Donna Ball's Lake Havasu Real Estate Blog

Saint Patrick's Day has just passed, Spring is just around the corner and April is on its way.  These things put me in mind of the color green, which led to thinking green living, which then reminded me of the new tax credit available to homeowners in Lake Havasu. Lake Havasu homeowners can tax a...

Buyers seem to be getting off the fence and taking advantage of affordable home prices and low interest rates here in Lake Havasu City.  The Lake Havasu Association of Realtors reported 105 sales in February, with another 153 sales pending escrow.  It was also reported that the number of active l...

Today and tomorrow (February 20th & 21st), vendors will be gathering on Main Street, from Smoketree to Mulberry, in Lake Havasu City to show off all the toys for all the big girls and boys.  These toys include boats, motorcycles, ATVs, 4 wheelers and stereo equipment.  This fun event will be taki...

It's good news for Lake Havasu home buyers.  Sales of single-family homes in Lake Havasu City in January 2009 were up over 25% from the same time last year (87 homes sold in January 2009 compared to 65 in January 2008). T he median price of a Lake Havasu home has decreased considerably from a yea...

This weekend, as many as 40,000 people are expected to descend upon the Uptown Main Street district of Lake Havasu to view, sample and buy goods from over 260 vendors.  Jewelry, custom clothing, body care products and home decor are just a few of the items that will be for sale Saturday, February...

Are you looking for a good guacamole recipe for your Super Bowl party on Sunday?  I thought I would share my family recipe with you for what is the absolute best-tasting guacamole you could ever eat.  You can make any changes you want to it to suit your tastes, but here is what our family chomps ...

Do you often find that there never seems to be enough space, no matter the size of the room?  Here are some easy and stylish ways to store your things: 1. Install a pull-out bin below your bar to keep your alcohol bottles within easy reach without cluttering the bar. 2. Store extra writing implem...

It happens so many times each year.  Homeowners spend time and money to finish their basement.  For many homeowners, it's a great retreat.  However, most basements that get finished don't get the upkeep they need.  Even if you view your basement as a rugged play room, it still deserves the same t...

In today's housing market, you don't have to spend so much time negotiating to get a good bargain.  You just need to know where to find a great bargain price that's already on the market. Many people have been looking for unrealistic discounts when trying to negotiate.  It can be better for some ...

Registration is currently underway for Lake  Havasu City's 9th Annual Spring Frenzy, a week long even that will be taking place February 2nd - 8th at the Aquatic Center.  Sponsored by the Lake Havasu City Parks & Recreation Department, this annual event is open to anyone ages 50 and older and is ...