aviano nov. 10

ACTIVELISTINGS

PENDINGSALES

CLOSED2010 YTD

OVERALL

# Listings 9 21 66 96

List/Sold Volume $6,148,400 $10,443,800 $30,879,950 $48,193,897

List/Sold LowPrice Avg High

$399,900$683,156$1,595,000

$359,900$501,768$650,000

$370,000$467,878$677,000

$359,900$502,020$1,595,000

Approx. Low Sq. Ft. Avg High

2,7514,3766,850

2,6253,8885,123

2,4173,7496,850

2,4173,8306,850

List/Sold Low Price Per Avg Approx Sq. Ft. High

$110$152$233

$108$130$158

$85$128$202

$86$132$233

Days On Low Market Avg High

458131

7108331

072336

079336

Statistics gathered from MLS. Values reflect single-family residences.

AVIANO Real Estate Market Report

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PLEASE HELP! WE HAVE BUYERS FOR YOUR HOME!

Would you like to sell your home but think you can’t? Are you waiting for home values to appreciate more before you put your house up for sale? Waiting for home values to rise (and they will at some point) actually might not be your smartest financial move. Why? Once the economy begins improving, interest rates will rise. As of press time, the 30-year Fixed-Rate Mortgage is averaging 4.16%! That’s the lowest in our nation’s recorded history! Waiting and selling your home for more money just may offset any gain when you then finance at the higher rates we will have. Your pool of potential buyers will be different then too – many not able to qualify at the higher rates when they would have qualified today.

Don’t forget, if you’re selling your home near the bottom of the market, you’ll be buying at the bottom of the market too. Give me a call and let’s discuss this further. I have good information for you that you’ll find valuable.

OUR EXCLUSIVE SELLER GUARANTEE:Your home sold in 64 days, at a price acceptable to you, or we will pay you $5,000 cash*. Visit www.HomeSoldGuarantee.com or call 602.369.0988.

A Few Words From Our Short Sale DepartmentDon’t fight the banks alone.

We’re here to guide and advise you through the whole process.

If you have tried to modify your loan, if you have discussed the situation with your CPA and/or attorney, if you are ultimately

facing foreclosure…a short sale is almost always the right approach for you to take. The Bruno Group has never lost one short

sale to foreclosure, and we can get you out from under your mortgage. Don’t run the risk of foreclosure by making the critical

mistake that most people make by letting friends and inexperienced professionals handle such a critical transaction. According to the National Association of Realtors, the average agent sells just two

homes per year. Don’t let your short sale be one of the two. The end result will be a disaster. A short sale will not affect your credit as much as a foreclosure will, and you may be able to buy a new home within 24 months of completing a short sale. So act now! My team has successfully negotiated short sales with Chase, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Wachovia, GMAC, Indymac…

just to name a few, and all banks have been represented.

SHORT SALE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE:Your home sold and 100% release from your mortgage in 30 days,

or we will pay you $1,500 in cash*. Visit www.QuickMortgageRelease.com or call 602.369.0988. www.TheBrunoGroup.com

*Based on lender-approval. Conditions apply.

If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by Desert Lifestyle Publishing • 480.460.0996 • www.DesertLifestyle.net ISSN-1939-9650

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A Midsummer’s Night DreamSymphony Hall, November 5th – 7th602.381.0184 | BalletAZ.orgMarvel as these graceful dancers bring Ib Anderson’s version of Shakespeare’s fun-loving comedy to life. This hilarious tale will have you laughing as the dancers interpret quarreling fairies and mistaken identities with many love-story twists. Accompanied by The Phoenix Symphony, the performance promises to be a cultural delight.

A McNight to Remember Arizona Biltmore, November 6th602.798.5097 | RMHCPhoenix.comAn evening of distinction and philanthropy will be on hand as you join Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix in celebrating 25 years of helping nearly 30,000 families in need. Fine dining, lively entertainment and wonderful live and silent auctions are all in store at this elegant event.

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars DinnerBLT Steak, November 11th480.905.7979 | BLTScottsdale.comFoodies and gourmands know not to miss one of the last Wine Dinner Series events of the year featuring Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. You’ll meet with and hear winemaker Nicki Pruss as she speaks of her proprietary blends and recommended pairings. The fabulous five-course menu prepared by Chef de Cuisine Marc Hennessy is accompanied with inspired pairings as well.

Walk for Lupus NowKiwanas Park, November 14th602.870.7622 | Lupus.orgHelp the Lupus Foundation of America raise funds for research in finding a cure and provide support for those affected by this disease. Choose between the 2-mile run or the 2-mile Family Fun Walk where even the little ones and dogs can join in the fun. All entries will include an event t-shirt and even the dogs are outfitted with a festive bandana!

Cirque du Soleil: AlegriaUS Airways, November 17th – 21st602.379.2000 | CirqueDuSoleil.comMeaning “jubilation” in Spanish, Alegria tells a tale of power and evolution throughout time. Kings, fools, beggars and old aristocrats are presented through these impressive performers. Stunning sets are a Cirque mainstay as are the skillful artists performing hand balancing, synchronized trapeze and fire-knife dancing – just to name a few mouth-dropping acts.

ArtFest of ScottsdaleScottsdale Civic Center Plaza, November 21st – 22nd480.968.5353 | 888ArtFest.comCheck out Downtown Scottsdale as it is transformed during this popular holiday tradition. ArtFest features 200 artists from across the country showcasing their unique arts and crafts perfect for a one-of-a-kind gift. Live music and tempting food wares keep your toes tapping and tummies full while you browse.

NOVEMBER 2010

HERB POLENTA WITH ROASTED MUSHROOMS

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LET’S FACE IT: Our garage takes up an awful lot of the total square footage of our home. Leaving this space hum-drum and average (think concrete floors and white walls) actually seems like a lot of wasted space, not to mention a missed opportunity to wow friends and potential homebuyers. But just what can you do to spice up your garage? The question is: What CAN’T you do? Imagine a sports-themed garage decked out in team colors, with full-size game-day murals, right down to glass-encased collectible team jerseys on display. Or perhaps a nod to the Art Deco, classic automobile era with 1950s-style gas pumps and vintage signage and collectables. Maybe a sexy, high-tech design with metallic paints, custom finishes and mind-blowing audio and visual enhancements is more your style.Creating a luxury garage environment is the specialty of Valley company GarageMahals. The stuff of dreams for auto enthusiasts, today’s high-end garages are becoming more and more of a reality for homeowners. GarageMahals offers three levels of garage customization. The Prestige Class package includes a metallic floor coating, rolling door storage, custom trim, paint scheme, and lighting.

The Luxury Class package offers professional-grade metal cabinets “theming” around a specific concept or style, complete with fixtures or facades, and heating and air conditioning installation. For those who are truly ga-ga over their garage, GarageMahals offers the Signature Class, which is often centered around a client’s extensive auto collection. These private museum and showplaces often include a wet bar, a lounge area with a restroom, and an entertainment system. Now that’s a party in your garage! With studies showing that potential homebuyers consider the garage to be as important as a formal living or dining room, it makes sense to consider investing in your garage not only to enjoy it now, but also to reap the benefits later at resale time. Read on as Michael Rhodig, owner of GarageMahals, offers insight into what other homeowners are doing to their new favorite space in their home. (Check out some more of his suped-up spaces at GarageMahals.com.)

Q: Why do clients like to customize their garages? What do they use them for?A: Our clients like to create a unique space to

display their autos. They also like to create a unique space for entertaining. And they like to have a beautiful place to greet them when they arrive home. Most people never use their front door. We come and go from our garages. Why not have a garage that is just as nice as the rest of the house, but more unique and with an automotive theme?

Q: Can you describe some of the options you offer to clients in terms of designs? A: All of my garages are custom creations for each client. However, there are some common techniques we use to create a GarageMahals environment. For example, garage door hardware is hidden behind a system of columns and covers. Only the face of the garage door is visible and that is usually covered with a decorative surface. When in the

up position, the door disappears into a drop-ceiling cover. I use a lot of custom impact-resistant wall surfaces. I usually end up creating a new material for each garage, or using a similar material in a different way.

Q: How can customizing a garage add value and interest to your home at resale time? A: The “wow” factor of a custom garage environment will create an unforgettable impression on the potential buyer. People become fascinated with having such a unique and interesting space, rather than just another garage, and this creates value.

ATHLETE: LARRY FITZGERALDOn the field: Star wide receiver for the Arizona CardinalsOff-the-field charities: The Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund; The Carol Fitzgerald Memorial FundWhat they do: In 2004, Larry established the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund to support children and their families. During the past six years, the Fund has given money for computer equipment, vision care, and other activities to support youth. The Carol Fitzgerald Memorial Fund was established by Fitzgerald’s father, renowned sports reporter Larry Fitzgerald, Sr., to honor Larry Jr.’s mom who passed away in 2003 from breast cancer. Cool component: One especially fun way that Larry raises money: At Morton’s Celebrity Waiter Night, held annually. Fitzgerald and fellow Arizona Cardinals

trade in their helmets and uniforms for waiter aprons. The for-charity event held at the steakhouse also includes a live and silent auction. Proceeds benefit cancer and AIDS research.To learn more: LarryFitzgerald11.com

ATHLETE: BRANDON WEBBOn the field: Starting pitcher for the Arizona DiamondbacksOff-the-field charity: Brandon Webb’s K Foundation What they do: Established in 2004, this pitcher’s charitable arm aims to improve the lives of critically and chronically ill children throughout Arizona by providing daily support and life-changing experiences. Since its inception, the K Foundation has raised more than $450,000 and impacted the lives of nearly 100,000 Arizona children.

Cool component: The Brandon’s Locker program, launched in 2007. Three lockers located at area hospitals are filled with toys and comfort items and are made available to sick children and their families. The lockers contain notebook computers, video game systems, and other activities which help to entertain the kids while spending time at the hospital. The Field of Dreams program provides critically and chronically ill children with dream vacations and fantasy sports-related experiences, such as seats at Diamondbacks games. To learn more: BrandonWebb.org

ATHLETE: GRANT HILLOn the court: Veteran forward for the Phoenix SunsOff-the-court charities: The Tamia & Grant Hill Foundation (formerly the Grant Hill Foundation; Hill is married to Grammy-

Award-nominated Tamia Hill); and the Grant and Tamia Hill Athletic Scholarship Endowment Fund. There are so many charities Grant is involved in that we can’t list them all!What they do: Through their foundation, the Hills have donated their time and money to charities, schools, scholarships, non-profit organizations, and churches. Most of their donations support children’s and educational charities. The couple established a scholarship fund at Duke University, Grant’s alma mater, to provide financial aid for a Duke basketball player each year. Cool component: Grant has also lent his name and face to several PSAs, including a National Safe Kids Campaign, a Prevent Teen Pregnancy campaign and an AmeriCorps campaign. To learn more: GrantHill.com

INGREDIENTS

PROCEDUREArrange prepared polenta shapes in a baking dish. Spoon mushroom mix over the polenta. Top generously with goat cheese and parmesan cheese. Roast in 350º oven until cheese is browned. Garnish with thyme. Serves: 8

Polenta

ProcedurePre-heat oven to 350º with only the lower shelf in oven. Place onions, garlic, thyme and olive oil in an oven-safe sauce pot. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until onions soften. Whisk in hot water and milk. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Whisk in polenta. Keep whisking until polenta has “bloomed” and becomes think and bubbly. Cover pot and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove polenta from oven. Whisk in cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Carefully pour polenta into ungreased Pyrex baking dish. Refrigerate covered for four hours. On large cutting board invert Pyrex pan to remove polenta. Cut into triangles. Pan roast or grill polenta shapes until browned.

Mushroom Mix

ProcedurePreheat oven to 350º with middle rack. Mix olive oil, salt, pepper, dry herbs and balsamic vinegar in a medium bowl. Add mushrooms and garlic and toss to coat evenly. Spread evenly onto cookie sheet. Roast in oven for 15 minutes. Remove mushrooms and mix with broth.

1 cup onion, diced1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil2 Tbs. garlic, minced4 cups water, hot2 cups milk, 2%1 1/4 cup polenta (corn meal)

1 1/2 tsp. thyme, dry2 Tbs. parsley, washed, chopped3 Tbs. parmesan cheese, grated2 Tbs. goat cheese, crumbled1 Tbs. kosher salt1/4 tsp. fresh black pepper, ground

prepared polenta (recipe below)mushroom mix (recipe below)1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled

1/2 cup parmesan cheese, gratedfresh thyme sprigs to garnish

1 lb. cremini mushrooms, quartered1 lb. portobello mushrooms, cut in wedges2 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil2 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 tsp. fresh ground black pepper1/2 tsp. thyme or sage, dry2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar3 Tbs. garlic, minced1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth

WHAT’S EVEN BETTER THAN AN ALL-STAR ARIZONA ATHLETE? How about an all-star athlete that gives back to his community and raises money to help fight against disease and poverty?

We’re so honored that these pros call Arizona home — which is why we’ve decided to highlight them and their causes. Go on, why not contribute to these charities and be a part of this positive movement? You’ll be proud to be part of such good work.

Arizona Cardinal Larry Fitzgerald