map of arizona showing scottsdale real estateLate last year I received a call from a man who moved to Arizona for a job offer. He got my name from a prior client of mine in Illinois. He couldn't remember her name as it was from a series of friends and relatives that passed my name along to him because of my prior client's referral. I contacted my client to see if she was the one that referred him, and she confirmed. It was bothering me that he didn't know who it was since I always like to thank anyone that sends me a referral.

He was coming from my prior state of Illinois

In fact, he was coming from the same town we lived in before we moved to Arizona back in 2009. He and his wife owned a large house that they didn't have to sell. But even though they didn't have to sell that one to make a…

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pretty landscaping at a scottsdale home for sale

Homeowners preparing their homes for selling in the foreseeable future have to consider both inside and outside. Therefore, if you wish to increase the value of your home, be sure to check out home staging tips and not neglect the outside. After all, your front yard is the thing that will leave the first impression on your potential buyers. So, be sure to make it count. We consulted the experts in the field and are glad to share some of the best landscaping ideas. Enjoy reading!

The list of best landscaping ideas to up your home's value

If you plan to move from Arizona to Texas, you will first need to sell your existing home. Interstate relocations can get pricy, so it's wise to upgrade your Arizona house to get a great offer. So, once you…

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Choosing between different wall art when staging your Scottsdale home for sale

A well-staged property can entice a buyer to view a listing, and even something as simple as the artwork you select can make or break the sale of your Scottsdale home. Your experienced Scottsdale real estate agent will probably tell you the same. Although everyone's taste in design differs, picking the correct artwork for your home when staging can help buyers imagine themselves living there. Thus, choosing the right art when staging your Scottsdale home is very important. We've prepared simple tips to help you select art pieces that will help buyers fall in love with your home.

Tips for choosing the right art when staging your Scottsdale home

If you want to position your home well for sale, ensuring you have the appropriate artwork is critical.…

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the entrance to carlsbad tavern in scottsdale azDid you ever go back to a restaurant that you thought you loved and remembered why you stopped going? That was the revelation when we went back to Carlsbad Tavern in Scottsdale after many years from our last visit.

Our friend, who used to live in Arizona, was visiting us and wanted to go there. He was the person that introduced Carlsbad Tavern to us many years ago. I had such good memories.

It looks cute as soon as you walk up to the entryway, which is nicely lit at night. Then you step into the pretty patio with a waterfall. I think the last time I went was with Jimmy and we sat on the patio at a 2-person table. And I think that was the time I ordered something and had a difficult time eating it because it was so spicy. But I forgot about that.

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