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Christoph

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Agent at Homesmart
Experience:
Associate Broker for Homesmart April 2008—present
Sales Associate for Jarson & Jarson LLC January 2005—November 2005
Sales Associate at Jarson & Jarson LLC - www.azarchitecture.com
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Specialties:
Historic Districts in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area.
Certifications
& Awards:
Associate Broker and Best Daddy in the World
Interests:
Photography, Blogging, Classic Cars, Architecture, Historic Homes
About:
Christoph is a native of Austria and he grew up working in his family’s vineyard, so he knows a thing or two about wine. In 1996, he graduated from the ... show more
Testimonials:
"Christoph is a great pleasure to work with! Many brokers are often
hesitant in their communications with the realty end of the business, and
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Buying a small house in Tempe!

Christoph answered:
Hello Ismail,

Congratulations on your decision attending ASU!

There are a lot of things to consider whether you should buy or rent while attending school in Tempe. Property values have declined sharply and depending on your circumstances and intentions it very well could be that a real estate investment may pay off for you in the long run.

Generally I would advise against buying a property if you have no intention of keeping the property for longer than 4years, you don't want to become a landlord/real estate investor or if there is no one else in your family who can take advantage of the property.

There is an older article on MSNBC pointing out the pros and cons of investing in student housing:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14041818/

Granted the market was way different when this article was written however it still may point out things you may haven't considered yet.

Feel free to contact me if you like to chat...

Christoph Schweiger
Associate Broker
HomeSmart - Sat Nov 15 2008, 18:56

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