Everything You Need to Know about Land Use
Throughout the land buying process, you will inevitably come across parcels with specific planned uses, and navigating these different types of land can seem confusing. Once you understand and know the land zoning classification, you can quickly determine what land type will fit your needs or the needs of those you intend to sell the […]
8 Mistakes to Avoid When Building a New Home
Breaking ground on the home you always dreamed of is an exciting prospect, and while building a home comes with a number of rewarding responsibilities, it can also make for an overwhelming process. Mistakes happen, but when they happen to your new home plans, they could cost you. To avoid any headaches and unnecessary expenditures, […]
The Best of Tucson: Mount Lemmon
Embarking on a summer retreat never looked better than from the summit of Mount Lemmon, at an outstanding elevation of 9,158 feet. It truly feels like you’re on top of the world as you overlook the Sonoran Desert and Coronado National Forest — hence its loving title “Sky Island.” To give you some backstory, Sara […]
6 Things to Consider When Buying Land
Going through the land buying process can be an exciting journey. You’ll discover that so many options and opportunities exist, and you may fall in love with a particular parcel with the best views. Several factors go into finding the right land, and it’s important to do a lot of research beforehand or double-check with […]
Escape the Heat: Tucson’s Best Daycation Resorts
Looking for a place to escape this summer? Try a staycation resort! In a previous blog, “10 Cool Things To Do in Tucson When It’s Hot Outside,” I discussed some ways to stay cool when the summer heat comes to town. Seeing as Tucson temperatures hover in the triple digits during summer, tourists often choose […]
10 Cool Things To Do in Tucson When It’s Hot Outside
Arizona summer is fast approaching, and that means LOTS of heat. But Arizona summers are not all bad, there’s still so much to do in Tucson while staying cool. Even if the summer days keep many people inside, there are still plenty of fun ways to beat the heat in Tucson. Try All Different […]
3 Benefits of Planting Native Vegetation
Recently, Tucson residents came forward expressing their displeasure with the city’s removal of native vegetation outside the City Council Ward 3 office, shared on Patch.com. At one time, groups of volunteers and staff took the time to meticulously plant beds of wildflowers, milkweeds, vines, and more. Now, a pile of dirt and rocks sits in […]
Best Internet Providers for Rural Tucson Areas
No Comcast or Cox Service? No problem. Keep reading for alternate internet providers to connect your home with fast and reliable internet service! If you haven’t noticed, Tucson is experiencing a huge uptick in land activity, offers, contracts, and closings. Tucson’s land market is drawing an influx of out-of-state buyers as well as many […]
Four Tips for Creating Your Ideal Arizona Desert Garden
Desert gardening takes a different type of green thumb. After all, desert conditions consist of low water availability, low-nutrient soil, and exceptionally high temperatures. Despite the desert’s inadequate environment for growing most plants, places such as Arizona contain a lush diversity of flora acclimated to the climate. So, while an Arizona garden may not contain […]
5 Ways to Make Your Neighborhood Safer
Home can be a safe haven, and when our home is encroached upon by trespassers, we feel unsafe. In an earlier blog post, “What Makes Tucson AZ One of the Safest Places to Live,” I broke down what criteria made Tucson, AZ, a safe place to live. And while Tucson is safer than most, there […]