CLHMS designation is awarded to Institute Members with documented sales performance in the top 10% of their market. Recognized as the mark of accomplishment in luxury markets around the world, the Certified Luxury Home Marketing SpecialistTM (CLHMS) designation assures affluent buyers and sellers that the agents who have earned it have the knowledge, experience, competence, and confidence they require. Earlier this month we completed our Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist … [Read more...]

An evacuation plan for pets or anyone living in your home is a necessity for every home, especially if you live in an area where fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, flooding, and other disasters are a possibility. Many homeowners create evacuation plans for their homes and practice them with their kids, but far fewer have considered one for their pets. Take these steps to add your pets to your evacuation plan. Assign pet evacuation to an adult. Everyone should know how to act during an … [Read more...]

HOW TO CHECK YOUR HOME FOR AIR LEAKS We’re well into the fall season and winter is right around the corner. This is the time of year when it’s especially important to make sure your home is properly sealed. Air leaks can make it difficult to keep your home properly heated and can lead to high utility bills. Here’s quick guide to checking your home for air leaks. Do an air pressure test. You can quickly check for air leaks with a simple test using household items. Seal your home by … [Read more...]

Summer Monsoons in Prescott, AZ. As I write this, I am enjoying the sweet sound of raindrops and the cool breeze that it brings. I know that following this much needed rain, Prescott will be blooming with vibrant flora, our hillsides will be greener, and our creeks will be happy. We needed this! Not only will our nature be blooming, but everything else will become more vibrant very soon including our historic towns shops and restaurants thanks to our fresh clean air and blue skies. We … [Read more...]

Dog Friendly in Prescott, Arizona If you're visiting Prescott Arizona or looking to relocate here, let me tell you about the great Dog friendly spots in Prescott. Pet friendly dining in Prescott Arizona According to BringFido.com there are 31 pet friendly restaurants in Prescott, AZ that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help deciding where to eat? Send us a message and we will tell you our top favorites.  The choices range from your basic Starbucks to Prescott Station and … [Read more...]

4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford By knowing how much mortgage you can handle, you can ensure that home ownership will fit in your budget.   Home ownership should make you feel safe and secure, and that includes financially. Be sure you can afford your home by calculating how much of a mortgage you can safely fit into your budget. Home ownership should make you feel safe and secure, and that includes financially. Be sure you can afford your home by calculating … [Read more...]