Open Houses This Weekend October 19-20 1-4 SW Tucson 3 Bedroom Remodel $159900

Open Houses This Weekend October 19-20 1-4 SW Tucson 3 Bedroom Remodel  $159900

Must see to appreciate this charming remodel.  So many upgrades and enhancements!

• New heating and cooling 5 ton unit, with new registers including soffits, duct work, and venting to family room and laundry room

• New kitchen and master bath cabinets and tops

• Permitted Electrical upgrading including new panel, new switches and outlets

• Plumbing to include replacement of all sinks, faucets, toilets, and all shut off valves

• New carpeting in Family room, including floor leveling

• Repaired roof with new facia and flashing

• Complete interior and exterior paint with drywall repair, texturing

• Replaced all windows and carport door with dual pane glass

• New Mexican tile with accents in kitchen area

• New kitchen appliances

• New lighting fixtures throughout most of home

• Repaired side fences, added wood fencing to back yard

• Addition of landscape gravel, raking, hauling away trash

• Split rail fencing

Add to this a community with pride of ownership, mountain views, and quiet living.

Call to see, Cara Mancuso 520-909-2988 or visit us at our open house weekend, October 19 and 20th, 2013, 1-4 pm.  Hope to see you there!

Address: 4331 S Paseo Don Juan Tucson, AZ 85757
Directions: From Ajo, west to Camino De Oeste - South to Calle Don Juan to Paseo Don Juan to address

Military Memorial at Tahoma National Cemetery in Washington

Military Memorial at Tahoma National Cemetery in Washington

It was an honor seeing my brother recognized in a respectful and lovely ceremony held last Friday, August 9, 2013 at the Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington.

We drove through immaculate grounds to our service site.

Servicemen from several branches were there to greet the attendees.

The service began with a bugler sounding "Taps".

The flag was unrolled, displayed, and offered to our mother, as well as a poppy.  A live firing gun salute took place.

The service ended with a bagpipe rendition of "Amazing Grace".

After, they milled around and spoke with a few of the immediate family, helping to ease the difficulty of losing a loved one.

The Tahoma National Cemetery was established in November of 1993, and works with a Veterans Service Organization Honor Guard Association.  It is made up of the Elks, Eagles, Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Warns and the American Legion, among others.



I'd like to thank them first for their service, dedication, and commitment, and secondly for providing honor to my brother at such a difficult time.

Thank you Tahoma National Cemetery.

Energy Efficient Living in your New Skyranch 4 Bedroom Home for Sale

Energy Efficient Living in your New Skyranch 4 Bedroom Home for Sale

Looking for an environmentally smart home with enhanced construction, insulation, and finishing details?

This 2010 Meritage Home features so many Green features! 

Low VOC paints, finishes (more on VOC paint here), EPA watersense faucets, showers, (EPA website)  irrigation controller, energy star appliances, **Low E2 or E3 vinyl windows,14 SEER HVAC are just some of the standards within this home that is steps above the word "standard".  Step into the foyer and your eye will be caught by the artistic details within and without this home.

Within:  

Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, large breakfast island, upgraded slab granite countertops with custom back splash, pendant lighting. 

Upgraded cabinet package with rollouts & Crown Molding. 

Stainless under-mount sink & Moen faucet. 

Large walk-pantry.

Master bathroom includes soaking tub, large walk-in shower. Executive height dual sink vanity & toilet.

Large laundry room with upper and lower cabinets and sink, pre-plumbed and wired for electric and gas appliances.

The entire home is enhanced with French doors, upgraded lighting and paint, beautiful window treatments and ceiling fans.

Without:   

Extra large covered patio with recessed speakers, lights, TV and ceiling fan. 

Separate fenced custom pebble tec salt-water pool with deluxe in-floor cleaning system, waterfall, kids play area, pool remote control and speakers. Kool decking throughout pool area and patio.  

Premium lot with  front and rear landscaping enhanced with low voltage lighting, low-maintenance water irrigation system, large potted plants, and cacti.

For an array of photos, visit: 

http://www.visualshows.com/flipbook.php?show_id=124831

***Low-e or low emissivity glass has a metal oxide coating.  This coating reflects up to 70% of heat energy, but still allows visible light, keeping the home cooler during summer months.  In the winder, low-e coatings allow absorption of visible light that radiates throughout the home.

Homes for Sale In Gladden Farms, Marana AZ

Scenic Gladden Farms, Marana AZ, is located about 20 miles north of downtown Tucson, a few minutes drive west of I-10 and Tangerine Farms Road. Tangerine Farms Road connects with Tangerine Road at I-10.  (Intersection of I-10 and Tangerine) 

Residents and visitors enjoy a short 5 minute drive along beautifully maintained medians, spacious bike lanes, and cultivated walkways.  The entire roadway is well lit, and kept impeccably landscaped.

Gladden Farms, Marana AZ, is a master-planned community.  (A master-planned community is a development built according to plan specifications that includes homes, apartments, commercial buildings, educational facilities, and community parks, etc) 

Low pricing on single family residences in the area present a wonderful opportunity for home buyers. It's easy to fall in love with the beauty of the area. New homes are being built, parks are being improved, future expansion and development areas are being planned.

Community living is prime.  All in all, there are over 35 acres of lush greenbelts and parks, criss-crossed with 5 miles of paved biking and walking paths, smooth enough for rollerblading, wide enough for wagons and strollers!  Greenbelts are huge - play a game of soccer, football, catch, tag with your dog, or set up a blanket and picnic!  It's a community for adults, sports enthusiasts, nature lovers, bicyclists, and families!

You can read more about the master planned community of Gladden Farms below:

Part 1 of A Pictorial Walk Along the Pathways of Gladden Farms features a sampling of photos covering five miles of trails that criss-cross over 35 acres of greenbelts, gardens, parks, orchards, and pathways.

Part 2 of A Pictorial Walk Along the Pathways of Gladden Farms takes you through the eyes of a child, photographing some of the many parks and fun things for children and families to enjoy in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ.

Part 3 of A Pictorial Walk Along the Pathways of Gladden Farms will show you that living in Gladden Farms, Marana, AZ isn’t just for children.  I’m also going to briefly describe some of the community amenities within a half mile, as the crow flies.  Gladden Farms, Marana AZ is truly an up-and-coming community, a great investment in yourself, your family, and your pocketbook!

Looking for three bedroom homes for sale in Gladden Farms?  Follow this link to learn more about housing for sale and new construction opportunities.  Here's a link to my own premier listing! Always remember to take a buyer's agent along when visiting a new home site.  Site agents work for the seller, and there is no discount for you to show up un-represented.  Call today for more information about new construction homes for sale in Marana and Gladden Farms!

Upcoming 2012 Marana and Gladden Farms Events

Upcoming 2012 Marana and Gladden Farms Events

Movie in the Park at Gladden Farms

December 7, 2012 6:00 movie start

Stonegate Park

Showing:  Elf

Provided:  Free hot chocolate and popcorn.  Bring your chairs and blankets for a great evening under the stars!

Holiday Display Contest at Gladden Farms

The HOA is taking votes for the best decorated homes in Gladden Farms from December 3 to December 20, 2012.  One vote per household.  Cast online at http://www.gfcalifestyle.com/ by going to eforms or by calling the Association office at 682-1357.

Town of Marana Holiday Festival and Christmas Tree Lighting

December  1, 2012 4-8 pm 

Marana Municipal Complex.

Tree lighting at 5:45 with the Mayor 

Provided:  Local performers, Vendors, Hot Air Balloon Glow weather permitting, Cocoa, Cookies, Kids crafts and Mrs. And Mrs. Santa Claus

Koats for Kids, Food for Families to benefit Marana Youth and Families 

Ongoing Drop off locations: Arizona Youth Partnership, Marana Health Center, Marana Community Center, Marana Park & Recreation, Marana Municipal Bldg

Sponsored by Arizona Youth Partnership Teen Outreach Program 

For more information http://www.azyp.org/

Have a Marana VOICE!  Your chance to vote:

Heritage River Park is expanding

The Town of Marana has recently purchased 28 acres

Take a survey to tell them what you would like to see at Marana Heritage River Park http://maranaheritagepark.questionpro.com/

Winter Fitness

Join the Pima Aquatic Club – year round swim team for ages 5 and up

5 pm. To 7 p.m. at Wade McLane Pool by the Marana High School

12000 W. Emigh Road at the Marana High School

Contact Bruce Rock for more information PACBruce@live.com or 520-837-9275.

Lose weight with your Gladden Farms Neighbors!

Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

 Call Debra for more information 579-1710. 

Free support group. Check the group out on Facebook…just search Lite N UP.  

Marana Farmer’s Market

Ongoing:  Tuesdays from  3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

13395 N. Marana Main Street.

2031 N Meteorite Trail, Sun City Oro Valley Active Adult Community Home

2031 N Meteorite: Click to see lots of photos!

Welcome home to this well-loved Santa Cruz model located in beautiful, Sun City Oro Valley.  This is an active adult community with most residents 45+, and no permanent guests under 19.

The home is loaded with distinctive features from the wood flooring, remodeled and updated
kitchen, to backyard laden with citrus. You'll enjoy the open floor plan with airy space in both the combination dining/living room areas, and the great room/eat in kitchen/kitchen area. There is no carpeting in this home!

Upgrades in the past four years include all new kitchen appliances, hardwood and staggered tile flooring,  fans in garage, garage cabinetry, air conditioner, hot water heater, garage door opener. Guests can enjoy their own private, split-bedroom plan with nearby guest bath.  The Murphy bed and combination desk and drawer system stay with the home.

Enjoy your covered back patio, with wide privacy belt on this generous lot of .19 acres.  Professional landscaping includes drip system and Tangerine, Navel Orange, Grapefruit and Fig trees.  I love the Santa Catalina views from the sides and front of the home.

If you'd like to see this home, please contact me at Cara@SWDesertHomes.com or 520-909-2988 (text or call)

Additional furnishings are available through separate invoice.

Affordably priced at $222,900

Snail Mail or Email - What's in Your Business Plan?

Snail Mail or Email - What's in Your Business Plan?

We get a LOT of junk mail.  Our in-boxes are filled with spam and flyers and advertisements on a daily basis. For those of us more techno-savvy- there are filters and auto-generated disbursement into folders, but the general public - well we get it all in one plain online mailbox.

And then there's the good ole US Mail.  Our mail boxes are filled with newspaper flyers, credit card solicitations, and BILLS!  And…lately, LOTS of political STUFF.

So which way do you take your "advertising" as an agent?  Or, as in my case, which way do you distribute your monthly or quarterly-let's-stay-in-touch pamphlet sent out to your SOI? (sphere of influence)

Persuasive arguments currently favor "green", and there are lots of new companies that will help you create and distribute your monthly, bi-monthly, etc. news blurb for a fee.  Are they actually read?

Others submit that in this day of automation, a hand-written card, or personally written newsletter is warmer, more intimate, less likely to end up in the circular file.

So, which way do you go and why? I'd love to hear your comments and opinions.  Is there a best way to reach out and touch someone with your business information and current news?