10 Scottsdale home maintenance tasks to save thousands

Most homeowners feel pretty good about keeping up with the obvious stuff. The grass gets mowed, the walls get a fresh coat of paint every few years, and the house stays reasonably clean. But here's the thing about homeownership that nobody really warns you about: the tasks that matter most are often the ones you never think to look for.

The numbers are honestly a little surprising. Research shows that around 60% of homeowners have put off maintenance or repairs they knew needed attention, and nearly half have ended up paying for a major fix that could have been prevented entirely with a little routine care. That's not a knock on anyone. Life gets busy, and it's genuinely hard to prioritize something you can't see deteriorating in front of you.

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No Partner, No Problem: Single Women Are Buying Homes at Record Rates

Beyonce and all the single women

The face of today's typical homebuyer might surprise you. For a long time, the idea of buying a house was wrapped up in this very specific picture: a couple, probably married, pooling two incomes together to afford a down payment and split a mortgage. That image has been plastered across real estate ads and financial advice columns for generations. But real life in 2024 looks a lot different, and the actual data on who's buying homes right now tells a story that almost nobody saw coming.

I have to go back to around 1985. I was getting divorced and wanted to get my own place. I was told by multiple people (all men) that no one would give a mortgage to a single woman. I proved…

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Before You Build: What Homeowners Need to Know Before They Spend Real Money | WL3 Designs

WL3 Designs | Homeowner Guest Article

Before You Build: What Homeowners Need to Know Before They Spend Real Money

Most residential projects do not go sideways because the homeowner had a bad dream. They go sideways because someone moved too fast, priced too early, skipped feasibility, trusted incomplete drawings, or assumed permitting would somehow sort itself out later. That is how small decisions quietly become very expensive problems.

Written for homeowners, buyers, and investors By William Leipart | WL3 Designs Residential focus: additions, garages, pools, ADUs, custom homes

Over the years, I have watched homeowners lose time,…

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April flowers

April has a way of sneaking up with a little bit of everything—and this month’s newsletter is no exception.

Right outside our window, we’ve been watching something pretty special unfold in our rose bush. What started as a quiet little nest has turned into a daily reminder to slow down and appreciate the small, fleeting moments that are so easy to miss. It’s amazing how something so tiny can bring so much joy—and perspective.

Of course, April also means getting out and enjoying everything happening around town. From local events to can’t-miss activities, there’s no shortage of ways to soak up the season here in Scottsdale. Whether you’re looking for something festive, active, or just a reason to enjoy the beautiful weather, I’ve rounded up a few…

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