Staging your home for sale isn’t always what you might imagine. Home Sellers are often under the impression that staging means moving all their belongings out and replacing them with vanilla furniture meant only for display. In fact, this is rarely the case. Staging an empty property may indeed involve a house full of rented… Read More
Homes for Sale in Gilbert AZ
Best Places to Raise a Family? Gilbert Makes the Grade!
Gilbert, Arizona sits near the top of the list of ‘Best Places to Raise a Family‘. Using data compiled by WalletHub and released just this month, Gilbert scored #13 in the U.S. out of 182 similar sized cities and towns. The criteria are signifiant; Health and Safety, Affordability, Socio-Economics, Family Fun- which includes weather, walkability,… 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
Which Black Friday Deals are a Hit… or a Miss?
RetailMeNot is a major go-to for online discounts, in-store coupons and even snippets of shopping advice. It’s the ultimate ‘deal browsing from home’ website and I’ve depended on it and another shopping staple, DealNews, for years. With Black Friday upon us and the deluge of now-or-never deals being thrown around, RetailMeNot has some sage advice… Read More
Hawaiian Oceanfront View For Sale… Includes a Spectacular Home!
We’ve featured several Hawaiian properties here recently… I suppose we just can’t resist the stunning views. In case a spectacular home on the Big Island hadn’t already secured a spot on your wish list, this one will certainly seal the deal. This one is quintessential Hawaii with the ubiquitous lanai, sliding walls of glass, gated… Read More
Earthquake Preparedness – Good Advice Wherever You Live
Earthquake Preparedness – Good Advice Wherever You Live Earthquakes are rarely predictable and not unheard of anywhere in the country. I’ve felt two in the past few years here in Arizona. The USGS, United States Geological Survey estimates that 16 states; Alaska, Arkansas, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee,… Read More
What is a want, and what is a need? Tips for Home Buyers.
from Home Buyer Tips on yourvalleyproperty.com As with anything that requires a process, it’s a good idea to start by thoughtfully determining your wants and needs, and be sure you know the difference between the two. By analyzing your “must haves” you will be able to get a clear picture of exactly what your new… Read More
14 Freebies and Deals for Teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week!
FREE Access to Sea World Florida 15% off at Aerosoles 15% Discount at J.Crew Ann Taylor is offering 15% off Free Breakfast at McDonalds and Free McCafe with any purchase Chick-Fil-A – Various items at various times. Check your local store. Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – Any regular size beverage only $2 Rocky Mountain… Read More