Gina McKinley’s… “Insider Tips For Healthy, Wealthy & Happy Living…” February 2013 lifestyle
Mar 07, 2016
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… ...Page 2
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
Gina McKinley, ABR, CDPE, CIAS, CRS, SFR RE/MAX Masters
480-355-8645 www.LocateArizonaHomes.com Each office is independently owned & operated.
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
Gina McKinley, ABR, CDPE, CIAS, CRS, SFR RE/MAX Masters
480-355-8645 www.LocateArizonaHomes.com Each office is independently owned & operated.
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
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
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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!
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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
www.LocateArizonaHomes.com