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Follow-up to:Things you may not know about using a Cross Border TrustSM

Posted on: February 17th, 2012

By Diane Olson of the Diane Olson Team In our continuing association with Dale Walters, he is offering a follow-up to a previous blog. Dale Walters is a Cross Border Tax Expert and writer of Buying Real Estate in the US – The Concise Guide for Canadians and he wrote the following for my client(s).   [...]

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Phoenix Real Estate – Supply/Demand

Posted on: February 2nd, 2012

By Diane Olson of the Diane Olson Team Potential home buyers scanning the Phoenix area for good deals should think about acting quickly. After a recessionary dip, the area’s real estate market is beginning to show signs of improvement. Resales ended 2011 on a strong note, generating a higher median sales price and fewer foreclosures [...]

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Homeowners Insurance

Posted on: January 12th, 2012

By Wendy Covarrubias of the Diane Olson Team When you purchase real estate it is important to protect your home/investments; here is some  information and tips to keep in mind. Examples of Types of Coverage: Dwelling Coverage – insures the home Personal Property – Covers damage to, or loss of personal property Other Structures – Covers damage [...]

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Safety Awareness

Posted on: January 5th, 2012

By Pat Eckert of the Diane Olson Team  By law, Realtors cannot tell you where to buy a home, or steer you away from a specific area.  So where do you go to find out about crime or if the location you like is safe? Realtors recommend you do your due diligence by driving around [...]

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Things you may not know about using a Cross Border TrustSM

Posted on: December 29th, 2011

By Diane Olson of the Diane Olson Team In trying to answer questions or concerns that are commonly asked I have often turned to experts for answers in the areas I can’t advise in.  I introduced you to Dale Walters last week in the blog about how to title property in Arizona.  Dale has graciously [...]

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Should I own US real estate in my personal name, in a Cross Border Trust or in a Limited Liability Partnership?

Posted on: December 22nd, 2011

By Diane Olson of the Diane Olson Team   My clients frequently ask me how they should hold title when purchasing a property in Arizona. Since I am not an accountant or a lawyer, I can’t provide that advice therefore I contacted Dale Walters, a Cross Border Tax Expert and writer of Buying Real Estate [...]

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Looking for a Unique Outing for the Day?

Posted on: December 20th, 2011

By Donna Traylor of the Diane Olson Team On a quite day some time back, my husband and I, were looking to do something… not sure what, just wanted to get out and about for awhile.  We had heard about and then saw on national TV where they highlighted the only working olive farm and mill [...]

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How Many Days A Canadian May Be In The United States

Posted on: December 6th, 2011

By Diane Olson of the Diane Olson Team I have been asked over and over again how many days can a Canadian legally stay in the US.  As most know, Canadians wintering in the US are subject to US income tax if they exceed a certain number of days each calendar year.   Recently I spoke [...]

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Hockey in Arizona!

Posted on: December 1st, 2011

By Verna Mead of the Diane Olson Team   One of the most fun things to do here in Arizona (I love going) is to attend a Hockey Game!  As an Arizonian, I have learned quite a bit from Canadians.  Here are some really cool tips on attending games here in Glendale!  when to arrive [...]

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Christmas Decoration – Ideas for Your Arizona Home

Posted on: November 29th, 2011

By Suzette Tzineff of the Diane Olson Team Okay, so we don’t have snow in the valley much during December which may make it hard for you to get into the spirit of Christmas.  It can also be why you see so many decorations here, as it is our way of bring that feeling to [...]

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