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You Have To Be Kidding Me, Down Town Tucson Revitalization?

May 27th, 2008 categories: Tucson News & Events

No matter what you call it downtown Tucson redevelopment isn’t redeveloping. Downtown Tucson revitalization isn’t revitalizing. Rio Nuevo isn’t any more. Bureaucratic and political interference is the blame. Because of inability by bureaucrats and politicians to come together and commit to a plan, downtown Tucson is dying of starvation. The name was even changed from Rio Nuevo, like that was going to make the difference. You have to be kidding me.

What has happened to date will go down in the history books on what not to do. Developers were ready and on the starting blocks poised, muscles tense, adrenalin flowing, and ready to start. Some got cramps and crawled away, others fell over like petrified statues. The starting gun was more like an old fashioned cork gun that nobody heard. Or wait, maybe somebody forgot to pull the trigger.

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What Does Golf and Rodeo Have In Common In Tucson

February 14th, 2008 categories: Tucson Golf Events, Tucson News & Events

February is a big month for the greater Tucson community. Thousands of visitors have been coming to Tucson from around the State of Arizona, Sonora, and many other areas. The Tucson Rodeo was an annual event before I moved to Tucson some 34 years ago.

Last year the Accenture Match Play Championship moved to Tucson. Replacing the PGA Chrysler Open. Tucson has been a host to the PGA since 1945. Welcoming players over the years like Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, and now Tiger Woods.

Rodeo lovers flood the streets near the Rodeo grounds every year to watch the nations largest non-mechanized parade. When our boys were little we took them several times to see the horses and wagons go by. Newcomers to the community find lots of cowboy hats and boots to dress for the occasion. Many businesses allow employees to dress western for the multiple day event.

Having been to PGA Open events at Tucson National Golf Course, and then the Accenture Match Play last year I can say that the later is a much bigger event. The crowds around Ernie Els, Mike Weir, and Phil Michelson are huge. The crowd following Tiger Woods were unbelievable.

So what do these two events have in common? Both bring thousands of visitors to Tucson. Many for the first time. Many who see the advantages of the mild winters in the desert and who look to move here in the near and distant future. Both events help stimulate the local hospitality business and the local economy. Both the rodeo and the golf tour are welcomed by thousands of Tucsonians. So, welcome to Tucson and have fun. Don’t forget our other sights while you are here.

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Tucson Welcomes El Tour De Tucson

November 15th, 2007 categories: Tucson News & Events

In a matter of hours Tucson streets will be filled with thousands of bicyclists from around the world. El Tour de Tucson is one of Tucson’s annual premier El Tour De Tucson 3 events. Hotels will be filled, restaurants will be serving, and those who have never been to Tucson will experience the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. While in Tucson our visitors are invited to take in some of the local sites and attractions.

For those curious about real estate, search to see what Tucson real estate has to offer. If you are short on time and have questions, give me a call (520) 954–2209. I’ll answer all your questions.

To all, welcome to Tucson. I hope that you have a memorable time and want to return again and again.

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What Do Baby Boomers and Tucson Have In Common?

September 30th, 2007 categories: Tucson News & Events, Tucson Real Estate

Many baby boomers are looking at Tucson for retirement or for a winter home. So what makes Tucson real estate and living in Tucson better than other areas? For those moving to Tucson from larger cities like Chicago, New York City and Washington DC, the price of homes are considerably less. If moving from North Dakota, Kansas or Nebraska you may be in for a shock.

A 1,600 square foot home may cost anywhere between $160,000 to $300,000 depending on what geographical location you choose. Getting with a REALTOR® will prove helpful in determining what area will fit your needs. There are a variety of communities at your disposal. You can conduct a home search or search for a golf community to see what I mean.

Baby boomers will find adult communities, gated communities, golf communities, equestrian communities, master developments, condos, luxury homes, communities with private air fields, unsubdivided acreage, suburban communities, historical communities, and rural communities. If you like mountain views there’s the Santa Catalina, Rincon’s, Santa Rita’s, Tucson Mountains, and Tortolitas to choose from.

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Want to know where to buy southwestern furnishing for your home in Tucson?

August 23rd, 2007 categories: Tucson News & Events

Yesterday I took the day off to spend the day with my wife on her birthday. After visiting my brother-in-law and picking up her gift we decided to visit the store he told us about. Located in the shopping center at the northeast corner of Swan and Grant is Rio Grande Trading Company. I wanted to buy the doors to the entrance of the store. When I asked, they said they can have them custom made.

The pottery and wall decorations are not like what you see at the mall or most stores. If you need window accents, they have them. Like leather furniture, they have it. Like indoor fountains, they have it. Our youngest son likes to collect crosses, they have them. Need a mirror with a luxurious southwestern design, they have it. Like colorful zarapes, they have lots of them. Oh, and ladies the have foot ware and clothing as well. The staff is friendly and very accommodating.