Steffy's Notes

My trips to our local vegetable garden is something that I treasure and love very much They often turn into a photo walk around the raised garden boxes - there is such a variety and wonder walking among them - vegetables and fruit for our tables, beautiful roses and flowers for the pollinators. I...

I have been reflecting on the things that I have been grateful for, and my Book Club made the list. I have been a member of it for a couple of years and I now appreciate it even more. It has produced connections on several levels: connected with ideas connected with the authors of the books in pe...

Ahwatukee Foothills is a part of Phoenix that is neighboring Tempe and Chandler. You can see a map of all the Phoenix villages here.  Ahwatukee is very close to one of the largest in the nation municipally-managed parks - South Mountain. I have hiked many of the lovely hikes of South Mountain - t...

Great information from YourSiteNeedsMe SEO Team I've been asked this question about 5 times in the last month: "How do I add my business to Apple Maps?" or "Do I have to add my business to Apple Maps, or will it just show up because it's on Google Business?" This tells me that there is a buzz goi...

The office suite for lease in this free-standing building in the prestigious Troon North consists of three separate private offices with lots of natural light. In addition, also available is a break room, two large, beautiful foyers, easy access for outdoor waiting with shade and majestic views o...

This blog is about Jacki Tait, CLHMS, a wonderful ActiveRain blogger and real estate agent, living and working in Flagstaff AZ. Last year Jacki wrote a memorable blog post, "What to Love about Flagstaff AZ". When you click on the link, you will immediately know why it is memorable - sincere, frie...

Thank you, Patricia, for sharing this amazing story! This afternoon, I shared my mushroom story on the Tuesday Zoom call, and spoiler alert. The story was a little scary, but it has a great ending. Um, I got lucky! In June of last year, I was diagnosed with late stage ovarian cancer. It's usually...

For years, our hearts have been captivated by the enchanting spectacle of this beautifully decorated home that is practically the homeowner's holiday card for the neighborhood. A tradition so cherished that it has become a timeless beacon of joy for both young and old. Back in December 2014, I pe...

I wholeheartedly agree with Margaret Rome's position that making a low-ball offer is not an insult. The insult is not having an offer. A low-ball offer is starting a conversation.   Is it negotiable?     This is almost always the second question after asking for the price.    Hmm...Isn't everythi...

Blogger Charita Cadenhead makes excellent points that complement my blog post, too.  Three Things Home Sellers Should Know about Multiple Of (activerain.com) We all know that sellers hate it when a buyer submits what is perceived as a lowball offer and it may very well be just that. I say "percei...