homes in arizona: Option Adjustable Rate Mortgages Bring New Arizona Foreclosures - 09/18/09 08:52 PM
Arizona is expecting to see a new round of foreclosures due to the option adjustable rate mortgages that are beginning to reset. In Arizona, the attorney general is estimating that 128,000 of those mortgages will reset over the next year.
The loan’s interest rate also may have been fixed at a low level for the first few years with a “teaser rate”, but then reset to a higher level. New monthly payments can be five or 10 times what the homeowner/borrower has accustomed to paying. The average family can’t begin to pay these new payments – even if they have good … (5 comments)

homes in arizona: The Breadfruit- Jamacian Restaurant in Phoenix Arizona - 10/09/08 02:24 PM
Looking for a taste of the island but you are living in the desert? Then go over to the downtown Phoenix Arizona restaurant called The Breadfruit. The downtown neighborhood is not posh, but don't let that put you off. This is a fun and flavorful establishment. Open for lunch and dinner to serve Jamaican type meals with fish, rice, beans, plantains, sweet potatoes, coconut and more. When looking for something different, drive downtown and give it a try. Visit their website or call 602-267-1266 for more info and details about hours.
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homes in arizona: Plaza Grill - New Mexican Restaurant Opens in Paradise Valley Arizona - 10/09/08 01:42 PM
The Plaza Gril is a new Mexican restaurant that has opened in Paradise Valley Arizona. But it is not your regular chips and salsa type Mexican restaurant. While they do offer chips and salsa, the cuisine is of a style that includes fresh tomatoes, olive oil, peppers with recipes more in the style of Mexico City and the Yucatan region.
Don't let the location in a non-descript shopping mall put you off as inside are fresh cloth table clothes and fresh flowers. Open Monday through Saturdays for lunch and dinner. Reservations are recommended. Call 602-374-2483 for more information.
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homes in arizona: Spotted Donkey in Scottsdale Arizona - 07/04/08 06:17 PM
The Spotted Donkey in Scottsdale is an iinteresting "animal" to check out. This Spotted Donkey is a Cantina on Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale that serves non-traditional Mexican food. With iinteresting menu items such as Tempura Mexican White Shrimp with cilantro lime and spicy chili sauce, or unusual desert items such as Fried Banana Wraps with Mexican Chocolate Sauce with Whipped Cream there are tastes to explore. Open for lunch and dinner. Visit their website to learn more about this intriguing restaurant.
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homes in arizona: Phoenix Arizona Farmer's Markets - 05/11/08 06:32 AM
Interested in Phoenix Arizona area Farmers Markets? Here is a list to help you locate them.
Biltmore Fashion Park Market 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix 602-955-8400 www.shopbiltmore.com
Carefree Farmers Market Carefree Amphitheater Carefree Drive off Tom Darlington, Carefree 623-848-1234
DC Ranch Farmers Market Thompson Peak & Pima, Scottsdale 480-538-3344
Downtown Scottsdale Stetson & Fifth Avenue, Scottsdale 623-848-1234
Farm at South Mountain 6106 South 32nd Street, Phoenix 602-276-2667
Harmon Park Farmers Market Fourth Avenue & Yavapai, Phoenix 602-253-6895
Heritage Square Farmers Market 7th Street & Monroe, Phoenix 623-848-1234
Market at Murphy Park 7146 N. 57th Avenue, Glendale 623-582-8811
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homes in arizona: Fusion - Comtemporary Food in Scottsdale Arizona - 05/11/08 05:38 AM
Fusion is both a cozy mom-and-pop establishment while at the same time it is hip and contemporary. There are some "edgy"menu items such as tempura-battered bell peppers with roasted jalapeno mayo while at the same time very traditional dishes such as macaroni and cheese. Located at 4441 N Buckboard Trail in Scottsdale Arizona. Their happy hour finds many of their menu items at substantial discount, as well as beverages. Call them at 480-423-9043 for more details.
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homes in arizona: Mosaic in Scottsdale Arizona - 05/11/08 04:48 AM
If you are in the Scottsdale area and looking for a restaurant that is elegant and offers unusual tasty dishes then you will want to check out Mosaic located at 10600 E Jomax Road in Scottsdale Arizona. The dishes are elegant and healthy at the same time. Some menu items are decidedly different -"bacon wrapped kangaroo loin with cardamom vanilla risotto with root-beer-huckleberry demi glace" --- not something you see on many menus. Call them at 480-563-9600 for more information.
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homes in arizona: Urban Tearoom in the Desert - Mandala Tearoom - Scottsdale Arizona - 05/11/08 04:24 AM
You do not need to be a health fanatic to appreciate this urban tea room oasis. Madela Tearoom offers soothing surroundings, organic foods, interesting teas, and elixirs to help boost health. plus more to be found. Food is vegan. There is also an apothecary on the premises. Their website explains about a number of the teas that they carry. Definitely a soothing experience in the desert. Located in Scottsdale at 7027 E Fifth. Call 480-423-3411 for more details and hours.
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homes in arizona: Japanese Dining in Scottsdale Arizona - Roka Akor - 05/10/08 07:20 PM
If you are wanting something different and in the vicinity of Scottsdale Arizona you may want to check out Roka Akor. Roka Akor is an intriguing restaurant with a charcoal fire robata grill. Robatayaki is a grilling technique devised by Japanese fishermen. The menu is contemporary and service is on handmade dinner ware small plates. Located at 7299 N Scottsdale Road. Check out their website for more menu details.
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homes in arizona: 25 cent Cup of Coffee in Scottsdale Arizona - Chloe's Corner - 05/10/08 05:16 AM
When did you last find a cup of coffee for 25 cents? Been awhile? If you are in Scottsdale Arizona check out Chloe's Corner located at 15215 N Kierland in the Kieland Commons in Scottsdale Arizona. Here you will locate a 25 cent cup of coffee and a one stop experience that offers part retail store and part diner. There are homemade cookies and milkshakes in addition to sandwiches and more. They serve breakfast, lunch and early dinner. Call 480-998-0202 for more details.
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homes in arizona: Dress Up Restaurant in Phoenix Arizona - Kincaids - 05/10/08 04:54 AM
Looking for a place to dress up and go for a special occasion in the Phoenix area? Check out Kincaids in Phoenix located at 2 S Third street. This is considered one of the cities best dress up options in Phoenix. There are steaks and seafood options tochoose from. Don't miss the grilled chipotle tiger prawns with barbecue hollindaise. They do lunch and dinner. Call 602-3340-0000 for more information.
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homes in arizona: Radio Milano - Italian restaurant - Phoenix Arizona - 05/10/08 04:21 AM
We are not sure why this place has the name of "radio", but if you are looking for an interesting Italian restauant in the Phoenix Arizona area you may want to check this out. Located at 3950 E Campbell, this establishment is housed in a mid-century, yet modern neighborhood. It is said to be "Italian inspired" but not Italian in the traditional sense. Some things to look for include Roman artichoke, celery casear, or olive oil cake. Call 602-956-6600 for more information and times.
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homes in arizona: Thai Food in Phoenix - Wild Thaiger - 05/09/08 05:32 PM
Live in the Phoenix area and love Thai food? Then you will want to check out Wild Thaiger. This unique restaurant offers fresh and simple Thai dishes that are both mainstream, but adds a few interesting and special touches. For example they offer beef fillet with papaya salad or fresh mango with sticky rice. Located at 2631 N Central. Visit their website or call 602-241-8995 for more information.
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homes in arizona: A Chocolate Affair in Arizona - 05/09/08 04:28 PM
Mark your calendars for May 4th -25th if you love chocolate and live in the Phoenix Arizona area. You will want to visit  The Chocolate Affair in Arizona's AJ Fine Food stores. In stores all across the valley they will be focusing on both traditional and untraditonal ways to use chocolate -- cooking, grilling, baking, drinking and more. Everything you ever wanted to do with chocolate is likely represented during this event. If your mom loves chocolate, this might be something to take mom to visit on Mother's Day since Morther's Day happens during this event.
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homes in arizona: Western Style Furniture in Phoenix Arizona - 05/09/08 04:17 PM
If you live in the Phoenix Arizona area and are looking for someplace unique to buy western-style furniture you may want to visit a unique retail establishment located in Cave Creek called Valerie's Furniture and Accents. Around since 1989, this store has some of the most interesting western furniture around.
In tracing the roots of today’s western-style furniture, we can go back to the arrival of the Spanish in New Mexico in the 1600’s. Most of the furniture from that period was dark and heavy, frequently carved with rectangular patterns. Along came Mexican Indians, who added even more ornate religion-inspired carvings, … (0 comments)

homes in arizona: Antique Show in Phoenix Arizona- May 17-18, 2008 - 04/27/08 07:00 PM
If antiques are your passion and you are anywhere near Phoenix May 17-18, 2008 check out the Arizona Antique Show to be held at the Arizona State Fairgrounds. The fairgrounds are located at 826 W McDowell Road in Phoenix Arizona. This event should bring loads of antiques to the area with everything from glassware, pottery, toys,  coins, jewelry, furniture, and advertising and military memorabila. There will be something for everyone. Call 602-717-7337 or visit the website for the event to learn more.
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homes in arizona: Peach Season Comes to Arizona - May 2, 2008 - 04/27/08 06:29 PM
Peach season is coming to Arizona! May 2, 2008 begins peach season at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek Arizona. There are peach pancake breakfasts, sampling pavilions, demonstrations by chefs and plenty of peaches for picking. Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30am to 5pm until May 31st. They have been growing peaches for about 40 years and all the peaches at the farm are organic. The farm is closed during the week to allow fruit to ripen for the following weekend. This is an event in Arizona that is waited for fondly every year.  Want more details call 480-987-3100.
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homes in arizona: Italian Grocery in Scottsdale Arizona - 04/27/08 03:57 PM
Neither Scottsdale, nor Phoenix may have a Little Italy, but they do have Andreoli's Italian Grocer. Located at 8880 E Via Linda in Scottsdale Arizona, this comfy Italian market is furnished with antiques. Italian food is made from scratch. The owner makes Italian food like "Italians would want to eat". In addition to having groceries you can take home, you can also sit and enjoy lunch or dinner on the premises. Check out their website or call 480-614-1980 for more information and to check out the menu and hours.
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homes in arizona: Fried Bologna Sandwiches at The Roosevelt in Phoenix Arizona - 04/27/08 03:39 PM
Fried bologna- yes, fried bologna, and also gourmet deviled eggs, amazing dips and chips, plus "campfire beans and weenies" and more (yes more of the menu is more traditional than fried bologna!!) are to be found at a unique restored vintage 1900's small, square, brick bungalow. The Roosevelt is located in the old historical section of Phoenix. You can wander room to room, some with couches, some small tables and all unique. There is rich polished wood and a "keg room". In all this is a unique place to stop and sit a spell. Located at 816 Third in Phoenix Arizona. … (0 comments)

homes in arizona: Sea Saw in Scottsdale Arizona - 04/27/08 01:12 PM
Love sushi? Love Japanese food? Then check out Sea Saw in Scottsdale Arizona located at 7133 E Stetson Drive in Scottsdale, Arizona. This is not your traditional Japanese restaurant, IE, no rolls, sushi, rice, hibachi, teppanyaki, sukiyaki, etc. Dishes are presented one by one and the style is conducive to everyone sharing everything. There are some vegetarian items but no vegan items (yet) on the menu. Also there are unique Asian inspired deserts- so save room. Visit their website online or call 480-481-9463.
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Bob & Carolin Benjamin, East Phoenix Arizona Homes (Benjamin Realty LLC)

Bob & Carolin Benjamin

East Phoenix Arizona Homes

Gold Canyon, AZ

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