Prescott AZ Day Trip to Jerome AZ (photo courtesy of toestubber on flickr.com)

A fun day trip from Prescott AZ is a visit to Jerome AZ.  Located on top of Cleopatra Hill at 5,200 feet this historic copper mining town is known as the “Largest Ghost Town in America” and “America’s Most Vertical City”. 

This town has battled through four fires, the Depression which slowed mining operations, and population decline to become a bustling tourist magnet and artistic community.  A great photographic destination, Jerome AZ offers Prescott visitors a chance to see buildings built just before the 20th century while browsing through gift shops, artist galleries, and museums.

Just another great attraction that Prescott AZ residents can utilize while living in Prescott. 

Tim Anderson, a Prescott AZ realtor, can give you many more Prescott area attractions to visit after you relocate to Prescott AZ.  Tim Anderson can be contacted at (928) 308-9595 or by email with all of your relocation questions.

Prescott AZ Ranked as Best Place to Retire...Again (photo courtesy of jcwestbrook on flickr.com)

The website www.topretirements.com once again placed Prescott AZ on their list of the “100 Best Places to Retire List for 2010″.

Ranking high at #3, Prescott AZ was an easy pick for the best place in US to retire to due to the numerous active adult retirement communities that border the Prescott National Forest to the south and west.

The warm climate and interesting setting has also been a draw for retiring baby boomers. Of course the vast variety of Prescott AZ retirement homes has kept pace with the demands of relocating Prescott retirees as they can choose between town properties or in an active adult community with or without golf or gated options.

Tim Anderson, a Prescott AZ real estate agent, is on hand to show you the best Prescott AZ retirement homes available today. Let Tim Anderson find your perfect Prescott residence by contacting him at (928) 308-9595 or by email.

4500 W Carriage Ln, Prescott AZ

A beautiful piece of luxury real estate in Prescott AZ is the residence at 4500 W. Carriage Lane. 

This gorgeously decorated home features intricate mason and timber details inside and outside the home as well as fantastic landscaping. 

This luxury 3,627 square foot property is 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and sits on 8 acres.  A gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, ornately designed bathrooms and a stunning entrance will make you feel right at home. Truly this isn’t a house to be missed. 

Tim Anderson, a Prescott AZ realtor, can show you this luxury Prescott AZ property for sale or other Prescott AZ real estate for sale.  Tim Anderson can be contacted at (928) 308-9595 or by email.

Prescott AZ (photo courtesy of koiart66 on flickr.com)

Retirees know a great place when they see one, which is why retirement in Prescott AZ is so enticing.

Great golf courses, such as the Talking Rock Golf Club or the Hassayampa Golf and Country Club, keep retirees on par. If an outdoor adventure is more your thing, Prescott AZ is surrounded by beautiful ponderosa pines and over 450 miles of hiking trails.

Of course the health care access in Arizona is superior due to famous hunch hospitals such as the famous Mayo-Clinic.

The area around Prescott is also quite impressive, Phoenix is 90 miles away and famous US vacation spots such as the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas are just a short trip away.

Retiring in Prescott AZ is truly a great opportunity no matter what you are looking to do during your golden years.

Tim Anderson, Prescott Arizona’s finest realtor, would be happy to show you retirement homes in Prescott AZ or other Prescott AZ property for sale. Tim Anderson can be contacted with any questions at (928) 308-9595 or by email.

Prescott Fire Department Celebrating 125th Anniversary (photo courtesy of nestorgalina on flickr.com)

This weekend on March 6th marks the Prescott Fire Department’s 125th Anniversary Celebration.  The Prescott AZ Fire Department is the state of Arizona’s oldest fire department, so this celebration marks a state and city landmark. 

The celebration will take place at the Firehouse Plaza in Prescott from noon to 6:00pm.  The firemen will preform a demonstration every hour on the hour and various food, beverages, and commemorative shirts will be sold. 

This event is open to the public and is just one of the many Prescott community activities held year round. 

Tim Anderson, a long time Prescott local and Prescott realtor, can help you relocate to Prescott AZ or show you Prescott property for sale in the area.  Tim Anderson would love to answer any questions you may have and can be reached at (928) 308-9595 or by email.

Outside Prescott AZ (photo courtesy of seat850 on flickr.com)

For the week ending February 17th, the Prescott AZ real estate market conditions remained a buyer’s market. Currently there are 2,896 Prescott homes for sale and 372 foreclosed homes in the Prescott area.

The average listing price was up 0.7% from the prior week to $451,327. The median sales price for Prescott AZ homes was $242,750 based on 212 home sales from November 09 to January 10.

The median home sales price had decreased 8% but the number of home sales in the Prescott area increased 24% for the same period. Great Prescott Arizona real estate listings are around for eager buyers and Tim Anderson, a Prescott AZ realtor, can help you find the Prescott property for sale that meets all your requirements.

Tim Anderson would be happy to show you around the beautiful Prescott and Prescott Valley AZ  real estate area and can be reached at (928) 308-9595 or by email.

Simple Green Improvements to Make to Your Prescott AZ Home

Simple green improvements made to your Prescott AZ home for sale can lead to big savings and better home values down the line. 

• Energy Star Appliances are an easy energy or water efficient to make when replacing old appliances. 
• Toxin-free Paint is also a good option to cut down on toxic air emissions for years after application. 
• Renewable Flooring such as bamboo can grow and renew itself more quickly than other types of wood. 
• Passive Solar remodel options can take advantage of window, door, flooring, or roof positioning to take full advantage of the sun or shade. 
• Low Flow Toilets use less water which helps your utility bill and water conservation efforts. 

These are just some of the many green improvements that buyers and sellers can keep in mind in the Prescott real estate market. 

Tim Anderson, a Prescott Area Real Estate Agent, can help you search for green Prescott AZ real estate options or guide sellers on how to improve their Prescott AZ homes for sale.  Tim Anderson can be reached at (928) 308-9595 or by email.

Prescott AZ Home Buyer Mistakes to Avoid

For new Prescott AZ home buyers looking to take advantage of the First Home buyers Tax Credit, remember the following tips to avoid costly future mistakes.

First make sure to check your credit report and take care of any mistakes. To take advantage of the best mortgage rates, home buyers will need a credit score of about 720. Next get pre approved with a reputable lender before looking at homes.

New Prescott AZ home buyers should then create a budget before looking at homes and make sure to include any hidden costs such as taxes, insurance, utilities, and fees associated with buying and maintaining a new home. Finally choose your Prescott AZ real estate agent and lender carefully.

Tim Anderson, a Prescott AZ realtor, has been an agent for 32 years and holds numerous real estate certifications. Tim Anderson is a highly qualified real estate agent that can give Prescott first home buyers the home and attention they need. Tim Anderson can be reached at (928) 308-9595 or by email to view available Prescott homes for sale.

A beautiful home located at 3150 Willow Drive in Prescott AZ is this 2 master bedroom and 2.5 bath, 2,216 square foot single family home. 

Located on .29 acres with recently updated windows and flooring, this well landscaped home has great lake and mountain views as well. A sun room and large office attach to the main master and the 2nd master bedroom has a separate entrance with a private patio.  Other rooms include a den or study and a large AZ room. 

A one car garage, no HOA fees, and located just 5 miles away from downtown Prescott, complete this great home being offered at $199,900. 

Tim Anderson, the Prescott AZ realtor for 3150 Willow Drive Prescott AZ, can be contacted at (928) 308-9595 or by email to arrange a view of this Prescott home for sale or other Prescott AZ property for sale.

Take Advantage of Prescott AZ Home Ownership (photo courtesy of galego on flickr.com)

With the real estate industry leveling out across the nation, people these days are asking if it would make more sense to rent a home.  However new home-buyers in the Prescott AZ real estate market may see many advantages to buying a new home now versus just renting. 

Some of these Prescott AZ home buyer advantages include:

• Tax Write Off
• Freedom to Remodel Your Prescott Home
• Home Appreciation
• Control your Loan Payment Options
• Prescott AZ Homeownership Pride

Now is the perfect time to take advantage of the buyers market Prescott property prices.  With the real estate market recovery, you won’t be able to take advantage of this unique time much longer. 

Tim Anderson, a Prescott AZ real estate agent, can guide you on your new Prescott or Prescott Valley home purchase.  Tim Anderson can be contacted at 800-778-7891 or by email.