New Caesars Hotel Coming to Scottsdale
Proposed site for the new Caesars Hotel. Have you been wondering what is going to happen to the empty parcel of land on the north side of Scottsdale Fashion Square? Well, wonder no more. According to the Arizona Republic, Caesars … [Read More...]
Scottsdale Christmas Tree Collection
This year, 2019, there are two options for the disposal of your live, now dead, Christmas tree. Please note that the Christmas Tree Round-up is from Saturday, January 5th to Sunday January 13th. Option 1 - The City of Scottsdale will have … [Read More...]
Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade
On December 9, 2017 SRP will once again sponsor the Tempe Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade on Tempe Town Lake. There is quite a line up of events, shopping, the parade, fireworks afterward. And it should all take place on a beautiful day and evening at … [Read More...]
A Housing Bubble in Phoenix?
In this video I answer the question I get asked most about Phoenix real estate. Besides, "what does the D stand for?", which can be answered here. Ok. So, the second most asked question these days is, "Do you think there is a housing bubble … [Read More...]
The Levee Trail – A great family hike
Last weekend my wife and I were looking to take our two boys (ages almost 4 and 7) on a great little hike in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. One of the many things we love about living in Scottsdale is the ease of access to a ton of different outdoor … [Read More...]
McCormick Ranch Railroad Park
I grew up in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and I have a plethora of fond childhood memories of the McCormick Ranch Railroad Park. It really is a gem in the middle of the city. One that I frequent with my own children now. The park has two … [Read More...]
My Family Friendly Scottsdale
You already know that Scottsdale is a great place to dine, enjoy nightlife, golf and live a resort lifestyle. What you may not know is that it is also extremely family friendly. I am a married thirty something with two beautiful kids and have lived … [Read More...]
Astronomy Evening in Scottsdale
On Friday, April 17, 2015, at 7:30 PM, at Pinnacle Peak Park (map), the City of Scottsdale will be hosting a really unique event, Astronomy Evenings. Enjoy a beautiful desert evening under the stars and learn about some of the objects visible in … [Read More...]
Lets talk about that D.
No, not that d. Get your mind out of the gutter. I am talking about the D in D. Patrick Lewis. Besides, how is the real estate market these days? It is by far the second most asked question I get. So what does the D. stand for anyway? I … [Read More...]
6 of My Favorite Places to Eat in the Biltmore area
While I love to travel around this great state I also like staying closer to home. I was very fortunate to grow up in one of the most thriving and family-oriented neighborhoods of Arcadia and the Biltmore. These areas have grown by leaps and … [Read More...]