February 2020
 
Happy February,
 
Hello and welcome to February! I hope your new year has started out well!

If you are in Phoenix you must be loving our wonderful weather! This is the time to get out and enjoy the desert and all the great outdoor activities. I am trying to make time to get out and hike while the weather is great. I have hiked many of the great trails in both Scottsdale and Phoenix. If you need a suggestion for a get hike just give me a call.

The Real Estate market in Phoenix is prime for selling homes right now! The only problem is we are in dire need of listings. Our numbers show that supply is below half its normal level. Buyers are desperately looking for homes but are having a difficult time finding anything.  If you are thinking of selling now is REALLY a great time!

I am including a recipe this month that has become a family favorite, especially this time of year. It is a yummy Chicken Wild Rice Soup that is very good and hearty. I have taken a couple of recipes and melded them together over time to get what we feel is the best taste. Give it a try and let me know what you think?

Until next month take care and be well. As always, I am here for any of you or your family/ friends Real Estate needs.

Warmly,
Cindy

Articles


Metro Phoenix Population Growth: 
City To Add 1 Million People By 2030

Street Scout
By Catherine Reagor | January 26th, 2020


Metro Phoenix is expected to grow by 1 million people during the next decade. That will be like adding a city the size of San Jose, California or Austin, Texas to the Valley.

The billion-dollar question is where all those new residents will live. Most of the available land is on the edge of the West Valley and deep into Pinal County in the southeast Valley. About 5 million people already call metro Phoenix home, and the region already faces infrastructure and housing affordability issues.

Mark Stapp, director of the Master of Real Estate Development program at Arizona State University, acknowledges the challenges. "There are opportunities with our expected growth, but there are also issues that need to be addressed now," Stapp said at an ASU event this past week called "Where will we put another 1 million people?"

Top Arizona developers and planners attended the meeting, which focused on how to accommodate the Valley's next growth spurt.

VALLEY GROWTH SHIFT

About 35% of the Valley's current population lives in Phoenix, 34% live in the East Valley, 22% in the West Valley and 10% in Pinal County, according to MAG. In 25 years, metro Phoenix is expected to grow to 7 million people.  The growth is expected to shift with the population spread out like this: 30% living in Phoenix, 27% in the East Valley, 28% in the West Valley and 15% in Pinal.





Water Heater Replacements a Good Bet in Today's Energy-efficient Driven Market
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties | 
Maria Hill 


When considering purchasing a home, prospective buyers often have a long list of questions they'd like answered before making a final decision. And, with more buyers being energy-conscious today, they may be put off by large energy, heating and water bills that are a direct result of old systems and non energy-efficient offerings.

While savvy house hunters will most certainly ask about the age and condition of the basic systems and appliances in your home, it's important to think carefully about which upgrades make the most sense before placing your home on the market.

One change to strongly consider is the water heater. If your unit is anywhere between 10-15 years old, upgrading can be a big improvement, catching the attention of a prospective buyer. New models are up to 20 percent more efficient and can save up to $700 in energy costs over the life of the unit. Of course, it's always a good idea to research your options before choosing a replacement.







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Buckeye Airport
3000 S. Palo Verde Rd. Buckeye, Az
Date: February 7, 2020 To February 9, 2020
Recurring Daily
Time: 8:00 Am To 5:00 Pm
Price: Free
Phone: (623) 349-6331
 
Old Town Scottsdale
Drinkwater Blvd And Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, Az
Date: February 8, 2020
Time: 10:00 Am To 4:00 Pm
Price: Free
Phone: (602) 320-1483
 
Salt River Fields At Talking Stick
7555 N Pima Rd. Scottsdale, Az
Date: February 8, 2020 To February 9, 2020
Recurring Daily
Time: 11:00 Am To 6:00 Pm
Price: $8 | Kids 12 And Under Free
Phone: (480) 270-5000
            
Santan Brewing Company Downtown Chandler
8 S. San Marcos Place Chandler, Az
Hosted By: Santan Brewing Company Downtown Chandler
Date: February 13, 2020
Time: 6:00 Pm To 8:00 Pm
Price: $65 Per Seat
Phone: (480) 917-8700
 
Aj Chandler Park
178 E Commonwealth Ave Chandler, Az
Date: February 15, 2020
Time: 12:00 Pm To 9:00 Pm
Price: $8 General Admission; $45 Big Easy Lounge
 
Gilbert Civic Center
50 E Civic Center Dr Gilbert, Az
Date: February 15, 2020
Time: 11:00 Am To 4:00 Pm
Price: $7 For 13 And Older, 12 And Under Free
Phone: (602) 341-5724
 
Down Town Fountain Hills
16837 E Palisades Blvd Fountain Hills, Az
Dates: February 21 - 23, 2020
Time: 10:00 Am To 5:00 Pm
Price: Free
Phone: (480) 837-1654
 
Cave Creek Craft Beer Festival
Stagecoach Village
7100 E Cave Creek Road Cave Creek, Az
Date: February 29, 2020
Time: 1:00 Pm To 5:00 Pm
Price: $45 Regular Admission $60 Vip Admission
Phone: (480) 488-6636
 
Dr. Aj Chandler Park
178 E Commonwealth Ave Chandler, Az
Date: February 29, 2020
Time: 12:00 Pm To 9:00 Pm
Price: $10-$15 Ga / $100-$150 Vip
 
Tempe Beach Park
80 W Rio Salado Pkwy Tempe, Az
Date: February 29, 2020 To March 1, 2020
Recurring Daily
Price: $99+
 
Phoenix Raceway
7602 S Avondale Blvd Avondale, Az
Date: March 6, 2020 To March 8, 2020
Recurring Daily
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Price: See Website For Ticket Prices
Phone: (623) 463-5400
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