By FERNANDA SANTOS APRIL 28, 2016 Hungry and disoriented because of an unseasonably warm winter, some unwanted creatures are invading backyards in Arizona. Look out for scorpions. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The scorpions that scurry around this desert region emerged from their winter slumber early this year. Usually dormant until late March, the creatures came out in
by phoenix.about.com | Judy Hedding, Phoenix Expert Prepare to Leave for the Summer – One to Two Weeks Before In April and May our winter visitors retreat to their northern U.S. and Canadian homes where the summers are not as harsh. If you close up any home for several months there is some preparation involved. Because
According to the Douglas Fire Department, it has started receiving of calls regarding bees, as a result they have compiled a list of what to do to be safe around bees and what to do if attack. The Douglas Fire Department has responded to 6 calls for people concerned about bees already this month. One
Residents Encouraged to Take Action during National Home Safety Month in June from Kidde New smoke alarm regulations can help keep Phoenix families who live in homes with battery-powered smoke alarms safer, while also reducing smoke alarm maintenance. As of April 2014, homeowners must install 10-year, sealed-battery smoke alarms when replacing outdated, missing or damaged
Amanda Marsh, Bisnow NY The early findings of IREM’s annual Job Analysis report are out—and there’s a surprising trend. Of the over 1,400 North American real estate management professionals surveyed, the majority believe the top 10 areas of knowledge required for their job all relate to people or soft skills. “Soft skills and people skills
By Andrew Beattie | Investopedia From the first decision to invest in real estate to actually buying your first rental property, there is a lot of work to be done. This task may be daunting for the first-time investor. Owning property is a tough business and the field is peppered with land mines that can
By Tony Sena | Zillow As a property manager or landlord, there are 12 steps you should take in getting a rental property ready to show to new prospective renters. “Rent ready” means the property has been cleaned, repaired, or remodeled and that it’s in rent-able condition for new tenants. Here is a 12-point checklist
By Cynthia Wilson | Angie’s List Do you love the look of your laminate wood flooring, but worry it’s a health hazard? You’re not alone. The Environmental Protection Agency, along with some other state health agencies, is examining formaldehyde content in composite wood flooring to set guidelines for emission standards. The agency says it will
by Paul Esajian | Fortune Builders The best real estate apps being used today award both buyers and sellers the opportunity to be efficient. Along with relationships, efficiency is a key ingredient for success among professionals in the industry, and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Social media and mobile apps have granted professionals in
by Marcia Stewart @ Landlord Tenant Law Firms Whether you own a single-family rental home or a large apartment complex, property insurance is crucial to protect your rental property from many types of perils. An experienced agent will analyze your rental operation and recommend a policy for you. What Property Insurance Covers Most property insurance
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