Summer vacation was fun, but it's time to get the kids back to school! Here are some tips for a fun first day back to school and tips for a successful school year. 1st Day of School Traditions Hold a first day photo shoot. Keep the...
Did you know that from April through October, rattlesnakes can be found anywhere from hiking trails to city streets? There are 13 different types of rattlesnakes slithering throughout Arizona, so it’s important for everyone to know what to do when crossing paths with a snake....
The 4th of July celebration start early this year. Wear your red, white & blue and head out to one of these Valley favorites to celebrate the 4th of July on July 3rd and July 4th! JULY 3rd: Anthem's Independance Day Celebration Celebrate at Anthem's Independence Day Celebration...
With daytime temperatures over 100 degrees for most of the summer, we’re all looking for fun places to cool off! I've been living in the Valley of the Sun for almost 25 years and everyone I know is always looking for something cool to do...
When it comes to making a decision between buying a newly constructed home and buying a pre-owned house, the first thought that is likely to strike the mind of the prospective buyer is location and price. While price may be a factor in any business transaction,...
[caption id="attachment_13568" align="alignright" width="300"] www.Realtor.com[/caption] As you may have heard, Realtor.com recently ranked Scottsdale as the #1 profitable city for an Airbnb! Why are Airbnb rentals so popular in Scottsdale? The City of Scottsdale has long been a popular location for families and American corporate elites...
Even though summer may not officially begin until June 21st, Memorial Day weekend traditionally signifies the start of that season. Memorial Day has become a day for picnics, pool parties and the start of summer vacations, but it's important to remember the holiday has somber roots. Memorial Day...
Since Arizona is primarily composed of desert land, with very little rainfall, you may have considered installing artificial grass instead of real grass in your front or backyard. One of the biggest reasons to install artificial turf is the lack of maintenance. Gone will be the...
I'm so excited to share that I have achieved the Best of Zillow status! It's the highest mark of distinction they award. The Best of Zillow badge is awarded to realtors who are among the top 10% of all Zillow Premier Agents. These ratings come...
Arizona is home to many building architectural styles which are influenced by the various cultures that populated Arizona many years ago. Phoenix has some noteworthy popular building styles: from Native Indian inspired adobes, Mediterranean style to modern mid-centtury homes that are currently growing in popularity. Following...