buy or sell a home in green valley az: Hot Home Color Trends for 2015 For Your #GreenValleyAZ Home - 11/16/14 09:14 AM
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Contemporary Bedroom by Sydney Home Builders Capital Building For the very latest on all things Green Valley AZ Real Estate--follow Judi on - See more at: http://www.greenvalleyazrealestate.com/Blog#sthash.bgoBrnRZ.d (BPT) – One of the fastest ways to give your #GreenValleyAZ home a facelift is with new paint colors.  It’s a strategy interior designers often use to create stunning rooms that wow the instant someone enters them: the use of creative color. Homeowners looking to deliver impressive interior style can take cues from what will be the trendiest … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Feng Shui Tips that May (Or May Not) Change Your Life - 06/10/14 04:24 AM
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Whether or not you believe in feng shui, the ancient Chinese philosophy that seeks to harmonize human existence, the fact is that many of the decorating guidelines inspired by feng shui simply make sense in terms of creating a tranquil and inviting home atmosphere.
HGTV feng shui consultant Suzanne Metzger suggests eight feng shui tips that may or may not improve your love life or bring you more money, but which may, at least, improve the look and feel of your living … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Pool Maintenance 101 For Your Arizona Home - 06/09/14 01:36 AM
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With triple digit temperatures in the greater Green Valley, Arizona area and no relief end in sight, a cool dip sounds heavenly.  For many homeowners, there is nothing better than inviting friends over to cool off from the sun's warm rays in the comfort of their own backyard pool.
But as every pool owner knows, keeping their pool clean and maintained for everyone to enjoy can take a bit of work. Here are some ways to keep your investment in its best shape all season … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Green Valley AZ April 2014 Real Estate Statistics - 05/12/14 08:51 AM
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Magnificent Mountain Views In Canoa Ranch: Virtual Tour
Real Estate sales in April 2014 continue to trail behind 2013 with 105 sales as compared to 131 in April 2013, an almost 20% drop.  Year to date (YTD) there have been 359 sales as compared to 455 for the same time period last year, a 21% decrease.
The slow sales are definitely having an impact on the "absorption rate" which has to do with demand.  It is the rate at which the market absorbs the … (1 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Top 5 Apps to Take the Stress Out of the Home-Selling Process - 04/21/14 01:09 AM
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By Keith Loria
With hundreds of new apps being introduced on a consistent basis, it’s often difficult to stay on top of the latest and greatest to ensure you’re getting the most out of your mobile device. While there have always been great apps available for house hunters, more recently, some wonderful apps for sellers have come to fruition.
Here are five apps that will make your life easier if you’re in the process of selling your home.
1. Handyman Calculator. Before putting your home … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Five Myths of Spring Cleaning - 04/20/14 03:43 AM
   

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Spring has definitely sprung with the lovely sonoran desert in full bloom.  With its arrival, many of us begin the annual chore of a deep spring cleaning.  Go easy on yourself with these 5 easy cleaning tips.  
 "A little effort up front can make everything you do feel effortless," said Patrick Coleman, spokesman for Hoover vacuums. "It's not about finding short cuts. It's about finding easier ways to do the job right."
Here are five myths, and the best ways to actually … (4 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Green Valley AZ March 2014 Real Estate Statistics - 04/14/14 08:37 AM
 
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Magnificent Mountain Views In Canoa Ranch: Virtual Tour
Real Estate sales in March 2014 continue to trail behind 2013 with 101 sales as compared to 145 in March 2013, a 30% drop.  Year to date (YTD) there have been 251 sales as compared to 324 for the same time period last year. 
The slow sales are definitely having an impact on the "absorption rate" which has to do with demand.  It is the rate at which the market absorbs the inventory of homes … (1 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Tubac, AZ Garden Tour - 04/07/14 10:30 AM
Are you planning a garden and looking for inspiration?  Mark your calendars for the Tubac Garden Tour on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  You'll have the opportunity to visit 5 amazing properties in Tubac, AZ on this self guided tour with talks and demonstrations by experts and garden owners at each site.
Garden Tour tickets are $20 for members and $25 for guests. Your ticket purchase benefits the Tubac Center of the Arts, and entitles you to free admission to a presentation on "The Art of Bonsai" by Ray Noseck, President of the Tucson Bonsai Society.  … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Tubac, AZ--The Next Big Thing? - 03/23/14 06:33 AM
   

Tubac, Arizona has made Conde Nast Traveler's list of: Where To Go in 2014: The Destinations You Don't Want To Miss Out On.  This is the magazine's list of the hottest, most up-and-coming must-visit destinations for 2014. For those of us who call Southern AZ home, this comes as no surprise. 
The charming spirit of this quaint town, surrounded by scenic high desert vistas, has transformed it into a unique artists' colony whose whose streets are lined with art galleries and one of a kind stores.  
Established in 1752 as a Spanish presidio (fort), today working … (1 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Six Hot Home Design Trends for Spring 2014 - 02/16/14 06:00 AM

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(BPT)—Does the change of seasons have you itching to refresh a tired, lackluster room? Or maybe you're looking for some small ways to make a big impact on your home's style? Whatever the case, here are some of this season's most buzzed-about trends and how you can incorporate them into your next project.
* Wood is the new neutral. This season's strong trend toward wood textures pairs the warmth, richness and texture of real wood with limitless design flexibility. Think wood-textured textiles, tree-printed wallpapers and … (4 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Clean, Contemporary Styles Now Dominate in Kitchens and Baths In 2014 - 02/10/14 01:08 AM

Consumers will be cleaning up their kitchens and baths in 2014, at least from a design standpoint, according to the annual Design Trends Survey released at the 2014 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA).
While consumers still prefer traditional kitchens by a slight margin, contemporary will be the fastest growing kitchen style this year. In bathrooms, contemporary already surpassed traditional to take the top spot in design for 2013, with even more growth anticipated in 2014. 
Fading fast are Provincial, Tuscan and country/rustic styles and the distressed cabinet finishes that often accompany … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Green Valley AZ January 2014 Real Estate Statistics - 02/09/14 05:15 AM
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Extraordinary Home On Golf Course In Quail Creek Green Valley AZ: Virtual Tour
Real Estate in the greater Green Valley, AZ has gotten off to the typical slow start in 2014, with 79 sales as compared to 77 in January 2013, a mere 2.6% increase over last January.   Active listings on the market were 1001 at the end of January 2014 as compared to 972 in January 2013.   The increase in active listings had a negative impact on the "absorption rate" which tracks the number of … (2 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Hottest Fireplace Trends for 2014 - 01/26/14 12:53 AM
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Over the years, fireplaces have been a familiar feature in many homes, however until very recently, they have undergone very little change from the traditional hearth. According to Napoleon Fireplaces, 2014 is heating up to be a very different year for the fireplace. Fireplaces are becoming the design focus for many rooms in the house and with new technological advances it’s now possible to do more with the fireplace than ever before.
“We’re seeing some very interesting home designs that incorporate fireplaces in many creative new … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Green Valley AZ December 2013 Real Estate Statistics - 01/19/14 06:55 AM
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Stunning Transformation On 4.58 Acres In The Foothills Green Valley AZ: Virtual Tour
2013 ended with a 5.1% increase in sales over 2012:  1060 homes sold as compared to 1009 in 2012.   In December sales were down by 15.2% compared to December 2012, with 67 sales as compared to 79. 
At the end of December there were 925 active listings as compared to 935 in December 2012.  
There wasn't much change in the average sales price in 2013 as compared to … (1 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Green Valley AZ November 2013 Real Estate Statistics - 12/22/13 04:34 AM
   
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Magnificent Mediterranean Inspired Home in Quail Creek
While year to date (YTD), sales are up by more than 6% in the greater Green Valley/Sahuarita AZ area as compared to the same time period in 2012, sales were down by 5.9% November 2013 as compared to November 2012.  YTD there have been 991 sales as compared to 930 in 2012. 
At the end of November there were 896 active listings as compared to 888 last year at this time. 
The … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Unique Traditions and Festivals Bring America's Holiday Season to Life - 12/15/13 02:11 AM
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While Green Valley, AZ obviously didn't make the Top 10 Winter Wonderlands many of our snowbirds who are making their annual trek to the great SW do hail from the areas that made the list.  And, although snow is definitely not part of the winter experience, Green Valley does find its own unqiue way to bring the holiday season to life. 
 
From evergreen trees to palms, homeowners across the country trim their trees and deck the halls for the winter holidays. Homes.com sought out the … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Tips for Buying Safe Toys - 12/07/13 11:55 PM
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It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas everywhere we go!  If there are children on your Christmas list take a moment to read this important information about making sure their gifts are safe and age appropriate.

Before you go shopping, check a list of recalled toys. These are toys that don't meet the safety standards published by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Check this online list of recalled toys at www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/ or call 1-800- 638- 2772 to get the list.

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buy or sell a home in green valley az: Give Your Home A Facelift The Easy Way - 12/07/13 03:03 AM
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Redecorating a room can be stressful but it doesn't have to be.  If you have a room that needs to be "freshened" watch this video for some fast and easy tips on how to tackle it in a stress free way. 

If you are thinking about listing your Green Valley, AZ home and want an honest assessment of what you need to do to get top dollar for your house, give me a call at 520-241-7780.
 
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buy or sell a home in green valley az: Natural Ways To Freshen Up Your Home - 12/02/13 03:54 AM
 
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With all that goes on inside the home, it can be hard to keep it smelling fresh. Last night’s dinner, the kid’s dirty soccer jersey sitting in the laundry, and Fluffy’s litter box—well, they all can create lingering odors.

When it comes to ensuring the home looks, feels and smells clean, 64 percent of homeowners have even gone to extreme measures to rid their homes of pungent odors, such as replacing a rug or carpet (34 percent), purchasing a new trash can (26 percent) … (0 comments)

buy or sell a home in green valley az: Phoenix ZooLights 2013 Is Making Spirits Merry & Bright - 12/01/13 01:29 AM
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Holiday Celebrations In Arizona

 
   
Take a walk on the wild side through the Phoenix Zoo that has been transformed into Wildlife In Wild Lights.   This magical event features 3.7 million twinkling, dancing lights making it one of the largest holiday lights shows in the country.  You can enjoy this unique holiday celebration from 6 p.m.-10 p.m Sunday-Thursday, and 6 p.m. -midnight on Friday & Saturday, until January 12, 2014.
ZooLights has more than 700 glimmering light sculptures.  New this year--enjoy TWO … (1 comments)