Everyone’s heard of the cloud. But, do you know what it is? It’s likely you already use it in your personal life, perhaps to store digital photos and documents or even for backing up your phone. But, moving to the cloud can be complex. The biggest issue is the process of migration – of physically moving all your data from your in-house servers to a remote storage facility without breaking something or losing data along the way. With good planning and the right strategy in place, … [Read more...] about Your Essential Cloud Migration Strategy Checklist
Should You Remodel Before Selling Your Home?
Welcome to another edition of “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate, the construction industry, what is up, what is down, what is hot and what is not. We will share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers and give you hints on renovations that will give you a return on your investment. We will talk about products, how to take care of your home and so much more. Tom: Well, Sandy, I am back from gallivanting … [Read more...] about Should You Remodel Before Selling Your Home?
Big Bottling in Camp Verde
Now that Verde Valley has been designated an American Viticulture Area (AVA), the Town of Camp Verde has racked up another achievement: Bottling more than 150 different wines, more than any other Arizona municipality. Town of Camp Verde Economic Development Specialist Crisi Clark has validated this claim. “After researching several avenues in the viticulture industry, I was delighted to discover that Camp Verde bottles more wine than any other township in Arizona. We are grateful for the … [Read more...] about Big Bottling in Camp Verde
Understanding the Total Package of Hearing Aid Purchases
When a person purchases hearing aids, they are making an investment in their lifestyle. Hearing aids are able to expand friendships, close relationships and even the non-social activities you engage in. I have been told by many patients hearing aids changed their life! Musicians are amazed that they are able to hear the parts of music (and their own voice while singing) better than they could have imagined. So, what is the difference between a purchase of stock internet hearing aids and hearing … [Read more...] about Understanding the Total Package of Hearing Aid Purchases
Are You and Your Pets Prepared?
As locals are well aware, late spring and summer mean fire season in Northern Arizona, and wildfires can spread very quickly. Our monsoons also pose potential threats with flooding. We never know when an emergency is going to occur, so it’s extremely important to have a plan not only for yourself and your family, but for your pets as well, because, after all, pets are our family! The first step is to make sure your pet is microchipped and, more importantly, the information is correct and … [Read more...] about Are You and Your Pets Prepared?
Addressing Social Conditions to Improve Health for All
When we exercise, eat the right foods, get enough sleep and have a positive attitude, we’re on the path to healthy living. But research tells us that much more influences health and well-being. Where we are born, live, study, work and play, as well as our age, can affect our health, functioning and quality of life. These are called the social determinants of health, and they are grouped into five general categories. Economic stability. People with steady employment are less likely to … [Read more...] about Addressing Social Conditions to Improve Health for All
Love Your Pets, Save Your House
Pets bring a lot of things into our lives: love, companionship, exercise, fun and more good stuff. However, along with all that good stuff, there are some challenges along the way, especially if you have a new puppy. One of these challenges is keeping the house from being damaged or at least from being messed up. It’s natural for a puppy to chew, dig, potty where they feel comfortable and play with the most interesting things like shoes, clothes, wires and trash. Shredding is loads of fun, and … [Read more...] about Love Your Pets, Save Your House
Celebrating, Raising Awareness about Mental Health
Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the United States since 1949. Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, let us join the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Let’s help to fight stigma, provide support, learn to take time for ourselves, seek professional help when needed and check in on family, friends and neighbors. The global pandemic has forced us to cope with situations we never imagined, and … [Read more...] about Celebrating, Raising Awareness about Mental Health
Taking Care of Mom
It’s May, such a beautiful month filled with sunshine, butterflies and Mother’s Day. Picture this: You are a child, you walk through the door after school and your olfactory senses come alive with the smell of home-baked pie. You immediately relax and know that mom has baked something wonderful! Not only has she baked your favorite chocolate pie, but she made extra pie crust treats with cinnamon and sugar sprinkled on top. Life is good! We all know moms do so much. They care for us as babies, … [Read more...] about Taking Care of Mom
Unprecedented Home Prices Require a Careful Strategy
If you’ve tried looking for a home or selling your current one recently, then you know the housing market continues to be as hot as ever, with some of the highest prices we’ve seen. According to the Multiple Listing Service provided by the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS (PAAR), during the first quarter of 2022, the average sales price of homes in the area rose nearly 23% year-over-year, to $546,866. Homes in Prescott Valley experienced the largest increase in average price, reporting a … [Read more...] about Unprecedented Home Prices Require a Careful Strategy