East Valley Lifestyle – February 2013

Gina McKinley’s…

“Insider Tips For Healthy, Wealthy & Happy Living…”

February 2013

lifestyle

Gina McKinley, ABR, CDPE, CIAS, CRS, SFR RE/MAX Masters

480-355-8645 www.LocateArizonaHomes.com Each office is independently owned & operated.

How To Avoid A Car Wreck… ...

What To Do If There’s A Gas Leak In

Your Home………………… ……Page 6

Beat This Trivia Question and You

Could Be A Winner……………...Page 6

Save On Designer Clothes….… ...Page 7

Who Do I Talk To If I’m About To Go

Into Foreclosure?.......................... Page 8

Do You Have A Home-Ownership Question

You Want Answered?

Maybe you want to know how much

your home is worth. Or maybe you

just need a recommendation for a

handyman, carpet cleaner or

plumber…

Either way, I love hearing from all of

my good friends and clients. And

I’m always looking to answer

pressing questions you might have

about anything relating to real estate

or home-ownership. If you have a

question, tip or idea, please feel free

to call me at 480-355-8645. I’m

here to help!

The McKinley Group, Embracing All Of Your Real Estate Needs! Gina McKinley, ABR, CDPE, CIAS, CRS, SFR, Designated Broker

Dan McKinley, CIAS, CARI, Buyers Representative Dorothy Hovard, Buyers Representative

Kristin McKinley, Buyers Representative Gayanne Loring, Client Care Manager

Rhonda Weinstein, Property Coordinator

Isn’t it scary? You’re driving along and all of a

sudden you don’t have control of your vehicle. You grip

the steering wheel with both hands and with one violent

thrust, press down on the brake pedal as hard as you can

until you come to a complete stop.

You look up, then breathe a sigh of relief. No one

was hurt. You were lucky…but what if there were

another car around?

Most people rely on luck to save them when they get in a situation that could lead

to a car accident. The feeling is, accidents on the road are unavoidable. Collisions from

someone making a bad decision or being distracted, like running a red light or merging

into your car, can and do happen even if you’re the safest driver in the world.

But there are accidents you can avoid and they’re actually the most common

reasons why car accidents occur. Everyone will face one if not all four of these

situations where you lose control of your vehicle. Here’s exactly what to do if, and

when, they happen to you:

1. Suddenly Swerving? – Do this: If you have to swerve to avoid hitting an animal

or another car, turn your car first, then press the brake pedal.

2. Tire Blowout? – Do this: If you hear a loud pop and suddenly lose control, steer

the car as straight as possible and don’t turn or brake. Press the gas pedal slightly

to accelerate, which helps keep the car under control. Then slowly decelerate by

pressing the brake to stop your vehicle.

3. Running Off The Road? – Do this: If the side of your car drops off the edge of

the road, steer straight and slow down gradually as you come to a stop on the

shoulder. Then drive back onto the road.

4. Sliding On Pavement? – Do this: If the roads are wet or icy and your car starts to

slide, turn in the direction of the slide and let off the gas. Don’t slam on your

brakes or they could lock up, press the brake slowly.

Avoid The 4 Most Common

Reasons For Car Accidents

Please Welcome New Clients And Good

Friends Into Our Real Estate Family…

I’d like to take a moment to personally introduce and welcome a few of my newest

clients and good friends who have supported my business over the years. And special

thanks for everyone who thought of me with your referrals!

Moe & Lara Haddad Denise Parker

Philip Drake Michael Peterson

Richard Rini Melissa Lamer

Jake Enholm Michael Esquivel



Word of the Month… Studies have shown your income and wealth

are directly related to the size and depth of

your vocabulary. Here is this month’s word,

so you can impress your friends (and maybe

even fatten your wallet!)…

Histrionics: (his-tri-on-ics) noun

Meaning: Exaggerated dramatic behavior

designed to attract attention

Sample Sentence: By now, Susan was

accustomed to her teenager’s frequent

histrionics.

Three-Minute Meditation One extremely refreshing getaway is

meditation – and best of all, you don't have to

pack for it. Research from the University of

California, Davis, suggests that regular

mindfulness meditation may slow the rate of

cellular aging – potentially giving you more

precious time than you ever dreamed of.

Here’s how to mediate in 3-minutes:

1. Find a peaceful place where you won’t be

interrupted.

2. Gently rest your palm over your heart.

Concentrate on a person, place, song, or

memory you cherish. The idea is to feel love

and to concentrate it as energy in your

mid-chest.

3. Visualize any thoughts as clouds drifting in

the sky. Let them float by and out of your

awareness.

4. Observe the sensations in your heart area:

heat, coolness, bliss, compassion, release of

pressure, vibration. Over time and with

practice, you’ll feel the positive energy in

your chest that will flow into your body.

Quotes To Live By… Do, or do not. There is no “try.”

–Yoda from Star Wars

If you can count your money, you don’t have

a billion dollars.

–J. Paul Getty

You got to be careful if you don’t know where

you’re going, because you might not get there.

–Yogi Berra

According to Metro Phoenix MLS Statistics…

The average agent sells a house in 77 days, Gina’s average is 68

days!

The average agent gets their client 96.7% of list price,

Gina gets her clients 97.3% of list price!

Gina sells a home every 4.1 days!

Would you rather work with “Average” or “The Best”?

Nobody Does It Better!

Top 1% of All REALTORS® in all of Maricopa and

Pinal County!

COMMUNITY CORNER MOMS Club Chandler: A support group for moms. We get

together for playgroups, fun and enrichment activities for both kids

and moms. Please check out our website at www.moms-club.org. Contact our Membership VP at [email protected].

Escalera Lawn & Garden Maintenance: Weekly & Bi-weekly,

Tree Trim & removal * Sprinkler Installation & Repair * One Time Clean-up * Gravel Installation & Removal * Debris & Junk Removal

Call for Free Estimate 480-797-0206.

Nanny’s Daycare: CPR & 1st Aid Certified! 22 Years Experience! Newborn To 5 Years! Meals Made From Scratch! I Prepare 2-5 Year

Olds For Kindergarten! Crafts & Lots Of Activities! Call Ileana At

480-205-7103 For More Information! Mary Kay: 15% off. Call Lynne at 480-390-4063. Free facials and

makeovers!

SEACRET DIRECT - Love free facials? Have a fun spa party or become an associate if you could use extra cash. Fantastic body and

facial products. Call 480-821-4961 or email [email protected]

Just Ask Brian—For all of your handyman needs. Call Brian Markowitz at 480-203-5904.

In Home Therapeutic Massage– accepting new patients in your

area specializing in Rehab, Pain Management, and Sr. Wellness in the comfort of your home. Save $40 of our reg. $120 in home rate.

Visit www.inhometherapeuticmassage.massageplanet.com for more info or call (480) 620-2883 & leave message for return call.

RLC Services - Personal Home & Pet Sitting - Complete Home

caretaker when away. Long & short term pet sitting for all types of pets. Licensed & insured, references available. Free quotes, offering

valley wide service 24 hrs/day & 365 days/year. Call 480-220-9167

or email to [email protected] Alterations - Embroidering, Crafts, Home Decorating.. Reasonable

Prices. Call Bernice 602-717-4243 or 480-345-2355.

Advertised Daycare - Call Isayadet Aguayo 480-813-9473 Pet Rewards - Give the gift of security for your pet. Visit

www.mypetreward.com for personalized, stainless steel tags.

Phil Magnuson Handyman - No job is too big or small. Call Phil 480-993-7129 or [email protected]

I Like Furniture - Shop online for the best discount prices on

furniture, home accessories, & much more! Free shipping & no sales tax! www.ILikeFurniture.com. Follow us on Facebook & Pinterest!

Pool Repair - Call BOB 480-899-8440

Glass & Shower Doors - We can help you with any residential glass or mirror needs. Call 480-306-5113 or visit www.wesleysglass.com

Free Estimates: Handy Men Can Do - Family owned & operated

business. One call does it all 480-232-0000 or Mobile 480-217-9626 Big Byte Computers - Fast & Reliable Computer Service. Desktop

& Laptop Sales, TV Repair, and Free Recycling! 3245 N. Arizona

Ave. Chandler 480-686-9309 www.bigbytepc.net Santan Landscape & Maintenance: Sprinkler Repair, Timers, Tree

Trimming & Removal, Concrete, Pavers, Maintenance & Clean Up!

Contact Mark at 480-882-2480 or [email protected].

*To place an ad, please email me at

[email protected]. Gina McKinley does not endorse

any advertiser. Please investigate all offers thoroughly!

JANUARY 2013 SOLD ACTIVITY SUBDIVISION ADDRESS BED BATH CAR SQ FT PRICE

Ashley Park 992 N. John Way 4 2 2 2,356 $275,000

281 N. Velero St. 3 3 3 2,321 $276,000

Tradition/

Tradition East 1602 E. Detroit St. 3 2 2 1,600 $193,000

The Trails 2791 E. Azalea Dr. 4 2.5 3 2,478 $285,000

2795 E. Honeysuckle Pl 5 3.5 4 3,567 $315,000

2551 E. Balsam Ct. 4 2.5 3 2,609 $315,000

Higley Estates 3106 E. Comstock Dr. 3 2.5 3 2,714 $305,000

3158 E. Marlene Dr. 5 4.5 3 3,751 $435,000

Creekwood

Ranch

No Solds

Markwood/

Markwood North

2188 E. Wisteria Dr. 5 4 2 2,367 $295,000

3721 S. Ashley Pl 4 2 2 2,289 $305,000

Lantana Ranch 1456 E. Carob Pl. 4 2 3 3 $220,000

3771 S. Senate Pl 3 2 3 2,126 $275,000

Peterson Farms 3062 E. Bluebird Pl. 4 2 2 2,171 $256,000

Pinelake Estates/

Pinelake Village

451 E. Canyon Way 5 4.5 3 5,489 $775,000

Arden Park No Solds

Whitewing at

Krueger

2780 E. Jade Pl. 4 3.5 3 3,810 $600,000

2677 E. Locust Dr. 5 4 4 4,159 $720,000

Rockwood

Estates

744 E. Wood Dr. 3 2 3 2,248 $249,900

Redwood Estates 2105 E. Ebony Dr. 3 2 2 1,871 $243,500

2321 E. Aloe Pl 4 3 2 2,154 $280,000

Paseo Crossing 930 E. Leo Pl 3 2.5 2.5 2,074 $228,000

965 E. Virgo Pl 4 2.5 3 2,897 $347,500

Paseo Trail 2573 S. Rincon Dr. 3 2 3 2,176 $250,000

3286 E. Raven Ct. 4 3.5 3 2,628 $330,000

3368 E. Goldfinch Way 4 4.5 3 3,917 $445,000

Willis Ranch 1352 E. Geronimo St. 3 2 2 1,488 $170,000

1405 E. Morelos St. 3 2 2 1,918 $224,000

970 S. Hudson Dr. 4 3 2 2,742 $269,000

McQueen Lakes 893 E. Stoneman Pl 5 4 3 3,485 $446,200

Dobson Place 261 N. Nash Way 4 3 2 1,892 $223,445

303 N. Danielson Way 3 2 2 2,366 $267,500

2804 E. Cobalt St. 4 2.5 2 2,899 $320,000

For 24-Hour Recorded Information Dial 800-330-4596 and enter 4 digit code:

44109 W. Palo Teca Rd,

Maricopa —

3 BD, 2.5 BA, 2,055 SQFT.

Great Location Right Next to the New

Entertainment District! Fireplace in

Living Room, Corian Counters in

Kitchen, Neutral Carpet & Tile T/O!

Code: 1045

2271 E. Azalea Dr, Chandler—

3 BD, 3 BA, 2,922 SQFT.

Incredible Custom Features Including

State of the Art Home Theater! Home

Smart Electrical System Allows You

To Control Your Home At the Push

of A Button! Truly Gorgeous Home!

Code: 1075

883 W. Calle Del Norte,

Chandler—

3 BD, 2 BA, 1,920 SQFT.

Beautifully Updated Chandler Home!

Eat In Kitchen Features Island,

Pantry, & Faux Leaded Glass Win-

dows Surrounding Breakfast Nook!

Code: 1025

1411 E. Orangewood Ave #140,

Phoenix—

2 BD, 2 BA, 1,042 SQ FT.

Beautiful Home Features Wood

Laminate Flooring, Corner Fireplace,

Two Tone Paint & Open Floor Plan!

French Door Entry to Master Oasis!

Code: 1195

23015 N. 23rd St, Phoenix—

3 BD, 2.5 BA, 2,021 SQ FT.

Elegant Home w/ Mountain Views on

Huge Col-de-Sac Lot! Upgraded

Home Features Granite Counters T/O,

Plantation Shutters, Surround Sound,

Two-Tone Décor Paint, & More!

Code: 1185

2528 W. Brookhart Way,

Phoenix—

4 BD, 2 BA, 2,294 SQ FT.

Former Model Home Features

Designer Finishes Including Slate

Tiled Pool & Patio! Kitchen Features

Upgraded Cabinets & Island!

Code: 1065

1440 N. Orlando, Mesa —

5 BD, 3 BA, 2,611 SQFT.

Sensational Home Features Updated

Kitchen w/ Granite Counters, Stain-

less Appliances, Center Island & Gas

Range! Walk Out Balcony in Master

Overlooks Heated Pool & Spa!

Code: 1015

1612 E. Tulsa St, Chandler —

4 BD, 2 BA, 1,825 SQFT.

One of a Kind Home in Fantastic

Location! N/S Exposure, Two Tone

Paint, Ceiling Fans T/O, & Tile in All

the Right Places! Backyard Features

Extended Patio & Workshop!

Code: 1145

1126 N. Melody Cir, Chandler —

3 BD, 2 BA, 2,120 SQFT.

Gorgeously Updated Home Features

Tile Enclosed Glass Shower & Corner

Tub in Master w/ Custom Closet!

Lush Backyard Features Citrus Trees,

Pebble Tec Pool & More!

Code: 1085



Brain Teaser… A mile-long train is moving at sixty miles an hour

when it reaches a mile-long tunnel. How long does

it take the entire train to pass through the tunnel?

(See back cover for the answer.)

What’s My Home Worth? If you want to know your home’s current value, I

will gladly conduct a Maximum Value Home

Audit. Request this “no charge” in-depth

analysis by calling me at:

480-355-8645.

Rock’ And Roll’ Muscles You should stretch before you work out, right?

Most people say yes, but it’s not good to stretch

cold muscles. First, you should release the

muscles by using a foam roller (or anything round)

to roll your calves, thighs and upper back. If you

can’t roll, warm up your muscles with some gentle

cardio or a light jog.

Are You Playing These Games? More people are playing games on mobile devices

than ever before. Here are some top games for

family fun:

Hanging With Friends

Words With Friends

Chess Time

Super Stickman Golf

Draw Something

But Who Counted Them? Astronomers have put together a 9-gigapixel

picture that includes 173 million different objects,

including 84 million that could be confirmed as

stars.

If printed with the resolution of a book, the image

would measure 30 feet long by 23 feet tall.

Medication Warning Researchers are finding that medications and

supplements may contain or be coated with

plasticizing chemicals (called phthalates) that can

lead to health problems. Keep an eye out for

delivery systems that are most likely to use

phthalates, such as “delayed-release,”

“time-release,” and “enteric coatings.” Best

advice: Ask your pharmacist if a phthalate-free

version of your medication is available.

Use these senses to recognize a gas leak:

SMELLING – If your house smells like rotten eggs, you may be in serious

trouble. Natural gas suppliers add the scent to the gas as a warning that harmful

vapors are leaking into the air.

HEARING – a leak may make a hissing sound or a loud roar.

SEEING – a leak may cause dust or debris to fly, create bubbling movement in

water, or cause discoloration in green vegetation.

Here’s how to respond to this deadly danger:

Get everyone out of the house, move a safe distance away, call 911 and your local

gas company for help.

To prevent electric sparks that could ignite an explosion, follow these tips:

Don’t turn on or off electrical switches.

Don’t start your car in the garage or use garage door openers.

Don’t strike a match.

WIN A RESTAURANT GIFT CARD Your Chances To Win Could Be Better Than You Think!

Guess who won last month’s Trivia Question? I’m pleased to announce

the lucky winner of last month’s quiz. And the winner is…drum roll please:

Lesilie P. of Tradition East!

Where can you stand in both the east and west at the same time?

a) The International Date Line b) China

c) The Prime Meridian d) Equator

The answer is c) The Prime Meridian. The line, which passes through

Greenwich, England, is Longitude Zero, and every place on Earth is measured

east to west from it. In the Greenwich Royal Observatory, you can have your

picture taken straddling the line. So, let’s move on to this month’s trivia question.

What do the letters in Einstein’s formula E=mc2 stand for?

a) E:energy, M:matter, C:calories b) E:electricity, M:matter, C:time

c) E:energy, M:mass, C:speed of light d) E:energy, M:mass, C:celsius

Email Me Your Name & Mailing Address At

[email protected]

with ‘Trivia Contest’ for the subject line

And You Could Be One Of My Next Winners

Do You Have a Gas Leak?

Save $$$ On Designer Clothes

Men have been renting tuxedoes for decades, so why can’t women rent a dress for a wedding or party? It’s

easy with online dress rental services like RentTheRunway.com. Simply pick the dress you want from over 25,000

available and have it delivered the next day. Then keep it for 4 or 8 days, and mail it back when you’re done. The

rental cost is usually 10% of the cost to buy a designer dress, with rentals from $50 to $350.

Not to be left out, guys now have more options for neckwear with tie rental services. TieSociety.com lets

you rent 3 ties with no return date for $20 a month, and you can exchange any of your designer ties at any time.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this letter is intended for informational purposes. It should not substitute as legal, accounting, investment, medical and other professional services advice. Always seek a competent professional for answers to your specific questions. This letter is not intended to solicit real estate properties currently for sale.

Q. What experts should I talk to if my home is about to go into

foreclosure?

A. Avoid scammers, and talk to one or more of these professionals:

Your REALTOR® will help you review your options.

A Foreclosure Counselor will help you evaluate your current financial

situation and serve as an advocate with your bank, free of charge.

A Tax Expert will advise you if you do a short sale or deed-in-lieu of

foreclosure since forgiveness of debt may be considered taxable income.

A Credit Counselor can help you develop a plan to avoid future

financial difficulty as well as help you repair your credit score.

An Attorney can help you if your lender has filed a foreclosure lawsuit.

For more information on avoiding foreclosure, call and ask for my Free

Consumer Report called “Options To Avoid Foreclosure.” I’ll be glad to

send a copy right over to you.

Do you have a real estate question you want answered? Feel free to call

me at 480-355-8645. Perhaps I’ll feature your question in my next issue!

Real Estate Corner…

The McKinley Group

FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS

CALL

Thanks For Thinking of Me!

Did you know I can help you or any of your friends or

family save time and money when buying or selling a

home? Thanks for keeping me in mind with your

referrals…and spreading the word about my services.

Brain Teaser Answer:

Two minutes! (The back of the train would be at the

beginning of the tunnel after 1 minute, and would leave

the end of the tunnel at the 2-minute mark.)

Why You Shouldn’t Only

Drink Bottled Water

Bottled water is fine but it contains no fluoride, which

can lead to tooth decay. You can fill your glass with tap

water (which contains fluoride) but use a Brita or PUR

water filtration system to keep out other impurities.

Witty Wisdom

Evening news is where they begin with “Good

evening,” and then proceed to tell you why it isn’t.

Hospitality is making your guests feel like they’re

at home, even if you wish they were.

The sole purpose of a child’s middle name is so he

can tell when he’s really in trouble.

Proudly Distributed By:

Gina McKinley

ABR, CDPE, CIAS, CRS, SFR®

Designated Broker

RE/MAX Masters

2390 W. Ray Rd #3

Chandler, AZ 85224

480-355-8645

[email protected]

www.LocateArizonaHomes.com

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