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
In this information packed world, it's very easy to find answers online. Just ask Siri, Google a search, or visit Ask.com to name a few places anyone can go for answers. So when a home buyer or seller needs answers, be THAT agent that provides a detailed description of the process before the ha
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04/14/2023
You've just purchased the home of your dreams! Prior to the purchase, you compared aspects of other homes. The basic needs of your purchase included a minimum number of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage and garage spaces. But did you consider what your utility bills might cost? Electricity
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04/07/2023
The month's challenge is a must write post! Thank you to Kathy Streib for this month's ActiveRain April Challenge... Tell us About Your First Home Buying Experience . Knowing my story is a bit unique, I figured it might make a fun read! In my home state of Kansas in the 1950's, ranch style
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04/05/2023
This post is thanks to the March Challenge created by Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP and Kathleen Daniels for this opportunity share! In some areas of Scottsdale, County Islands are sprinkled in between City of Scottsdale neighborhoods. It's not always obvious, but the area might not have
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03/29/2023
This post is thanks to the March Challenge by Patricia Feager and Kathleen Daniels! During the housing recession, a customer walked into my company office asking if they could speak to an agent. The receptionist referred the man to me. After settling into a conference room, I learned that the m
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03/25/2023
Since the beginning of Covid in March, 2020, my classes have been on Zoom. Finally we'll be teaching LIVE again! Join us in Scottsdale on March 22, 2023 for this Disclosure Continuing Education Course from 1 - 4 pm. Please reach out with questions. The registration link! The 5th Element o
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03/06/2023
For many, the subject of retirement brings many questions. When will you retire? Where will you retire? And how will you retire. Life changes can seem daunting as many baby boomers aren't financially able to retire. But what if you could plan for retirement with reduced bills? What bills ca
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03/01/2023