Author Archives: Don and Maureen

HGTV Magazine debuts this month – Get their first issue FREE!

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Don and Maureen

Hearst and HGTV have become partners in a new magazine — called simply enough, HGTV Magazine — that will make its debut on newsstands at the beginning of October. HGTV Magazine gives you decorating ideas, insider secrets and design tips from … Continue reading →

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Inspirations for the week of September 18th 2011

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Don and Maureen

The weather’s FINALLY beginning to cool and with the fall days comes our renewed interest in entertaining, decorating and open windows…  Here are a few photos (gathered from all over the internet) that have inspired me.  Maybe they’ll inspire you, … Continue reading →

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What Women Want in Their Homes

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Don and Maureen

In general, women make most of the household financial decisions. That applies to remodeling projects as well, where female homeowners say they want stylish, eco-friendly counters and floors, plus easy ways to save water and electricity. 8 Top Items on … Continue reading →

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Phoenix cracks Forbes top 10 ‘potential boom cities’

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Don and Maureen

Phoenix Business Journal Date: Monday, July 11, 2011 Phoenix is still a good bet to become a boom economy, despite its troubles in the recent recession, according to a Forbes magazine survey that labeled the next big boom towns in … Continue reading →

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February 11th, 2011 – Today marks the 6 month anniversary of Historic Phoenix’s remodel. Maureen and I spent the summer of 2010 visiting all of Phoenix’s historic districts, walking the sidewalks and through homes for sale, visiting with neighbors and … Continue reading →

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Don and Maureen | Leave a comment

Great article in Wall Street Journal this morning

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Don and Maureen

Did you happen to see the front page of The Wall Street Journal this morning? Here’s a recap of some of the highlights: Buyers in markets around the U.S. are snapping up homes in all-cash deals, betting that prices are … Continue reading →

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Home Tour Season Approaches! Save these dates…

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Don and Maureen

Willo Home Tour – Sunday, February 13th Once a year, the Willo Historic District invites residents and Valley visitors to have an inside look at some of the unique homes that make up the neighborhood.  Willo is Phoenix’s largest historic … Continue reading →

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Buying Still More Affordable Than Renting in Most Cities

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Don and Maureen

By: Joy Leopold of DSNews.com Data released Monday by real estate Web site Trulia says even with the current state of the housing and financial market, it is still more affordable to buy a home than rent one. Trulia’s latest … Continue reading →

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Is a home warranty really worth the cost?

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Don and Maureen

Erica Sagon The Arizona Republic More pre-owned houses are coming with home warranties these days. But when it comes to renewing the warranty – the service contract that shields homeowners from unforeseen repair costs – consumers are asking: is it … Continue reading →

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Rehabiliation Grant Applications for Historic Homes Available

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Don and Maureen

REHABILITATION GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC HOMES AVAILABLE The city of Phoenix Historic Preservation Office is now accepting applications for its Exterior Rehabilitation Assistance Program.  The grant application deadline is Wednesday October 6, 2010 at 5:00p.m. Owners of historic homes that … Continue reading →

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