WalletHub makes lists. It’s what they do. And though Halloween is a favorite holiday of millions of folks, do we really need a list of the top spots for Halloween in the country? Indeed we do! Halloween connoisseurs across the country have spoken and Gilbert, Arizona scored big the Best Cities for Halloween. WalletHub’s post… Read More
This post from RIS Media with information provided by the Insurance Information Institute, is truly educational. Homeowners insurance is an often overlooked detail in the home buying process, usually only considered in passing as relates to its inclusion in monthly mortgage payments. As a Realtor, and indeed a fellow home owner I can assure you,… Read More
Monsoon, bringing high winds, dust and heavy rain, has finally taken hold here in Arizona, while other parts of the country are experiencing hurricanes, floods, powerful thunder storms and oppressive heat waves. Having the right resources to deal with varying weather conditions can save time, money and your sanity. One such resource is a home… Read More
Weather skirmishes differ in personality but many are capable of being harmful or damaging to your property, and in various regions of the country we are now anticipating some version storm season. Along the East Coast, folks are readying for hurricanes while the Southwest has Monsoon to look forward to, and though thunder storms can… Read More
And the Spring home selling season starts… … …NOW! Perfect timing is everything, and never more so than choosing the ideal moment to put your house on the market. The real estate market is most definitely picking up and just so you know, it’s usually a very short leap between gathering steam and full-on crazy…. Read More
Tis the season. Throughout most of the country, Winter is notorious for provoking power outages. Most often caused by storms and accidents, power blackouts can wreak havoc on our health and safety. Freezing pipes, spoiled food, hampered communications, and exposure to extreme temperatures are among the serious threats that can that can befall you during… Read More
Now is the time! Even here in Arizona we’ve been warned. Residents North of Flagstaff and along our Eastern border with New Mexico, have already seen a snowstorm, unseasonable weather and short-lived to be certain, but a playful reminder that weather anywhere can turn on a dime. How often do we think about turning on… Read More
Fall is the ideal time of year to clean and inspect appliances. Start by cleansing the interior of appliances thoroughly then examine them carefully for damage and/or deterioration. September and October are historically the best months to purchase new appliances as manufacturers are releasing new models and retailers are eager to move current inventory. Parts… Read More
Fall in central Arizona is like Spring cleaning season anywhere else, it’s when we finally breath and refresh, get out in the yard and plant new things, spruce everything up after a long summer of avoiding the outdoors. October is the first of our eight months of perfect weather. We do still check the heating… Read More
Though Summer temps in the Phoenix area routinely register in triple digits, there are ways to survive the heat. The Phoenix.org website cautions that we all should know the signs of heat illness, and take some basic precautions when Summer sizzles. Suggestions range from staying hydrated to, believe it or not, covering your head, arms… Read More
