EVENT CALENDAR
Pushing Boundaries
May | June 2018
Arizona Science Center | May 15-28 AZscience.org/Attractions In this blockbuster exhibition, guests become time travelers, transported to the bustling city of Pompeii. Over 200 precious artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archaeological Museum in Italy, including wall-sized frescoes, mosaics, marble and bronze sculptures, jewelry, statues and ancient Roman coins, bring to life how Pompeii’s people lived, loved, work, worshiped and celebrated.
CAVE CREEK BALLOON FESTIVAL Cave Creek, AZ | May 26 CaveCreekFestivals.com The time has come to light up the Sonoran Desert sky at the annual Cave Creek Balloon Festival at Rancho Mañana Golf Course. Cave Creek’s biggest single day event continues to be streamlined for a carefree experience of great live bands, massive glowing balloons, everyone’s favorite fireworks show and a celebration of a red, white and blue Memorial Day weekend.
CITY LIGHTS MOVIE NIGHTS CityScape, Phoenix | starting June 8 Facebook.com/pg/CSphx/Events On the second Friday of every month, guests are encouraged to bring their blankets and chairs to watch a feature film on the big screen at the outdoor movie theater in Patriots Park. More than 1,200 guests attend each of these free, family friendly events that include giveaways, special-themed contests and prizes.
BLUSH ROSÉ FESTIVAL Scottsdale, AZ | June 9 BlushInternationalRoseFestival.com Rosé enthusiasts are in for a treat this summer with BLUSH International Rosé Festival coming to Old Town Scottsdale - National Rosé Day, of course. BLUSH guests can “Rosé all day” in the cool indoors with unlimited tastings from over 75 Rosé varieties, and choose from three sessions depending on what time of day they most prefer to Rosé.
PETER PAN Mesa Arts Center | June 14 MesaArtsCenter.com Soar away to Neverland in this magical adaptation drawn from the beloved novel with fresh, original music! The Darling children encounter Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls. A rousing musical score will delight audiences of all ages in this timeless classic story for the young at heart.
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f you’ve ever heard the term “crowdfunding” you probably first think of an entrepreneur hoping to generate money online for a brilliant new idea for a must-get-to-market product. The creator has a prototype, writes up a snappy business plan, gets the information online, and hopes to generate small donations from lots of people to see the plan turn into reality. It’s similar to the newer GoFundMe campaigns we see online for those in need or to raise money for a social cause. But what about crowdfunding in the real estate market? It may now be possible for individuals to invest in big multi-million dollar real estate investments, without giving millions that they (probably) don’t have. Some companies are now looking for numerous investors for large real estate projects and are opening up the opportunity to create wealth for people who would previously not have been able to be at the table at all. On certain platforms, individuals may need only several thousand dollars to have a share in a real estate investment. With a lower risk of loss, more and more people seem to be interested in dipping their toe in the real estate investment market. A visit to RealtyShares. com or RealtyMogul.com can help you learn more about how the process works. If you qualify to be an investor, a portfolio of investment opportunities becomes available for your review. Once you choose a property you would like to invest in, you commit funds to the private deal and hope for returns in the near future. An interesting idea for those looking to diversify their investments. Of course, for most people, the real estate market simply means saving to buy one’s own home. And crowdfunding has also been playing a role in how some get a down payment for their home, particularly their first home. Rather than wedding gifts or other presents they may receive on different occasions, people have started a real estate registry, per se, to collect money for a down payment on a home (see HomeFundMe.com for details on how it works). Hey, if you’re spending hundreds on a wedding gift, who wouldn’t prefer to give money toward something as important as a home rather than a place setting of china that will just gather dust? For those who are looking to add to a down payment they may have saved up already, this may be an interesting idea. Just make sure you do your due diligence!
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ow is a great time to be a space enthusiast! After the moon landing almost 50 years ago, it began to feel like space exploration was sort of a thing of the past. But thanks to entrepreneurs and dreamers such as Elon Musk (of Tesla and SpaceX fame) and Sir Richard Branson (of everything Virgin), as well as a revitalization of NASA programs, trips to the moon and Mars may be in the near future. In fact, some experts say humans will be on Mars as soon as 2030! Recently, Musk’s company SpaceX launched the world’s most powerful rocket and even sent his own red Tesla Roadster into orbit (yes, it’s still up there and will be for millions of years). And while SpaceX is forging ahead in the field of space exploration, other private companies are pushing the envelope as well. Blue Origin is another private space company that is creating reusable, vertically landing space rockets. The company envisions millions of people living and working in space. For now, Blue Origin has built the New Shepard rocket, which may soon be available for space tourists. Their model allows for an 11-minute trip to space in which travelers can experience weightlessness, enjoy tremendous views, and land back to earth in a capsule. You can watch videos of an actual launch with a test dummy dubbed “Mannequin Skywalker” on board at BlueOrigin.com.
Virgin Galactic—headed by Sir Richard Branson—is another vanguard company hoping to open space travel to everyone
IN GOOD TASTE
Pompeii: The Exhibition
rather than just a select few astronauts. Touting itself as the world’s first commercial spaceline, Virgin Galactic uses what they call a reusable SpaceShipTwo spaceflight system. After three days of training, Virgin’s future astronauts will be ready to take the trip to space to experience weightlessness and have unprecedented views of Earth. These everyday astronauts will then, according to Virgin, be part of the most exclusive group of adventurers in the world. NASA is currently working on getting humans back to the moon for further exploration and is aiming to get humans to Mars, as well. A key element to all these new rocket designs is the ability to reuse the equipment again and again, so the exorbitant costs and wastefulness of previous space endeavors will be avoided. With private companies working alongside NASA, the years to come should prove to be an exciting time for space discovery and technological advancements. We’re excited to be along for the ride!
Fish Tacos Plate INGREDIENTS 4 ea 2 oz 2 oz 12 oz 8 ea 2 oz 1 oz 2 ea
Tilapia Filets Blackening Spice Blend Oil Green and Red Cabbage (shredded) Corn Tortillas Tomatoes (diced) Cilantro (chopped) Lime Wedge
DIRECTIONS Cut the white fish into servable strips. Toss the fish with the blackening seasoning (any store bought seasoning will do just fine) mixed with a little bit of oil. In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add seasoned fish and cook until well done. For the pickup, heat up tortillas (2 per taco) and evenly distribute the cabbage amongst the tortillas. Add fish filets and garnish with chopped tomatoes and cilantro. Finish the dish with a side of tomatillo avocado and lime wedges, or any other sauce you would like!
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EVENT CALENDAR
Pushing Boundaries
May | June 2018
Arizona Science Center | May 15-28 AZscience.org/Attractions In this blockbuster exhibition, guests become time travelers, transported to the bustling city of Pompeii. Over 200 precious artifacts on loan from the Naples National Archaeological Museum in Italy, including wall-sized frescoes, mosaics, marble and bronze sculptures, jewelry, statues and ancient Roman coins, bring to life how Pompeii’s people lived, loved, work, worshiped and celebrated.
CAVE CREEK BALLOON FESTIVAL Cave Creek, AZ | May 26 CaveCreekFestivals.com The time has come to light up the Sonoran Desert sky at the annual Cave Creek Balloon Festival at Rancho Mañana Golf Course. Cave Creek’s biggest single day event continues to be streamlined for a carefree experience of great live bands, massive glowing balloons, everyone’s favorite fireworks show and a celebration of a red, white and blue Memorial Day weekend.
CITY LIGHTS MOVIE NIGHTS CityScape, Phoenix | starting June 8 Facebook.com/pg/CSphx/Events On the second Friday of every month, guests are encouraged to bring their blankets and chairs to watch a feature film on the big screen at the outdoor movie theater in Patriots Park. More than 1,200 guests attend each of these free, family friendly events that include giveaways, special-themed contests and prizes.
BLUSH ROSÉ FESTIVAL Scottsdale, AZ | June 9 BlushInternationalRoseFestival.com Rosé enthusiasts are in for a treat this summer with BLUSH International Rosé Festival coming to Old Town Scottsdale - National Rosé Day, of course. BLUSH guests can “Rosé all day” in the cool indoors with unlimited tastings from over 75 Rosé varieties, and choose from three sessions depending on what time of day they most prefer to Rosé.
PETER PAN Mesa Arts Center | June 14 MesaArtsCenter.com Soar away to Neverland in this magical adaptation drawn from the beloved novel with fresh, original music! The Darling children encounter Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls. A rousing musical score will delight audiences of all ages in this timeless classic story for the young at heart.
R E A L
E S TAT E
crowdfunding
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f you’ve ever heard the term “crowdfunding” you probably first think of an entrepreneur hoping to generate money online for a brilliant new idea for a must-get-to-market product. The creator has a prototype, writes up a snappy business plan, gets the information online, and hopes to generate small donations from lots of people to see the plan turn into reality. It’s similar to the newer GoFundMe campaigns we see online for those in need or to raise money for a social cause. But what about crowdfunding in the real estate market? It may now be possible for individuals to invest in big multi-million dollar real estate investments, without giving millions that they (probably) don’t have. Some companies are now looking for numerous investors for large real estate projects and are opening up the opportunity to create wealth for people who would previously not have been able to be at the table at all. On certain platforms, individuals may need only several thousand dollars to have a share in a real estate investment. With a lower risk of loss, more and more people seem to be interested in dipping their toe in the real estate investment market. A visit to RealtyShares. com or RealtyMogul.com can help you learn more about how the process works. If you qualify to be an investor, a portfolio of investment opportunities becomes available for your review. Once you choose a property you would like to invest in, you commit funds to the private deal and hope for returns in the near future. An interesting idea for those looking to diversify their investments. Of course, for most people, the real estate market simply means saving to buy one’s own home. And crowdfunding has also been playing a role in how some get a down payment for their home, particularly their first home. Rather than wedding gifts or other presents they may receive on different occasions, people have started a real estate registry, per se, to collect money for a down payment on a home (see HomeFundMe.com for details on how it works). Hey, if you’re spending hundreds on a wedding gift, who wouldn’t prefer to give money toward something as important as a home rather than a place setting of china that will just gather dust? For those who are looking to add to a down payment they may have saved up already, this may be an interesting idea. Just make sure you do your due diligence!
REAL ESTATE
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ow is a great time to be a space enthusiast! After the moon landing almost 50 years ago, it began to feel like space exploration was sort of a thing of the past. But thanks to entrepreneurs and dreamers such as Elon Musk (of Tesla and SpaceX fame) and Sir Richard Branson (of everything Virgin), as well as a revitalization of NASA programs, trips to the moon and Mars may be in the near future. In fact, some experts say humans will be on Mars as soon as 2030! Recently, Musk’s company SpaceX launched the world’s most powerful rocket and even sent his own red Tesla Roadster into orbit (yes, it’s still up there and will be for millions of years). And while SpaceX is forging ahead in the field of space exploration, other private companies are pushing the envelope as well. Blue Origin is another private space company that is creating reusable, vertically landing space rockets. The company envisions millions of people living and working in space. For now, Blue Origin has built the New Shepard rocket, which may soon be available for space tourists. Their model allows for an 11-minute trip to space in which travelers can experience weightlessness, enjoy tremendous views, and land back to earth in a capsule. You can watch videos of an actual launch with a test dummy dubbed “Mannequin Skywalker” on board at BlueOrigin.com.
Virgin Galactic—headed by Sir Richard Branson—is another vanguard company hoping to open space travel to everyone
IN GOOD TASTE
Pompeii: The Exhibition
rather than just a select few astronauts. Touting itself as the world’s first commercial spaceline, Virgin Galactic uses what they call a reusable SpaceShipTwo spaceflight system. After three days of training, Virgin’s future astronauts will be ready to take the trip to space to experience weightlessness and have unprecedented views of Earth. These everyday astronauts will then, according to Virgin, be part of the most exclusive group of adventurers in the world. NASA is currently working on getting humans back to the moon for further exploration and is aiming to get humans to Mars, as well. A key element to all these new rocket designs is the ability to reuse the equipment again and again, so the exorbitant costs and wastefulness of previous space endeavors will be avoided. With private companies working alongside NASA, the years to come should prove to be an exciting time for space discovery and technological advancements. We’re excited to be along for the ride!
Fish Tacos Plate INGREDIENTS 4 ea 2 oz 2 oz 12 oz 8 ea 2 oz 1 oz 2 ea
Tilapia Filets Blackening Spice Blend Oil Green and Red Cabbage (shredded) Corn Tortillas Tomatoes (diced) Cilantro (chopped) Lime Wedge
DIRECTIONS Cut the white fish into servable strips. Toss the fish with the blackening seasoning (any store bought seasoning will do just fine) mixed with a little bit of oil. In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add seasoned fish and cook until well done. For the pickup, heat up tortillas (2 per taco) and evenly distribute the cabbage amongst the tortillas. Add fish filets and garnish with chopped tomatoes and cilantro. Finish the dish with a side of tomatillo avocado and lime wedges, or any other sauce you would like!
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Bonnie Burke • RE/MAX Fine Properties 21000 N Pima Road • Ste 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85255
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LUXURY HOME BORDERING MCDOWELL MTN PARK 6 Bed | 4 Bath | 1.25 Acres | 5,067 Sq. Ft. | MLS 5667118 A beautiful custom home w/ 1,249sqft, 2 bedroom guest house, horse setup, lavish pool & spa with spectacular mountain & desert views right in your backyard. Adjacent to the almost 22,000-acre McDowell Mountain Park. It features an open floorplan with a formal dining, family room, kitchen & living area, it lends itself perfectly for entertaining guests or a large family. This home is a rare find that combines all the features you are looking for in one property.
RIO VERDE REAL ESTATE RECAP HOMES - Currently, there are 109 active homes on the market and 26 homes under contract. LAND - Currently, there are 171 active lots on the market and 6 lots under contract.
RIO VERDE LAND The following lots have closed since last publication. Keep in mind the price is determined by location, water availability, paved or dirt road, floodplain, etc. 30000 N 168th Street 16xxx E Via Dona Rd 17209 E Whitethorn Dr C 17217 E Whitethorn Dr D 286XX N 169 ST na 2863X N 168th ST * 17000 E Lone Mountain Rd 275XX N 174th St 1382X E Windstone TRL 1 294xx N 136TH ST 295XX N 144 St * 16301 E Lowden Road 28700 N 148th St 29607 N 141st St 30 N 164th St 290XX N 148th ST 27XXX N 174th St T 3.08 acr N 168 St 1 35406 N 142nd Pl 001 * 13800 E Aloe Vera Dr * 27202 N 150th St 100 * 14100 E Dove Valley Rd 3
1.25 acres 1.13 acres 1.07 acres 1.28 acres 1.21 acres 1 acre 1.47 acres 1.15 acres 1.16 acres 1.03 acres 1 acre 2.5 acres 1.25 acres 1.14 acres 2.7 acres 2.5 acres 2.48 acres 3.08 acres 2.26 acres 4.99 acres 5 acres 13.88 acres
$32,500 $39,900 $49,000 $49,000 $50,000 $51,000 $52,000 $50,000 $68,500 $72,000 $67,500 $90,000 $80,000 $92,500 $105,000 $117,000 $114,500 $150,000 $170,000 $240,000 $250,000 $475,000
Per Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service 4/18/2018.
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RIO VERDE FOOTHILLS HOMES Address
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DOM List Price
Sold Price
Active Since Last Publication 30225 N 164th Street 27514 N 174th Street 29113 N 149th Street 30125 N 152nd Place 17504 E Montgomery Road 29809 N 153rd Place * 27913 N 154th Place 33422 N 140th Way 16633 E Cascolote Drive 34105 N 139th Way 34220 N 140th Way 28507 N 141st Street * 26920 N 159th Street 29418 N 145th Pl S 33317 N 142nd Way 16907 E Madre Del Oro Drive 29704 N 156th Street 14214 E Gamble Lane 32707 N 138th street 14343 E Gamble Lane 31217 N 152nd Street 27921 N 153rd Street 29100 N 154th Street 14325 E Windstone Trail 28814 N 142nd Street 30325 N 139th Street 28812 N 141st Street 30117 N 170th Street 14838 E Lomas Verdes Drive 14106 E Carefree HWY 14334 E Windstone Trail 15303 E Rio Verde Drive 30709 N 149th Street 30513 N 144st Street 14605 E Red Bird Road 31613 N 136th Street
1,233 2,016 2,481 3,305 3,642 1,870 2,880 3,018 3,681 2,752 5,437 3,245 3,196 3,432 3,516 4,376 3,718 3,346 3,040 4,195 2,757 5,685 3,172 4,121 4,554 5,042 3,646 5,161 4,011 5,655 7,003 12,924 5,490 3,097 5,132 4,567
3 3 4 3 4 3 4 4 5 4 5 4 4 5 3 5 4 5 3 3 4 5 3 4 4 5 5 4 4 6 6 12 5 4 5 5
2 2 2.5 2.5 4.5 2.5 3 3 4 3.5 4.5 4 3.5 4.5 3 6 3.5 4 3 3.5 3 6 3 3.5 3.5 5.5 5.5 4 6 5.5 5.5 10 5.5 3 5.5 4
1 – 1.9 2 – 4.9 2 – 4.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 2 – 4.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 2 – 4.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 1 – 1.9 5 – 9.9 1 – 1.9 5 – 9.9 2 – 4.9 5 – 9.9 2 – 4.9 2 – 4.9 1 – 1.9 5 – 9.9 5 – 9.9 5 – 9.9 2 – 4.9 2 – 4.9 5 – 9.9 10+ 10+ 10+ 10+
27 1 7 30 9 38 19 16 4 31 12 7 19 15 35 54 5 18 7 48 4 112 45 13 24 21 28 48 65 19 6 27 46 24 39 56
$315,000 $350,000 $529,900 $539,900 $549,900 $550,000 $550,000 $575,000 $575,000 $595,000 $635,000 $650,000 $692,000 $724,900 $725,000 $725,000 $725,000 $769,500 $824,900 $849,000 $899,000 $899,000 $945,000 $949,000 $1,025,000 $1,079,000 $1,170,000 $1,249,000 $1,340,000 $1,465,000 $1,650,000 $1,999,000 $2,650,000 $2,900,000 $4,450,000 $4,500,000
2,044 2,429 3,812 2,178 2,371 2,527 2,503 3,883 2,860 2,497 3,948 3,249 3,090 4,280 3,272 3,467 3,032 4,712 1,100 4,307 3,152 3,283 4,391 3,920
3 4 4 5 3 4 3 5 3 4 5 4 4 4 5 4 4 4 1 5 3 3 5 4
2 1 – 1.9 34 3 1 – 1.9 16 4 1 – 1.9 19 2 1 – 1.9 129 2 1 – 1.9 160 3.5 1 – 1.9 18 2.5 1 – 1.9 49 3.5 1 – 1.9 174 2.5 1 – 1.9 8 2 1 – 1.9 49 3.5 1 – 1.9 210 3.5 1 – 1.9 373 2 1 – 1.9 62 4.5 1 – 1.9 194 3.5 2 – 4.9 33 3 2 – 4.9 69 3 1 – 1.9 129 3.5 1 – 1.9 315 1 2 – 4.9 82 3.5 1 – 1.9 15 3.5 2 – 4.9 118 3.5 5 – 9.9 27 3.5 5 – 9.9 110 3.5 2 – 4.9 157
Bonnie@BonnieBurke.com www.BonnieBurkeTeam.com If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.
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Sold Since Last Publication 29502 N 148th Street 16442 E Pinnacle Vista Drive 32816 N 139th Street 29203 N 145th Street 31604 N 144th Street 27807 N 154th Place 17505 E Quail Track 28012 N 172nd Place * 30304 N 154th Way 14723 E Peak View Road 14305 E Barbie Lane 28407 N 138th Place 29703 N 146th Street 28825 N 160th Street 14723 E Morning Vista Lane 14335 E Peak View Road 28507 N 139th Place 15131 E Desert Vista Trail 26619 N 156th Street 28421 N Rio Mountain Court 30206 N Cowboy Court 30615 N 148th Street 31130 N 151st Street 14030 E Smokehouse Trail
$435,000 $440,000 $450,000 $456,500 $465,000 $470,000 $474,900 $494,500 $500,000 $507,500 $515,000 $518,500 $530,000 $560,000 $610,000 $610,000 $630,000 $710,000 $710,000 $790,000 $930,000 $855,000 $975,000 $1,100,000
New Builds Since Last Publication
480.720.8001
LIFESTYLE RIO VERDE FOOTHILLS
Active
1 Home
Priced at $329,900
Closed
7 Homes
Priced between $297,990 - $717,000
*Listed or Sold By The Bonnie Burke Team All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. The properties on this list have been listed/sold by various members of the MLS.
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