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Home Inspections

November 6, 2011
Home Inspections

Buying a home in Arizona is no different than buying a home back in Canada. It is important to get the home inspected before the final acceptance is made. Nobody wants surprises. Arizona homes are built different from what we are used to. It therefore makes sense that there could be issues with a...

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It’s that time again!

October 1, 2011
It’s that time again!

Today being October 1st means that tens of thousands of Snowbirds will be thinking of heading out for their winter homes. As I mentioned in my last article, we have already made the trek to Maricopa and we are soaking up the sunshine. However, for those of you who are still in the planning...

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Doing it Different.

September 27, 2011
Doing it Different.

For the last four years my wife and I have spent Christmas in Arizona. I have avoided the on slot of the snow and the work and discomfort that accompany it. As you can see, I am not a winter person. I prefer warmer weather wearing T-shirts 12 months a year and sitting outside...

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Maricopa Market Notes–Aug – 2011

August 26, 2011
Maricopa Market Notes–Aug – 2011

Thanks to Jay Shaver of The Maricopa Real Estate Company for allowing me to re-post the information below. Market Notes August 21, 2011: The market numbers have been fairly consistent over the last 60 days, with active listings deviating very little from week to week, and closings averaging right around 40 from week to...

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Canadian License Plates in August?

August 10, 2011
Canadian License Plates in August?

It has been reported that there are a few Canadian vehicles roaming the streets of Maricopa. Can this be true? And if it’s true, what’s up? Well it seems that there actually may be more Canadians visiting Maricopa now, in August than there has been in the past. Two reasons come to mind as...

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Are you paying Property Tax penalties?

July 10, 2011
Are you paying Property Tax penalties?

As in Canada, Pinal County has due dates on which property taxes MUST be paid. Failing to pay them will cause penalties to accrue on your tax bill. You can check your tax status HERE and entering your name and following the appropriate link. While most Canadian home owners have their address listed with...

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