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In Town Recreational Area – Tempe Town Lake

Posted on: November 22nd, 2011

 By Eileen Bible of the Diane Olson Team When I just want to get out and not go far, right here in Tempe there is a great place that has lots of activities that I can consider doing. Set adjacent to Tempe’s Mill Avenue District, Arizona State University and the 2,000 acre Papago Park.  [...]

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Some Facts about Arizona

Posted on: November 15th, 2011

By Laura Keyser of the Diane Olson Team  When I am working with clients and we are driving around there are always questions about our state.  So I thought I would share a few with you.  1.     The saguaro cactus blossom is the official state flower. The white flower blooms on the tips of the [...]

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Pricing and Inventory of Homes for the Arizona Real Estate

Posted on: November 8th, 2011

By Jacklyn Mahaney of the Diane Olson Team You would have to live under a rock to not have heard about the great deals that Canadians are getting these days on Arizona Real Estate. Prices on real estate in Arizona are at the lowest points in over a decade.  Demand for rental homes is at [...]

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Importance of Experienced Canada-U.S. Cross Border Tax Specialist

Posted on: November 4th, 2011

By Diane Olson of the Diane Olson Team During the past month I have learned a lot more about cross border taxation and I always stress and recommend that our clients obtain advice from an experienced Canada-U.S. cross-border tax specialist. Although I am not a lawyer or an accountant, there are several ways to take [...]

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Yes, Arizona Has Lakes

Posted on: November 1st, 2011

By Denice Bowyer of the Diane Olson Team        We may appear to be land locked, but we do have large body of water for all your water activities.  In fact there are several scenic lakes within a 40 mile drive of Phoenix.  There are days on our highways that you will see boats [...]

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Arizona Landscaping

Posted on: October 27th, 2011

By Stephanie Dietl of the Diane Olson Team  When purchasing a vacation retreat in Arizona landscaping your yard is a chance to put your personal touches into your new home.  In the sunny state of Arizona you will find that you will be enjoying barbeque and socializing outdoors often.  You can get your hands dirty [...]

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What is a Monsoon?

Posted on: October 25th, 2011

By Patricia Eckert of the Diane Olson Team Wherever you live there is a weather condition that is ‘normal’ (I use the term loosely) for the area.   Arizona has its hot summer and is a state that has a Monsoon Season.  Hot is easy, it is HOT!  But you might ask:  What is a Monsoon?  [...]

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Quick Update: Foreclosure Down in Phoenix Market

Posted on: October 20th, 2011

By Corinne Hale of the Diane Olson Team More good news for one of America’s hardest hits in the real estate market, the foreclosure market has slowed for its 7th consecutive month. In the beginning of 2011, foreclosures titled as high as 43% according to ASU. According to RealtyTrac, foreclosure activity dropped 25% from second [...]

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Arizona Mountains

Posted on: October 18th, 2011

By Jamie Baier of the Diane Olson Team Yes, we have mountains in Arizona!  I love exploring many of the areas, the Mogollon Rim is one.  It is my personal favorite because it is close enough for a day trip of hiking and if you want to camp there is great camping sites throughout! The [...]

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A Gorgeous Getaway – Biltmore Fashion Park

Posted on: October 13th, 2011

By Verna Mead of the Diane Olson Team   When I want to go shopping I love going to the Biltmore Fashion Park.  It is one of the finest outdoor shopping malls located in the center of Scottsdale, Arizona where you can walk leisurely thru lots of stores or just window shop in the interior [...]

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