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scottsdale real estate: Memorial Day Military Tribute - 05/26/12 12:14 PM
Memorial Day Military Tribute
We are FREE TODAY because GREAT Americans before us were willing to 'Die Young'.-"Everything that is really great and inspiring is created by the individual who can labor in freedom." -Albert Einstein. The photos in this video were given to us by the Military Veterans/Members of http://www.VetFriends.com.
Enjoy the video and music of the Band Perry called If I Die Young. 

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scottsdale real estate: Fun Summer Get Aways in Scottsdale Arizona - 05/24/12 06:31 AM
Fun Summer Get Aways in Scottsdale Arizona
Welcome the warm summer days with a splash at Scottsdale various water activities that will surely be the highlight of the whole trip. Relish in the warm Scottsdale sunny weather, not that it’s uncommon for the city to have warm sunny days year round. Dive into these awesome water activities available around Scottsdale. Whether you're looking for a cool relaxing get away, or a pleasant weekend for the family to bond, or for the adventure-seeking junkie, there is definitely one or more activities waiting for you in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Unwind and relax
Scottsdale is … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Ranked in America’s Top 10 Workplaces - 05/18/12 03:58 PM
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Ranked in America’s Top 10 Workplaces
AUSTIN, TEXAS (May 16, 2012) - Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced today it has been recognized as one of America’s Top 10 Workplaces, according to the first annual National Top Workplaces list compiled by Workplace Dynamics.
“Our culture is our strongest asset and the reason that so many people want to be with us," Mary Tennant, COO of Keller Williams Realty shares. “Imagine what it would be like to work in a culture every day with people that you feel love, kindness, caring and humor with. Imagine working in an environment … (2 comments)

scottsdale real estate: A Look into the Architectural Styles of Arizona Real Estate - 05/17/12 05:01 PM
A Look into the Architectural Styles of Arizona Real Estate
Sometimes, finding the right home for the family may not be as easy as many would deem it to be. There are many factors to consider before buying a home: What is the condition of the home – Is it in tip-top shape or are there too many repairs to be done? How is the family responding to the overall appeal to the home? Does the architectural style of the home fit your taste and lifestyle?
Here are some of the popular architectural styles of homes that comprises Scottsdale real estate, … (1 comments)

scottsdale real estate: A Mother's Day Treat at Scottsdale AZ - 05/10/12 02:45 PM
A Mother's Day Treat at Scottsdale AZ
This Mother's Day, surprise the most loved woman in your life with a new and exciting treat. Living in Scottsdale makes giving a treat easy because extravagant amenities and perks at reasonable prices abound. Other than the typical chocolates and flowers, why not surprise her with a relaxing spa day, a weekend getaway, a superb dining experience with the family or perhaps a whole day treat of shopping – all this in Scottsdale, Arizona.
With the numerous spas in and around Scottsdale AZ, one need not fret at fully booked or over crowded spas. … (8 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Animal Health Services for Pets, Scottsdale AZ - 04/18/12 04:18 PM
Animal Health Services for Pets, Scottsdale AZ
Many of us animal lovers and pet enthusiasts love and care for our animal buddies so much that we look out for the welfare of our pets like we would look out for our family and loved ones. With that said, are they not already a part of the family?
Animal health care service centers are dedicated to ensuring the optimum health of every animal companion. Centers for preventative medicine, emergency, urgent care, surgery, diagnostics, reproductive services, oncology, orthopedics, dentistry, grooming, vaccinations, boarding and more exist around the Valley.
When immediate health concerns and … (2 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Where to Get an Animal Companion: A New Place to Call Home - 04/10/12 09:01 AM
Where to Get an Animal Companion: A New Place to Call Home
Numerous studies over the past 25 years have shown that humans can derive health benefits from their relationships with their animal companions. Animals can reduce human stress, improve cardiovascular health, decrease loneliness and depression, and facilitate social interaction.
With all the genuine loyalty and companionship our pet pals give us, indeed we do everything we can to reciprocate the same kind of love. Let's work hand in hand in putting an end to animal cruelty, inhumane treatment, substandard conditions that most backyard breeders and animal mills (puppy and kitty … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Spring in the Valley, Arizona - 04/02/12 08:49 AM
Spring in the Valley, Arizona
Goodbye winter, hello spring! Aside from the excitement of the baseball season, spring brings to us a kind of joy and warmth seeing almost all the plants and flowers in blossom. Spring is the transition period between the cold frosts of the winter and the heat of the summer. It is generally equated with notions of rebirth and renewal.
Because of the visual delight flowers give us, numerous visual artists find flowers and flower arrangements a good subject.
“Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature.”
~ Gerard De Nerval
Contrary to what many believe, with … (2 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Buying A Home: Old Homes versus New Homes - 03/20/12 04:14 PM
Buying A Home: Old Homes versus New Homes
So you've decided to buy a home versus renting. What's next? You are now in the phase of determining if a new construction home or a previously owned home would be the right choice. To help you settle this dilemma, here are some advantages and disadvantages of buying a new home versus a previously owned home.
Previously Owned Homes
   Advantages
Changes in zoning are unlikely to occur since older homes are built in established neighborhoods. Mature plants, trees and vegetation. Authentic master craftsmanship – Many older homes that are well constructed, have … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Winfield Real Estate Arizona – 7233 E Crimson Sky Trail 85266 - 03/15/12 05:09 PM
Winfield Real Estate Arizona – 7233 E Crimson Sky Trl Scottscale, AZ 85266
Located on the Northeast side of Scottsdale is theWinfield Estates Community that rests at the base of one of the most exquisite cactus and boulder-studded mountains in the southwest. Winfield offers both Scottsdale sophistication and Carefree charm. 
It’s resort living in north Scottsdale at its very best! Here you’ll find a rare 3 bedroom, 2 bath Sunchaser Villa situated on great lot in the guard gated community of Winfield. Open floor plan with tile flooring throughout, and carpet in bedrooms. Eat-in kitchen with island breakfast bar, formal dining room, … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Scottsdale Arizona Celebrates St. Patrick's Day Run - 03/14/12 08:59 AM
Scottsdale Arizona Celebrates St. Patrick's Day Run
St. Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday that commemorates the most recognized patron saint of Ireland as well as the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. The day is celebrated by attending church services and wearing green. It marks the end of the Lenten restrictions of eating and drinking alcohol.
In the United States, although not a legal holiday, St. Patrick's Day is still widely celebrated especially with the Irish and Irish American community. It is commonly celebrated by prominent displays of the color green, feasting, consumption of alcohol to include green beer, … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Everyone's Moving to Scottsdale Arizona! - 03/02/12 02:09 PM
Everyone's Moving to Scottsdale Arizona!
Everyone - Even people from far flung places in the world are relocating to Scottsdale, Arizona. The city with a great life style, good living and lots of sun. It is the unmatched beauty, the all around great southwestern hospitality, a flourishing economy added with a stunning Sonoran landscape as a backdrop that makes the Scottsdale real estate market most favorable.
Moving isn't easy. That's a given. But finding a professional REALTOR® who knows his/her real estate market can make the relocation an easier task. REALTORS® nowadays can do more than just show and sell homes.
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scottsdale real estate: Maricopa County Phoenix Metro Arizona Market Update - February 2012 - 02/21/12 11:44 AM
Maricopa County Phoenix Metro Arizona Market Update - February 2012
This is the Market Update for the end of January, 2012.  January was a very interesting month as you will see in the following charts and dialogue. Besides the distressed property analysis that we always talk about, the report centers on the Average Sales Price of homes, New Listings entering the market, and the total number of Active Listings on the market.  We are going to talk about how these three metrics are changing, how they inter-relate, and what to be on the lookout for in our current market. The average sales price … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Seal Team War Dog in Action - 02/10/12 06:02 PM
Seal Team War Dog in Action
When U.S. President Barack Obama went to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, last week for a highly publicized, but very private meeting with the commando team that killed Osama bin Laden, only one of the 81 members of the super-secret SEAL DevGru unit was identified by name: Cairo, the war dog. Cairo, like most canine members of the elite U.S. Navy SEALs, is a Belgian Malinois.  The Malinois breed is similar to German shepherds but smaller and more compact, with an adult male weighing in the 30-kilo (66 lbs) range. German shepherds are still used as war … (4 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Housing Crisis to End in 2012 as Banks Loosen Credit Standards - 02/10/12 10:17 AM
Housing Crisis to End in 2012 as Banks Loosen Credit Standards         
Capital Economics expects the housing crisis to end this year, according to a report released Tuesday. One of the reasons: loosening credit.
The analytics firm notes the average credit score required to attain a mortgage loan is 700. While this is higher than scores required prior to the crisis, it is constant with requirements one year ago.
Additionally, a Fed Senior Loan Officer Survey found credit requirements in the fourth quarter were consistent with the past three quarters.
However, other market indicators point not just to a stabilization of … (1 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Veteran Life in Arizona - 02/09/12 06:46 PM
Veteran Life in Arizona
The numerous sunny days, warm weather, and striking landscapes are just a few of the many reasons why people are often drawn to Arizona, and the same goes for veterans. After service, many Arizonian veterans are eager to lay down some roots, and desire to start doing so by purchasing a home. However, the weak economy and the aftermath of the housing market crash haven’t exactly made obtaining a conventional mortgage loan easy. In fact, in many instances, the large down payments and high credit scores required can make it nearly impossible.
However, veterans don't need to … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Passage of the "Jobs Bill" - Residential Property Tax Impacts - 02/06/12 01:57 PM
Passage of the "Jobs Bill" - Residential Property Tax ImpactsDuring the 50th Second Special Session the Arizona state legislature passed HB 2001, more commonly referred to as the “Jobs Bill.” The promoted intent of this bill is to create a more business-friendly state, which will attract all types of businesses both large and small, create jobs, and provide tax relief to businesses. The legislation focused on several key areas: corporate income, businesses property tax cuts, job training, the Arizona Competes Fund, and the newly formed Arizona Commerce Authority. Though this legislation has been touted as a solution to get Arizona back … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Waste Management Phoenix Open 2012 - 02/05/12 12:46 PM
Waste Management Phoenix Open 2012
Affectionately called “The Greatest Show on Grass”, the PGA Tour tournament has been played at the Tournament Players Club (TPC) Stadium Course in Scottsdale, Arizona since 1988.
The four rounds of golf played here, attracts the largest galleries of any tournament in the world. Record attendance was 538,000 in 2008. In the first day of attendance for 2012 on Thursday the count was over 77 thousand people.
Prior to 1988, this PGA Phoenix Open tournament was played each year at the Phoenix Country Club near downtown Phoenix beginning in 1932 with a winning purse of … (0 comments)

scottsdale real estate: OMG! It Happened To Me – Do I Declared Bankruptcy, Short Sale? - 02/04/12 11:57 AM
OMG! It Happened To Me – Do I Declared Bankruptcy, Short Sale?
I’m scared to death! What’s going to happen to my credit, and how long will I have to suffer from this!
How many times have you heard this declaration and the question is asked, how long do I have to wait before I can get a loan, what will be the results of this action, and is short sale better then bankruptcy? We’ve heard it many times and see it even more on the Trulia and Zillow question and answer sites.
Sometimes the responses are not correct … (1 comments)

scottsdale real estate: Lake Pleasant's Scorpion Marina and Yacht Club is a Success - 02/03/12 12:01 PM
Lake Pleasant's Scorpion Marina and Yacht Club is a Success
Scorpion Bay Marina and Yacht Club at Lake Pleasant in Arizona is working hard to maintain their successful venture. The work on the $20 million Scorpion Bay Marina & Yacht Club, a 164-acre, full service marine development planned for the west side of Lake Pleasant, has completed the marina and is still working on it to make it even better. This is exciting news for the Valley of the Sun as we needed an updated marina. The lake is under the control of the Arizona Bureau of Management and it serves … (0 comments)

 
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