A six-week program, sponsored by Arizona Hills Community Church, Dave Ramsey and his daughter, Rachel Cruze, teach parents how to raise money-smart kids in a debt-filled world. With six entertaining video lessons and activities, the Smart Money, Smart Kids class will equip parents to teach kids how to avoid making money mistakes, while learning key principles of money management such as working, spending, saving, giving, avoiding debt and practicing contentment. Program meets Sept. 22 and 29 and Oct. 6. 13, 20 and 27 at the Anthem Civic Building. Cost is $59.00. For more information, visit the Arizona Hills website.     09/10/2015

 The Anthem real estate market continued it's retraction in August 2015.  The number of homes sold decreased dramatically from July was even less than a year ago.   The 12 month moving average sale price flattened, remaining at the $300k mark, only up 1% from the previous year.  The number of homes on the market decreased slightly to 179,  about 25% less than where we were at the same time last year.  Days on market increased to 77 days in August, 11% less than last year.  However, homes in the $500k + range are still taking a bit longer to sell, 129 days on average.Here are the latest stats for the month ending 8/31/15:Active Listings: 179Homes Pending: 86Homes sold in last 30 days: 59 (Down 37% from July '15, Down 13% from Aug. '14)Burn rate (Inventory on market / by homes currently u... 09/07/2015

$25,000 PRICE REDUCTION!! Fabulous home in Anthem Country Club on a view lot! Large charming courtyard with private one bedroom casita access. Beautiful 4 bed 3.5 bath anthem home for sale with guest casita! Gracious architectural features like a rotunda style foyer and curved arches leading into the den and formal living room. The den has a beautiful built-in office space and shuttered windows overlooking the courtyard. Spacious formal living/dining room, and family room with a gas fireplace open to the casual dining area and kitchen. Granite counters, crown molding, hide-away counter storage, and stainless appliances including dual wall ovens, microwave, dishwasher, wine cooler and double door fridge. The elegant master suite is huge and has a cozy sitting room. Attached bath has tile... 09/04/2015

Arizona Hills Community Church will host a second movie night in the Park for the community (the first was Memorial Day weekend). Bring lawn chairs, blankets, a picnic, friends, family, neighbors - and enjoy this free movie under the stars.Where: Anthem Community Park AmphitheaterWhen: Sunday, Sept. 6th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm   08/28/2015

 The Anthem real estate market pulled back ever so slightly in July 2015.  The number of homes sold decreased from June but are up signifcantly year over year.   The 12 month moving average sale price is still continuing on upward trend, cracking the $300k mark for the fist time in years, up 2% from the previous year.  The number of homes on the market decreased as well to 181, 25% less than where we were at the same time last year.  Days on market decreased to 75 days in July, 20% less than last year.  However, homes in the $500k + range are taking a bit longer to sell, 133 days on average.Here are the latest stats for the month ending 7/31/15:Active Listings: 181Homes Pending: 96Homes sold in last 30 days: 93 (Down 5% from June '15, Up 22% from July '14)Burn rate (Inventory on market ... 08/20/2015

  Anthem 3 Bedroom Homes July 2015 Market Report Anthem, AZ  Anthem 3 Bedroom Homes July 2015 Market Report: 3 Bedroom homes is a popular choice in size in Anthem.If you're in the market for a smaller home or are a first-time home buyer, you will want to take a close look at single family 3 Bedroom Homes for Sale in Anthem. You'll find many interesting possibilities to consider in a 3 bedroom Anthem homes. For your convenience there is a link below for 3 bedroom home Anthem Homes For Sale with Pools and without Pools.      As of July 32st, 2015 there were 39 - 3 bedroom single family homes for sale in Anthem AZ. There are 19 more 3 bedroom homes under contract and waiting to close and there have been 26 closings for 3 Bedroom Homes in July. Please be aware that homes priced under $250,0... 08/10/2015

  Anthem 5 Bedroom Homes July 2015 Market Report  Anthem Arizona  Anthem 5 Bedroom Homes July 2015 Market Report: If your in need of a larger home for a growing family, require a multi-generational living space or need space for a home office or media room, will find some fantastic options when considering a purchase of  5 Bedroom Homes for Sale Anthem.  If you're considering the purchase of a 5+ bedroom home advance planning is wise, as 5+ bedroom homes in Anthem are popular choice. For your convenience, there is a link below to view all 5 Bedroom Homes for Sale in Anthem with pools or without pools.      There are currently  35 - 5+ bedroom homes for sale in Anthem. There are 9 - 5+ bedroom homes under contract and waiting to close. There have been 18 - 5+ Bedroom Anthem homes that cl... 08/10/2015

  Anthem 4 Bedroom Homes July 2015 Market Report  Anthem Arizona  Anthem 4 Bedroom Homes July 2015 Market Report: Home buyers needing more room for a growing family or a home office and/or media room will find some unique options when considering a purchase of  4 Bedroom Homes for Sale Anthem. 4 Bedroom single family homes amount to a fairly large percentage of the total homes on the market in Anthem. If you're considering the purchase of a 4 bedroom home advance planning is wise, as 4 bedroom homes in Anthem are a very popular size of home. If you'd like to view 4 bedroom Anthem homes for sale with pools or without pools, click on the links below.      As of July 31st, 2015 there were  70 - 4 bedroom homes for sale in Anthem. There are 20 - 4 bedroom homes under contract and waiting to... 08/10/2015

  Anthem Luxury Homes July 2015 Market Report  Anthem Arizona  Anthem Luxury Homes July 2015 Market Report: Home buyers interested in Anthem Luxury Homes will have a limited selection of home designs, locations and amenities. Anthem Luxury Homes are known for their gorgeous views of the mountains as well as desert sunrises and sunsets!  Some Anthem Luxury homes have  incredible pools with water features as well decked out covered patios and outdoor kitchens.   Click on Anthem Luxury Homes for Sale to view the inventory of available luxury homes. For your convenience there is a link below to view all Anthem Luxury Homes with a Pool and without a Pool.  Come and see what Anthem Luxury Homes have to offer!  You will be pleased!           There is an limited selection of  Luxury Homes in An... 08/10/2015

  Anthem Golf Course Homes July 2015 Market Report Anthem Arizona   Anthem Golf Course Homes July 2015 Market Report:  If you are a home buyer looking to live in a fabulous golf course community in Arizona, you will want to browse the current inventory of  Golf Course Homes for Sale Anthem.  Here you will find a wide range of  homes styles, locations and gorgeous views of the golf course as well as the surrounding mountains. For your convenience, if you prefer to search for Anthem Golf Course Homes with Pools or without Pools there is a link for both at the bottom of this article.      As of July 31st, 2015 there were 19 - Golf Course Homes for sale in Anthem priced from $250,000 to $750,00. There are 5 Golf Course Homes under contract and waiting to close and 4 Golf Course Homes in Ant... 08/09/2015

  Where: Anthem Community CenterWhen: August, 29, 2015, 6:30amFor more information visit: http://4peaksracing.com/   08/06/2015

The second quarter of 2015 was pretty flat for the Serenity Villas at Anthem real estate market. Home sales were up just slightly from the first quarter of the year but double the same time last year. The average sale price was flat as well as the average price per square foot. The average days on market has decreased, less than 3 months now, however it is taking far longer to sell homes in the Villas than it did at this time last year. The 12 month moving average, $141,208 is about the same as last year.  The number of homes currently on the market is now 5, more than twice the amount we had last year. And the number of homes currently under contract in the Villas is 2, up 100% year over year.Here are the latest stats for the 2nd Quarter ending 6/30/15:Active Listings: 5Homes Pending: ... 07/31/2015

Here's a great program:More than 400 participating VerizonTCC stores across the U.S. are inviting local families to bring their children to the store to pick up a backpack filled with pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders, glue and other school supplies. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.Saturday, Aug. 1st, 12-3pm at our local Verizon store here in Anthem located at 39504 N. Daisy Mountain Dr. 07/29/2015

Celebratory Groundbreaking Ceremony Merrill Gardens at AnthemWednesday, July 29, 9:00am Merri Gardens is an upscale senior assisted living center which is sure to be a great addition to our Anthem Community. For more information go to: http://www.merrillgardens.com/senior_living/Arizona/merrill_gardens     07/27/2015

One of the many things I love about Anthem, Arizona, the community in which I live and work, is the actie lifestyle of the community as a whole.  Anthem offers a wide range of atheletic and fitness endeavors, enough to suit anyone regardless of their preference.Included within the H.O.A. fees here in Anthem is unlimited access to our award winning fitness facilities at the Community Center and both Country Clubs, all of which are equipped with resistance training equipment, cardio equipment, and heated pools.  The Community Center also offers an indoor basketball court and rock climbing wall, and all three facilities offer classes ranging from yoga, to crossfit, to dance classes.In addition to the fitness centers Anthem has a plethora of sports leagues and the facilities to house them. ... 07/23/2015

 The Anthem Youth Advisory Council (AYAC) will host a free movie night August 14 at the Anthem Community Center. The event will feature the film “Dodgeball” on the big screen. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for a teens-only dodgeball tournament in the gym, and the movie will begin at 8 p.m.AYAC will have snacks/soda for purchase. Attendees may bring bottles of water and are encouraged to bring blankets and pillows to sit on (no chairs are permitted on the gym floor). Because the movie is PG-13, attendees must be 13 to attend without a parent or guardian.For more information about this event go to: http://www.onlineatanthem.com/news/teen-movie-dodgeballLearn more about the Anthem Youth Advisory Council or apply online (in August). Deadline to apply is September 8. 07/20/2015

 The second quarter of 2015 was robust for the Anthem Parkside real estate market. Home sales were up dramatically from the first quarter of the year as well as compared to the same time last year.  And the average sale price continued to edge up year over year (+3%).  The average price per square foot increased (+5%) as well telling us that home prices of all sizes are increasing in the Parkside.  The average days on market has decreased, less than 3 months now, which typically signals a sellers market. The 12 month moving average, $263,222 is up slightly (+1%) from the same time last year.  The number of homes currently on the market is 103, 37% less than last year. And the number of homes currently under contract in the Parkside is 73, up 11% year over year.Here are the latest stats ... 07/15/2015

  This is the Anthem 4 Bedroom Homes June 2015 Market Report  Anthem 4 Bedroom Homes June 2015 Market Report: Home buyers needing more room for a growing family or a home office and/or media room will find some unique options when considering a purchase of  4 Bedroom Homes for Sale Anthem. 4 Bedroom single family homes amount to a fairly large percentage of the total homes on the market in Anthem. If you're considering the purchase of a 4 bedroom home advance planning is wise, as 4 bedroom homes in Anthem are a very popular size of home. If you'd like to view 4 bedroom Anthem homes for sale with pools or without pools, click on the links below.       As if June 30th, 2015 there were  31 - 4 bedroom homes for sale in Anthem. There are 12 - 4 bedroom homes under contract and waiting to cl... 07/13/2015

  This is the Anthem Golf Course Homes June 2015 Market Report  Anthem Golf Course Homes June 2015 Market Report:  If you are a home buyer looking to live in a fabulous golf course community in Arizona, you will want to browse the current inventory of  Golf Course Homes for Sale Anthem.  Here you will find a wide range of  homes styles, locations and gorgeous views of the golf course as well as the surrounding mountains. For your convenience, if you prefer to search for Anthem Golf Course Homes with Pools or without Pools there is a link for both at the bottom of this article.     As of June 30th, 2015 there were 18 - Golf Course Homes for sale in Anthem priced from $250,000 to $1,000,000. There are 4 Golf Course Homes under contract and waiting to close. And 12 Golf Course Homes in Ant... 07/13/2015

  This is the Anthem 5 Bedroom Homes June 2015 Market Report  Anthem 5 Bedroom Homes June 2015 Market Report: If your in need of a larger home for a growing family, require a multi-generational living space or need space for a home office or media room, will find some fantastic options when considering a purchase of  5 Bedroom Homes for Sale Anthem.  Many 5 Bedroom single family homes will have pools and there is a good selection of single and multi-level floor plans. If you're considering the purchase of a 5 bedroom home advance planning is wise, as 5 bedroom homes in Anthem are popular choice. For your convenience, there is a link below to view all 5 Bedroom Homes for Sale in Anthem with pools or without pools.     As of Jun 30, 2015 there were 34 - 5 bedroom homes for sale in Anthem.... 07/13/2015