This video has some great advice including insurance for your move and a visit to www.protectyourmove.gov. A few additional tips from someone who’s been there a few times: Pack valuables in advance and carry them with you, as well as very fragile items or those irreplaceable things with sentimental value. Home Buyer’s Frequently Asked Questions Home… Read More
Heroes Home Advantage
We Express our gratitude to teachers all over the country this Thank You Thursday
Earlier this month we closed another home through the AZVHV Heroes Home Advantage Program. This particular transaction happened to be a Teacher. Paul Saggau is a Teacher for Special Needs children, U.S. Marine Veteran and a remarkably dedicated man. He squeezed in evening showings, and even made himself available for a 6:30am signing so that… Read More
Veterans’ Housing Needs Demanding Greater Attention
By John Voket While veterans may represent a proportionally small segment of homeowners, there’s recently been a call to devote more attention and resources toward accommodating our heroes once they return from service. According to the National Housing Conference, understanding how America’s veteran population is changing — and will change in the future — is… Read More
Where the Jobs Are: 7 Industries Ramping Up to Hire
By Barbara Pronin If you or someone you know will graduate with bachelor’s degree next spring, it’s time to spruce up your resume. A national recruiting trends survey administered by Michigan State University indicates the job market will be strong for 2016 graduates, with hiring expected to increase a minimum of 15 percent over last… Read More
6 Budget Management Tips for Military Families
Military members and their families face challenges not necessarily encountered by families in the general public; frequent relocation, long periods of separation, and an occasional interruption of income. “Military families do an amazing service for this country,” says American Bankers Association (ABA) President and CEO Frank Keating. “The nature of their jobs is inherently stressful… Read More
I am thankful today, and every day.
It’s Thanksgiving Day and I am thankful today. There are troops spending this Thanksgiving Day away from their families, not for their own benefit but for me, and for you. There are Veterans, Military Patrols, and Police Officers protecting our borders today and every day, not for their own gain but for me, and for… Read More
VIDEO – Buying a Brand New Home may not cost as much as you think.
This video makes some very good points. The extra expense of your initial purchase of a New Construction home, can easily be off-set by the savings in energy and repair or remodel costs. Great strides have been made in energy efficiency in the areas of insulation, utilities and even appliances. After you watch the video… Read More
Whether traveling or staying at home, be safe this Thanksgiving.
It goes without saying that traveling over the holidays is a challenge, but staying at home for Thanksgiving can present its own safety hazards. Read on for some tips on safely preparing your Thanksgiving Dinner. One of the most memorable moments at any holiday dinner is when the turkey is brought to the table. Make… Read More
Today’s Thank You Thursday is in Honor of Navajo Code Talker Dan Akee
Our Thank You Thursday today is in honor of Dan Akee, a WWII Veteran and a member of the Navajo Code Talkers. Thank you for your service Mr. Akee. You are appreciated more than you could ever know! I recently read an article in the Navajo-Hopi Observer. At first it made me a little sad…. Read More
News Corp Announces: Real Estate Market Returning to Health
Good news for realtor.com is good news for the Real Estate Market. The health of entities like realtor.com, homes.com and Zillow speaks to the home-buying public’s faith in the Real Estate market, by starting their research online and transitioning to a Realtor when they’re ready begin the process. News Corp Chief Executive Robert Thomson noted… Read More