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Mike Jones
I show up ON TIME. I do WHAT I SAY I'm going to do. I FINISH what I start. If I mess up, I 'FESS UP & I fix it. In the mortgage business, these 4 things are why you'll want to do business with me.
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Listed by Golden Girls with SW Desert HomesCara Mancuso, Listing agent 520-909-2988Main features of the home:  2645 Square feet home on 3.3 acre property zoned for horses2 x 6 construction frame stucco with dual pane windows, 4th bedroom works as den, guest quarters or Work from home office with private exterior entryThree car garage with built in storage, additional bonus workroom spaceAll new SS kitchen appliances, fresh paint, professionally treated groutValuable crystal chandeliers convey with homeOutside features include:Huge covered front porch, with Walled Front courtyard plus Rooftop balcony with full staircase accessExterior Paint 2021  - Interior Paint including cabinets 2023Inviting pool with waterfall feature overlooking stunning mountain vistas.  Extended pavers and ramada ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
What's going on in Zip Code 85743?85743 is a zip code located in Tucson, AZ, within the town limits of Marana, AZ.It includes neighborhoods such as Continental Ranch, Active Adult Community Sunflower, Tucson Mountain Reserve, Picture Rocks, Old West Ranchettes, and more.(A street view in Sunflower)This week, the median list price for 85743 is $475,000 and in looking at inventory versus demand, remains a strong seller's market.  Active listings for sale this week are currently at 40 homes.Interestingly enough, days on the market for all homes average 78 days.Here's a link to all homes for sale in 85743, as well as all those that have sold in 2023. If you are thinking of selling your home, here's a great reference in viewing the competition, and the contract prices received.(The Pines Gol...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Looking at properties in Oro Valley for sale?Or, perhaps you own a home in Oro Valley and are wondering if NOW is the right time to list.This past week, the median list price was $684,900 in the zip code of 85737.  In 85755, the median list price was $800,000.  First American title reports show a strong sellers' market when comparing sales versus inventory.  Because there are relatively fewer listings than demand warrants, sellers have a bit of an edge over buyers struggling with less homes from which to choose.The more expensive homes are averaging approximately 49 -77 days on the market, with homes with a median price of $785,000 selling in just under 30 days within 85737.  Interestingly enough, homes in 85755 with a median price of $575K are averaging an accepted contract by 21 days....
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
 Are Malls Becoming a thing of the Past in Tucson, AZ?? Metropolitan Tucson is home to several malls - La Encantata, Premium Outlets, Tucson Mall, Foothills Mall, El Con Mall, Park Place Mall - to name a few.  In the past year, residents and visitors along Ina Road have noticed more and more demolition going on at the Foothills Mall, located at LaCholla and Ina Roads in Tucson, AZMany of the stores are gone, and "mall walking" severely curtailed within the largest structure.  AMC Theatres, Barnes & Noble, Uniform Destination, Bath and Body Works and a few restaurants have continued to operate within the main building.  Outskirt businesses such as Applebee's, Outback Steakhouse, Pappoule's, and Kinko's/FedEx are continuing to operate as usual. According to sources at Real Estate Daily ne...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
We may be Mid-May, but there's plenty of happenings going on in Tucson this month!  Get out before it's over 100!!!Here's a great link to the events:  https://thisistucson.com/todo/100-fun-events-happening-in-tucson-this-may-2023/article_0d42ab8a-e92e-11ed-8dda-539d53fc0c9a.html?utm_mediumOne of the ones that I think is great is located in North Marana:It's called Concerts in the Courtyard, and they are held at the Marana Municipal Complex at 11555 W Civic Center Drive.  There's one this Thursday with the OnesAllBand.Just bring chairs or a blanket, and enjoy!  There's food trucks onsite to make it a picnic!!Best of all, it's FREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.  (well not the food trucks!)Whether it's inside or outside, hands on or simply taking it in - Tucson is a fun place to be.If you're thinki...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
New Listing: 5032 W Condor Drive, Tucson, AZ 85742Rocket Homes list median home prices in Tucson for the month of April, 2023, at $399,266, based on all homes listed during the month.Don't miss this opportunity to see this well-kept home this weekend, listed at $335,000, by the Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes.  With 3 bedrooms plus den, as well as 2.5 bathrooms, this 1850 square foot home on .12 acres offers convenience to both nearby schools and recreation center with pool, spa and activity center.Lovingly updated, check out new appliances and fixtures in the kitchen, HVAC duct work, sliding glass doors, new windows upstairs and bathroom improvements.Located at 5032 W Condor Drive in the conveniently Countryside Terrace -- all the amenities of Tucson living are within minutes!Open ho...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Historic Home for Sale in Armory Park, Tucson AZListed by Cara Mancuso, Golden Girls with SW Desert HomesEver wish the walls could talk?  Oh the stories it could tell, especially in a home built in 1906!Lovingly cared for, travel back in time to a community where one sat out on multiple patios and decks, visiting with the neighbors and watching the birds flit through the flowers and shrubbery.Mature landscaping abounds throughout the community and this home on 645 S 3rd Avenue offers towering shade, bountiful citrus, and blooming flora to satisfy every green thumb!Inside, pride of ownership abounds.  This 2 bed, 2 bath home has both wood and cement flooring, a huge primary suite complete with walk in shower, dual vanity, fireplace, and "office" nook!Another plus - covered, off street pa...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
I was reading an online article today about three ways to jumpstart my spring cleaning, and I decided to amend it a bit.Number One was to change our central heating filters.  I don't know about you, but every professional I have spoken to always says "Buy the cheap ones, because the air flow is good, and change them every time you pay your utility bill".  So if you haven't changed your filters since the weather turned cold...perhaps you might want to make a new, new years resolution!  Change often!!!And on the subject of filters -- did you know they should be changed at least every 6 months.  (Not a year)  Think about how skanky your pet waterers get if you don't clean them out!Number Two: Test smoke alarms.  Good call.  Don't wait for the chirp.Number Three:  They say to wipe down wall...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
For Sale: 11384 N Sawtooth Road, Tucson, AZ 85737 Listed by the Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes, Cara Mancuso listing agentLooking for a spacious home to call your own, nestled against a hillside with lovely mountain vistas?This east-facing home catches all the views, sunrises, and afternoon shade - perfect for enjoying your backyard patio.  Potted plants, Orange and Grapefruit trees laden with fruit, extended pavers and a flagstone pathway leading to a cozy front courtyard are just part of the pleasure this home offers. Built in barbecue and covered patio complete the area.Inside, note that the home works as multi-gen with a comfortable bedroom, full bath with walk-in shower on the ground floor.  Formal living and dining areas, plus a great room attached to kitchen, allow you the ver...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
A year ago, my business partner and fellow Realtor, Betty Covey, opened the doors on our partnership.  We'd worked together 10 years at Long Realty in Tucson AZ, (and many years experience in different places before that) and started discussing through 2019, Covid 2020, and 2021 what our business would look like. One year, and one week ago today, we "opened" our own doors with our co-owned real estate company here in Tucson, the Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes.We learned a lot of things our first year about keeping the books, taxes, accounting musts, and foundational set up we'd never much researched.  We also grew.First we started with Betty coming on board as an Associate Broker in April.  She'd needed to get a few loose ends tied up , closed and finished first.  Leslie Gilpatrick a...
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By Jon Quist, Tucson's BUYERS ONLY Realtor since 1996
(REALTY EXECUTIVES ARIZONA TERRITORY)
Sort of. If you are in front of your computer and you see a bunch of email offers that you just know are probably fake, I have invented a little game.I simply hit reply with a blank email and wait for the results.Example. I just did eleven of the 'deals' or of suspicious content.Seven came right back as 'fake' or 'undeliverable'.The solution. Just delete them without opening. No telling what's in the content besides a con job.
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Listed by the Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes, Leslie Gilpatrick, 520-444-9946Here's a home that can make you stop in your tracks and take a second look.  Located in the gated community in Dove Mountain called the Preserve II, this 2353 square foot house offers a tandem 3 car garage, mountain views, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, AND a bonus room.The features are numerous:CEILING FANS IN ROOMS WITH WALL CONTROLLERSENLARGED SHOWER/SOAKING TUB IN THE MASTER SUITEUPGRADED GRANITE KITCHEN COUNTERSEXTRA CABINETRY IN KITCHENCROWN MOLDING ADDED TO ROOMSGUEST WING HAS BUILT IN CABINETRY WITH DESK AND GRANITE TOPSCENTRAL VAC SYSTEMSOFT WATER SYSTEMNEW HVAC SYSTEM (2021) WITH AIR PURIFIER THROUGHOUT HOMENEW DOUBLE WALL OVENFIREPLACE WITH MANTEL IN GREAT ROOMSURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS IN GREAT ROOM AND PATIO...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
This was taken from an email sent from "VisitTucson" this week and it really, really resonated.To quote:  "Deep breath. New year, new you – right? Time to sluff off the holiday weight. Or reinvent your wardrobe. Or spend three months trekking through the wilderness to reveal an undiscovered version of yourself. At least that’s what all the emails in your inbox are you telling you is apt for January.But in Tucson, we’re of a different breed. Don’t get us wrong, we embrace wellness. But we don’t think integrating wellness into your everyday life means you have to reinvent yourself. After all – we like you just the way you are."Tucson.  "We like you just the way you are." It makes me think back to 1998.  I visited Tucson for the first time as an adult.  Coming from Green Bay, WI, it was he...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
December 3 & 4, 2022Oro Valley Marketplace12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pmFree AdmissionComing Soon!  The Oro Valley Festival of the Arts and Holiday Tree Lighting!  This is a two-day Festival connecting art and community held annually.  The Oro Valley Festival of the Arts is the second largest fine art and craft festivals in the area, second only to the 4th Avenue Street Fair.   Besides arts and crafts, there are student performances, jazz music, cultural foods, a Tuba Christmas, free children's art activities and so much more. In Marana, don't miss the Marana Holiday Festival & Christmas Tree LightingSaturday, December 3, 20223:00 PM  9:00 PM11555 W Civic Center Dr. Marana, AZ, 85653  The tree lighting will take place at 6 p.m. with an ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Serving metropolitan Tucson and surrounding areas, The Patch Boys of Greater Tucson may be the solution to your business or residential needs.They offer services in drywall, ceiling, plaster repair.  Drywall Installation, popcorn ceiling removal, and texture matching!  They currently have four crews working for them, so your wait time may be minimal compared to other companies!The Patch Boys of Greater Tucson are available 6 days of week, 8-5, closed Sundays.  631 # 20th Street, Unit 101.  Tucson, AZ 85719  thepatchboys.com/greater-tucson/  Feel free to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.Bio One offers Crime and Trauma scene cleaning, with a 24/7 emergency response at 520-771-5960.BioOne will work with your insurance company, and is licensed and insured.  Suicide, ...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Coming Soon to Del Webb Dove Mountain in MaranaListed by Leslie Gilpatrick, Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes, 520-444-994614033 N Del Webb Trail, Marana, AZ 85658 offered at $575,0002 bedroom, 2 bath home plus den in Gated Active Adult Community. Features "3-car" tandem garage with added storage on .15 acre lotAdded improvements to the home since it was built in 2017Gutters added to home2 Decorative Metal Security Doors added to homeGarage doors were insulatedAttic above the garage was insulatedGarage floor was epoxiedBuilt in cabinets added to the garageEnviro 1044 Water Conditioner was installedHot Water Re-Circulater installedLandscaping added to the Front yardBackyard fully landscaped including gas firepit and built in BBQFencing in backyard has been snake proofedTucson Rolling Sha...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
Good fun to be had by all!Location:  Oro Valley Marketplace12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737Come one, come all to the entrance of the Oro Valley Marketplace and the Century Theatres in Oro Valley!   It's a great place to come shop, eat, and then stay for a few hours of lovely music featuring soul, blues, classic rock, top 40's, swing and more! Mark your calendars for the second Thursday of every month, now through May.  Concert time is 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.This has actually been going on for many years as a partnership between the Town of Oro Valley and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) The program helps to impact economic development while providing exposure to the arts.Next up, in December, are the Wholly Cats Swing Club specializing in Swing, Jazz, and holiday...
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
There are a lot of negative articles out there about there about interest rates, the fall of housing, a bubble, and so-forth.  As a buyer or seller, it's hard to weed-out the reality.However, there are some real truths.Yes, interest rates have all but doubled this year, but looking at the big picture that is real estate, they were also at 7% back in 1970.  Your median house back then was $24,000.  Now, according to the HUD Census, our National median house value is $429,000.Throughout these 50 years, if you look at the attached graph, pricing for housing continues to rise, whether it be quickly, or slowly.  Most of the analysts I've read state that housing will continue to rise at slower rates.  It's rising.Waiting out the market is not the thing to do if you need to buy or sell a home....
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By Cara Marcelle Mancuso, Call a Marana neighbor, I'm THERE!
(Golden Girls with SW Desert Homes)
I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce two of our newest agents, Leslie Gilpatrick and Nicole NelsonLeslie and Nicole bring added dimension to our office with diverse skills and experience!Leslie's quick bio:  Hello, my name is Leslie Gilpatrick.  I am a native New Yorker, and admit this immediately as once I open my mouth, you will have no doubt.  I have lived in the NW area of Tucson for the past 11 years.  I love the weather, the scenery and the beautiful and amazing Saguaros.  I truly enjoy talking with and learning about my clients.  I believe in giving outstanding Customer Service and my one personality trait is I am honest and sometimes blunt to a fault.  I look forward to meeting and working with you.  Leslie @520-444-9946Nicole's quick bio:Growing up in Tucson, Nicole i...
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By Jon Quist, Tucson's BUYERS ONLY Realtor since 1996
(REALTY EXECUTIVES ARIZONA TERRITORY)
Is it just me or have homes now all of a sudden have problems with leaves in their gutters? Maybe for years I missed seeing ad after ad for "leaf filters" ? Nevertheless it seems to be a scale along the lines of a national emergency all of a sudden. I see several ads per day  "Be proactive before the leaves fall this year, with XYZ company". Huh? Did I just miss the barrage of ads all these decades? I ask you.😀
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By Jon Quist, Tucson's BUYERS ONLY Realtor since 1996
(REALTY EXECUTIVES ARIZONA TERRITORY)
Is it just me, or have these criminals become more sophisticated in their techniques? Not only are they still making at least as many calls, but they seem to mostly come from non-working numbers. Is there software for that? How do the criminals know how to find non-working numbers, or do they just generate them on their own? Asking for a friend. 
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