mohave valley az real estate

Colorado River Horse Acreage For Sale – 9502 Evans Lane, Mohave Valley AZ 86440 – No Longer Tribal Dispute Land

Colorado River Horse Acreage For Sale – 9502 Evans Lane, Mohave Valley AZ 86440 – No Longer Tribal Dispute Land

You would be amazed to learn how long, contentious and costly battles have been fought over land on the Colorado River.

A recent case, the Aria Case, that started in the early 1990s was settled and put to rest just last year, over a triangle of land on the Colorado River known as the ‘disputed triangle’.

The main issues were whether, through gradual accretion or sudden avulsion, the borders of California, Arizona and the Fort Mohave Indian Reservation were changed over the past 100-ish years–and who had claim to ownership of the disputed land.

The Tribe and the Aria family (gathering other landowners over time) differed over what those boundaries–and ownership–actually were in the present day.

Several dozen disputed parcels along the Colorado River were, after much expert testimony and many studies, deemed to be rightfully owned by their individual owners.

The Tribe appealed the ruling, but withdrew their appeal last year.

Through these past 17 years, getting title insurance issued for these parcels was impossible, making them difficult and risky to transfer for all parties.

The Aria ruling eliminates those particular obstacles to clearing title (subject to whatever other liens or encumberances exist on any individual parcels).

The Aria Case is a fascinating story of how Mother Nature can potentially change the claim to land without ‘human’ intervention.

This wonderful parcel previously among the disputed properties is now available for purchase.

9502 Evans Lane may be one of the best off-River properties available because of its corner location and bordering Tribal agricultural land.

This 1.38 acre land parcel at the extreme north end of Evans Lane, a street of equestrian estates and ranches, has frontage on both Evans Lane and Indian Road, with nothing but wide open spaces to the north and the Colorado River just a few blocks west at Dike Road, the most exclusive Colorado River custom waterfront homes location in our area.

The parcel is fenced and gated, with mature trees (previous old residence has been torn down; a carport remains from the previous structure. Lot will require clearing and some tree-trimming).

Mohave County RE zoning permits horses, AND 2 full size homes per lot.

Also, per County, the lot may be split into 2 lots and each may have 2 homes as long as there is sufficient room for adequate utilities (septic tank and well).

So with the proper permits and approvals, there is multifamily application possible with this property.

Offered at a reasonable 60,000, the owners will consider any terms that make sense.

Contact us for information, or to get the offer process started.

See YOU at the RIVER!

Bullhead City Area Commercial Real Estate – Mohave Valley AZ Real Estate – 2200 E Courtwright Rd – Mini Ranch on 5.03 Acres FOR SALE

Mohave Valley AZ Real Estate – 2200 E Courtwright Rd – Mini Ranch on 5.03 Acres FOR SALE

It used to be that Colorado River homes on acreage were easy to find and cheap to buy . . . then, developers came in and split up large parcels into tracts of homes, making it rare and costly to find horse property at an affordable price–if at all. When you do, expect dirt roads, water tanks, fixer uppers and civilization in the distance.

That is great for some, indeed.

But if you are looking for a Mohave Valley home that is move-in ready, on acreage, on a main thoroughfare between 2 Colorado River boat launches with easy access and all the conveniences . . .

THIS IS IT.

And at a GREAT price!

2200 E Courtwright Road, Mohave Valley AZ 86440 is a 1988, ground set multi-wide 1750 SF Cavco manufactured home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on 5.03 acres with frontage on both Courtwright and Warwick for easy, paved access to the entire property. This home has its own well, new in 2006, new AC in 2008 and electric and propane for heating, cooking etc.

Inside, a roomy and open floorplan ideal for entertaining – a large breakfast bar and informal dining and a formal dining room that could easily convert to an office, den or even a fourth bedroom.

Split bedrooms at the end of a long hallway allow privacy for guests.

There is a detached, 28 foot deep garage for toys, AND a covered 60 ft long carport for more vehicles.

The entire parcel is cleared and parklike for picnics, barbecues or  . . . use your imagination.

The back patio is fenced, with additional storage and even a tiled ‘Arizona room’ for your pet!

You will LOVE relaxing on your own Arizona mini-ranch, with plenty of room for lots of guests and family.

This property is offered at a market-realistic, affordable 189,900 with cash or conventional financing the preferred terms. This property can be financed and we have ample resources. Just ask.

Apx 10 minutes east, fisherman’s paradise Topock Marina.

Apx 10 minutes west, golf and launch at Jack Smith Park in Needles, CA. Easy access from I-40 and about a half hour’s drive to Lake Havasu.

About 20 minutes away, all the shopping, services and resorts in Bullhead City and Fort Mohave.

And about 30 minutes north, the casino resorts of Laughlin NV.

For more information, showing appointment or to get the offer process started online, give us a shout.

We love critters!

Mohave Valley AZ Real Estate – Willow Valley Marina Property – SOLD – 1116 Laurel Lane

Mohave Valley AZ Real Estate – Willow Valley Marina Property For Sale – 1116 Laurel Lane

UPDATE 10-29-2011 – Closed escrow at an all-cash price of 32,500. Please contact us for more Willow Valley properties available!

The Willow Valley Marina in Mohave Valley, AZ is unlike any other on this part of the Colorado River, from Lake Mead all the way down to Parker.

Just 8 miles south of Bullhead City, AZ. Willow Valley is a group of communities next to a beautiful guarded, gated private marina with white sandy beaches, picnic cabanas, barbecue area, boat launches, trailer parking, restrooms with pay phone, grass and swaying willow trees, a buoyed off, ‘no wake zone’ swimming area, clubhouse and community center. It’s a great place for just about anyone–families with kids, seasonal visitors and year-round residents.

A tiny piece of Willow Valley land land big enough for a small mobilehome with a carport can list for 40k and up (according to the latest comps) and prices, because of the demand for homes and land in this unique area, stay high–especially in Summer.

But this Willow Valley homesite in the very desirable, very exclusive tiny sub-community of Rio Vista Estates, just a couple of blocks along the southern perimeter of the Evergreen Addition (where many Western and Northwestern ‘River Rats’ own and come down to play in droves) with ALL utilities including city sewer now available, for a VERY competitive 35,000.

That’s the going price for parcels HALF its size!

1116 Laurel Lane is a 7504 SF (+/-) homesite zoned for manufactured or site built homes.


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Behind it, Tribal land is used for agricultural purposes — no neighbors behind you, and beautiful views of the wide open spaces! (Picture below shows the land, between the two homes.)On either side, newer, attractive homes as with the rest of this part of the Willow Valley Estates communities. This is a newer part of the subdivision with larger lots, ample space for a custom home with a large garage and lots of room for toys!

And the Willow Valley Marina privileges–boat launches, boat docks, beaches, onsite caretaker, guarded gated entry, clubhouse–convey with the property at a very affordable 67.34 ANNUALLY.

(PHOTOS OF THE MARINA ARE NOT AS VIEWED FROM THE PROPERTY. THERE ARE NO WATERFRONT HOMES OR LAND PARCELS FOR PRIVATE PURCHASE AT THE WILLOW VALLEY MARINA.)

There are no build deadlines. Once ownership is in your name and you’ve picked up your gate keys and boat and vehicle tags, all the marina privileges are yours.

For more information on how you can own this smokin’ hot DEAL on the Colorado River, give us a shout. We can provide information, financing and

builder resources and even help you get the offer process started ONLINE.

We roll on the River!

Bullhead City Real Estate – Lamenting “The One That Got Away”

I occasionally come across consumers who are unable to get past the house that they didn’t get.

They can’t seem to get it out of their mind. They compare everything else to that one lost opportunity.

Many of them will blame their agent. Sometimes, that may be true, sadly.

But more often than not, it is because:

  • they took too long to decide, and someone else who was able to move fast snagged it
  • they made an unrealistic offer, thinking the seller was obligated to negotiate
  • it was a short sale and lost to foreclosure, or
  • the bank countered at a price they wouldn’t pay–even though they loved the house
  • they were too picky about small stuff
  • they were not playing for a win-win and the seller rejected their offer outright
  • they were looking at homes before they were ready, willing and able to buy

I understand disappointment and even heartbreak. And the last thing we ever want is a sad client!

And yeah, some things are just not fair.

But you have no choice except to move on, adjust your expectations and realize that perfect doesn’t exist except in a skewed hindsight perception.

You can’t even BUILD perfect (although you can come close and it will cost you)

If you see a home that fits 80-90% of your criteria, and you really love it, you can bet that someone out there is also eyeing it too. So take your best shot out of the gate and give a little to get a lot!

What you CAN do that is very empowering is be:

  1. prepared
  2. ready to move in an instant, and
  3. realistic about your choices, budget and the market

I don’t like the cliche, “if it’s meant to be”, either. Even if sometimes it is true.

I feel that more is within our control than outside it.

Part of that control is being willing and able to see clearly what you have to work with!

Still. like a jilted lover whose subsequent choices just never ‘measure up’ . . .

. . . if you are stuck in the “one that got away” rut . . .

don’t be surprised if you end up with nothing.

Because that kind of attitude is a self-fulfilling prophecy that will suspend and disable you.

Shake it off and work with your agent on a game plan.

Otherwise, you might just be lamenting about the ‘great agent who got away’ too.

Sometimes the most powerful magic is simply a shift in perception.

Let us help you get what you want.

The Value Of A Bullhead City Real Estate Professional

A California broker wrote a post about how so many real estate agents are a waste of money. That got me thinking . . .

In the post and a comment, he said, “When the service becomes available that allows the owner to represent themselves in an efficient manner – THEY WILL . . . when the service I envision becomes available the owners will have access to the information they need to represent themselves efficiently and the paperwork will executed online with unusual/exceptional provisions being reviewed by Real Estate Attorneys for a fee — but these fees will end up being substantially less than the current commissions paid to Realtors.”

I tried to imagine such a service . . . and even though I was 86′d from ‘the thinking box’ a long time ago . . . I couldn’t get there.

I don’t believe that a service will EVER or CAN ever become available that replaces what agent representation provides.

No amount of facts and information, knowledge of statute, level of proficiency in completing paperwork will be able to do that.

The reason is . . .

Information is devoid of emotion.

If the real estate process was completely dispassionate, and owners could truly distance themself from

the home they built a life in . . .

the business they built from nothing . . .

the lifestyle that the piece of land where they would build their dream home on meant to them . . .

the community being relocated to–or away from . . .

the feeling of ego-gratification that comes with ‘bragging rights’ over making a great deal

the agony of buyers’ or sellers’ remorse . . .

Well then . . . maybe.

BUT THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN AS LONG AS PEOPLE HAVE HEARTS, FEELINGS AND EGOS.

Until that wonderful, awful day . . . when we can take a pill that turns our brain into one big left hand side:

  • People will need to be shielded from the actions of those whose plans conflict with theirs.
  • People will need to be insulated from days of hours of minutes of seconds of pure stress when deadlines loom large and everyone’s dropping the ball.
  • People will need their heads realigned when they’re not seeing the whole picture–or the big picture.
  • They’ll need their feet replanted on the ground when they lose sight . . . or touch.
  • They will need to be reminded of the cost and value of intangibles–like opportunity. Or freedom.
  • They’ll need to be comforted when the news is very bad.
  • They’ll need a voice of reason when it’s too good to be true.
  • They’ll need help thinking through or past ‘immediate gratification’
  • They’ll need the call to action when time is the essence.
  • Or someone who knows someone who can fix things when it all hits critical mass.

Show me the computer program that can do that.

Show me a piece of paper that can do that.

We do it every day. It’s a big part of what we do.

So nah. We’re not going anywhere. And information’s been out there for DIYers for years. Didn’t replace us then and won’t now.

We’re not taking a cut in pay either–if anything, we are earning more–because people aren’t averse to paying us. What they want is their money’s worth.

And good agents deliver it.

Bullhead City 86442, Fort Mohave 86426, Mohave Valley 86440

Arizona Real Estate On The Beautiful Colorado River ~~~

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Candice A. Donofrio, Owner/Designated Broker

Certified Commercial Sales Specialist

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Don’t even think about it.

What Is Your Definition Of Professionalism? Here’s Mine

The lady who did my nails yesterday was delightful. She was messy, late, scattered . . .

and OMG, did she make me look fabulous.

She was a PRO.

As she spilled polish on her (well protected) table, she smiled and said, “I’m a mess. But that’s just how I roll.”

It made me think about how we define professionalism in our industry. I may measure it a bit differently than some. Perhaps not. :)

Professionalism is not how stuffy or condescending you can be to demonstrate superiority.

It’s inclusive, not exclusive.

Professionalism is relaxed and has a sense of humor because you have nothing to prove when you know what you are doing.

It’s knowing when you are in over your head and having the good sense to ask for help.

Professionalism is doing a job well for its sake.

Style isn’t enough to get by. Substance is essential.

It’s nowhere NEAR measured by who you clink glasses with at the latest Tweetup, or how many Facebook friends you have.

It can be greatly enhanced by those you know that NO ONE knows about.

It’s not who YOU are at all.

It’s what RESULTS you get that solved the problem.

Professionalism is leaving your ego out of the equation.

It’s bringing people together . . . not creating adversaries.

It’s knowing when to sidestep a pothole.

Professionalism can turn on a dime if required.

It’s how you roll.

It’s crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s–and quickly fixing what spots were missed.

It’s NOT manipulating others to do YOUR job.

It’s acknowledging the good works of others.

Professionalism is the ability to continually and instantly VALUATE everything.

Especially time.

Professionalism requires a great deal of generosity.

It’s being prepared because you anticipated the probabilities.

it’s being able to improvise because you know you couldn’t possibly anticipate them all.

It’s helping others help their clients – because it helps yours.

It’s knowing when to stay out of something that is not your concern.

When to cut someone a break . . . and when to hold their feet to the fire.

When to talk, but more importantly

when to listen.

Is professionalism akin to wisdom?

It might just be.

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

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Don’t even think about it.

Want To Find An Exceptional REALTOR? Ask Their CLIENTS — NOT Their Facebook Or Twitter Friends!

I love trolling the Internet. So many opinions bandied about.

I was playing fly on the wall and overheard an online chat about who is a good REALTOR, extolling the virtues of some big and bright online stars. But how many of them are really ‘journalists’ who practice only in theory?

Inexperienced newbies who hopped the online bandwagon 10 minutes ago?

Inactive licensees who never sold anything at all?

It occurred to me that there is really only one way to determine who truly is a experienced and efficient real estate professional.

Their satisfied customers.

Oh, don’t get me wrong. A strong online presence is a good thing. So is being a popular and social agent. It shows we play well with others–and a lot of successful closings for happy clients truly are made on the merits of the relationships between the brokers. When we get a choice, we choose to work with who we get along with, and that means more successful transactions at the end of the day.

But whether or not someone is a GREAT REALTOR?

Only our CLIENTS can say for sure.

  • They experience the level of service first hand.
  • They experience the level of care first hand.
  • They benefit from–or can be damaged by–the skill level of the broker.

Client testimonials are huge. They are gold. Platinum.

If you receive an online referral to a REALTOR, whether you are a referring agent or a consumer, you might want to ask the referring agent, “Have you actually worked with this agent?” “Do you know any of the clients this agent has served?” “Can I talk to any of them?”

The agent should be able to provide at least 3 CONSUMER contacts that, on the fly, you could drop a line and get an accurate picture of what to expect from them.

This week I will be updating my client testimonials. And if you would like to meet some of my clients, I’ll hook you up.

That’s how people will know for sure that I’m doing a good job . . .

Arizona Real Estate On The Beautiful Colorado River ~~~

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www.CommercialBHC.com

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866-228-2643

Candice A. Donofrio, Owner/Designated Broker

Certified Commercial Sales Specialist

You May Have More Purchasing Power Than You Think!

A nice lady I talked to yesterday who is super excited about buying her first home made me smile when she exclaimed:

“If you can buy now, you’d be crazy not to. They’re practically giving away houses out here!”

(I asked her if she wanted to get a real estate license and come work for me) :)

And in our Bullhead City, Fort Mohave, Mohave Valley housing market, indeed, prices have not been this good in many years.

A lot of people who would love to buy a home in Bullhead City, AZ but don’t think they could qualify actually may not realize their purchasing power.

They think that because they couldn’t buy a car or get a Wal-Mart card, they couldn’t in a million years qualify for financing.

Some are told that because they don’t have a high FICO score, they can’t qualify.

But sometimes, that is not the case.

If you get a great lender to work with you in building your credit score via alternative credit sources like cellphone bills, car insurance payments, utility bills, even rent history, those items CAN be submitted for consideration.

I just heard from my favorite lender that one of my clients–who was turned down or ignored by 3 other loan pros–got a commitment letter with NO FICO SCORE — no bad credit, just no credit at all. She’s paid cash for everything for years and has been renting in a utilities-paid apartment! They worked together to provide information to the underwriter that demonstrates a history of on-time payments.

They had to resubmit 3 times–but as they say, the third time was the charm.

Of course, you can’t just show up and get credit without stable income. And you will need to have some cash for a down payment.

Still, with a loan professional who is willing to work with you, it is doable.

We know the good loan resources in Bullhead City, Fort Mohave and Mohave Valley, AZ. Talk to us and I’ll pass their info along . . . in English or Spanish!

The Homebuyer’s Tax Credit in place now requires that you be under contract by April 30, so you still have time to take advantage of that if you move fast!