real estate: TOO BUSY TO GO TO THE GYM?
- 09/22/11 09:37 AM
We live in a world of hurriedness….is that a word? Every day zooms by as we dash through the drive through window for our meals, on our computers all day for great efficiency and handle all the kids activities as well. Rush, Rush, Rush! When we do this we can’t be feeling our best.
We have some tips that will help in keeping fit while on the go!
1) DO YARD WORK - Mow your lawn, clean out the garden, rake leaves or pull those nasty weeds. Before you hire someone else do these things, think about … (2 comments)
real estate: 14 WAYS TO GET THE KIDS ON YOUR SIDE WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOUSE
- 09/20/11 08:35 AM
Engaging the children in the home-purchase process should be an important part of any real estate sales strategy. It should not be underestimated the buying influence of a younger member of the family. Get the kids on your side and they will be a welcomed assistant when getting the parents to commit. It is good if the kids like you and trust you. Ask the kids how they would decorate their room or does the pool look fun. Why not? They have to live there too. Here are some tips for working with children of buyers and sellers and ensuring … (2 comments)
real estate: 7972 E. Crimsonfire – Stone Ridge – Prescott Valley, AZ
- 09/12/11 11:33 AM
Move in ready! Popular Monterra floorplan. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1539 square feet, built in 2004, single level home in Stone Ridge, Prescott Valley, AZ. This home has been reduced to $169,900 for a quick sale. 7972 E. Crimsonfire – Stone Ridge – Prescott Valley, AZ is located in a golfing community which offers a community clubhouse, weight room, BBQ areas, swimming pool, children’s play areas, tennis, basketball and much more. There is community golfing with restaurant and pro-shop. 7972 E. Crimsonfire – Stone Ridge – Prescott Valley, AZ has more….eat-in kitchen, lots of tile throughout, gas fireplace, kitchen island, … (0 comments)
real estate: WHY DO YOU WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH US?
- 09/06/11 07:28 AM
There was a poll done in 2009 showing what professional qualities that make customers want to do business with you again and again. Here is what most of them had to say: 1) YOU REPRESENT THEIR BEST INTEREST! When your clients are pinned against a situation where other parties in the transaction are difficult to deal with, people want to know you have their best interest in mind. They want someone who will go to bat for them when necessary. 2) LOVE YOUR JOB? SHOW IT! Presenting yourself as if you love what you are doing tells a big tale. … (0 comments)
real estate: Ok, Arizonians….How well do you know your state?
- 08/31/11 07:56 AM
Here are some firsts, facts and trivia about Arizona. This was a great update from when we learned it in school. Enjoy! State Colors - Blue and Gold State Song – “Arizona” State official neck wear – The bola tie State Tree – Palo Verde (AKA… Green Stick) State Flower – Saguaro Cactus Bloom State Mineral – Copper State Bird – Cactus Wren State Fish – Apache Trout State Mammal – Ring Tail Cat State Reptile – Arizona Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake State Fossil – Petrified Wood State Butterfly – Two-tailed Swallowtail State Amphibian – Noble Arizona Tree Frog State Gem – Turquoise … (0 comments)
real estate: BEAT THE “NEW-KID” BLUES....WHEN MOVING!
- 08/30/11 05:04 AM
When families move, whether just down the street or to a new community, children all ask the same questions: Will there be any kids my age at our new house? What will they be like? Will they like me? Will I have any friends? Here are a few tips to help your child through that tough time of being the “new-kid” on the block: 1) If you are moving into a home previously occupied by a family with children, ask if they would leave a list of the favorite neighborhood play areas. 2) Take short family walks as a way … (1 comments)
real estate: REMODELING? DO YOU NEED A PERMIT?
- 08/26/11 11:56 AM
Sometimes when homeowners are busy remodeling and choosing the perfect tile, the fact that they need a permit is swept to the way side. Commonly forgotten permits can certainly rare their ugly heads when it come to selling the home. Why risk losing a sale due to local requirements not being addressed until you have a sale? There is a possibility of safety or legal problems that may derail an otherwise smooth sale.
Typically when a homeowner uses a licensed-contract they will not be involved in the involvement of getting any necessary permits as the contractor will do … (5 comments)
real estate: WHAT’S ON YOUR ROOF? DOES IT MATTER?
- 08/25/11 09:35 AM
The overall look of your home including the roofs pitch and shape is important. What is just as important is what is ON your roof. Roofing materials can attribute to your homes character but it can also dictate how long your roof will last. When purchasing a home it is important to have the roof checked by a professional roofing company. They will be able to help you with condition, how long the roof will last, what materials are best for your home and of course the cost of repair or replacement if needed. Let’s take a look at some roofing … (2 comments)
real estate: BE A WINNER....
- 08/23/11 10:35 AM
My team leader found a old plaque that had these words on it. I thought I would share them....
The winner - is always part of the answer The loser - is always part of the problem The winner - always has a program The loser - always has an exuse The winner - says "Let me do it for you" The loser - says "That's not my job" The winner - see an answer for every problem The loser - sees a problem for every answer The winner - sees a green near every sand trap The loser - sees … (1 comments)
real estate: HOW DO YOU GET “DE”CLUTTERED?
- 08/19/11 10:50 AM
Do you have clutter on your desk, in your mind, in your life? Here are some ideas for making a fresh start to “de” cluttering today: Why be organized? It saves time & money. It reduces stress. However; if you can find what you need when you need it, you are organized. Do you have lots of piles? Although, you may think you are organized this way, if you start eliminating the clutter it will give you room to breathe. Now, this can be refreshing! Working from home? That is great! Be sure to designate a working area so you can … (2 comments)
real estate: Historic Home - 226 Pleasant Street, Prescott, Arizona
- 08/17/11 09:00 AM
This house was built in 1924 and has tons of character. Offered at $399,001. Very well done remodel in 2008. This home boasts 3 bedrooms + library/study. 2 master suites - (potential 4th bedroom). More details include Granite counters, stainless steel appliances. There is a formal dining room, plus a kitchen nook that is set up as a greenhouse with an exhaust fan and built in copper topped counters. Claw foot tubs, fir (wood) floors, finished attics, sprinkler system, roll out pantry, picture hanging molding gas fireplace in the master with 2 walk-in closets, whole-house fan, 10 foot garage doors. … (2 comments)
real estate: SUMMER GARDENING IN ARIZONA? YOU BET!!
- 08/11/11 05:59 AM
Summer is a great time of year to go outside. Impress your neighbors with your homegrown fruits and vegetables. This is the time to show off your green thumb and spend time in your garden. Summer is time to plant beans, squash, melons, cucumbers, and corn to add to your garden décor. You can also share your abundance of fruits and vegetables with your friends, family and neighbors. What a great way to keep in touch with them. Here are some summers gardening tips: • Summer is the time to plant the following warm weather crops in your garden: beans, … (0 comments)
real estate: DARK CHOCOLATE....YUMMMM - PART 2
- 08/01/11 09:37 AM
Chocolate Glossary Unsweetened Chocolate: It is also called baking, plain or bitter chocolate. Since no sugar has been added to the chocolate it has a strong, bitter taste that is used in cooking and baking but is never eaten out of hand. Bittersweet Chocolate: Still dark, but a little sweeter than unsweetened. It is unsweetened chocolate to which sugar, more cocoa butter, lecithin, and vanilla has been added. It has less sugar and more liquor than semisweet chocolate but the two are interchangeable in baking. Bittersweet has become the sophisticated choice of chefs. It contains a high percentage (up … (0 comments)
real estate: DARK CHOCOLATE....YUMMM - PART 1
- 07/28/11 11:43 AM
Many in the medican field call Dark Chocolate the healthy chocolate. Why? Eating a small portion, like about 2 oz per day, can be beneficial to health, providing protection against heart disease, high blood pressure, and many other health hazards as well as essential trace elements and nutrients such as iron, calcium and potassium, and vitamins A. B1, C, D, and E. You have to admit, it sure tastes better than any vitamin! A 1 1/2-ounce square of chocolate may have as many cancer-fighting antioxidants as a 5-ounce glass of red wine. Eating more dark chocolate can also help reduce blood … (4 comments)
1. Cook at home often: Cooking at home is just as easy as the time you spend to go pick up something to eat and it will definitely save you money. Make a commitment to start out with 1-2 times per week and increase as you see your savings.
2. Make your own coffee: Crazy I know….we all love our Starbucks. If you add up the $5 per day for a latte or a coffee drink that is $35 per week, $140 per month. … (0 comments)
real estate: HIKING IN ARIZONA - KNOW ABOUT IT, BEFORE YOU DO IT!
- 07/22/11 11:33 AM
Arizona Hiking Tips Plan Ahead - Before you go, plan ahead. You are entirely on your own. Your descent marks your entry into a world in which preparation, self-reliance, and common sense are crucial. Be conservative in planning your hikes! Don't Hike Alone - Know what your destination will be. Don't overestimate your capabilities. Hike intelligently. You are responsible for your own safety as well as that of everyone in your party. Be a Lightweight - The less you carry, the more enjoyable your hike will be, so travel as lightly as possible. The heaviest items in your pack should be your … (0 comments)
real estate: EAT YOUR WATER! 4 foods that will keep you hydrated
- 07/19/11 09:39 AM
by The Editors of Eating Well Magazine, on Wed Apr 29, 2009 7:29am PD I know how important it is to stay hydrated and I try to sip water all day, but sometimes I fall behind. So I also try to eat foods, such as cucumbers or strawberries, that can contribute to my fluid intake, helping to prevent the headaches and sluggishness caused by dehydration. Another good reason to eat water? Research shows that eating foods that are full of water helps keep you satisfied on fewer calories. (Interestingly enough, drinking water alongside foods doesn’t have the same effect.) This … (0 comments)
I SAW THIS AND THOUGHT I WOULD SHARE IT....VERY INTERESTING!!
Last year, writers Nicholas Carr and Jamais Cascio made headlines with a debate in the Atlantic Monthly over whether Google made you stupid. While it was eventually determined that no, Google probably is not killing your brain cells, several psychology professors decided to conduct a more scientific experiment on the subject. In examining peoples' Internet habits and how it affects their memory recall, the researchers found that while the Web is not exactly making you dumb, per se, people are … (0 comments)
real estate: 7972 E. Crimsonfire – Stone Ridge – Prescott Valley, AZ
- 07/14/11 09:45 AM
Move in ready! Popular Monterra floorplan. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1539 square feet, built in 2004, single level home in Stone Ridge, Prescott Valley, AZ. This home has been reduced to $169,900 for a quick sale. 7972 E. Crimsonfire – Stone Ridge – Prescott Valley, AZ is located in a golfing community which offers a community clubhouse, weight room, BBQ areas, swimming pool, children’s play areas, tennis, basketball and much more. There is community golfing with restaurant and pro-shop. 7972 E. Crimsonfire – Stone Ridge – Prescott Valley, AZ has more….eat-in kitchen, lots of tile throughout, gas fireplace, kitchen island, … (2 comments)
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