When It Does Rain in Phoenix It Can Rain!

Severe thunderstorms bring needed rain but cause flooding It  is almost pointless to talk to someone in July when the temperature is 110 degrees about what happens in Phoenix when it rains. You want to point out how planned communities have drainage plans and retention basins, etc.   The situation in the summer  may be that no precipitation has been

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Phoenix Waterfront Condos and Townhouses Offer Turn Key Living

Phoenix Lakeside Property Offers Views and Amenities Phoenix lake community condos and townhouses are appealing because of the waterfront property views, low maintenance and community amenities such as a community pool and spa.  This is especially attractive to Canadians and those from the mid-west with harsh winters that want more moderate weather with a turn key

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Scottsdale Waterfront Luxury Condominiums

Scottsdale Waterfront Residences Condominiums on Camelback Known for setting the standard of luxurious urban living in the heart of Scottsdale, the Scottsdale Waterfront Residences are located near the intersection of Camelback and Scottdale Roads.  The waterfront designation is due to the location next to the historic Arizona Canal.  The SRP canal was completed in 1885 and facilitated the founding of many valley communities.

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Homes Near Phoenix Lakes and Reservoirs – Bartlett Lake

Bartlett Lake Offers Scottsdale Residents Nearby Watersports Recreation If you live in the east valley and enjoy boating or water skiing, you are familiar with Saguaro or Canyon Lake.  If you live in Peoria or Surprise, Lake Pleasant is exceptionally close.  But for those that live in the northeast part of the valley, Bartlett Lake

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Ocotillo Townhouses at Cantabria Shores in Chandler

Cantabria Shores Townhouse Surrounded by Ocotillo Golf  Resort and Waterfront Cantabria Shores is located in south Chandler in the Ocotillo area and has some of the best views of any waterfront community in the valley.  This is because of the lake and golf course combination that offers a view not characteristic of typical townhouse developments. 

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Phoenix Az Water Ski Lakes and Water Quality

Water Ski Lake Water Quality Level in Gilbert Az Ski Lake Communities Phoenix area water ski homes and communities are attractive and unique because they offer residents an opportunity to enjoy water skiing and wakeboarding in their own backyard.  When buyers are considering water ski homes for sale, they should understand the added cost and

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A Look At 2009 East Valley Residential Real Estate Home Sales

Chandler and Gilbert Average Prices for Sold Homes in  2008 & 2009. I heard a saying that accurately describes our current media.   It is credited to Mark Twain,  “If you don’t read the newspaper, you’re uninformed.   If you read the newspaper, you’re mis-informed”. I guess the more things change the more they stay the

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Gilbert Scores High As A Safe Community

Town of Gilbert Is Safest Community In Arizona, According to Data According to CQ Press, an independent publisher, Gilbert is among the safest cities in the United States, 24th among cities with over 75,000. For municipalities in Arizona, Gilbert ranks as the safest community.  The analysis used crime and population data as reported to the

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Don’t Overlook This Important Part Of The Inspection Process

Performing Your Due Diligence on Phoenix Waterfront Homes You’ve found the perfect waterfront home in your favorite lake community.  Your offer has been accepted and now the 10 day inspection period begins. There are resources to assist you. The Arizona Department of Real Estate has published the  Buyer Advisory to help buyers understand the documents

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Living Near Phoenix Lakes – Lake Pleasant

Lake Pleasant – The Largest Phoenix Area Lake Water sport enthusiasts,campers and fisherman that live above the 101 freeway in Peoria, Glendale, Ph0enix, Cave Creek, and Anthem will count themselves lucky with their 15 mile or less commute to Lake Pleasant.  They are conveniently located near the largest lake in the Greater Phoenix area that

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