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 …
GOLF BALL PROTECTION FOR WINDOWS AND HOMES We love golf as much as you do! Well maintained greens, neighbors with common interests, and safe neighborhoods are all great reasons to live on a golf course. There’s just the pesky stray balls to worry about. Are you tired of errant golf balls damaging your windows as much as we are? And …
You have a beautiful Phoenix house to call your own and you can’t wait to personalize everything just the way you want it. So where should you begin? Some people focus on the kitchen, some on the master bedroom, but we suggest the backyard. Think about it for a minute. Where will you send your children when running, playing and …
How is the Arizona summertime weather treating you? Yes, that’s what we thought. The sunshade that was installed on your back patio makes a world of difference in temperature out here, so that’s a plus. What now? You’ve got the patio space, the sunshade and two ragged chairs. That doesn’t exactly scream “Welcome to our backyard!” now does it. Here …
Now that you have a beautiful sunshade to protect you from the harsh Arizona sun, you might be wondering “What’s next?” You’ve come to the right place. There are a variety of DIY and affordable, pre-made additions that can be easily added to make your backyard the envy of the neighborhood. Some hardy plants and a designated sitting area would …
We all love to take vacations and get away from the daily grind but when it comes down to it, there’s truly no place like home! It makes sense, then, that we would want to do everything we can to improve the living space in and out of our home. In the heat of Arizona, that means adding a patio …
You can hardly watch the news or read a newspaper without hearing something about the “energy crisis”. With so many opinions and proposals that have made headlines it’s hard to decipher what is real and what has been created for political or personal gain. Here, we’ll stick to the facts. When did all of this start? What could happen if …
Why do people want to live in the “sun belt”? Is it the over 300 days a year of sunshine? Maybe it’s the warmth or they like to be tan. Maybe they have medical reasons. Whatever your reason to live in Arizona may be, we’re happy you’re here. Protect Your Investment Buying a house is usually the largest investment an …
