How I Hunt Scorpions Around My Phoenix Home After Dark
Scorpions emerge when weather in the Phoenix metro warms up to 70F at night. Here is how I catch scorpions around my home.
Mar 24
2019
Jan 12
2019
How To Clean Windows in the Desert
Tired of hard-to-clean exterior windows around your desert home? Here's how I get mine streak-free every time.
Sep 12
2018
Coastal Décor Making a Splash in Desert Homes
Shades of blue, wood-look tile and coastal accents are cooling off Arizona homes in this current design trend.
Sep 3
2018
Drop Your Post-2013 FHA Mortgage Like a Hot Potato
Your FHA loan may come with expensive mortgage insurance that can't be waived. Even when you have lots of equity. Here's what to do.
Aug 23
2018
How To Avoid PMI with Only 5% Down
Coming up with 20% down to sidestep costly private mortgage insurance (PMI) can seem like a Himalayan trek. Instead, take a look at this option to avoid PMI.
Feb 21
2018
A Potential Solution to Short-Term Rentals
Since 2016, Arizona law has prevented municipalities from regulating short-term rentals. Here is what to do if you are a concerned property owner.
Feb 13
2018
Curb Paint Refresh Helps 911 and Your Delivery Driver
The home delivery economy is in full swing. Fresh curb paint ensures that delivery drivers, Uber rides and 911 can find you.
Jan 25
2018
12 Things Your Carpet Installer Forgot To Mention
There are a lot of decisions that go into the type of carpet and pad that you will choose for your new home. Prepare for your installation with these 12 tips.
Jan 24
2018
Position Yourself To Be A Ready Home Buyer in a Hot Market
Tired of losing your dream home in a multiple offer scenario? Here are 10 tips to position yourself for success.
Oct 1
2017
Staging a Home: I Asked the Experts Why I Should Bother and Here’s What I Found Out
If you are getting your house ready for market, you’ve probably worked with your agent on making repairs and getting [...]
Sep 30
2017
Phoenix Rattlesnake Removal and How to Snakeproof Your Arizona Home
Living near the edge of the Sonoran Desert means understanding rattlesnake behavior. Herpetologist Bryan D. Hughes breaks down snake habitat.
Dec 24
2016
Hardwood Flooring May Be Prohibited in Your Second Floor Condo
It's Christmas Eve in Phoenix and I have been listening for footsteps up on the roof. It reminded me of this [...]
Dec 19
2016
How To Determine If Your Home Has A Hidden Water Leak
A high monthly water bill can get your attention quickly. If the increase can't easily be reconciled by inflated use [...]
Dec 17
2016
Applying Vaastu Shastra Principles in Real Estate
I have a real estate listing in Stetson Valley and it generated a notable phone call this evening. The caller [...]
Nov 8
2016
Price Your Arizona Home with 9s? Experience Says Nein.
You are ready to list your Moon Valley home in the Phoenix MLS. Your real estate agent has performed a [...]