What to Know When Moving to Scottsdale or Phoenix
Moving to Scottsdale, Arizona was a no-brainer. With the white drifts of snow piled up in the midwest well into March, we packed up the house, put it on the market and headed for the lush landscapes of Scottsdale. While it is a cinch to find dozens of sites advising the great hiking trails and boasting about the heat, we have learned a few things that are good to know to prepare you for your move here. Maricopa County is the fastest growing county in the United States in 2018. Be prepared to act very quickly on housing whether renting or buying. There is a shortage here, especially for the properties that are affordable. If you are moving from the midwest and intend to buy a house eventually, you can sell your riding lawn mower. Even if you buy a home on a huge lot, a large grassy yard is probably not going to be a part of an existing house property. A small push-mower may not even be necessary. Desert, drought-resistant landscaping is in. T here is a definite rental...