Live in the Most Energy Efficient Mandalay Home of the Future - Today!

Live in the Most Energy Efficient Mandalay Home of the Future - Today!

Why wait?  Mandalay Homes is already building the home of the future today, exceeding Energy Star standards, and offering EPA airPlus Certified and Zero Energy Ready design on every home – wherever you want to live in Prescott, Arizona.

Mandalay Homes' energy efficient building design currently surpasses the proposed 2017 building codes and they intend to keep ahead of the trends.

For the past three years, Mandalay Homes has been awarded the U.S. Department of Energy's Housing Innovation Award along with the Grand Award for Production Builder in 2014 and 2015.  The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Builders Challenge, challenges builders to push the industry to higher levels of home performance, energy savings, durability, and the over all health and comfort for home owners.    

Mandalay also received the EPA Indoor airPLUS Leader Award for their commitment to indoor quality.  Mandalay Homes is the first builder to earn both the EPA and DOE awards setting them apart and far ahead of other builders nationwide.

In addition to these prestigious awards, Mandalay is aiming to become the first U.S. Production home builder to earn certification from the U.S. Passive House.

By taking advantage of Mandalay's green features, building practices and solar systems, household energy costs can  virtually be eliminated.  Perfect for today's home of the future, Mandalay Homes energy efficient practices include:

• Zero Energy Ready with a 50 HERS rating is 50% more efficient than homes built to Energy Star standards.
• Whole House Ventilation System Filters continually exchange air throughout the home keeping it fresh and clean.
• Cathedralized Roof Deck Insulation keeps duct work cooler reducing heat transfer to maintain heating and cooling efficiency.
• 95% Efficient Furnaces are standard in all Mandalay Homes.  
• Post Tension Slab reduces settlement over the life of the home ensuring a solid foundation.
• 3kW and 4kW Solar Packages engineered for 80-100% efficiency allows for big savings on annual utility costs.

Mandalay Homes is already building the most energy efficient home of the future, and they are committed to creating healthy living environments encompassing clean-air, energy efficiency, and sustainability with their designs while reducing personal consumption and saving precious resources.

So you don't have to wait for the most energy efficient home to be built sometime in the future or wait for others to redesign their building practices to catch up to the current building codes.  Look no further than to Mandalay Homes to build your new energy efficient home of the future – today.

The most energy efficient Mandalay Home of the future is currently being built wherever you want to live throughout Prescott Arizona in a wide range of sizes with options such as additional hobby car or workshop garages, expanded bedrooms with shared flex/study/game room space, extended patios for outdoor entertaining, and guest houses to accommodate visitors.

Mandalay Homes are available in the popular Prescott, Arizona communities of Prescott Lakes, Blooming Hills Estates, Yavapai Hills, The Dells, American Ranch, and Talking Rock Ranch.  East of Prescott, new homes are also available in Pronghorn Ranch, Mingus West, and StoneRidge in Prescott Valley, Arizona.  North of Prescott, new homes are being built in the Mollie Rae and Bright Star communities in Chino Valley, Arizona.  Each of these communities offers their own unique amenities ranging from private and public golf courses, equine boarding, parks, clubhouses, swimming, fitness centers, tennis and basketball courts, and sweeping views of the numerous surrounding mountain ranges.

Select from the numerous Mandalay Home plans and optional features to be built, or select one of the many inventory homes in production today to best accommodate your moving schedule.  Allow me to assist you in finding the perfect location in the Prescott, Arizona area and in customizing one of the many plans to design your ideal, new energy efficient Mandalay Home of the future – today!

Luther Kraxberger, Realtor®  |  luther@mandalayhomes.com   |  928-275-1657

Luxury home in the Ponerosa Pines of Prescott

1047 Madizell-3 bedroom 3.5 bath cabin in the ponderosa pines of Prescott, Arizona.

This remodeled 3 bedroom luxury home in the pines has been upgraded with new granite countertops and beautiful hardwood cabinets.  Your guests will enjoy this entertaining space with a center island and a separate bar seating area for conversations and food preparation.  This kitchen provides plenty of counter space and room to prepare food and a double oven for the larger more intricate meals.

The large open living room is perfect for entertaining guests.  From the living room you can easily access two reading rooms, the kitchen, the front door and a deck that opens up into the forest.  The tong and groove beamed ceiling in the living room is really a showpiece to share with guests.  A large stacked stone fireplace anchors the living room in the middle and can be enjoyed from all areas of the main floor.  The kitchen even has a view of the fireplace. 

The master bedroom has its own walk-in closet and snail shower.  There are separate vanities and a water closet.  A quiet reading and sitting area adjoins the master to the side.  Also, there is a private walkout deck off the master that can be enjoyed through the sliding glass door.  There are two additional bedrooms to the master bedroom.  Each bedroom in the home has its own full bathroom for guests.  There is also a guest bath behind the kitchen.  Joining the two guest rooms is a large living or game room that is perfect for the kids or could be used as a pool table room. 

A great feature of this home is that there is a 3 car garage.  Not many homes in the pines have this feature.  It is large enough to house 3 full size cars and there is plenty of room in the driveway to turn around and park quite a few cars.  The outdoor living space of this home is tremendous!  It is so quiet and peaceful in the tall ponderosa pines of Northern Arizona.

For more information please contact:

 Luther Kraxberger

Keller Williams Check realty

928-275-1657

www.shopPrescottHomes.com

 

BIG Jump in homes under contract for January 2015 in Prescott Arizona Real Estate Statistics

There is even a jump year over year for January.

 

If you'd like more in depth statistics for Prescott or any other real estate market feel free to email luther@kw.com or call 928-275-1657

 

Luther Kraxberger, Realtor®

www.ShopPrescottHomes.com

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Luxury Prescott Estate with a Chef's Kitchen on 9 acres

When location is paramount look no further than this exquisite home at 330 N Angeline in Prescott. The best of all worlds! Just 2 miles off of Highway 69, situated in between Prescott and Prescott Valley, sits your sanctuary! Situated on 9 acres, peaceful views, wildlife and seclusion awaits you. But it's only minutes away from downtown either direction! Close shopping included the Prescott Gateway Mall, Trader Joe's, Sprouts, Dick's Sporting Goods, Sears and much more!

330 Angeline has been finished with impeccable attention to detail.  The chef's kitchen has two large islands for food preparation and entertaining guests, as well as a wine cooler.  The Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer have ample space for storage and are finished in coordination with the cabinets accompanied by a double oven and double dishwasher, you're sure to be impressed.  The tile floor has been inlaid with custom sets and contributes to the wonderful flow of this luxury estate in Prescott.  Each bathroom has been finished with care and really lends itself to a homeowner's needs.   The master bedroom is complete with a private deck entrance, a sitting area, a fireplace and a wonderful his and hers walk-in closet.

The outdoor living area wraps around the entire west side of the home; perfect for sunset entertaining.  With access from the kitchen, living room and master bedroom, this space is perfect for guests to come and enjoy the luxury home.  A second large open patio provides space for additional entertaining and a water feature.   There are two large areas for gardening in the lower portion of the back yard as well.

The indoor areas are nicely finished with a two story floor to ceiling fireplace in the living room and even a secret room behind the bookshelf.  Two bonus rooms on the main level are accompanied by two ensuite bedrooms on the upper level.  There is potential for a 5 bedroom house and an extra room office/bonus room.

To finish off this spacious 9 acre estate there is a 4 car garage with room for an RV.  The paved driveway leads to a paver circular drive that provides ample space to turn around and enough room for guests to park., big enough for an RV, paved gated, circular driveway.

For more information please contact Luther Kraxberger at 928-275-1657 or Luther@kw.com.
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The Listing Expired - Why didn't my house sell?

The Listing Expired – Why Didn't My House Sell?

 

Has your house been on the market for months or even years?  Has your listing expired?  Are you wondering why your house didn’t sell?  Out of the numerous possible reasons, here’s a few of the most important ones.

 

Asking Price Too High

I know what you’re thinking – “Here we go again….”, but the numbers speak for themselves.  Prescott area Market Research shows price reductions on a daily basis for 20-40 properties for sale.  That’s 20 to 40 Daily Price Reductions in the Prescott area.   At least sellers aren’t alone in wanting more and setting their initial asking price too high.  It’s a common misstep when listing a house for sale.

 

Industry experts have stated that the most common reason for a house not selling is Price.  Setting the asking price too high may cost you in the long run as your house sits on the market without any offers and may even lessen showing potential.  Pricing it correctly, what some sellers may even consider low, may actually bring multiple, and stronger offers.  Every seller has personal reasons for needing to sell including money.  Buyers also have their own set of personal reasons for needing to buy.  Personal motivations are just that, personal.   A Seller’s personal needs do not always drive the market and demand.  Keep emotions in check and have reasonable expectations on the value of your house so that you can meet the ultimate goal which is to sell it so that you can move on.  The most important piece of the selling puzzle is to Price Your House Correctly from the beginning.  It cannot be emphasized enough to be realistic in establishing the asking price for your home to get it sold. 

 

Condition

The condition of your house also plays a large part in attracting a buyer and determining the final sale price.  Some older houses may be considered ‘dated’ by their style, materials and finishes and may truly be in need of major renovations.  Potential renovations aside, simple deep cleaning, organizing, staging, packing, and landscape trimming may be all that is needed to meet the basic living conditions for potential buyers and to secure an offer.  Research indicates enhanced Curb Appeal can equal 50% fewer days on the market.  Put yourself outside looking in.  Drive by your house during the day and evening.  What do you see that would give a negative first impression or have positive appeal to potential buyers as they drive by?  Cutting back overgrown plants can make a huge difference in making a good first impression.

 

Do what you can to entice potential buyers to walk through the door, but don’t let them down once they get inside.  While sellers should keep their emotions in check in determining the asking price, they should play to the emotions of a buyer.  Sellers are selling a house but Buyers are searching for their next HOME.  Buyers need to see themselves living there and can’t always see past the current owner’s belongings.  The possibilities in the eyes of the buyer are high and their emotions play a big part in the decision to move forward with an offer. 

 

While seller’s may not always be able to renovate, they should follow through on as many basic preparations as possible to present a clean, fully functioning, ready-to-move-into home to match the correct asking price.  One of the toughest jobs Realtors have is to be brutally honest about the condition of a house and suggest de-cluttering and cleaning, but de-personalizing a house allows potential buyers to mentally move in.  Research shows that 83% of homes purchased were in either good or excellent condition.  The bottom line is to make it shine!

 

Lack of Exposure

The reason a house has not sold may have nothing to do with price or condition.  Lack of exposure plays a role as well.  Sellers who purchased 30, 20, even 10 years ago may not have a full understanding of today’s real estate marketing strategies.  While open houses and local print ads used to be the standard and may bring in a few local prospects, quality photographs and the Internet have a national and global reach. 

 

Effective online marketing should include syndication to websites outside of the local multiple listing service.  My Marketing Strategies include personalized attention to detail in preparing a syndication list to attract qualified buyers looking for your specific type of property.   Once a buyer finds a property that meets their basic location, price, number of bedrooms/bathrooms, Quality Photographs are the most important selling point via the Internet.  While features and description matter, the visual images seal the deal in taking action.  While Internet marketing may seem a bit abstract to sellers, Technology is the Key in marketing real estate today. 

 

You may have the wrong agent

It’s possible that your agent was not able to put in the time, be bold enough to make appropriate suggestions to you to prepare your house, follow up on showings, or provide a high quality digital marketing campaign necessary to sell your house.  It may be in your best interest to consider a new agent to get the personal attention your property needs to stand out and attract buyers.  While it may feel awkward to change agents, a new perspective can have positive results.

 

If you are serious about selling your house but the thought of putting another “For Sale” sign in your yard is making you anxious, please Contact Me for a No Obligation Consultation.   Call 928-275-1657 to ask any questions, and allow me to address your concerns and put your mind at ease. 

Luther Kraxberger, REALTOR

Keller Williams Check Realty

E-mail luther@kw.com or Call 928-275-1657 for information on Buyer's Representation Services

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Prescott Lakes Golf Community in Prescott Arizona

The community of Prescott Lakes features over 1000 acres of various home styles and sizes that will fit almost any home buyer’s needs when relocating to Prescott, Arizona.  Prescott Lakes is conveniently located near Watson and Willow Lakes, the Prescott Gateway Mall, The Prescott Adult Center, Trader Joe’s, and Historic Downtown Prescott for shopping and entertainment.

 

A few of the Builders of the beautifully designed custom homes of Prescott Lakes include the infamous Del Webb, Suncor Homes, Crystal Creek, Sun Pines Custom Homes, and modern eco-friendly new home designs by Dorn Homes.

 

Homes for sale in Prescott Lakes are currently available from $235,000 for 1515 square feet in The Cottages, to between $329,000 and $732,000 for 1800-4000 square feet in the Summit, Stoney Creek, Brookside, Creekside, Lakeside, and Parkside, to the hilltop panoramic views of the prestigious Estates with grand homes starting at $450,000 for 2400 square feet to $1,895,000 for over 6000 square feet of elegant estate living perched above The Club at Prescott Lakes.

 

For those looking for a second home or downsizing you can find Townhomes for sale in Prescott Lakes located in the gated neighborhoods of Willow Park Estates and The Villages off Blooming Hills Drive.

 

When you are ready to build your dream home there’s a variety of Custom Homesites for sale in Prescott Lakes just waiting for you.  At just over half an acre, Lot 98 at 1405 Claiborne Circle is located on a cul-de-sac in the gated neighborhood of The Estates at Prescott Lakes and offers a large level building envelope. 

 

Arnold Palmer Golf Management oversees the private Hale Irwin signature 18-hole golf course on 210 beautiful acres winding throughout the community. The Club at Prescott Lakes, includes the 12,000 square foot athletic club with fitness center, aerobics room, tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa, saunas, a lounge area and meeting room.  The Club House features a restaurant and bar with an amazing view of the 18^th hole, event space, meeting rooms and a pro shop for all your golf needs.  The Club at Prescott Lakes located at 311 East Smoke Tree Lane comes with membership to the Prescott Homeowners Association. 

 

In addition to the many amenities offered at The Club at Prescott Lakes, the Prescott Lakes Trails System provides plenty of moderate hiking and biking paths plus the Prescott Lakes community is in close proximity to the Watson Lake and Willow Lake Trails.

 

Whether you're looking for a large secluded estate next to the golf course or a small get away home, Prescott Lakes will be able to fulfill that real estate need.  For more information or a private tour of Prescott Lakes call at 928-275-1657 or send an e-mail to luther@kw.com. 

 

Get Your Home’s Value and see Marketing Strategies at www.ShopPrescottHomes.com.

 

The Developer’s Map of Prescott Lakes Community provides a general overview of the community for Developer’s looking for Commercial Land for sale in Prescott Lakes.  Call for more specific information and a private tour.

Home with Views just minutes from Historic Downtown Prescott

Home with Views just minutes from Historic Downtown Prescott

If you're looking to be close to downtown Prescott one 2 acres, but can't afford the cost, then look no further than the home on 8165 Claridge in Wilhoit.  Located just a short drive from Downtown Prescott, 8165 Claridge offers breathtaking 360 degree views of the beautiful Northern Arizona landscape.  With great weather and plenty of off-road trails; take a moment to escape the heat of Phoenix and settle down in this 3 bedroom 2 bath home on 2 acres.

Great 360 degree views from this private 3 bedroom 2 bath home situated on over 2 acres. This is a great location to go off-roading from. There is an updated kitchen with tile flooring. This home features a large open concept floor plan with fireplace and pellet stove. Upgraded double pane windows. Three attached shed/work spaces and an additional block outbuilding are perfect for storage or extra workspace. Attached 2 car carport and a circle drive make this an nice place to live. All this covered by a metal roof and situated on a level lot with long distance views.

Luther Kraxberger, REALTOR

Keller Williams Check Realty

 

Search the Prescott area MLS at www.ShopPrescottHomes.com and call 928-275-1657 for information on Buyer's Representation Services.

 

Selling a Home in Prescott Arizona?  Get a Custom Evaluation of YOUR HOME’s Value at www.luther.kwrealty.com, and feel free to contact Luther at luther@kw.com for all of your real estate needs.