Living free in AZ

Actually, it's not about me. What matters is my putting my client's interests first and foremost. In real estate, it isn't what you don't know that will come back to bite you, it's what you don't know you don't know. For instance, years ago a young couple sold their home without the help of an agent, thinking they would save having to pay a sales commission by selling as a "FISBO", or "For Sale By Owner". Whether they were aware of it or not, their property was located in a FEMA designated flood zone and, unfortunately for the young couple, they failed to disclose that information to the Buyer. Murphey's Law, shortly after the sale there was a major flood. The property was damaged, the Buyer took the Sellers to court and the Buyer prevailed. The young couple had to pay for the damages plus the Buyer's court costs and legal fees. There are many reasons that real estate transactions end up in court, but the number one reason transactions end up in court is because of disclosure issues. If they had employed a licensed agent to protect their interests, this costly litigation would not have happened. The real estate transaction process is often described as a minefield of potential legal complications. It requires a seasoned professional who can help his clients avoid pitfalls and navigate a transaction to a successful closing. "The real estate process isn't a sprint, it's more like a marathon, through a minefield." Roger Eads

Q: Living free? Free from what? A: Free from smog, freeway gridlock traffic, long lines at the grocery store, the bank etc., high crime rate, restrictive gun laws, heavy taxes, light pollution (we have the Milky Way Galaxy). Q: How much is the Arizona State Income Tax? A: For the 2023 tax year (taxes filed in 2024), Arizona will begin a flat tax rate of 2.5%. Q: What is the population of Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley and Paulden? A: Prescott - 46,833, Prescott Valley - 48,188, Chino Valley - 13,492, Paulden - 5,003 Q: Is it always windy? A: No, but when the seasons change it does get windy. We are fortunate to have four distinct seasons but none are severe. Summer high/low average temperatures in Prescott are 85/51 in June, 88/59 in July, 85/57 in August, and 80/50 in September. Winter high/low average temperatures are 51/23 in December, 51/22 in January, and 54/25 in February. Q: Are there any hospitals in Prescott? A: Yes, Yavapai Regional Medical Center has an east campus in Prescott Valley and a west campus in Prescott which is also home to the James Family Heart Center which is one of the best heart centers in the country.