As your local North Phoenix/Scottsdale luxury real estate agent, and Desert Ridge resident, High Street at Desert Ridge happens to be one of my favorite spots for shopping and dining. Whether it’s finding the perfect accessories to help stage homes with, gifts for clients, or unwinding after a successful deal, here are some of my favorite spots on High Street:

THELIFESTYLEDCO

Step into a world of chic décor and stylish furnishings at THELIFESTYLEDCO. Their curated collection of home goods and accessories makes it a go-to place for interior design inspiration. From trendy accents to timeless pieces, this store is a must-visit for anyone looking to elevate their living spaces.

42Saint

For fashion-forward finds, 42Saint is a gem. This boutique offers a carefully curated selection of clothing, accessories, and gifts that reflect the latest trends with a touch of elegance. Whether you’re shopping for a special occasion or simply updating your wardrobe, 42Saint has something for every style enthusiast.

Humble Bistro

When it’s time to indulge in culinary delights, Humble Bistro never disappoints. With a menu that celebrates locally sourced ingredients and creative twists on classic dishes, this restaurant offers a dining experience that’s both comforting and innovative. From brunch favorites to gourmet dinners, Humble Bistro is a culinary destination worth savoring.

The Boozy

For a lively atmosphere and inventive cocktails, The Boozy is the place to be. Their brunch menu features signature drinks that add a playful spin to traditional breakfast fare. Whether you’re craving a mimosa with a twist or a creative Bloody Mary, The Boozy delivers a delightful start to your day.

Modern Margarita

End your day on a high note at Modern Margarita. This upscale bar specializes in handcrafted margaritas that are as refreshing as they are flavorful. With a stylish ambiance and a menu of Mexican-inspired bites, Modern Margarita offers the perfect setting for unwinding with friends or colleagues.

High Street at Desert Ridge is more than just a shopping and dining destination—it’s a vibrant community where every visit brings new discoveries and experiences. Whether you’re exploring the latest home trends, indulging in culinary delights, or raising a toast to success, High Street has something to offer for everyone’s taste and style.

If you are interested in learning more about The Kimberly Lowe Group‘s favorite things to do in North Scottsdale and Phoenix, or would like our help on your next real estate transaction, give us a call today at 602.900.1331. For more information on our latest listings, real estate tips, community lifestyle information, and Arizona market updates be sure to follow us on our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn pages.

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INGREDIENTS:

1 pack of ground Jimmy Dean’s Sausage (can substitute turkey sausage too)
1 pack of Jimmy Dean’s Hot sausage- (we sub turkey here too if I can find it hot)
2 packages of cream cheese
½ tsp. garlic salt
2 8oz packages of crescent rolls

INSTRUCTIONS:

Lay out the squares of the crescent rolls on parchment paper. Brown both packages of sausage together. Once browned, drain the grease. Then add in both packages of cream cheese. I add a little pinch of garlic salt as well. Once everything has melted together, take a spoon full and put it in the middle of each of the crescent roll squares. Then roll up each one to make a normal crescent roll with this in the middle. Repeat. Bake according to the instructions on the crescent roll packaging. Let cool, serve and enjoy!

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Happy Holidays from The Kimberly Lowe Group! If you are looking to buy or sell your home as we head into 2024, be sure to contact my team at 602.900.1331.

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What is life like in one of Scottsdale’s most premier gated communities? The pinnacle of luxury living awaits you at the upscale, gated golf community of Gainey Ranch!

Living in Gainey Ranch gives you access to top-notch amenities that enhance your living experience. Homeownership allows access to the exclusive Gainey Ranch Estate Club featuring:

• A state-of-the-art fitness facility
• Tennis and basketball courts
• A sparkling pool and relaxing spa
• Pristine golf course

In addition to the many amenities found within the Gainey Ranch Estate Club, residents enjoy a beautifully landscaped community with an on-site management team dedicated to maintaining the grounds. Residents can explore:

• The award-winning Gainey Ranch Golf Course
• TONS of retail stores, boutique shops, and fabulous restaurants.

For more information on Gainey Ranch, visit gaineyranchca.com.

If this sounds like the community for you, and you’d like to take a look at any of our current Gainey Ranch listings, please contact Kim Lowe at 602.900.1331.

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These Five Expert Tips Will Help You Create Immediate Value
By Kim Lowe, your Certified Luxury Marketing Specialist

If you’re getting ready to list your home for sale as we head into the final stretch of 2023, there are a few crucial steps we recommend taking. Here are our top five tips that will ensure you make a great impression with potential buyers and sell your home even faster:

Stage Your Space:

The National Association of Realtors have stated that “staging has proven to increase the value of your home by 20%”. While you can prep your home to be spacious and welcoming yourself, we recommend hiring a professional stager to take the stress off of you during an already busy time. We suggest “taking the home out of the house” and going for a style more reminiscent of a model home. Your space will appeal to a larger variety of buyers, and truly help potential buyers visualize themselves living there.

Consistency is Key:

Being consistent creates unmatched excitement for the buyer. In turn, they ask the right questions, and ultimately, end up writing a top dollar offer on your home. We like to focus on decluttering, deep cleaning, interior painting, and assessing the type of lighting throughout the home. Creating a consistent look and feel, that flows from room to room, displays pride of ownership of your home. When done right, this detail can resonate with your potential buyers and help bring those desired offers to fruition.

Up Your Curb Appeal Game:

It’s true what they say about first impressions. the exterior of your home is the very first chance you have to make a lasting impression on a potential buyer. Clearing out any overgrown weeds and shrubs, mowing the lawn, raking the rocks, removing debris, and even some fresh flowers, can make all the difference when it comes to the sale of your home. This is when you also make sure any landscape and pool lighting is working properly, for the best representation of what your property has to offer.

Hire Professional Photographers and Videographers:

High-quality photos and video are essential, and can absolutely mean the difference between a quick sale or spending more days on the market. So, hiring a professional photographer/videographer to capture your home looking its best will help your home stand out among the noise of the MLS (multiple listing service).

Don’t get Overwhelmed by the home-selling process:

Living in a home and selling a home are two vastly different things. While it may not feel practical or convenient, it is necessary – and absolutely short-lived – to help sell your home for top dollar in a reasonable timeframe. By considering these comprehensive listing steps, a successful sale is sure to follow.

Interested in buying or selling your Phoenix home in Fall or Winter? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our expert real estate team at 602-900-1331. We’ll be happy to assist you.  For more expert tips, tricks, and insights, be sure to follow us on our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn pages.

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After a summer spent in the air-conditioned indoors, Phoenicians are eagerly anticipating the arrival of cooler weather, which beckons us to step outside and embrace the beauty of our lovely state. As the temperatures begin to mellow, North Phoenix/Scottsdale comes alive with a renewed sense of energy and excitement. A season packed with outdoor activities and entertainment that highlights Arizona’s quintessential sunny days and clear, cool nights.

One of my personal favorites, besides the cool weather, is ‘Friday Night Lights’, aka football season. There is nothing better than Sunday Funday which includes putting on your favorite comfy sweatshirt, turning on the fire and watching a good football game with friends and family. This year, I am so excited to watch my son, Braxton, and his friends play their first season at Pinnacle High School. Go Pioneers!

While football may be a big deal in our household, there are several other activities that are perfect for exploring Phoenix and its stunning desert landscape.

Hiking Adventures:

Lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails at McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Piestewa Peak, Papago Park or Camelback Mountain. The milder temps and golden sunlight create an amazing atmosphere for both novice and experienced hikers. My personal favorite trails include Pinnacle Peak, Gateway and Tom’s Thumb. And don’t forget your phone or camera to capture the Valley’s breathtaking panoramic views and spectacular cotton candy skies during those sunrise/sunset hours.

Farmers Markets:

As we head into peak season, farmers markets pop up throughout North Phoenix and Scottsdale, providing us with an abundance of locally grown produce, artisanal crafts, local boutiques and tasty treats. This is the perfect opportunity to engage with the community and support local businesses.

Farmers Market North Scottsdale opens on September 26th and offers two locations at Troon North and DC Ranch Village Health Club. Uptown Farmer’s Market (located at Central & Bethany Home) is another great one and runs twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays, year-round.

My personal favorite: Hopping on my bike and riding over to High Street at City North and grabbing brunch after you shop around their Farmer’s Market which runs every Sunday, 10am-1pm, October- May.

Family Activities:

MacDonald’s Ranch was a definite fall season must when my kids were younger. They loved the horseback riding, petting zoo, panning for gold, lawn games and taking a hayride out to the ‘patch’ to pick out their pumpkins for carving. The pumpkin patch opens September 30th and runs through October 29th.

If you want to make a day of it, another great place to visit is Mortimer Farms in Dewey, AZ. My kids still talk about their Pumpkin Fest which also runs September 30th through October 29th. They offer loads of fun activities including barrel train rides, hayrides and a spectacular corn maze! If you haven’t been, it’s a great activity for kids of all ages. And don’t forget the Arizona State Fair located off W. McDowell Road in Phoenix. This year it runs September 22nd – October 29th and boasts an exciting lineup of attractions, concerts, games, rides, and yummy food trucks – including those fried-food favorites.

Shopping:

Another fall season must-see is Junk in the Trunk. They will be celebrating their 10th year here in the Valley, September 16-18, at Westworld in Scottsdale. It is such an incredible event that hosts over 130 curators and artisans from all over the country. If you are looking for one-of-a-kind, vintage or homemade items and local products, you won’t want to miss this one.

There are so many amazing things to see and do here in the Valley year-round, but with the cooler temperatures on the horizon, I’m looking forward to getting back to patio dining, outdoor concerts on the lawn and many evenings spent in the backyard enjoying the stars with close friends and family.

We hope you’re having a wonderful 2023 so far, especially as we begin to transition from Summer to Fall. If you’re looking to move this season, we’re here to help. Whether you’re buying, selling, or looking information about your target market, contact us at 602.900.1331. Also, don’t forget to follow us (@thekimberlylowegroup) on Instagram and Facebook for so much more.

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As you know, your home is your most valuable asset and we are here to help provide you with access to tips, tools and information that will help you maximize your home’s wealth and equity … all at your fingertips!

Grow Your Net Worth With Homebot

Homebot is a free tool that we personally use to manage our own home’s value. There are no strings attached. It’s simply a tool we love that can help you track the value of your home, plan for the future or work towards your personal real estate goals. And we’d love to share it with you!

What is Homebot?

Whether you’re curious about the current value of your home or interested in potentially refinancing when rates start to go down, Homebot can help you make the right moves to maximize your most valuable asset.

3 Key Features We Love About Homebot

• Tracks Your Home Wealth: Keeps an eye on your home’s value, loans, equity, and market trends.
• Saves You More Money: See the power of extra principal payments or refinancing at the right time.
• Build Your Wealth Faster: Know exactly when to buy, sell, rent, or remodel to maximize your most important investment.

To take advantage of this free tool for your home, feel free to click the link below to sign up. It’s super fast and easy.
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Still have questions or would like a more in depth analysis on the current value of your home, contact me today at 602-900-1331 and I’ll be happy to walk you through it.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram or Facebook for more tips and the latest updates on the market in your area.

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Started by a group of investors who wanted a new way to enjoy vacations without the hassles of fully owning a second home, renting out vacation homes, or staying in hotels, Sonhaus allows its customers to purchase fractional ownership of luxury homes.

Partial ownership not only eliminates many of the hassles of second home ownership but also opens the door to other opportunities. These could include selling or renting to other Sonhaus homeowners through the Sonhaus App.

With fractional ownership, you will never have to worry about upkeep, maintenance, or local bill management. Sonhaus manages everything for you. These exceptional homes set standards of sustainability, leaving a low carbon footprint and using renewable energy wherever possible. They’re lavishly decorated with Restoration Hardware furnishings; and even equipped with a home office and gym, and 24/7 support Sonhaus makes ownership a breeze.

In recent years, fractional ownership has been on the rise; and this partnership brings great opportunities for individuals wanting to reside in some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. Currently, Sonhaus has over 150 properties. These are in locations such as Marabella, Mykonos, Ibiza, Mallorca, and Algarve to name a few!

Interested in learning more, or purchasing your slice of paradise? Give us a call today at 602-900-1331 or visit our website at thekimberylowegroup.com

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If we take a look at the total number of Valley wide closings for May, there were 9,057. This includes all dwelling types and represents a decrease of 466 closings from the previous month. So, while more inventory is hitting the market each day, the rise in interest rates is slowing down the demand from buyers. But what does this mean exactly? There are actually positives to this current rate of supply and demand. Let us explain.

Prices are remaining steady. While pricing adjustments are being made, closing homes are beginning to show similar purchase prices to the homes that have closed over the previous few months. That means that these pricing adjustments are being made to homes that came on the market above market rate. So, homes that are priced well and accurately for their condition are going to sell quickly. This also has a ton to do with the location of these homes as well.

Buyers are no longer having to sign away their contingencies and are now able to complete full inspections. This is because buyers have more options in our current market. Buying power might be decreased due to higher interest rates, but buyers are taking back their available options and doing what is best for their situation.

What does this all mean? If the market continues to follow the trajectory we’re currently seeing, we can expect to see a more balanced, “normal” market by the time we reach the month of September 2022.

Stay tuned!

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As one of the most trusted real estate teams in Arizona, The Kimberly Lowe Group takes pride in our passion and dedication to making our clients our number one priority, always. Whether you’re looking for a new home, hoping to sell yours, or just want some more information about the markets we specialize in, we’re here to help. Email or call Kim Lowe at 480-363-1622 and remember to follow us (@thekimberlylowegroup) on Instagram and Facebook for information on luxury homes for sale all over the Valley! Check back to our blog for even more market updates, insights, tricks, tips, and more.

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We’re so honored to be included in a roundup of Women to Watch in May’s So Scottsdale Magazine alongside some of the best of the best in the Valley.

Here at The Kimberly Lowe Group, Shannon and I make it our mission to ensure that our clients get our full attention and service – because they truly are our number one priority. And we believe in placing the needs and interests of our clients before our own.

Shannon said it perfectly: “Our clients know that they come first and that we are mildly obsessive about maximizing their overall experience and helping them see the value we bring.”

And we’re just beginning…

Are you looking to buy or sell your home? Let’s chat, our team is here to help! Email or call Kim Lowe at 602-300-1331 to speak with our team today. Follow us (@thekimberlylowegroup) on Instagram and Facebook to stay in the know on luxury Arizona homes for sale all over the Valley; and head to our blog for more tips, tricks, insights, market updates, community information, and so much more!

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If you live, work, or play in the North Phoenix communities, then you likely know all about the incredible master planned community of Desert Ridge. Home to over 50,000 residents, it includes hotspots such as the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, breathtaking golf courses, big employers such as the Mayo Clinic Hospital, and so much more. There’s also a number of desirable neighborhoods within that you can call home like Aviano, Toscana, and others. And beyond already being a fantastic, luxurious, and sought-after place to call home, there is always a plethora of new businesses, events, recreation, and homes being added to the locale. Recently, some new updates have been announced about what’s coming soon to Desert Ridge, and we wanted to share the exciting changes with you. So, take a look at what you can expect to see in the Desert Ridge community in the near future!

Talinn at Desert Ridge

Created by four of the most reputable new home builders in the valley, and completed just earlier this year, Talinn at Desert Ridge is a brand new, luxurious gated community in the heart of North Phoenix. Being located within the community of Desert Ridge means the new homes are just minutes away from top restaurants, great schools, and a number of shopping centers like City North and the Desert Ridge Marketplace. Plus, McDowell Mountain is right in their backyard! Other notable features of the community include an amenity center, a 10 acre park, numerous pocket parks throughout, a yoga lawn, and even more that you just have to explore. And all thanks to the variety of builders, dozens of floor plans are available to choose from. This means that no matter what your family looks like or what your lifestyle consists of, there’s a spot that is perfect for you.

To learn more, click here.

New at Desert Ridge Marketplace

Desert Ridge has done it again. ​​​​​​​Voted the Best Place to Shop in North Valley Magazine’s 2021 Best of North Phoenix contest, the Desert Ridge Marketplace is truly the place to be. And if you haven’t heard, they are once again adding even more new shopping, dining, and entertainment options to their already incredible array of offerings. So what’s on the horizon? The new brands arriving soon will be:​​​​​​​​

• Keep It Cut​​​​​​​​
• Sid’s Garage​​​​​​​​
• LensCrafters​​​​​​​​
• Nordstrom Rack​​​​​​​​
• Radi8 Hot Yoga​​​​​​​​
• Fly Bye To Go​​​​​​​​
• Artichoke Basille’s Pizza​​​​​​​​
• and so much more​​​​​​​

We can’t wait to explore and see what’s new, but if you’ve never been there’s also so much there waiting to be discovered.

See their full directory and plan your next visit here.

There’s absolutely nothing quite like luxury living in Arizona. With its unbeatable climate, incredible destinations, gorgeous desert landscapes, and breathtaking sunsets, it’s hard to imagine a better place to enjoy the good life. And if you’re looking to fulfill all of your real estate goals in the area, you’ve come to the right place. At The Kimberly Lowe Group our top priority is to provide first class service by going above and beyond for every client. So let us help you! Whether you’re looking to buy, hoping to sell, or just want more North Phoenix information, email or call us at 602-300-1331 today.

Don’t forget to follow us (@thekimberlylowegroup) on Instagram and Facebook for information on luxury homes for sale all over the Valley! And check back to our blog for even more community insights, real estate tricks, buying and selling tips, and so much more.

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