Exciting news for all Salt River Project (SRP) customers – your bill in July and August will be 3.7% lower. The decision was unanimously voted in during a June 23rd meeting of the board of directors. The board agreed to cut residential energy costs to consumers by 3.7% for the July and August cycles. This is expected to save Arizona …
In Arizona, July can seem to drag on-and-on-and-on. The kids have been out of school for over a month and it’s an inferno out there. It’s scary to think that although summer only “officially” began June 20th, we hit a record-breaking high of 119 that very day. Yikes. Us Arizonians know that our summer has been here for a few …
Two Valley Cities Determined Most Affordable in Arizona – Based on Recent Study When considering the most affordable places to live in Arizona, cities within the Phoenix Metropolitan Area might not be the first to come to mind. You might be surprised to learn that based on a recent publication summarizing a study of home affordability in Phoenix Business …
Which Cushions are Best in the Sun? In a recent blog post, we discussed the pros and cons of various patio furniture materials in regards to withstanding our extreme Arizona weather. While the furniture base is extremely important, the cushions and pillows we place on top of them take an even greater beating from our Arizona weather. When cushions rip …
What are the best and worst materials to look for when choosing outdoor furniture in Arizona? We’ve researched the most popular materials used in creating outdoor furniture and shared the pros and cons as they relate to Arizona weather specifically. Choosing the right materials, which are made to resist fading and sun damage can help to keep your backyard looking …
Temperatures have been soaring for weeks, the kids are out of school, and the bikinis are coming out. While most Arizonians are relatively sun-savvy and wear sunscreen regularly, you might not know that not all sunscreen brands or types are equally effective, even if they show the same SPF level. Some sunscreens even contain harmful additives and chemicals. We’ve compiled …
Father’s Day is just around the corner and there’s only so many times you can expect your dear husband or dad to fake a smile while he pulls out yet another tie or set of golf tees. While many men appreciate a good tool set, enough is enough already! Why not give your husband or father a gift he will …
Although the summer brings many reasons to celebrate with friends and family, the thought of a “Patio Party” in the Arizona summer might make you want to run for the hills. Don’t worry, because it is possible to throw a fantastic outdoor summer bash with a few easy-to-implement tips and tricks. Stay cool this summer while entertaining friends and family …
The Who, What, and Where of Current Real Estate Market Trends Good news for the Arizona real estate market. Recent trends suggest the dramatic crash that is all too familiar for many Phoenicians seems to be behind us. Although Tom Ruff, top Arizona Housing Analyst for Information Market (owned by Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service, or ARMLS) called 2015 only …
Cheap & Easy Life Hacks to Beat-the-Heat – In Your Own Backyard! As April comes to an end and we enter those infamous months where the temperatures continue to rise and the end of the school year is nigh, it’s time to start thinking about summer. You don’t have to go far from home to implement unique, cheap and easy …