3D Imaging and Selling Your Home! Get TOP Dollar and SELL Faster!!!

3D imaging is revolutionizing the buying process. More buyers are interested in homes they can view in 3D models online and more out of state buyers and investors are even buying sight unseen using this technology!

So what does this mean as a seller?

Reach more potential buyers!

Sell your home faster!

Get top dollar for your home!

Show the home less often!

As more and more Realtors start using this technology, home buyers will have an easier time choosing homes to view in person. It will be a lot easier to determine if the buyer likes the floor plan or not if they can actually see it online! This means showing your house less! A lot of buyers I take out to view homes don't even like half of the homes because of the floor plan and they picked those to go view!

Unfortunately due to agents not taking enough pictures, or having bad pictures, I end up taking clients to unnecessary homes that don't fit their needs because "you don't know until you show." Oh, the poor family that cleaned their home for me to show only for us to turn around and leave after the first room! If they were to see the floor plan online in a 3D model, there would be less homes to actually view in person before they found the home that best suits their family's needs.

I believe this is the future and am proud to be part of the first to use this technology.

I provide a 3D scan and professional pictures with each one of my listings to get the home sold fast and for top dollar!

You can check out a model at http://bit.ly/sparksJK and navigate yourself or watch a quick video on how it works for 2 story homes.

Contact me today if you are in the market to buy or sell- I get results!

-Mr Knice Guy

Josh Knicely

480-330-0371

MrKniceGuy@jkrealtyaz.com

www.MrKniceGuysHomes.com

What's New in Maricopa?

Maricopa is seeing some new construction projects around the city and has residents asking "what's new in Maricopa?"

Besides new housing, Maricopa has 9 construction projects in the works including commercial buildings and road projects. Honeycutt Rd is seeing some improvements between Porter Rd and White and Parker. The construction has a completion date at the end of March.

The most noticeable project is next to the CVS. Maricopa Station, expected to be completed this summer, will be home to Chipotle, Jersey Mike's subs, Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steak Burgers and Starbucks.

Also being constructed is the new Sun Life Heath building, located at 44572 W Bowlin Rd. It will be next to the new Circle K.

40929 W Cowpath Rd is the location for the new Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. The project has a projected cost of 3 to 4 million dollars.

Police are looking to have more presence south of the train tracks with their new Copper Sky Police Substation, located off Bowlin Rd and Greythorn Dr. That project is expected to be completed in September.

Maricopa is looking to get its third McDonald's, located in the Wal-Mart parking lot off the Maricopa Casa Grande highway.

A Public Works and Fire Maintenance facility is estimated to be completed at the end of November and will be located at Edison and Roosevelt.

Edison Rd will extend its improvements from Roosevelt to State Route 238, still under review.

Smith-Enke Rd improvements from the Porter intersection and Chase to White and Parker are still under review as well.

With all the new construction and improvements, Maricopa hopes to please it's residents while keeping tax money in the city. The is an estimated 42 million dollars of lost revenue to surrounding cities because of lack of shopping in Maricopa.

Large companies are starting to look at Maricopa to put new stores as the population continues to rise close to 50,000 people. With large companies comes more jobs in the city which will relieve some of the traffic for those who commute.

I have lived in Maricopa since 2003 and have loved watching this town grow into a city. I am glad to be a part of the growing population as I find families homes to move into.

If you are considering a move to Maricopa, please contact me Josh Knicely at 480 330 0371. I would love to show you what my city has to offer. If you would like to see available properties on the market, check out www.MrKniceGuysHomes.com

What's New in Maricopa?

3D Photography- "The New Virtual Tour"

New for 2015, the latest in 3D photography technology provides a virtual walkthrough, it's like you are there in person! What makes it different from virtual tours? Lets get into detail below.

Virtual tours were once thought to be the new wave in viewing and advertising homes. Basically you stick a camcorder in the middle of the room and scan in a circle. Or worse, a slideshow of the same still photos taken of the home. While this allows you to see each room in the house, it does not allow you to see the floor plan or layout of the home.

With this 3D technology, you are able to "walk' through the home as if you were there! Look at the ceiling, look at the floor if you want, or just walk the layout to get a feel for the home and if it works for your family.

This is going to revolutionize the way buyers look for homes. Imagine feeling like you are inside the home from your phone, tablet or desktop computer! Share it with your friends and family. Be anywhere in the world and look at the future home you will buy!

This new technology does come with a cost and unfortunately for sellers not all brokerages or real estate agents will have this technology. Fortunately for you, we have this technology!!! Being the only brokerage in Arizona with this technology, we can provide you the marketing your house needs to sell. I personally will provide this service for each of my clients that lists with me for FREE! No additional cost to you at all. It is my way of saying you are worth it and I will sell your home. Please see the link for my latest 3D model here

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Please contact me, Josh Knicely, at 480-330-0371 if you would like to list your home and take advantage of this NEW TECHNOLOGY!!!

That is not all either! I can provide aerial photos and video of your home, property and surrounding neighborhood with our top of the line drone and HD camera. Along with extensive marketing and of course professional photos of your home, I get results!

Thank you,

Mr Knice Guy

www.MrKniceGuysHomes.com

Copper Sky Recreation Complex

Maricopa city residents welcome the new Copper Sky Recreation Center, with something to do for anyone at any age in life. This 98 acre park includes a multigenerational center, aquatic center and regional park. Lets look at all the features Copper Sky has to offer.

Multigenerational Center- This 52,000 sq. ft. facility is a great recreational center where people of all ages can come together and enjoy amenities such as:

• Top of the line fitness equipment such as ellipticals, treadmills, spinning and stationary bikes
• Free weight lifting area
• Resistance training machinery 
• 2 full size indoor basketball courts
• An elevated walking/running track
• 2 dance/aerobics studios
• A study room
• Activity and multi-use program spaces
• A catering kitchen

In addition to these amenities, residents can rent areas of the facility for parties, luncheons, anniversaries or special events.

Copper Sky also offers members an aquatic facility for fun filled outdoor activities at the swim and sun oasis. The aquatic center features:

• An 8 lane, 25 yard lap pool with two 1-meter diving boards
• A leisure pool with a water-slide, lazy river and a rock climbing wall
• An interactive splash pad for the children

The lap pool is also heated and available for year round use.

Finally Copper Sky also boasts a huge 98 acre regional park, offering endless opportunities for fitness, fun and leisure. Amenities featured here are:

• A 5 acre fishing lake stocked with bass, rainbow trout, catfish, blue gill and white amur.
• A special event amphitheater surrounded by 9 acres of lush grass
• 2 interactive playgrounds
• A large dog park with areas for active dogs and timid dogs
• 6 shaded ramadas with BBQ grills and picnic tables
• A huge 5,000 sq. ft. group ramada
• 8 huge multipurpose sports fields, with 4 of them lighted for night play
• 3 lighted baseball or softball fields
• A full size lighted baseball field
• A lighted skate park with ramps and rails
• 2 lighted tennis courts
• 2 lighted basketball courts
• 2 lighted sand volleyball courts
• 2 regulation size horseshoe pits

With all these features what else could Copper Sky offer? Well how about a child watch facility. Let the young ones be taken care of while you enjoy the many amenities. Also enjoy fitness classes, dog training classes, sports lessons, zumba, yoga and even massages!!!

If you would like to know more about what the City of Maricopa has to offer, subscribe to my blog, follow me on facebook or google+ or you can contact me directly at MrKniceGuy@jkrealtyaz.com

Honeycutt Coffee in Maricopa

As I sit in my favorite coffee shop, I wander what to write for my next blog. Then it hits me! How about review the fantastic coffee shop right here in Maricopa!

Honeycutt coffee is located at 44400 w Honeycutt Rd. Suite 109 Maricopa AZ 85138.

Their hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm, on Saturday from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm and Sunday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

They offer a wide variety of hot and cold coffees as well as teas, smoothies, milkshakes, light breakfast foods, homemade breads, cookies, coffee cake and a few sandwiches for lunch. Everything is served in a friendly, warm atmosphere where you are always greeted by smiling faces. The employees are very knowledgeable and recomend the best drinks.

The walls are decorated with local artist works that are also available for purchase. I always love when the local shops promote other local businesses. The track lighting also highlights the framed photos and paintings. The coffee shop is furnished a few small tables as well as a larger community table, all with comfortable seating. Or you can choose to sit one of the most comfortable lounge chairs along the perimeter of the room included with your own side table for your drink or food.

Thanks to the free wifi, I can come have a hot cup of coffee and homemade snack while working online, checking email or writing blogs! Honeycutt Coffee is a great local coffee shop to meet family, friends or clients.

When you are looking for a home in Maricopa, ask to meet me at Honeycutt Coffee before we find the home of your dreams!

Honeycutt Coffee has their own website at www.honeycuttcoffee.com 

Stop in, say high to the friendly employees and enjoy your favorite coffee drink in the most favored coffee shop in Maricopa. Just be sure to tell them Mr Knice Guy sent you!

Maricopa Subdivisions, Master Planned Communites

With just under 45,000 people in Maricopa, you may think there are only a few subdivisions and all the homes are the same. Well let me explain the abundance of subdivisions and the differences in them. With 20 different subdivisions, each offering different amenities, lets find out what part of the city will suit your family best!

Rancho El Dorado- The first Master Planned Community in Maricopa as well as the first community to see when you enter this beautiful city. A palm tree lined entry greats you with a large fountain and gorgeous lake. Just next to the lake sits Askew Park complete with a playground, covered picnic area with grills and basketball courts. With The Duke golf course centered in community, this is the only community with golf course lots. Rancho El Dorado also boats a restaurant, 2 elementary schools (Santa Rosa and Pima Butte) and a fantastic walking path that circles the entire community. With close proximity to the highway, many commuters prefer to live in this community.

Ranch El Dorado is managed by Rossmar and Graham. 


The Villages at Rancho El Dorado- The Villages is phase two of the master planned community of Rancho El Dorado. Left on Smith-Enke, when you first enter town will take you to the Villages. There is a community center with 2 pools, a play pool and a lap pool. The community center also includes a fitness facility, tennis courts and basketball courts. The community features playgrounds and a splash pad for the kids. 

The Villages subdivision is managed by Associated Asset Management HOA. The website for The Villages HOA can be seen at www.villagesatranchoeldoradohoa.org/


The Lakes at Rancho El Dorado- Phase three of the master planned community of Rancho El Dorado is The Lakes. One of two lakefront communities in Maricopa, the other which is a 55+ community. The Lakes features a beautiful lake to greet you in the entrance as well as walking paths, picnic areas and playgrounds for the kids. If you are looking to live on lakefront property, this subdivision is for you. 

There are still new builds in the community by Meritage Homes, although all of the lakefront lots are sold. There is however a large portion of the community with lakes, that is not currently being built out. There may be in the future another builder to start to build out the rest of the lakefront lots.

The Lakes subdivision is managed by Associated Asset Management HOA. The website for The Lakes HOA can be seen at www.lakesatranchoeldoradohoa.org


Cobblestone Farms- Just as you enter Maricopa, across from Rancho El Dorado, sits the subdivision of Cobblestone Farms. As you take the gorgeous, palm tree lined entry, a beautiful water feature greats you at the lakefront park. There are BBQ grills and picnic areas as well as plenty of grass at the lake and park. Other features include a community pool, 10 tot lots, basketball courts, a splash pad, a large field for soccer or baseball, horseshoe area and many greenbelts in the community. When Fulton Homes built the community, they offered the only basement model home in Maricopa. With easy access to the 347, many commuters prefer this community.

Cobblestone Farms is managed by AAM, LLC, the website for Cobblestone Farms HOA is www.cobblestonefarmshoa.net 



Acacia Crossings- Located behind Bashas Grocery right off Highway 238 is the Acacia Crossings community. One of the original as well as one of the smallest communities in Maricopa, Acacia Crossings also boasts one of the lowest monthly HOA dues around. With walking paths passing plenty of grassy parks and playgrounds, you can walk directly to the Bashas shopping center. Many people that like the small town feel enjoy this community.

The HOA management company for Acacia Crossings is City Property Management Company, the website for Acacia Crossings HOA is www.acaciacrossingshoa.com 



Province- Maricopa's only 55+ community featuring waterfront properties, the second of only two communities to offer lakefront homes. This community has gorgeous single family homes as well as Gemini or twin style homes. Province is also the only community that has 24 hour guarded gates at each entrance. There are 50 acres of stocked lakes and waterways throughout Province as well as some of the best waterfall features in any community in Maricopa. This Active Adult community offers a 32,000 sq ft clubhouse with everything from indoor and outdoor heated pools and spas to card rooms, painting studio, pottery classroom as well as a coffee bar and large workout facility. There is even a large ballroom for events and 125 acres of greenbelts throughout the community. 

There are still new homes being built in Province by Meritage Homes. They have 5 beautiful models on display. There are also new twin style Gemini homes on the other side of the community.

Province is managed by Associated Asset Management. The HOA website for Province can be seen at www.provincecoa.com


Homestead- Just off of Smith-Enke and Porter road is the fast growing subdivision of Homestead. Located near the Public Library and the Maricopa Clinic, Homestead was master planned by DR Horton and still offers new build homes in the subdivision. The community offers a variety of parks and playgrounds, greenbelts, walking paths and ramadas. The lake and park create a perfect place for family picnics and gatherings. There are volleyball and basketball courts as well as softball and baseball fields. 

The HOA for Homestead is managed by Associated Asset Management and the community website can be seen at www.homesteadnorthhoa.com



Senita- With great access to both Casa Grande and Phoenix, Senita is located between Honeycutt Rd. and the Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy. Close to the Walmart shopping center, Senita residents also enjoy close proximity to the farmers market and city's community pool. Just across the railroad tracks sits the new Copper Sky Recreation Complex. 

Managed by Ogden & Company, the Senita HOA website can be found here www.senitahoa.com 



Glennwilde Groves- Backing up to the city's Pacana Park, which features a catch and release lake, the master planned community was built by a variety of builders. With lots of different floor plans, the subdivision also features 2 community pools, 8 tot lots and a soccer field. With lots of walking paths in the green belts and close proximity to the large public park Glennwilde Groves is a great community to call home.

Professionally managed by Associated Asset Management, Glennwilde Groves HOA website can be found here www.glennwildegroves.com



Desert Passage/Smith Farms- Located next to the new City Hall and Central Arizona College Maricopa Campus, Desert Passage or commonly called Smith Farms offers a heated community pool, tot lots, walking trails, splash pad, volley ball and basketball courts. With room to grow, KB Homes is building 2 separate neighborhoods, Watercress and Cliffrose. Between the two, there are a good variety of floor plans and pricing for both large and small families.

Desert Passage is managed by Trestle Management. 


Rancho Mirage Estates- With new homes being built by Pinnacle West Homes, Rancho Mirage Estates still has room to grow. With unique drive through garage homes and almost complete customization, this unique community has some very nice homes. You will be greeted to the community with a beautiful lake, with several water features walking paths and parks, this is a great subdivision to be outdoors. 

Associated Asset Management company manages the HOA for this community 


Tortosa- Located 7 miles east of the center of Maricopa sits the beautiful Tortosa community. With an Elementary School and Middle School, the builders had families in mind. There are great mountain views as well as a large community park with a nine hole disc golf course. There are also ramadas and bbq grills at the park as well as a large tot lot, volleyball and basketball courts. With extensive pedestrian trails, water features and greenbelts, this is a fantastic community. With affordable housing and easy access to Casa Grande this subdivision is a great choice.

Managed by CCMC the community HOA website can be found here www.tortosahoa.net




Sorrento- Located near Tortosa and Rancho Mirage Estates, Sorrento offers ease of access to Casa Grande for commuters. The community also features a beautiful pond, tennis court and kid's waterpark. With empty plots, this community will continue to grow in the future. With great value, affordable homes many people choose Sorrento as their home.

Sorrento is managed by Associated Asset Management



Alterra- Just south of the railroad tracks, Alterra has two main entrances that divide the subdivision into Alterra North and Alterra South. Alterra boasts multiple parks, picnic gazebos, playgrounds and plenty of bike and walking paths. With many trees lining the sidewalks and beautiful greenbelts, Alterra is a great place to live. Located by the Ultrastar Entertainment Center and the Copper Sky Recreation Complex, this community is great for entertainment. Also located close by are all levels of education, elementary, middle and high school.

Alterra is managed by Associated Asset Management and the community HOA website can be seen here www.alterrahoa.com




Desert Cedars- Just past the train tracks, across from Alterra North, sits the Desert Cedars community.With just 418 lots, this small community is located near all the city's entertainment. Ultrastar and Copper Sky are nearby as well as Saddleback Elementary, Maricopa Wells Middle School and Maricopa High. With a nice park, walking paths and great value many people enjoy Desert Cedars.

Managed by City Property Management Company the community HOA website can be seen here www.desertcedarshoa.com/modules/about/


Santa Rosa Springs- Located across the railroad tracks Santa Rosa Springs is an up and coming neighborhood. With new build homes offered by Elliot Homes, this community is growing fast. There are beautiful mountain views from this neighborhood as well as a basketball court and covered playgrounds. Scenic walking paths line this community and many people that commute to Casa Grande enjoy living in this smaller neighborhood.

HOA managed by Lighthouse Management.




Palo Brea- A small community located near Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino and Ultrastar Entertainment Center. Palo Brea is a subdivision that is just waiting to grow. If you enjoy a smaller community Palo Brea may be right for you.



Additional Communites Away From The City-


Thunderbird Farms- Southwest of town lies the horse property community of Thunderbird Farms. With custom homes and large lots this acreage community is still very affordable. Many winter visitors bring their horses to this area for year round riding and training. With easy access to town but far enough away to enjoy nature, Thunderbird Farms is a great community to live in. There are no HOAs in Thunderbird Farms, so bring your horses, trailers and toys!


Hidden Valley- Just south, outside the city and to the west is Hidden Valley. With breathtaking mountain views this is the community for your custom home. There is a good mix of homes ranging from modular to custom built million dollar homes, with still a lot of vacant lots. A small portion of the community is supplied by city water, the other majority has either a shared well or you need to haul water. 

 
Saddleback Farms- East of town is a small acreage community of Saddleback farms. This horse property community sits between Maricopa and Casa Grande and is ideal for anyone that wants acerage, but commutes to Casa Grande. 

If you are looking to move to Maricopa or if you have any questions about any of the communities above, please contact me, Josh Knicely at MrKniceGuy@jkrealtyaz.com You can also view houses for sale in any of these communities at www.MrKniceGuysHomes.com.