Each time I meet a new client either as a referral or a sign call, I wonder how long I will know them. Not how long they will be clients, but how long we'll both be around to enjoy each other's company. You see, my clients aren't just clients, they're like family. Yesterday was the second da
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06/22/2023
The Scottsdale Airport has a rich history that dates back to World War II! It's never been a commercial airport, but is an International Airport. Pictured above are all Hall of Fame recipients for 2023. Originally known as the Thunderbird Airfield #2, this airport included an airstrip, hangar
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06/01/2023
Just yesterday, my friend texted me with the exciting news that her offer was the winning bid in her home state of Oklahoma! She lives here in Cave Creek, Arizona, but her daughter will be attending school in Oklahoma. She tasked me with finding an agent to help her. ActiveRain to the rescue.
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06/01/2023
Memorial Day is a holiday weekend celebrated with gatherings of friends and family. Barbecues and outdoor get togethers are a welcome beginning to summer vacations. But the day is meant for a different celebration. Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, is a dedication to those who h
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05/29/2023
Having recently re-landscaped both the front and backyard, it's exciting to share the results and respond to this challenge. Thank you Debe Maxwell, CRS for the Challenge and idea to share local blooms! Desert plants are unique in that they are designed to use less water, keep predators at bay
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05/28/2023
An article in REALTOR® Magazine inspired me to write this post, thanks to my friend and fellow NAR GREEN Designee, Craig Foley. The article is a reminder of all that I've learned since 2008 about selling high performance homes. The process is different and requires expanded education to market
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05/24/2023
Scottsdale Housing Market statistics are provided by subscription to the Cromford Report. The Cromford Report includes all sales from the Maricopa County Assessors office, northern Pinal County and southern Yavapai County. With the housing frenzy in the rear view mirror, the current Scottsdale
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05/09/2023
As interest rates and prices have risen, affordability is definitely an issue for many homeowners. Some are turning to smaller footprints for their primary residences. But certainly, just as many are turning to them for weekend getaways! Just today, I happened upon a YouTube video that caught
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05/02/2023
Recently, I attended an all day class toward earning my Performance Management Network (PMN) designation. This designation is offered courtesy of the Women's Council of REALTORS, Scottsdale Network. Class time for this designation is 2 of 3 days, but I may attend all three sessions as this was
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04/28/2023
This post is inspired by Bob "RealMan" Timm's post Morning Exercises! Bob's post is about starting your day with what I like to call, "An Attitude of Gratitude." The post continues to the topic of volunteering at a Christian Radio Show and how he enjoys it. As we commented back and forth, I w
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04/17/2023