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When it comes to the North Scottsdale lifestyle and area Real Estate, The Luckys are proud to be the eminent source for their clients.
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A P R I L
With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts, The Luckys are honored to be reputed as the most proficient and skilled in the industry.
602.320.8415 | Lucky@RussLyon.com View more luxury listings at LisaLucky.com
In This Issue COMMUNITY CONNECTION ________________ Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center REAL ESTATE UPDATE ________________ Arizona Property Tax
offered at
$2,195,000 ________
YOUR HOME ________________ Spring Home Décor Trends
MLS #5571665
This home is the embodiment of grand living; where luxury is a must and opulence is essential. The expansive floorplan features five guest bedrooms, all with en suite baths, plus two powder rooms and an office with its own private patio. The spacious master suite features a vast dressing room, a cozy fireplace, and a large bath with a steam shower and jetted tub. The home chef will appreciate the gourmet kitchen, while a stunning stonework fireplace separates the living and dining space. Large bi-fold doors retract to create seamless indoor/outdoor living. Some of the additional features with this home are a total of four fireplaces, a four-car air-conditioned garage, and temperaturecontrolled wine storage. 10953 E Tusayan Trail, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Tusayan at Troon Village
AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in April
5 Bed + Office 6 Bath 5,235 SQ FT 4 Car Garage $2,195,000
NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Stunning Hillside Home
THINGS YOU DIDN’T (OR DID YOU?) KNOW ABOUT SCOTTSDALE We Could Be Living in Orangedale In 1888, U.S. Army Chaplain Winfield Scott moved to Arizona and purchased 640 acres (at $3.50 an acre) where Old Town Scottsdale is today. The unincorporated area was known as “Orangedale,” due to the proliferation of citrus trees that the adjacent land owner was growing. This land owner, Albert Utley, often directed people to his land by saying that he was “near Scott’s.” A newspaper article written about the area mistakenly referred to the new settlement as Scottsdale and the name stuck, ousting the previous moniker of Orangedale. Makes you wonder why poor Mr. Utley never received credit for building up the area – although “Utleyville” isn’t nearly as nice of a name as Scottsdale!
One of Scottsdale’s First Businesses George “Cavie” Cavalliere brought his family to Scottsdale in 1909 and opened his blacksmith shop on Second Street and Brown Avenue. While the horse gave way to mechanical equipment, the shop added farm equipment and auto repair to its services, as well as ornamental ironworks. This business is still in operation today and is a glowing example of how the enterprising spirit of Scottsdale’s pioneers helped establish the city we live in today. George “Cavie” had eight children, including George “Doc” Cavalliere, who was born in 1916 and was Scottsdale’s eldest native-born resident when he passed at the age of 92. Doc served on Scottsdale’s first City Council, operated the family’s blacksmith business for 50 years and ran the Reata Pass Steakhouse and Greasewood Flat tavern for decades. Now, when you drive by the 34-acre park named in his honor at Alma School Road north of Jomax, you’ll know why Scottsdale values their “native son.”
CORPORATE OFFICE:
CONTACT:
The Luckys North Scottsdale 7669 E Pinnacle Peak Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255
602.320.8415 Lucky@RussLyon.com LisaLucky.com
How World War II Benefitted Scottsdale Scottsdale Airport was created in 1942 as a training facility for Army Air Corps pilots. Then known as Thunderbird Field II, the flight school graduated more than 5,500 students. As the war in Europe was escalating, so did the training of cadets. In 1943, at the peak of training activity, 615 cadets were making 1,845 separate takeoffs and landings a day. As World War II came to an end, the training facility closed down operations as well. Today, the Scottsdale Airport is the second busiest single-runway airport in the country and the 2,600acre commercial area surrounding the airport has become one of the most important economic stimuli for the City of Scottsdale.
Arizona Property Tax
Your home’s value is established as of January 1st of the previous year of your tax bill. In August of the following year, the year of your tax bill, the tax rates are set.
SPOTLIGHT ON
By: Kelsey Kloss | Source: ElleDecor.com
& NOTEWORTHY
SouthwestWildlife.org WHAT THEY DO:
“Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (SWCC) rescues native wild animals that have lost their homes to development, or are found injured, orphaned, or abandoned. When possible, the animals in our care are rehabilitated and released — healthy and wild — back where they belong.
The tax rate itself can vary as it’s a compilation of state, county and municipal taxes as well as any special district rates such as bonds or school overrides. Too, the rate changes from year-toyear. For example purposes, let’s use the rate of 13% (of the LPV) in computing this sample tax amount: $500,000 Full Cash Value x 10%= $50,000 Limited Property Value then, $50,000 x 13% = $6,500 Property tax statements are sent out in September and the first half of the current year’s taxes aren’t due until October 1st. The second half of the current year’s taxes aren’t due until March 1st of the following year. You may be wondering how the County Assessor’s office determines the value of your home. It’s done with a computer analysis of gathered information such as previous sales in the neighborhood, lot size, square footage and more. If you don’t agree with the valuation, you may file an appeal. To view your tax statement online, or to file an appeal, visit Maricopa.gov.
update
ATTENTION, DESIGN LOVERS: Spring is officially here and Pinterest gave us intel on this season's top home trends from its official 2017 trend report, and the décor you have to look forward to is delightful. Think modern acrylic accents, glimmering copper and the Danish way of staying cozy even as the temperature outside warms up. COPPER Go beyond silver and gold (and avoid the slight brass overkill of 2016) by incorporating a fashionable copper accent to your space. Interest in copper on Pinterest is up 90 percent, and its uses are versatile: Add a touch of glamour to a tablescape with a copper vase, make a statement with a copper light fixture or try out copper flatware.
Those animals that could not survive in the wild can live out their lives at our accredited sanctuary. We don’t buy, breed, sell or trade animals, nor are the animals for hire or used for commercial purposes.
ACRYLIC The growing interest in acrylic is perfectly, er, clear: Searches for acrylic decor have increased by 50 percent on Pinterest, and the material is quickly appearing on everything from modern tables to chic floating frames. If you're working with a small space, see-through acrylic furniture can also be a strategic choice to help open up the room.
We’re proud of our contribution to the recovery of an endangered species – the Mexican gray wolf. As a holding facility, we offer space at our sanctuary to care for part of the captive population of this rare wolf, and participate as a member of the Mexican Wolf Species Survival Plan (SSP).
WOOD TILES Care for an alternative to subway tile? Add wood tile to just about any surface, and imagine Joanna Gaines complimenting you on your rustic-but-chic style. Interest in wood tile has increased by 51 percent on Pinterest, and we're seeing it on everything from kitchen islands to fireplaces.
Southwest Wildlife shares its knowledge and passion about animals through education. We hope not only to educate, but also to inspire people to learn about and respect our wildlife and conserve its habitat.” HOW CAN YOU HELP?
REAL E S TAT E
new
• Donate much-needed funds • Join the online “baby shower” • Attend upcoming events and tours • “Adopt” an animal • Volunteer at the facility • “Like” them on Facebook
HYGGE It may have earned its critics along the way, but the world just can't get enough of hygge, the Danish concept of living simply that's pronounced like "hoogah": Interest in it has increased by 285 percent on Pinterest. To follow the "decorate cozy, live simply" mantra yourself, outfit your home with flickering candles (the Danes are the biggest consumers of candles in the world, after all), cover your couches with throw blankets galore and display a few of your favorite books on the coffee table.
GET YOUR ZEN ON Zen Culinary offers a fresh concept pairing Asian and American cuisines. Open for lunch, happy hour and dinner, the restaurant features soft flowing waterfalls, and an open-air kitchen. Embracing the classic four elements – earth, wind, water and fire – Zen strives to create an inviting and harmonious dining experience. Serving sushi, soups, salad, noodles, rice, curry, sandwiches and specialty entrees, Zen Culinary boasts local and organic ingredients. ZenCulinary.com
BOOK A FLIGHT NAVY BLUE INSTEAD OF BLACK Just about everyone loves Scandinavian design, but this spring, designers are turning away from the go-to matte black and crisp white color scheme, and more toward navy and deep blue tones. Lend your space a moody element with a velvet sectional or a high-gloss statement wall.
APRIL 13 | AZWineAndDine.com
APRIL 15-16 | PhoenixPetExpo.com
APRIL 23 | McDowellSonoran.org
Arizona Wine and Dine
8th Annual Pet Expo
Discovery Hike & Bird Walk
Showcasing Arizona’s premier chefs, restaurants, resorts, fine wines and craft beer, the hip Scottsdale Quarter location sets the perfect tone for a magical evening of food and wine. The top chefs from renowned restaurants and resorts will offer culinary delights while rocking jazz beats fill the Scottsdale night sky. Boutique wines and craft beers will be paired with each dish to ensure a palate-pleasing experience in a fun, festive atmosphere.
Join fellow animal lovers for “all things pets” at this comprehensive exposition held at spacious WestWorld. Browse tons of exhibitors, get discounted vaccinations and microchipping, see demonstrations, attend book signings, watch live entertainment, adopt a new furry friend, enter the costume contest and more. Best of all? You’re encouraged to bring your pet!
Join guides on this walk for a good chance to see some of our year-round bird residents such as the Cactus Wren, Gila Woodpecker, American Kestrel, Harris’s Hawk and Verdin, as well as spring migrants such as various warblers and more! Allow two hours for this easy hike with minimal elevation gain. Meet at the Fraesfield Mountain Trailhead by 7:15 am.
Ever wanted to experience skydiving without actually jumping from an airplane? Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true freefall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. Now open at the 101 and Indian Bend, iFly is where you can finally experience the sensation of flying, all safely from the ground! iFlyWorld.com/Phoenix
april
Taxes on owner-occupied residences are levied based on the Limited Property Value (LPV). This is the assessed value. Taxes are not computed on the current market value, or Full Cash Value (FCV). The LPV is calculated at 10% of the FCV. So if your home is valued at $500,000, you will be charged property tax based on the assessed $50,000 amount.
Spring Home Décor Trends to Refresh Your Home
2017
Owning a home in Arizona has plenty of perks, including a relatively low property tax. In fact, the effective tax rate in Arizona is the 7th lowest in the nation. However, the method in which Maricopa County computes our tax rate tends to be a bit confusing. So let’s break it down!
Arizona Property Tax
Your home’s value is established as of January 1st of the previous year of your tax bill. In August of the following year, the year of your tax bill, the tax rates are set.
SPOTLIGHT ON
By: Kelsey Kloss | Source: ElleDecor.com
& NOTEWORTHY
SouthwestWildlife.org WHAT THEY DO:
“Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (SWCC) rescues native wild animals that have lost their homes to development, or are found injured, orphaned, or abandoned. When possible, the animals in our care are rehabilitated and released — healthy and wild — back where they belong.
The tax rate itself can vary as it’s a compilation of state, county and municipal taxes as well as any special district rates such as bonds or school overrides. Too, the rate changes from year-toyear. For example purposes, let’s use the rate of 13% (of the LPV) in computing this sample tax amount: $500,000 Full Cash Value x 10%= $50,000 Limited Property Value then, $50,000 x 13% = $6,500 Property tax statements are sent out in September and the first half of the current year’s taxes aren’t due until October 1st. The second half of the current year’s taxes aren’t due until March 1st of the following year. You may be wondering how the County Assessor’s office determines the value of your home. It’s done with a computer analysis of gathered information such as previous sales in the neighborhood, lot size, square footage and more. If you don’t agree with the valuation, you may file an appeal. To view your tax statement online, or to file an appeal, visit Maricopa.gov.
update
ATTENTION, DESIGN LOVERS: Spring is officially here and Pinterest gave us intel on this season's top home trends from its official 2017 trend report, and the décor you have to look forward to is delightful. Think modern acrylic accents, glimmering copper and the Danish way of staying cozy even as the temperature outside warms up. COPPER Go beyond silver and gold (and avoid the slight brass overkill of 2016) by incorporating a fashionable copper accent to your space. Interest in copper on Pinterest is up 90 percent, and its uses are versatile: Add a touch of glamour to a tablescape with a copper vase, make a statement with a copper light fixture or try out copper flatware.
Those animals that could not survive in the wild can live out their lives at our accredited sanctuary. We don’t buy, breed, sell or trade animals, nor are the animals for hire or used for commercial purposes.
ACRYLIC The growing interest in acrylic is perfectly, er, clear: Searches for acrylic decor have increased by 50 percent on Pinterest, and the material is quickly appearing on everything from modern tables to chic floating frames. If you're working with a small space, see-through acrylic furniture can also be a strategic choice to help open up the room.
We’re proud of our contribution to the recovery of an endangered species – the Mexican gray wolf. As a holding facility, we offer space at our sanctuary to care for part of the captive population of this rare wolf, and participate as a member of the Mexican Wolf Species Survival Plan (SSP).
WOOD TILES Care for an alternative to subway tile? Add wood tile to just about any surface, and imagine Joanna Gaines complimenting you on your rustic-but-chic style. Interest in wood tile has increased by 51 percent on Pinterest, and we're seeing it on everything from kitchen islands to fireplaces.
Southwest Wildlife shares its knowledge and passion about animals through education. We hope not only to educate, but also to inspire people to learn about and respect our wildlife and conserve its habitat.” HOW CAN YOU HELP?
REAL E S TAT E
new
• Donate much-needed funds • Join the online “baby shower” • Attend upcoming events and tours • “Adopt” an animal • Volunteer at the facility • “Like” them on Facebook
HYGGE It may have earned its critics along the way, but the world just can't get enough of hygge, the Danish concept of living simply that's pronounced like "hoogah": Interest in it has increased by 285 percent on Pinterest. To follow the "decorate cozy, live simply" mantra yourself, outfit your home with flickering candles (the Danes are the biggest consumers of candles in the world, after all), cover your couches with throw blankets galore and display a few of your favorite books on the coffee table.
GET YOUR ZEN ON Zen Culinary offers a fresh concept pairing Asian and American cuisines. Open for lunch, happy hour and dinner, the restaurant features soft flowing waterfalls, and an open-air kitchen. Embracing the classic four elements – earth, wind, water and fire – Zen strives to create an inviting and harmonious dining experience. Serving sushi, soups, salad, noodles, rice, curry, sandwiches and specialty entrees, Zen Culinary boasts local and organic ingredients. ZenCulinary.com
BOOK A FLIGHT NAVY BLUE INSTEAD OF BLACK Just about everyone loves Scandinavian design, but this spring, designers are turning away from the go-to matte black and crisp white color scheme, and more toward navy and deep blue tones. Lend your space a moody element with a velvet sectional or a high-gloss statement wall.
APRIL 13 | AZWineAndDine.com
APRIL 15-16 | PhoenixPetExpo.com
APRIL 23 | McDowellSonoran.org
Arizona Wine and Dine
8th Annual Pet Expo
Discovery Hike & Bird Walk
Showcasing Arizona’s premier chefs, restaurants, resorts, fine wines and craft beer, the hip Scottsdale Quarter location sets the perfect tone for a magical evening of food and wine. The top chefs from renowned restaurants and resorts will offer culinary delights while rocking jazz beats fill the Scottsdale night sky. Boutique wines and craft beers will be paired with each dish to ensure a palate-pleasing experience in a fun, festive atmosphere.
Join fellow animal lovers for “all things pets” at this comprehensive exposition held at spacious WestWorld. Browse tons of exhibitors, get discounted vaccinations and microchipping, see demonstrations, attend book signings, watch live entertainment, adopt a new furry friend, enter the costume contest and more. Best of all? You’re encouraged to bring your pet!
Join guides on this walk for a good chance to see some of our year-round bird residents such as the Cactus Wren, Gila Woodpecker, American Kestrel, Harris’s Hawk and Verdin, as well as spring migrants such as various warblers and more! Allow two hours for this easy hike with minimal elevation gain. Meet at the Fraesfield Mountain Trailhead by 7:15 am.
Ever wanted to experience skydiving without actually jumping from an airplane? Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true freefall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. Now open at the 101 and Indian Bend, iFly is where you can finally experience the sensation of flying, all safely from the ground! iFlyWorld.com/Phoenix
april
Taxes on owner-occupied residences are levied based on the Limited Property Value (LPV). This is the assessed value. Taxes are not computed on the current market value, or Full Cash Value (FCV). The LPV is calculated at 10% of the FCV. So if your home is valued at $500,000, you will be charged property tax based on the assessed $50,000 amount.
Spring Home Décor Trends to Refresh Your Home
2017
Owning a home in Arizona has plenty of perks, including a relatively low property tax. In fact, the effective tax rate in Arizona is the 7th lowest in the nation. However, the method in which Maricopa County computes our tax rate tends to be a bit confusing. So let’s break it down!
PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID TARADEL, LLC.
***************** ECRWSSEDDM**** Local Postal Customer
20 17
When it comes to the North Scottsdale lifestyle and area Real Estate, The Luckys are proud to be the eminent source for their clients.
Lisa | Matt | Laura
A P R I L
With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts, The Luckys are honored to be reputed as the most proficient and skilled in the industry.
602.320.8415 | Lucky@RussLyon.com View more luxury listings at LisaLucky.com
In This Issue COMMUNITY CONNECTION ________________ Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center REAL ESTATE UPDATE ________________ Arizona Property Tax
offered at
$2,195,000 ________
YOUR HOME ________________ Spring Home Décor Trends
MLS #5571665
This home is the embodiment of grand living; where luxury is a must and opulence is essential. The expansive floorplan features five guest bedrooms, all with en suite baths, plus two powder rooms and an office with its own private patio. The spacious master suite features a vast dressing room, a cozy fireplace, and a large bath with a steam shower and jetted tub. The home chef will appreciate the gourmet kitchen, while a stunning stonework fireplace separates the living and dining space. Large bi-fold doors retract to create seamless indoor/outdoor living. Some of the additional features with this home are a total of four fireplaces, a four-car air-conditioned garage, and temperaturecontrolled wine storage. 10953 E Tusayan Trail, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Tusayan at Troon Village
AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in April
5 Bed + Office 6 Bath 5,235 SQ FT 4 Car Garage $2,195,000
NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Stunning Hillside Home
THINGS YOU DIDN’T (OR DID YOU?) KNOW ABOUT SCOTTSDALE We Could Be Living in Orangedale In 1888, U.S. Army Chaplain Winfield Scott moved to Arizona and purchased 640 acres (at $3.50 an acre) where Old Town Scottsdale is today. The unincorporated area was known as “Orangedale,” due to the proliferation of citrus trees that the adjacent land owner was growing. This land owner, Albert Utley, often directed people to his land by saying that he was “near Scott’s.” A newspaper article written about the area mistakenly referred to the new settlement as Scottsdale and the name stuck, ousting the previous moniker of Orangedale. Makes you wonder why poor Mr. Utley never received credit for building up the area – although “Utleyville” isn’t nearly as nice of a name as Scottsdale!
One of Scottsdale’s First Businesses George “Cavie” Cavalliere brought his family to Scottsdale in 1909 and opened his blacksmith shop on Second Street and Brown Avenue. While the horse gave way to mechanical equipment, the shop added farm equipment and auto repair to its services, as well as ornamental ironworks. This business is still in operation today and is a glowing example of how the enterprising spirit of Scottsdale’s pioneers helped establish the city we live in today. George “Cavie” had eight children, including George “Doc” Cavalliere, who was born in 1916 and was Scottsdale’s eldest native-born resident when he passed at the age of 92. Doc served on Scottsdale’s first City Council, operated the family’s blacksmith business for 50 years and ran the Reata Pass Steakhouse and Greasewood Flat tavern for decades. Now, when you drive by the 34-acre park named in his honor at Alma School Road north of Jomax, you’ll know why Scottsdale values their “native son.”
CORPORATE OFFICE:
CONTACT:
The Luckys North Scottsdale 7669 E Pinnacle Peak Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255
602.320.8415 Lucky@RussLyon.com LisaLucky.com
How World War II Benefitted Scottsdale Scottsdale Airport was created in 1942 as a training facility for Army Air Corps pilots. Then known as Thunderbird Field II, the flight school graduated more than 5,500 students. As the war in Europe was escalating, so did the training of cadets. In 1943, at the peak of training activity, 615 cadets were making 1,845 separate takeoffs and landings a day. As World War II came to an end, the training facility closed down operations as well. Today, the Scottsdale Airport is the second busiest single-runway airport in the country and the 2,600acre commercial area surrounding the airport has become one of the most important economic stimuli for the City of Scottsdale.