My husband and I have been living with bark scorpions since about a year after we moved into our beautiful Surprise, AZ home. Mind you, coming from Seattle, Washington I never thought those words would pass my lips. Since the first time I almost stepped on one in my bathroom I have been ever vigilant in my watch for the next uninvited guest. My initial reaction was, "This is not acceptable!", "I can't live here", and... "We … (6 comments)
sun city grand community information: Sun City Grand goes into GPS mode! No... it's not for visitors who get lost.
- 08/29/09 02:44 AM
Hmmm. Where did that shrub go? I just came across this article and found it interesting. I thought I would share it with those of you who may not have had the opportunity to see the original in the Daily News Sun. Apparently Sun City Grand has purchased a GPS system with the computer software needed to map out every little detail in the community. This will purportedly help them keep track of the community assets. Sun City Grand has always had a healthy budget/reserve account. It will be interesting to see whether this purchase pays off for them. Sun City … (1 comments)
sun city grand community information: Information on Sun City Grand Real Estate Listings & Homes for Sale - Easier than ever to access!
- 07/10/09 05:58 AM
In case you haven't seen the new look to my website I thought I'd fill you in. For each one of the Phoenix west valley, active retirement communities featured on my website, which includes Sun City Grand, I have provided "1-click" buttons on my home page at KathyAndersonRealtor.com to take you to the most requested pages. Try them out now if your are looking to purchase a home in Sun City Grand, Surprise AZ.
You will find a wealth of information on each of the unique resort-style communities. Drop me a line if you would like to be set up with your … (0 comments)
sun city grand community information: Loop 303/Bell Rd Improvements have some Sun City Grand homeowners concerned
- 07/08/09 09:41 AM
I was already planning on doing a blog post about the Loop 303/Bell Rd intersection work that began a week or two ago when I ran across the following presentation the ADOT (Arizona Department of Transportation) had made to the Sun City Grand homeowners association. http://www.grandinfo.com/ddocc/bellrdand303intersectionscgmeeting.pdf While road construction is never fun to have to deal with, these improvements will no doubt save lives. With the continued growth of the Surprise Arizona area and beyond out to Sun City Festival this intersection has become increasingly congested and more dangerous. More than once in the last year someone has been killed … (0 comments)
No! Just kidding. Not the one we grew up with. The ones I've spotted are of the greater roadrunner species, found throughout most of Arizona.
They look more like this and always seem to be in a hurry...
This last week alone I have seen two. I have read comments from others saying this is a rare occurance so we must be blessed in the Phoenix west valley. My brother-in-law, who has lived here for almost 30 years, was even surprised to hear of my many sightings in … (0 comments)
sun city grand community information: 2009 Surprise, AZ "State of the City" Video Address
- 06/15/09 02:33 PM
This is so cool! I was recently interviewed for an article asking me what I thought about Surprise Arizona and direction I felt it was headed. I don't know if the article will ever be published or not but the gist of what I had to say is that I love our city. And I love the direction I feel our city planners are taking us. For those of you thinking about moving to one of our area retirement communities (Sun City Grand, Arizona Traditions, Corte Bella, Sun City West, etc.) or anywhere in the City of Surprise, you are going … (0 comments)
sun city grand community information: Some of the Wildlife You May Spot in Sun City Grand - Part One, "the Birds"
- 07/14/08 04:46 AM
First of all I want to say, this information is not limited to Sun City Grand. Part One here is all about some of my favorite local birds and they are all birds I have seen here in Sun City Grand, but you could just as easily see them in any of the other area communities. Of course there are many more bird species than what I have listed here. I've left out the finches, the sparrows, the wrens and yes... even the doves. The birds I have listed here are the ones that are more apt to catch your eye because of their size, antics or uniqueness … (7 comments)
sun city grand community information: Top 10 Reasons you might want to Retire to Arizona's Sun City Grand
- 06/27/08 04:55 AM
Each one of Arizona's active retirement communities has something to offer. Some more than others. What it comes down to is, "What are you looking for?". Do you like a gated country club style community? If so, Corte Bella & Trilogy @ Vistancia might be your cup of tea. Are you looking for more of an intimate neighborhood style community? Then start with Arizona Traditions, Sun Village, or maybe Ventana Lakes. But if you want several golf courses, loads of activities and clubhouses, restaurants & more than one rec center with state of the art equipment than you are going to want to … (4 comments)
sun city grand community information: Loop 303 Noise Abatement Concerns from Sun City Grand, Sun City West & Corte Bella Residents
- 06/08/08 08:04 AM
As a real estate agent working the communities of Sun City Grand, Sun City West & Corte Bella (part of Sun City West), I am required to disclose to potential buyers within a certain distance of the Loop 303, the existance of and proximity to the highway. I just came across two articles that may be of interest to some. Both meetings took place within the last 15 months but are still relevant. I would like to mention that the number of homes affected is relatively small compared to the total number of residences in these communities. The residents of the homes … (0 comments)
sun city grand community information: Power Line Proposal - Higher Home Values in Some Active Adult Communities?
- 05/20/08 07:19 AM
It's just in the proposal stage but if APS moves the high tension power lines the way it appears they are proposing, than some of the homes in Sun City Grand, Sun City West, Sun City Festival & Corte Bella could benefit greatly in increased home equity. It should come as no surprise that homes overlooking or that back up to these high tension power lines tend to languish on the market, not to mention sell for less than a similar home elsewhere. It just isn't aesthetically pleasing for most people. This could be great news for some current homeowners. It's also something … (1 comments)
sun city grand community information: Double Taxation on Your Arizona Home???? Not if I can help it!
- 04/02/08 07:16 AM
First off, if this has already been discussed on this forum, I apologize. I just have to give my 2 cents because I'm sick of our government trying to find ways to stick it to us, coming AND going. I'm sure most of you Arizona Realtors have heard about the real estate transfer tax, but have you taken the time to read the flyer AAR recently sent out? Maybe you ought to go dig it out of the recycle bin and really ponder what it will mean to us as home owners and real estate practitioners, not to mention how it will affect our clients. Currently, … (0 comments)
WARNING!!! For anyone not living in the desert southwest (and for many that do), the following article may give you the creepy crawlies.
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