arizona is a great place to live: Scottsdale ranked #8 of Top 50 CIties! - 07/15/10 05:52 PM
Thanks to Parenting Magazine for recently ranking Scottsdale, Arizona as number 8 of the top 50 “ Cities for Families 2010”! We have lived here since 1981 and raised our two children here. I agree with the Parenting Magazine assessment and even think we could rank higher! Our kids thrived in both the Scottsdale public and private school systems. They have now graduated from college and are married. Scottsdale is a great place to raise happy healthy kids.
To compile the information for the city ranking, the Parenting Magazine surveyed women who were members of the magazine's MomConnection research panel, a … (1 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Have you been to Fountain Hills AZ Lately? - 07/12/10 11:01 PM
Fountain Hills, Arizona is located approximately 30 miles northeast of Phoenix. It is a unique master planned community situated on 12,600 acres of rolling foothills terrain, surrounded by magnificent panoramic mountain views. The community was developed to to blend in with the natural splendor of the high Sonoran Desert. The town grew up around the world-famous fountain located on in a 30-acre park right in town.
So, How Fair is FOUNTAIN HILLS???State Route 87 often referred to as the "Beeline Highway" (SR 87) is a state highway that connects the east valley cities of Fountain Hills, Chandler and Mesa, with Payson … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Scottsdale Flexible & Affordable Adult Education Options - 07/11/10 03:36 PM
Are you Aware? Are you ever too old to improve your skills?
The Scottsdale Community College - Business Institute offers new on-line and one-campus classes starting EVERY week!
Short term classes and low tuition - only $71 per credit!
The college offers effective and flexible accelerated Adult Learning. The Business Institute offers Accelerated Credit Programs as well as Non-credit programs & workshops. The accelerated, accredited classes are available from two to eight weeks in duration. The non-credit workshops can take just a few hours to prepare you for career training.
Most of the classes are available either on-line or on-campus at … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art - Summer Family Night - 07/02/10 02:01 PM
The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art is hosting the Annual "I Spy Artwork" Summer Family Fun Night on Thursday July 22nd. The event will be from 5:15 to 7:30 pm and tickets for a family of 4 are $20.00. Additional tickets are $4.00 each. If you live in the valley of the Sun and plan to be here or if you are actually visiting the are in the 'warmth' of our Arizona summer, this will be a fun celebration for the family. You must preregister by July 15th to attend. RSVP to 480.874.4641
The event includes the Game of Goose, and "spyhopping," … (1 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Are there Short Sales in Fountain Hills, AZ? - 07/02/10 01:22 PM
The Short Sale opportunity is here to stay for the foreseeable future. As qualified sellers and banks are jumping on board to sell these homes before they go into foreclosure, the 'system' for this type of sale is being perfected. Overall these can be complicated sales, but for those buyers willing to take the plunge, you can purchase a wonderful property at a great price! And, for qualified sellers, the Short Sale is typically a better option than the foreclosure for eventually purchasing in the future. There is are benefits for lenders as well. The Short Sale is a much less … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: May 2010 greater Phoneinx Metro area Real Estate Sales - 06/25/10 06:43 PM
Home prices in the greater Phoenix metro area continue to be influenced by foreclosure-related activity. However, the foreclosure share of the recorded in May 2010 has decreased from 40% to the 33% recorded in March 2010.We are heading in the right direction.
Again, foreclosure activity varies across the valley (40% in El Mirage while only 22% in Tempe). Median foreclosure sales prices widely vary across the valley as well. Even in a single city the median prices can differ. For instance, in North Scottsdale the median price of a foreclosed property was $446,000 while in South Scottsdale the median price was … (1 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Fountain Hills, Arizona Parks and Rec summer offerings - 06/23/10 08:19 PM
Fountain Hills Parks and Recreation provides a variety of programs for people of all ages and ability levels. Another words, there is something for everyone!
For Toddlers: try SoccerTots is offered at Four Peaks Park. Arizona is a nationally recognized soccer program.
For Youth: For a fun filled day of art, register for the Fine Art's Workshops. Want to play like Tiger some day, how about taking Jr Golf Lessons. There are clinics for children and teens designed to teach basic golfing techniques. Classes are held on the driving range and practice green at the SunRidge Canyon Golf Club.
For Teens: … (1 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: So what is Renovation Lending? - 06/23/10 07:18 PM
Renovation Lending is a option for purchasing a property sold 'as is'. This type of loan will include the purchase price and repair money. Wow, the buyer can purchase the house and have the cash to pay for professional contractors to fix it up after closing! No need for ‘out of pocket money’ or a second loan to make the repairs to the property. The borrower can get just one mortgage loan, at a long-term fixed (or adjustable) rate, to finance both the acquisition and the rehabilitation of the property.
In today's market place with so many vacant lender owned properties … (1 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Vultures are alive and well in Scottsdale - 06/21/10 09:58 PM
The excessive rain this winter brought more vegetation which in turn allowed for a larger than normal wild rabbit population to survive here in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. We have lived on our acre ranch style home here in Scottsdale since 1986. We typically have a wild rabbit population devouring our landscaping like a smorgasbord.
Due to the excess rabbit population this season, they roam the yards and are seen more frequently than they normally would be. This provides great entertainment for our dog who endlessly chases after them to keep our back yard 'bunny free'. They are much faster than … (3 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Scottsdale Water Supply - 06/15/10 07:09 PM
The City of Scottsdale, Arizona has published the latest Water Quality Report for 2010. It is a great resource regarding our water supply and treatment. Did you know that Scottsdale provides for over 87,000 water service connections to homes and businesses? And, in 2009, the city of Scottsdale delivered over 25 billion gallons of water to it's customers.
It is reassuring to know that Scottsdale is dedicated to ensuring that all of the EPA and AZ Dept of Environmental Quality standards are met to produce a reliable supply of drinking water. The Scottsdale water supply comes from both surface water and … (1 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Check out some of the Fountain Hills Public Artwork - 05/17/10 02:13 PM
Fountain Hills offers a variety of sculptures and artwork in many public places. From the cannon located in Veterans Memorial Park to the First Love sculpture located in the Fountain Park Rotary there is a diversity in styles and contributions. Teddy Roosevelt the Conservationist by Dan Snarr is located at the Fountain Park.
Splish and Splash by James Haire, is located in the Avenue of the Fountains. A refreshing break on a hot summer day!
Another unique town fountain along the Avenue of the Fountains.
Come explore the town to find a myriad of additional exceptional public artwork strategically located throughout … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: New Lease Property in NE Phoenix - 05/08/10 03:44 PM
Wow, this is a great home in NE Phoenix close to parks, schools and convenient for freeway travel.
This tow level 3 bedroom (all upstairs). 2.5 bath home is clean and in excellent condition. The first floor is all tile while upstairs if new carpet. All new appliances. Washer, dryer and refrigerator included. Eat in kitchen and breakfast bar. Open bright layout. Neutral colors. Storage cabinets in the garage.
Nice size private backyard - easy maintenance, mature landscaping, large covered patio and built in BBQ. Would be great for entertaining.
Lease for only $1250 per month. Minimum 12 month lease. Sorry … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Renting vs. Owning the "American Dream" - 04/15/10 03:19 PM
Purchasing a home is one of the most expensive investments most of us will ever make during our lifetime. Buying or renting a home each have advantages and disadvantages. If you opt to purchase, you have a tax write off and appreciation over time. If you decide to lease a property, you are not financially responsible for improvements and have the freedom to move on when the lease expires. Most calculations prove the owning is more cost effective than renting. That does not mean everyone should purchase. The major reasons for not buying include not having a good enough credit score … (2 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Fountain Hills, Arizona Facts - 04/08/10 09:29 PM
Fountain Hills lies nestled in a valley surrounded by majestic mountains. One can live in the community that ‘feels' secluded and less hectic while being close to the greater Phoenix metro area with all the conveniences of a large city.
Fountain Hills Facts:
Dec. 2009 cost of living index in Fountain Hills: 100.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)
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arizona is a great place to live: A Spring Hike in the McDowell Mountain Sonoran Preserve - 03/25/10 04:10 PM
With relatives in town happy to be out of the Oregon rain, we opted to take a hike at the local Lost Dog Wash trail in the McDowell Mountain Preserve. Only about 5 miles from our home in Scottsdale, this trail is a great take to take guests. It is a relatively easy trail with a gradual elevation that provides beautiful views of the city and the mountains. We discussed how amazing it was to be able to go so close to home and yet to feel like you were out in the wilderness.
With the more than normal amount of … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Explore Fountain Hills Outdoor Activities - 03/19/10 02:02 PM
Surrounded by majestic mountains draped with unique vegetation, the panoramic views can be breathtaking. Look in any direction, the panoramic scene offers a unique venue for a range of outdoor activities.
Golfing - Check out these world-class public courses
Hiking - McDowell Sonoran Preserve McDowell Mountain Regional Park Four Peaks Wilderness Mazatzal Mountains
Biking - Fountain Hills Bike Tours
Bird Watching - from the Fountain Lake Park to the McDowell Mountain Preserve there is a variety of diverse habitats for unique Arizona Birds
Boating - the scenic Saguaro Lakeis a short 15 mile drive from Fountain Hills. Here you can … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: New Listing in Villages North - Scottsdale, AZ - 03/18/10 07:04 PM
Don't miss this desirable Villages North upscale gated Scottsdale community. This spacious second floor unit is 2 bedrooms plus a den. Large great room with a dining area. Open and bright former model. Neutral colors, corian counters and ceramic tile in all the right places. All appliances included. Large and small covered balconies- both facing lush greenbelt and pool.
This gated community amenities include heated pool & spa and lighted tennis. Two pets, limited to 15 lbs. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, golf and freeway.
Large covered Balcony view - exits from master bedroom or living room to balcony
Corian counters, tile flooring, all … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: The Luck of the Irish arrives early in Fountain Hills - 03/13/10 10:10 PM
The Fountain is GREEN!OK, not going-green to save the environment but the color green.
Fountian Hills, Arizona hosts an ealry Saint Patrick's Day celebration. Good food, fun booths, entertainment and the famous fountain proudly supports the special day by going green!
The majectic Fountain added a lucky rainbow to celebrate the Luck of the Irish. It was definitely worth the short trip from Scottsdale to Fountain Hills to see the beautiful shades of green picturesquely displayed by the fountain. From a pastel green to a emerald green to a dark green all of the hues were alluring. The live Irish band played … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: What Happened to our "Chamber of Commerce" weather? - 03/08/10 12:23 PM
Here in the 'Valley of the Sun" where the winter brings mild temperatures and a multitude of outdoor events, we do not normally have much rain to spoil the fun! However, thus far in 2010 we have had a reported 4+ inches of rain at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. You may say that that is not much inclement weather. Gosh, we don't have snow or freezing temps. But, that 4+ inches is more than double our average year to date 1.82 inches! In fact, we don't generally have 4 inches of rain until late July when we hit our monsoon season! … (0 comments)
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arizona is a great place to live: Getting Settled in Fountain Hills - 03/08/10 11:39 AM
Moving to Fountain Hills can be exciting and easy. Whether you plan to become a part-time resident or make Fountain Hills your year round home, there are a variety of helpful resources available to help make your move smooth and worry free. The Fountain Hills Community Guide will provided a wealth of information to assist you in getting settled.
The town of Fountain Hills is located in Maricopa County. The zip code for homes and businesses is 85268 and 85269 for Post Office boxes. The telephone area code is 480 which is shared with most of the 'east valley' portion of the greater … (0 comments)
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