Its a beautiful day here in the Valley of the Sun and I’m excited for the start of another year!!

The Phoenix area and especially Scottsdale have so much to offer in January.  Just a partial list of events:

Barrett Jackson Classic Car Auction:  January 17-23  at Westworld in Scottsdale. 

Phoenix Open Golf Tournament:  January 31- February 6 at the TPC Scottsdale.

Cave Creek Balloon Festival:  January 8th. Cave Creek is just a short 15 minute drive from North Scottsdale.

The Phoenix Suns are in action and so are the Phoenix Coyotes.

There are hundreds of golf courses in the Phoenix area, including some of the most challenging desert landscapes designed by the best in the world!

From Wine Festivals, to Art Festivals, we truly have it all!!

Believe it or not, you can drive 3 hours north and be skiing in Flagstaff. 

Whatever your interests, The Valley of the Sun has something for you!!

Want to know more?  Already LOVE the area?  Interested in permanently relocating to the area?  Looking for a vacation home?I’ll be happy to help you with any questions you may have.  Drop me a note I would love to hear from you!!

Few municipalities around the country rival the natural beauty and seemingly endless array of amenities that Scottsdale, Arizona offers. This gem located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert is known for a high quality of living and stunning setting. From the scenic McDowell Mountain Range located in the north east region of the city to the thriving downtown area, Scottsdale is a truly beautiful place to live.

If you are looking to buy a house in Scottsdale, now just might be the right time. Property values remain lower than previous norms, making it a buyer’s market. If you have the resources available, you can take advantage of the competitive interest rates that the banks are currently offering. Many prominent market analysts are optimistic about the economy growing, so home prices will most likely rise if the current trend continues. This makes it a great time to buy a home in Scottsdale before the market returns to previous levels and the competition increases.

Scottsdale is known as an affluent, upscale city filled with luxury resorts and upscale localities. Homes sitting within the city limits will typically be valued higher than in neighboring areas around Maricopa County. This is something to consider when house shopping in Scottsdale. If you find a property that you can’t resist, compare interest rates between banks to ensure that you get the best deal. With a little tenacity and patience, you should be able to find a home at a reasonable price in the beautiful desert oasis known as Scottsdale.

The city of Scottsdale sits directly in the middle of the state of Arizona. People, magazines, and books all say it’s the best city for everyone to live and retire in. There’s an abundance of golf courses, and the weather is great for playing almost year round. The golf courses and the resorts are plentiful and well known. Shades of the “old west” can be seen by the many people, who come to visit Scottsdale, from all over.

There are many different restaurants, over 100 galleries to visit, and other various cultural events to attend through out the year. There are old Wild West shows that are performed each day, which the children might enjoy as well.

The community of Scottsdale is clean and well landscaped. They do not allow large sized billboards. This allows the beautiful views of Scottsdale’s countryside to be less impaired. There are many people who come to live in Arizona for the health benefits, that the sunny weather provides for them. It is a city that has a great sense of their eco responsibilities of today.

Scottsdale is a great place to live in year round or to come visit before making a final decision to relocate here. You’re living right in the heart of the city’s activities, yet close enough to the quiet and peacefulness of the desert and natures wonders.  If you’re looking for a city that has a lot for you to do, then Scottsdale may be the right city for you.  Call me today and let me help you find your dream home in this fabulous city!