Those of us living in Northern Arizona are acutely aware of our environment. We live here in part because of our desire to be in close proximity to the natural wonders surrounding us. We also know that healthy snowfall brings visitors to our city and replenishes water supplies. Dark Sky initiatives … [Read more...] about NALA Encouraging Leadership on Environmental Issues
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Do HOA Managers Have to Hold a Real Estate License?
Interesting enough, HOA managers do not have to be licensed by any entity. What does this mean for the consumer? (Concerning HOA management, a “consumer” would be any member of an association or a board member.) When managers are not licensed, consumers are not able to file a complaint with the … [Read more...] about Do HOA Managers Have to Hold a Real Estate License?
Getting the Most Out of Estate Sales
When a family member passes away or transfers to a nursing home, loved ones are often faced with the task of deciding what to do with what’s left behind. While family heirlooms and beloved possessions may be spread among relatives, plenty of nice things (and many not-so-nice things) will need to be … [Read more...] about Getting the Most Out of Estate Sales
It is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
National Lung Cancer Awareness month is November, and it’s also the perfect time to see how far we’ve come in the fight against the number one cancer killer of men and women. The good news is that according to American Cancer Society (ACS) data, more than 430,000 people alive today have been … [Read more...] about It is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Investing in Flagstaff Real Estate
We live in one of the best towns in America. Outdoor Magazine recently named our town Number 7 on their annual Best Places to Live list. Yahoo Finance named Flagstaff as one of the Happiest Cities in America. Countless sources have recognized Flagstaff as a highly desirable place to live. For those … [Read more...] about Investing in Flagstaff Real Estate
Celebrating Arizona’s Winter Wonderland
As one of the snowiest cities in America, Flagstaff has now been proclaimed “Arizona’s Winter Wonderland” by Governor Doug Ducey. “The Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau is excited about the proclamation,” said City of Flagstaff Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen. “This new designation … [Read more...] about Celebrating Arizona’s Winter Wonderland
Need to Purchase Insurance Through the Marketplace?
As of Sunday, Nov. 1, individuals were able to begin enrolling in health insurance plans for 2016 through the Health Insurance Marketplace under the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment dates are Nov.1 through Jan. 31, 2016. Those who do not enroll before Jan. 31 will not be able to enroll in a … [Read more...] about Need to Purchase Insurance Through the Marketplace?
City Council Drowning in Water Issues
We have started into a series of public meetings about our water rates and whether they need to be raised. That question has brought up many more questions. With houses, we charge more per gallon as you use more gallons. This is done to get you to conserve water. Should we also charge commercial … [Read more...] about City Council Drowning in Water Issues
Basic Business Empowerment Program Revamped
One look at Flagstaff’s bustling downtown on each First Friday of the month, and I am reminded how small businesses contribute to personal wealth and job creation. Looking statewide, according to the latest U.S. Census data, small businesses in Arizona employed over two-fifths of the state’s private … [Read more...] about Basic Business Empowerment Program Revamped
Putting an End to High Blood Pressure
When people hear the term “high blood pressure,” most associate it with old age. However, this is not always the case. High blood pressure can occur at any age. According to the National Institutes of Health, 19 percent of young adults have high blood pressure. While high blood pressure is more … [Read more...] about Putting an End to High Blood Pressure