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VANN
Vol. 6 Issue 7
Maricopa County By The Numbers
RETHINKING HIGHER EDUCATION
MAY 2019 3/11/19 – 4/11/19
8,143
AVG SOLD PRICE
$
TOTAL #
CLOSED
354,473
98
70
LIST/SELL PRICE RATIO
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It’s peak home-buying season. Knowing what to expect is half the battle -- higher inventory, more competition, open houses, time pressures, pricing -- and can help you use these highs and lows to your advantage! Source: Realtor.com
Your La Solana neighbor and property expert.
Lesley Vann
If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling, call Lesley today!
M.Ed., PLLC, Realtor®
480.599.1119 Direct Lesley@LesleyVann.com LesleyVann.com • La Solana 33107 N. 25th Drive | Phoenix | 85085 Call Lesley today if you are thinking about a new home! If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.
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Horses
Wild and Free
The Smithsonian Washington, DC
Beet Salad GoodNes
TRAVEL TIME Washington, DC
Wild
Thanks to the ever-expanding internet, starting your own business is easier than ever. There are currently 27 million small business owners in the U.S. and if a tech-savvy teenager has a solution to a problem, a brick and mortar investment isn’t required.
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hen Hurricane Florence hit the North Carolina coast last year, overseers of the famous Outer Banks wild horses reassured a concerned public that the herd didn’t require intervention or evacuation. Indeed, the horses have survived on the barrier island for five centuries and weathered the latest storm just as well. When you visit the Smithsonian, you are entering the world’s largest museum, education and research with approximately 154 million artifacts and specimens in it trust for the American people. The Smithsonian offers 11 museums and galleries in the National Mall and 7 other museums and parks in the Washington, D.C. area. Want to take a walk in the park? Enjoy beautiful weather and check out the National Zoo or the Smithsonian Gardens. Admission to all of the Smithsonian attractions are free and available to the public 264 days a year. Source: Si.edu
As much of a symbol of our country as the bald eagle, mustangs (from the Spanish word mestengo, meaning mixed stray) represent the wild and wideopen spaces of America. The earliest version of the species appeared about fifty million years ago on this continent, but today’s mustangs weren’t originally wild or native to North America; they’re the descendants of a number of hardy horses left behind by 16th Century Spaniards in the New World. By the 1800s there were estimated to be more than 2 million horses roaming free. With few natural predators, they vied with livestock for grass causing angry ranchers to declare open season on the herds, decimating their numbers. A public outcry spurred the government to intervene and in 1971 the Wild-Free Roaming Horse & Burro act was passed, providing federal protection. There are now more than 60,000 wild horses roaming in North America. Conflicts continue as herds thrive beyond their quotas, but advocates work tirelessly to protect the horses through adoption programs, birth control and public education – a well-meaning tourist can kill a wild horse with a simple piece of fruit.
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Chincoteague, VA – Elevated to fame by the children’s book Misty of Chincoteague, this herd is known for its annual swim across Chesapeake Bay. Pryor Mountain Range, MT & WY – These horses are directly descended from the colonial Spanish horses and wander more than 31,000 protected acres. Little Book Cliffs, CO – Biking or hiking are the ideal ways to see this herd in the rugged western terrain. They’ve been genetically linked to the Indian ponies brought to the area by the Utes. Virginia Range, NV – The ancestors of this herd east of Reno was at the center of the movement that resulted in federal acts protecting all of American’s wild horses – and we’re so happy this icon of freedom still roams the land!
LIFEWISE
Internships, apprenticeships and fellowships are all options that allow young people to learn a trade working with experts in their chosen field. In the case of the Thiel Fellowship, a chosen few applicants are awarded $100,000 to bypass university and pursue a business idea with the help of top industry mentors. Talk about a foot in the door!
The student debt in our country has exceeded $1 trillion which is financially crippling degreeearners for years to come. Thankfully, times have changed from the days when a graduate’s choices were limited to college, a local factory job or homemaker. Today there are numerous options and opportunities that don’t require a pricey four-year university.
Volunteering for programs like the Peace Corps can be a fulfilling way to help others while traveling the world. Similarly, the military provides practical skills, potential travel, as well as an affordable education after serving.
The choice for many is entering the job market – if they haven’t already – but gone are the days of working for the same company until retirement. Finding employment that’s a great fit and pays well often takes time and several job changes. Many companies now prefer experience to degrees so building that resume will benefit the long-term objectives. On-the-job education is priceless.
It’s an extraordinary experience to see the wild herds in their habitat so be sure to read up on facts and restrictions before visiting one of the locations. In addition to the Outer Banks, here are but a few other popular U.S. herds: Tonto National Forest, AZ – Efforts to round up and remove the Salt River ponies were successfully blocked in recent years so visitors can still see the herd northeast of Phoenix.
If furthering education without the debilitating debt is the goal, there are still avenues to explore. Community college requires substantially less tuition and can be a stepping stone to a university while allaying some of the higher costs. It also enables students to save money living at home as they get a handle on their future plans. Trade schools and technical colleges are ideal for acquiring specialized training and certification such as dental hygiene, carpentry or web design – without taking unrelated courses like algebra or English composition. Again, with internet access online classes and education resources are limitless.
t used to be the bold and carefree decision of graduating teenagers to take a year off and backpack through Europe before following their more responsible, expected college trajectory. However, with the cost of tuition rising over one thousand percent since the 1970s, that European adventure is looking more and more like the practical decision.
FLAVORFUL
The Smithsonian
Education debt may be a national crisis but it doesn’t need to be a personal one if teenagers decide to spell success without the letters MBA or BS. And that backpack still holds promise of adventure…
Beet Salad INGREDIENTS 2 cups
Arugula
1/3 cup
Cooked edemame
1 cup
Orange slices
1/4 cup
Goat cheese
2 tsp
Red wine vinegar
3 tbl
Olive oil, divided
1 tbl
Balsamic vinegar
2 large beets, any color (about 11 ounces total)
DIRECTIONS Cut stem and root ends from beets; peel. Cut into ½-inch slices. Place on foillined baking sheet; brush slices on both sides with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake at 350° F for 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Cool and cut into bite sized wedges. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil, balsamic vinegar, wine vinegar, salt and pepper in small bowl. Place arugula, beets, oranges and edamame in large bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with goat cheese.
GoodNes.com
TRAVEL TIME Washington, DC
Wild
Thanks to the ever-expanding internet, starting your own business is easier than ever. There are currently 27 million small business owners in the U.S. and if a tech-savvy teenager has a solution to a problem, a brick and mortar investment isn’t required.
Horses W
hen Hurricane Florence hit the North Carolina coast last year, overseers of the famous Outer Banks wild horses reassured a concerned public that the herd didn’t require intervention or evacuation. Indeed, the horses have survived on the barrier island for five centuries and weathered the latest storm just as well. When you visit the Smithsonian, you are entering the world’s largest museum, education and research with approximately 154 million artifacts and specimens in it trust for the American people. The Smithsonian offers 11 museums and galleries in the National Mall and 7 other museums and parks in the Washington, D.C. area. Want to take a walk in the park? Enjoy beautiful weather and check out the National Zoo or the Smithsonian Gardens. Admission to all of the Smithsonian attractions are free and available to the public 264 days a year. Source: Si.edu
As much of a symbol of our country as the bald eagle, mustangs (from the Spanish word mestengo, meaning mixed stray) represent the wild and wideopen spaces of America. The earliest version of the species appeared about fifty million years ago on this continent, but today’s mustangs weren’t originally wild or native to North America; they’re the descendants of a number of hardy horses left behind by 16th Century Spaniards in the New World. By the 1800s there were estimated to be more than 2 million horses roaming free. With few natural predators, they vied with livestock for grass causing angry ranchers to declare open season on the herds, decimating their numbers. A public outcry spurred the government to intervene and in 1971 the Wild-Free Roaming Horse & Burro act was passed, providing federal protection. There are now more than 60,000 wild horses roaming in North America. Conflicts continue as herds thrive beyond their quotas, but advocates work tirelessly to protect the horses through adoption programs, birth control and public education – a well-meaning tourist can kill a wild horse with a simple piece of fruit.
I
Chincoteague, VA – Elevated to fame by the children’s book Misty of Chincoteague, this herd is known for its annual swim across Chesapeake Bay. Pryor Mountain Range, MT & WY – These horses are directly descended from the colonial Spanish horses and wander more than 31,000 protected acres. Little Book Cliffs, CO – Biking or hiking are the ideal ways to see this herd in the rugged western terrain. They’ve been genetically linked to the Indian ponies brought to the area by the Utes. Virginia Range, NV – The ancestors of this herd east of Reno was at the center of the movement that resulted in federal acts protecting all of American’s wild horses – and we’re so happy this icon of freedom still roams the land!
LIFEWISE
Internships, apprenticeships and fellowships are all options that allow young people to learn a trade working with experts in their chosen field. In the case of the Thiel Fellowship, a chosen few applicants are awarded $100,000 to bypass university and pursue a business idea with the help of top industry mentors. Talk about a foot in the door!
The student debt in our country has exceeded $1 trillion which is financially crippling degreeearners for years to come. Thankfully, times have changed from the days when a graduate’s choices were limited to college, a local factory job or homemaker. Today there are numerous options and opportunities that don’t require a pricey four-year university.
Volunteering for programs like the Peace Corps can be a fulfilling way to help others while traveling the world. Similarly, the military provides practical skills, potential travel, as well as an affordable education after serving.
The choice for many is entering the job market – if they haven’t already – but gone are the days of working for the same company until retirement. Finding employment that’s a great fit and pays well often takes time and several job changes. Many companies now prefer experience to degrees so building that resume will benefit the long-term objectives. On-the-job education is priceless.
It’s an extraordinary experience to see the wild herds in their habitat so be sure to read up on facts and restrictions before visiting one of the locations. In addition to the Outer Banks, here are but a few other popular U.S. herds: Tonto National Forest, AZ – Efforts to round up and remove the Salt River ponies were successfully blocked in recent years so visitors can still see the herd northeast of Phoenix.
If furthering education without the debilitating debt is the goal, there are still avenues to explore. Community college requires substantially less tuition and can be a stepping stone to a university while allaying some of the higher costs. It also enables students to save money living at home as they get a handle on their future plans. Trade schools and technical colleges are ideal for acquiring specialized training and certification such as dental hygiene, carpentry or web design – without taking unrelated courses like algebra or English composition. Again, with internet access online classes and education resources are limitless.
t used to be the bold and carefree decision of graduating teenagers to take a year off and backpack through Europe before following their more responsible, expected college trajectory. However, with the cost of tuition rising over one thousand percent since the 1970s, that European adventure is looking more and more like the practical decision.
FLAVORFUL
The Smithsonian
Education debt may be a national crisis but it doesn’t need to be a personal one if teenagers decide to spell success without the letters MBA or BS. And that backpack still holds promise of adventure…
Beet Salad INGREDIENTS 2 cups
Arugula
1/3 cup
Cooked edemame
1 cup
Orange slices
1/4 cup
Goat cheese
2 tsp
Red wine vinegar
3 tbl
Olive oil, divided
1 tbl
Balsamic vinegar
2 large beets, any color (about 11 ounces total)
DIRECTIONS Cut stem and root ends from beets; peel. Cut into ½-inch slices. Place on foillined baking sheet; brush slices on both sides with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake at 350° F for 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Cool and cut into bite sized wedges. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil, balsamic vinegar, wine vinegar, salt and pepper in small bowl. Place arugula, beets, oranges and edamame in large bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with goat cheese.
GoodNes.com
Ronelle was born and raised in the Bay Area of northern California and had the pleasure of living in Seattle and Chicago before relocating to Phoenix in December 1996. Arizona by far has been my favorite of all the states I have had the pleasure of living in.
When Experience Matters I have been a licensed real estate agent in the Valley over 17 years. My experience includes new home sales for Woodside Homes in McDowell Mountain Ranch located in North Scottsdale and various other builders around the Valley of the Sun. I also had the pleasure of working as a real estate agent with RE/ MAX and working in relocation for Prudential Financial in Scottsdale. I began my endeavor with Lori Blank & Associates in Gold Canyon in March 2011 and have enjoyed working with the wonderful residents who call this community home.
Ronelle will provide caring, professional, exceptional service by going above and beyond. Ronelle will provide caring, professional, exceptional service by going above and beyond.
What Clients Say About Ronelle Ronelle is very good and professional. Would use her and recommend her to anyone. She knew what we were looking for and found it and was not pushy like so many agents are. Proud to have had her work with my wife and I. — Ted & Glenda Silkey
In March of 2016 we contacted Ronelle to sell our home In Gold Canyon, within 13 days we had an offer which we did accept. During inspections we found that we had to do some repairs and as we were in Wisconsin, Ronelle set us up with people to do the work and we found them to be very reasonably priced and competent. We could not have gotten this done without her help and expertise. We would highly recommend Ronelle if you are considering buying or selling your home. She is highly motivated and very pleasant to work with. Ronelle went out of her way to make sure we were happy and nothing was ever a problem for her to do for us. As well as being a very hard-working agent, also now consider her a friend. — Jim & Vonni Custer
Ronelle Wheeler
Realtor
480.326.7849 HomesByRonelle@live.com
AZHomesByRonelle.com Call Ronelle today if you are thinking about a new home! If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing.
Produced by DLP Marketing • (480)460-0996 • DLPmarketing.com