How is it possible that I was unaware of this?? I suppose in fairness to myself, this is only their second year… but I KNOW NOW!! Their website italianassociation.org, mentions a Pizza Cook-off. Life doesn’t get any better than that 🙂 ~Bill ——————————— Italian Festival of Arizona You might feel like you’re in Venice if… Read More
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A new and brilliant source for Veterans
A brand new resource is emerging for Veterans to voice their concerns over the VA Health Care crisis. This is not a place of negativity but a vehicle for hope. The website is called The Wait We Carry, found here at http://thewaitwecarry.org/ I visited the site this morning, only 2 days after its initial launch,… Read More
Maricopa County Parks, preserving wilderness in the center of suburbia
New Maricopa County Park in the works Buckeye, Arizona – We regularly hike the well maintained trails of Maricopa’s regional park system. A yearly pass at a very reasonable rate allows access to all county owned areas, and for the most part these parks are beautiful, nicely taken care of with plenty of parking and… Read More
Should you get a mortgage when you’re retired?
This is something that is normally not even on the average retiree’s radar… a new mortgage after you retire, how could that be good? I really enjoyed this eye-opening segment from Ric Edleman’s radio show, and it’s entirely possible I’ve bought it hook, line and sinker. A transcript of one caller’s conversation with Ric is… Read More
If there’s any flexibility in your home buying plans, now is the time!
It seems like whenever or wherever I’m driving, Dave Ramsey is on. His show causes lively debate in my car… even when I’m driving alone 🙂 I also read his blog and I found the one below especially interesting. Most people have a set schedule for when they want or need to buy a home,… Read More
Luxury on the lake!!
While the Northeast is just beginning the process of thawing out, the vacation home market everywhere else is heating up! A fellow Realtor, Susan Bradley of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, in the quaint and beautiful (and my former stomping grounds) Lakes Region of New Hampshire, has listed this ‘charming little cottage’ on the state’s largest… Read More
President Obama’s Trip to Phoenix: Visiting Veterans in Arizona
On Friday, March 13, the President took some time to chat with Veterans and several administrators of VA organizations at the VA Hospital in Phoenix. He also visited with wounded Veteran, Sergeant First Class Cory Remsburg and attend the presentation of Cory’s new home. I was present at the gathering during President Obama’s last visit… Read More
What will you do with all this space? 4 Br Home for sale in Gilbert, Arizona
At just shy of 3,000 square feet, this beautiful home offers plenty of room to grow! Master suite with office alcove, outside balcony and huge bath. Spacious kitchen has breakfast nook and work station. Second level laundry is handy to 4 Bedrooms and 2 full Baths. Gallery and Property Description Request additional information or showing
Do you ever really know your neighbors?
We’ve lived in Arizona for more than a decade now. We’re very fond of our neighbors to the west. California is a beautiful state with amazing scenery, diverse entertainment and recreation options; great beaches, endless restaurant choices, fantastic walking trails. As a matter of fact San Diego is our chronic go-to for a spontaneous, weekend… Read More
New Listing in Layton Lakes, Gilbert Arizona
What a fantastic home in the lovely Layton Lakes community! With a family-sized floor plan and a pool-sized back yard, this one is certain to be in fast demand. 3,000 square feet Big Island Kitchen Open and Spacious Vaulted Ceilings Huge Rooms Four Bedrooms, 3 Baths Three-car Garage Built in 2009 I’ll have more details… Read More