After a degree in Mathematics from the State University of New York at Binghamton, I worked for IBM as a software programmer.
Switching gears some years later, real estate easily became my life long passion. It started in New York with a few wise investments into raw land. After taking on the task of a series of subdivisions, I learned very valuable lessons, enhancing my understanding of land topography, elements of soil and water tests and knowledge of mortgage options and creative financing. I interfaced with a seemingly unlimited array of land surveyors, road construction and other related land development service personnel. To insure continued positive equity appreciation for my investments, I created deed restrictions or CC and R’s, appropriately fashioned for the community’s needs. I also helped design and build as well as renovate several homes. For more information, do a search for Menayas Court in Washingtonville, New York.

I was a REALTOR® in New York and held a Florida real estate license, acquired in 2004  while  renovating a waterfront home.

I then became a Realtor in Arizona and continued my education in real estate obtaining the GRI designation, Graduate of REALTOR® Institute, and the MRE designation, Master of Real Estate. Other certifications and designations include the AHWD designation, At home with diversity, a Fair Housing designation and the RECS designation.  I completed the e-PRO designation as well which will further enable me to provide added internet service to my customers. 
As a member of the 2006 Class X of the Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS Leadership Program, graduating in 2006.

I have lived in the Phoenix / Scottsdale area for almost 20 years.  I am ready, willing and able to serve a variety of real estate needs including Luxury Second Home searches and building my client's Investment portfolios.

Testimonials:

Cheryl Menayas was instrumental in achieving the ultimate goal....selling our house. The entire short sale process was confusing and the rules changed daily. Cheryl followed up daily between the bank and us. The process took over 7 months and if it wasn't for Cheryl, the home would not have sold. If you want to get things done, then hire Cheryl Menayas. The Stone Family
Cheryl Menayas was instrumental in achieving the ultimate goal....selling our house. The entire short sale process was confusing and the rules changed daily. Cheryl followed up daily between the bank and us. The process took over 7 months and if it wasn't for Cheryl, the home would not have sold. If you want to get things done, then hire Cheryl Menayas. The Stone Family
The Stone Family, Phoenix, AZ

Cheryl was an amazing agent. I was a first time home buyer, who had very little idea how the process worked. I was buying the house from out of town, and so needed her to identify houses we could look at in a day. In the state of the economy at the time, it would have been easy to find a house that generally fit my budget, and location, but she went above and beyond to find me a great house! Not only did she make the house buying process smooth, but she also assisted me in transitioning up to the Phoenix area. It it weren't for her, I feel like I would have been stuck with a sub-par home or at least a headache from all the paperwork. Thanks, Nick V.
Cheryl was an amazing agent. I was a first time home buyer, who had very little idea how the process worked. I was buying the house from out of town, and so needed her to identify houses we could look at in a day. In the state of the economy at the time, it would have been easy to find a house that generally fit my budget, and location, but she went above and beyond to find me a great house! Not only did she make the house buying process smooth, but she also assisted me in transitioning up to the Phoenix area. It it weren't for her, I feel like I would have been stuck with a sub-par home or at least a headache from all the paperwork. Thanks, Nick V.
Nick V., Phoenix, AZ

Cheryl, Thank you for your help with my company's real estate disposition. You were vigilant, professional and courteous in managing the process. Chris S
Cheryl, Thank you for your help with my company's real estate disposition. You were vigilant, professional and courteous in managing the process. Chris S
Chris S, Phoenix, AZ

Being a first time home buyer is often an exciting life event, but it also can be intimidating and frustrating at times. When my fianc and I were looking to purchase our first home in January 2009, we met Cheryl Menayas of Arizona Best at an open house. Boy, were we lucky to have stumbled into that home that day! Cheryl became our realtor after realizing instantaneously that she is one of the best out there. She is knowledgeable on the areas around town, listens to what her clients want, makes herself available for questions and contributes hours of her time helping find the perfect home. Her response time is impeccable--either by email or phone, she gets back to you very quickly. We searched for 6 months and were with Cheryl the entire time. She saw us through some disappointing moments but always remained optimistic that the perfect home was out there for us. My fianc and I often commented to each other how lucky we were to have a realtor so hardworking and kind. Cheryl came prepared to every meeting with information on all the houses we were looking at and sent many helpful resources our way to better assist us with the stresses than can come with being a first time buyer. Her professionalism is greatly admired and respected, as is her expertise on the market and home buying processes. When we finally closed on a house this past July 2009, we were ecstatic to have our own home, but also sad to know we would not be seeing or talking with Cheryl on an almost every day basis as before. She is a wonderful Realtor and highly recommended. Thank you, Cheryl!
Sara & Casey, Phoenix, AZ

I recently sold my home thanks to the great job that Arizona Best Real Estate did for me. I worked with two concerned real estate agents, Cheryl Menayas and Greg Hanson. They took the time to find out my situation and then did all they could to see that my house sold. I appreciate the time and effort they put in to coming to my home and keeping me updated frequently as the sale progressed. I would highly recommend their company because of their outstanding customer service.
Hi - I recently sold my home thanks to the great job that Arizona Best Real Estate did for me. I worked with two concerned real estate agents, Cheryl Menayas and Greg Hanson. They took the time to find out my situation and then did all they could to see that my house sold. I appreciate the time and effort they put in to coming to my home and keeping me updated frequently as the sale progressed. I would highly recommend their company because of their outstanding customer service.
Sue P, Apache Junction, AZ

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