Questions that we ask homeowners in Arizona during the initial planning phases of designing a new dream kitchen include who will use the kitchen, how often, and who will clean the space. If homeowners are avid cooks, we ask if they mind cleaning their...
Here at TraVek, we realized that many of our clients had the same questions, especially those who have never remodeled before. That was what prompted the idea to put together a book of some of the common questions and information that people are...
If the kitchen is the epicenter of the home, then countertops are the epicenter of the kitchen. It’s where almost every kitchen activity begins and ends. Because countertops are one of the first things you see when you enter a kitchen, they naturally...
One of my favorite cookies is the timeless snickerdoodle. The comforting scent and taste of cinnamon with the tang of cream of tarter. Only homemade will do though because the store-bought ones just never taste quite right. While the ingredients already lend this...
From HousingWire.com Historically, retirees have always put Scottsdale high on their list of destinations when looking to take advantage of lower home prices, larger lots, agreeable weather, and low cost of living. But the Scottsdale housing market, and Arizona as a whole, has...
From the National Association of Realtors How is the housing market in Arizona affecting the local economy? These reports outline the total economic impact of real estate related industries on the state economy, as well as the expenditures that result from a single...
Nothing is more refreshing in the summertime than this citrus delight! Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust Crust Ingredients: 1 cup butter 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups + 2 TBSP flour Lemon Filling 2 cups granulated...
From the Washington Post Like many families who experienced the severe disruption of 2020, Janice and Don Markell made a major life change by asking Janice’s mother to live with them, accelerating their plan for an eventual move to Florida. “We were living...
From National Association of Realtors (NAR) “Mortgage rates dropped further this week although the 10-year Treasury yield rose in response to higher inflation. Specifically, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 2.94% from 2.96% the previous week. With the job market adding fewer jobs...
As huge fans of Dave Ramsey and avid listeners of his show on KTAR here in the valley, Alex and I couldn’t pass up on the chance to see Ramsey Solutions while we were in Nashville, TN, meeting with fellow members from our...