I’ve noticed this happening for quite some time now. Rents are rising faster than home prices and mortgage interest rates are remaining affordable. Are you ready to buy? I can help you find out. ~Bill Lauren Gensler Forbes Staff Rents in big, glittering metropolises like New York and San Francisco are notoriously pricey and getting… Read More
I’m a big fan of not observing Daylight Savings Time. There seems to be no remaining logical grounds for doing so and according to the article below, posted on the ABC15 Arizona website, there are quite a few practical reasons why it’s a good idea not to. ~Bill posted by Chris Kline, ABC15 Arizona PHOENIX… Read More
In this video and article on PBS Newshour, Gayle Tzemach-Lemmon explains the unique challenges faced by female Veterans when transitioning to civilian life, and the companies trying to help. It’s believed that a higher percentage of female than male Veterans are homeless because available services are not focused on female Vets. Kudos to ‘Dress for… Read More
I haven’t looked in to this community yet but I have been researching sustainable and energy efficient residential building lately. Seems like it’s trending right now and may be for a long time to come. Just a reminder, I offer a discount on the purchase of New Construction, cash back to apply to your closing… Read More
In the current residential New Construction world, is it possible to build a home that is so energy-efficient that it is completely self-sustaining? Apparently so, according to the three case studies found here on the energy.gov website. The Utah home, newly constructed in July 2013, claims an average energy bill of $0 as opposed to… Read More
Few home buying experiences are more satisfying than that of New Construction. ‘Shiny new and untouched’ aside, there are several tangible benefits to owning a newly built home: repairs are unlikely in the first few years of ownership, details like cabinets and counter tops, lighting, fixtures and appliances are ones that you’ve chosen yourself, in… Read More
I find living in Arizona to be nearly as entertaining as it is enjoyable. For instance, we have a deluge of small towns with quirky names. I’ve been to Tortilla Flat- population 6, and had a fantastic cheeseburger in the center of town (one way in, one way out, one building), Strawberry and Pine are… Read More
I find many of the TED talks fascinating, educational or informative, this one is both entertaining and magical. Watch, it’ll make you smile. ~Bill
In this press release published by Phoenix Mesa Gateway airport, FIFI – the only remaining, operational B29 is featured, along with other historic aircraft military aircraft. I was hoping to see this thing fly over yesterday when it was being moved but it apparently took a less inhabited route. ~Bill World’s Only Flying B-29 Superfortress… Read More
The National Association of Home Builders recently passed out its Best in American Living Awards. The winning projects were recognized for innovative design, so they tend to highlight design trends you’ll see in new homes in coming years. BALA Chairman Stephen C. Moore, senior partner – marketing with BSB Design Inc. in Des Moines, Iowa… Read More
