Caleb and Rachel Waters live in a 550-square-foot house. With a nearly two-year-old son and a second baby on the way, their new Flagstaff home will bring some much-needed space. “We could have purchased a 1970s home and spent $100,000 in renovations, but it made more sense to build our own sustainable house,” said Rachel, a museum conservator. Caleb is no stranger to building. As a maintenance mechanic supervisor for the National Park Service, he oversees construction, buildings, roads and … [Read more...] about Economy Boosted by Flagstaff-Area Residential Construction
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Save on Utility Bills
Through December 31st, the City of Flagstaff’s Sustainability Program is announcing a sale on the Energy Retrofit Program. This December, the City of Flagstaff is offering 20% off Residential Energy Retrofits! Take advantage of home energy upgrades at a reduced price and apply today! In celebration of the holidays you can also give the gift of comfort by purchasing an Energy Retrofit for a friend or loved one! Apply at www.flagstaffaz.gov/homes or pick up an application at City … [Read more...] about Save on Utility Bills
Understanding the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
In January, Arizona posted the nation’s highest foreclosure rate, according to the Phoenix Business Journal. According to some reports, the foreclosure rates were up over 36 percent in the last quarter of 2010. Just when it seemed things were improving, it appears, at least for a lot of people, it isn’t. So, where do all those people live after they lose their homes? They rent. For some of those folks, it is the first time in years they have rented and they have long forgot, or maybe they never … [Read more...] about Understanding the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
