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Lower Your Heating Bill this Winter

By Kara Rozendaal | Jan 27, 2023

Over the last few weeks, the Prescott area has woken up to a blanket of breathtaking snow! With the drop in temperatures, you may notice an unwelcome increase in your heating bill. Here are ten tips to lower your heating bill this winter and still keep cozy! Clean Your Furnace: Make sure to have your furnace […]

Indoor Recreation Options in Prescott

By Kara Rozendaal | Jan 12, 2023

The Prescott, Arizona, area has near-perfect weather and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. But if you want to take your activity inside, the Prescott area offers numerous indoor recreation options for you to choose from. Indoor Playground Park Collective A climate controlled community space for the people and families of Prescott Valley. Perfectly situated near the […]

The Real Estate Market: 22 VS 21

By Sammy Malouff | Jan 4, 2023

Where is the market headed? Much has been written and pontificated about regarding the real estate market and where it is headed over the last year. Many projected with higher interest rates that home prices would retreat rapidly, and sales volume would tumble. Others have speculated that the still tight inventory and lack of new […]

New Year’s Eve Prescott Area Events

By Kara Rozendaal | Dec 22, 2022

Happy New Year! We at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | BloomTree Realty thank you for entrusting us with helping you purchase or sell your home. It’s been an incredible year, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have been part of so many real estate transactions. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate […]

Incredible Bakeries in Prescott

By Kara Rozendaal | Dec 15, 2022

Award Winning Prescott Bakeries Prescott, Arizona, is home to some of the finest bakeries in the country. Whether you live here or are just visiting, it’s worth taking time out of your day to explore what these local spots have to offer. With each bakery boasting something different – from specialty baked goods and cakes […]

Is it Time to Sell Your Business?

By Sammy Malouff | Dec 2, 2022

Thinking About Selling Your Business? The time has finally come and you’re ready to sell your business. Planning for the sale of a small business may seem daunting. Perhaps you’re not sure where to begin or how to go about selling a business. To make the process as easy and profitable as possible, you’ll want […]

Sweet Treats to Make Your Holiday Special!

By Kara Rozendaal | Nov 29, 2022

Christmas is coming, which means it’s time for family, friends, and of course, lots and lots of delicious food! If you’re looking for some sweet treats to make your holiday special, we’ve got you covered. Here are our favorite Christmas desserts recipes! Enjoy! Recipe Source: Bhg.com Caramel Apple Cheesecake Ingredients 1 ½ cup graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoon granulated […]

To Buy or Not to Buy?

By Sammy Malouff | Nov 8, 2022

Many folks who have wanted to buy a home over the last couple of years or so chose to wait until the heated market cooled down and for prices to come down to earth. The good news is, prices have softened somewhat, but the bad news is, interest rates are much higher. Let’s assume that […]

Prescott’s 2022 Holiday Schedule

By Kara Rozendaal | Nov 8, 2022

Looking for something to do this Christmas season? Plan your visit and celebrate Christmas the Arizona way, in Prescott! Prescott has a variety of events and activities to enjoy! From tree lighting and parades to concerts and performances, there is sure to be something that appeals to everyone. Fun Fact: In 1989, then Governor, Rose […]

Tips for a Safe Halloween

By Kara Rozendaal | Oct 24, 2022

It’s hard to believe, but Halloween is just a week away! It’s that time of year again when goblins, ghouls, witches, and warlocks take to the streets searching for tricks or treats. Whether you’re a child who can’t wait to go trick-or-treating or an adult who loves carving pumpkins and dressing up, there’s no doubt […]

Delicious Fall Recipes

By Kara Rozendaal | Oct 11, 2022

As the weather changes and the leaves start to turn, we cannot help but get excited for all things Fall. From pumpkin carving to cozy fireside nights, there’s nothing like Fall in Prescott. To celebrate, we’ve put together a list of our favorite Fall recipes. So pull up a chair, gather your friends and family […]

Area Real Estate Market Is Mixed Versus Year Ago

By Kara Rozendaal | Oct 4, 2022

Comparing Real Estate Market According to recently published statistics from the Prescott Area Association of Realtors, the area real estate market remained reasonably strong in August of 2022 versus August of 2021 but there are signs of weakness. For the entire market area, the sold median price versus a year ago is up7.4% from $437,500 […]