Our new ‘The Home Series’ covers everything from maintenance tips, repairs, design and decorating, organization, to buying and selling a house, and so much more – but really just about the way we all live in our homes. — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Surprising… Read More
Quality of Life
Who Are the Vacation Homebuyers Now?
The 2023 Real Estate market is experiencing a noticeable shift in the nature of home buyers; first-time buyers are apt to be older than in the past, whereas investment buyers tend to be younger. Reluctant to give up low interest rates of under 3 or 4 percent, move-up buyers are much more undecided than in… Read More
Stunning Location – Reduced Price – Great Value!
(See Open House Info Below) It goes without saying, that Gold Canyon, with its stunning views and unsurpassed opportunity for outdoor activities, would naturally attract vacationers and second home buyers. Hiking and Biking are minutes away. It’s a short drive to 3 golf courses. Magnificent mountains and striking desert landscape surround you and yet it’s… Read More
Be Prepared for More Indoor Time This Winter.
As a result of the widely available COVID 19 vaccine, lifestyle limitations have lessened considerably, but they haven’t completely disappeared. We’re all still likely to spend more time than usual inside our homes this winter. Some of us are still doing all or a portion of our work from home. There are pockets of COVID… Read More
Celebrate Halloween Safely and Help a Good Cause
Am I dating myself or does anyone else remember the little paper boxes we used to carry with us when we went trick-or-treating? When I was a kid, this was my humble introduction to philanthropy. The boxes were usually bright orange and folded flat when the teacher handed them out at school. I remember carefully… Read More
It’s Storm Season – 10 Safety Tips for Home Backup Generators
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
Chandler, Arizona’s on the Short-List for Single Home Buyers
According to SmartAsset, Chandler, Arizona is one of the cities chosen most often by Single Home Buyers, and I’m not surprised. Chandler has an animated vibe and a progressive philosophy. The downtown area has grown from one sleepy laid-back main street to a whirlwind of eclectic activity in just the past few years. Chandler’s relative… Read More
Slide Show: Top 20 Best Cities for Veterans 2017
Slide show: Top 20 Best Cities for Veterans 2017 The results of Wallet Hub’s newest study of the best and worst places for Veterans, shows two Phoenix area cities in the top 20. That’s remarkable considering 100 of the nations largest cities were included in the original research. Gilbert, Arizona came in at #19 and… Read More
Vintage is Nothing New… Bring Back the Good Old Days in Your Brand New Kitchen
Vintage is Nothing New… Bring Back the Good Old Days in Your Brand New Kitchen. Bringing back the ‘Good ol’ Days’ has been a popular approach to remodeling for as long as I can remember. Back in the late 80’s when we were building our new home, the depression era, farm-country kitchen was the vintage… Read More
As a Friend or Family Member, How Can You Help Veterans Suffering with PTSD?
As a Friend or Family Member, How Can You Help Veterans Suffering with PTSD? In the course of my business as a Realtor I’ve had the honor of working with a good many Veterans, and on more than one occasion a Veteran client has informed me that they are suffering from PTSD. In each instance… Read More