Steffy's Notes

Renee Hahn put together a great guide with excellent check lists for settling in your new home. What Happens After Closing ? A New Homeowner’s Guide to Settling In You’ve crossed the finish line on closing day... signed the mountain of paperwork, picked up the keys, and maybe even popped a bottle...

I missed this week’s Tuesday call about North Carolina’s economy and real estate, and Debe Maxwell, CRS’s presentation. However, I caught up by reading the recap blogs from other members — and I especially loved Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist’s post “Welcome to North Carolina.”One t...

This Tuesday at our regular Zoom meeting, the presenter, Bob "RealMan" Timm, shared his experience of running a podcast for many years. Bob cleverly solved the challenge of creating his own podcast studio by renting equipment and space at a local radio station. What began as a real estate podcast...

E Orville Dr., Florence, AZ 85132 – $40,000Prime 1.279 Acre Lot – General Rural Zoning (GR)Have you been dreaming of building your own home in the Sonoran Desert? This 1.279-acre lot offers the perfect blend of wide-open space and proximity to everyday conveniences. Located just south of Florence...

Attractive Investment Opportunity in Columbus, OH.  Looking for a smart investment property in Columbus? This three-unit triplex just got even better with a new price of $215,000! Why You’ll Love This Property: 3 Units | Each with 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath Durable block construction = low maintenance 3 ...

6381 E Lush Vista View, Florence AZ 85132 — a clean and well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with 1,576 sq. ft. of living space. This two-story home offers peace of mind with a brand-new HVAC system (2024) and a freshly painted exterior (2024).The interior is ready for your personal touch—mov...

Check out those three signs to see if you are ready to buy your first home. Buying your first home is a major milestone—both exciting and a little overwhelming. It’s not just about finding the perfect house; it’s about making sure your life, finances, and future plans are aligned with this big st...

One extraordinary place I make a point to visit at least once a quarter is Taliesin West—Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic winter residence in Scottsdale, Arizona. Each time, I find something new to admire. The tour guides have shared fascinating stories over the years - adding different angles and fre...

Did you know that June 2nd is celebrated is the longest-used area code for  Phoenix? Check out on the link below the discounts that many small businesses are offering today.City of Phoenix: 2025 602 Day Business Participant List by Phoenix Community & Economic Development - IssuuPerusing through ...

This is my entry in the May 2025 Challenge: If I Had To Start Over... in which our Active Rain members Carol Williams and Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 invited us to participate.If I had the chance to rewind time and start my real estate career all over again—with today’s tools, every hard...