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ancer Response Team, Inc. is a local Phoenix nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families in Arizona with alternative pediatric cancer treatment awareness, and providing financial assistance to those families who choose alternative/integrative options alongside conventional medicine.

We launched this non-profit organization to support the families of children facing a cancer diagnosis.

Evidence based treatments combined with complementary therapies can reduce side effects and improve effectiveness; ultimately improving quality of life and prognosis. Unfortunately, some complementary therapies and treatments are often not covered by traditional insurance policies.

“Cancer Response Team (CRT) is here to empower, educate and be a resource for Arizona families and assist financially” said Jacki Wilson, Chief Marketing Officer and Board Member.

WHY CRT WAS STARTED Stefan Moore, CRT’s Founder, had the heartbreaking agony of losing his precious 13 year old daughter, Ashley, to brain cancer. When she was first diagnosed they were shocked, felt helpless and like most parents trusted her doctors to cure her disease. Ashley went through the traditional chemotherapy and radiation treatments and standard protocol.

By the time her parents were able to fully educate themselves on alternative and integrative options, chemotherapy and radiation had done such harm and the cancer had spread. Leaving them to question “WHY” these options aren’t made available as an initial treatment plan. So as a promise to Ashley before she passed, Stefan started CRT.

CRT is looking to the Phoenix community for volunteers and donations and would greatly appreciate any considerations for grants, state tax donations and community event participation. Follow Cancer Response Team on Facebook and Instagram or visit cancerreponseteam.org for more information. Contact jwilson@cancerreponseteam to volunteer or donate.

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“We firmly believe that every individual should have choices and options when forced to face the crisis of a cancer diagnosis of a loved one” said Stefan.

CRT pledges to provide needed financial assistance to support families in whatever treatment options they wish to pursue which is done through donations, corporate sponsorships and matching programs. Alongside financial assistance, CRT also visits Phoenix Children’s Hospital a few times a year with blankets and special characters to bring even a little bit of joy.

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CITY NEWS

PLAYGROUND REOPENS IN FIRESIDE AT NORTERRA

By Dave McMinn

ON AN AUTUMN EVENING IN 2017, RESIDENTS OF FIRESIDE AT NORTERRA SAW THEIR COMMUNITY PLAYGROUND AREA ENGULFED IN FLAMES, WHICH ULTIMATELY DESTROYED THE HUGE PLAY STRUCTURE AND SHADE SAILS. It was a sad night and a tough blow for the hundreds of families who watched their kids learn to jump, climb, and slide on that very same playground.

But in true Phoenix form, a brand-new playground has risen from the ashes. And the residents couldn’t be happier. After several design concepts were voted on by Fireside residents, the winning design was installed, featuring a completely new play structure, ground cover, shade sails, and even a wheelchair ramp. The bright new colors showcase the playground’s nautical theme, including port holes, rope ladders, a spy glass, and even a giant fish. The play structure was smartly designed with features for all different

ages. Toddlers can explore an age-appropriate wonderland of paths, nooks, and slides, while older kids perfect their climbing and balancing skills throughout the structure.

With the new structure in place, the families of Fireside wasted no time returning. In fact, within minutes of reopening, the playground was alive with the joy and laughter that had been missing for so many months following the fire. Kids once again have access to shaded, outdoor playtime.

And parents are thrilled over the return of one of the most popular social hubs in the community.

On a recent Saturday there were more than a few stroller-pushing moms, dads, and grandparents enjoying an impromptu meetup with some adult conversation. Christina, a Fireside homeowner and mother of two, summed up the sentiment shared by many residents: “We didn’t realize how much the structure meant to us until it was closed for repairs. It’s nice to get our playground back.”

Indeed.

ADOT: I-17 WRONG-WAY VEHICLE ALERT SYSTEM HOLDS PROMISE TECHNOLOGY BEING STUDIED TO REDUCE RISKS WITH OFTEN-IMPAIRED DRIVERS A LOUD HORN SOUNDS IN THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION’S TRAFFIC Operations Center. That alarm signals a possible detection of a wrong-way vehicle by one of the thermal cameras watching the off-ramps and travel lanes along 15 miles of Interstate 17 in Phoenix, part of a detection-and-warning system that’s the first of its kind in the nation.

While the same alert goes immediately to the Arizona Department of Public Safety to help troopers reach the scene as quickly as possible, a window appears

on operators’ work stations showing video from the thermal camera and providing other data. Using a computerized decision support system, operators can immediately activate digital message boards in the area alerting drivers to the potential danger and instructing them to exit the freeway.

If the detection is at an off-ramp, an internally illuminated wrong-way sign with red flashing LEDs has activated, positioned to attract the attention of wrong-way drivers, most of whom are impaired, often severely.

As ADOT looks toward expanding use of the technology, the agency is studying results from the I-17 system that went into operation in January at off-ramps and at intervals along travel lanes between Interstate 10 and the Loop 101.

To date, the system has detected more than 15 vehicles entering I-17 off-ramps and frontage roads in the wrong direction. None of these vehicles has entered the I-17 mainline lanes, with the majority of drivers turning around on exit ramps.

“While the system can’t prevent people from driving while impaired, the results so far are promising as a countermeasure to this deadly behavior,” said Brent Cain, who leads ADOT’s Transportation

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Systems Management and Operations division. “The goal is reducing the risk of wrong-way crashes by saving valuable time when a wrong-way vehicle is detected.”

The $4 million system includes 90 thermal detection cameras positioned above exit ramps and the mainline of the freeway between the I-10 “Stack” interchange near downtown to the Loop 101 interchange in north Phoenix.

ADOT and partner agencies will evaluate the system’s performance over approximately the next year while it looks toward using it on other freeways, including the new Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway that’s scheduled to open in late 2019.

ADOT will continue working with the Department of Public Safety and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to promote efforts to stop impaired driving.

Technology like the I-17 thermal camera system cannot prevent all wrong-way crashes from happening. The primary goal is reducing the risk of serious crashes by alerting DPS and ADOT to wrong-way vehicles much faster than waiting for 911 calls from other motorists. Faster detection is a key to giving law enforcement officers an improved chance of responding to a wrong-way vehicle. deervalleytimes.com

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SAN DIEGO DEVELOPER SUCCESSFULLY BIDS $26.5 MILLION FOR 93 ACRES OF STATE TRUST LAND NEAR TURF PARADISE PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT ARIZONA K-12 PUBLIC EDUCATION SUNBELT LAND HOLDINGS LP OF SAN DIEGO SUCCESSFULLY BID $26.5 MILLION FOR APPROXIMATELY 93 ACRES OF STATE TRUST LAND NEAR THE TURF PARADISE RACETRACK AT AN ARIZONA STATE LAND DEPARTMENT AUCTION. The 93.257-acre subject parcel, located south and west of the southwest corner of 19th Avenue and Bell Road in Phoenix, is zoned for a planned community development. Turf Paradise is just east of the subject parcel, across 19th Avenue.

The opening bid was $18 million, the appraised value of the subject parcel.

Proceeds from the resulting sale will be placed in a permanent fund whose proceeds benefit Arizona’s K-12 public schools. The permanent fund is administered by the Arizona State Treasurer.

“The Land Department’s mission is to manage assets of a multigenerational perpetual Trust for both its beneficiaries and for the future of this State,” State Land Commissioner Lisa Atkins said. “The sale of mature assets

such as this parcel is an example of that responsible, sustainable management, providing financial growth to Trust beneficiaries and contributing to economic growth for the people of Arizona.”

K-12 public education is by far the largest beneficiary of Trust land managed by the Arizona State Land Department, whose mission since 1915 is to manage the assets of a multi-generational perpetual trust in alignment with the interests of the Trust’s 13 beneficiaries and Arizona’s future.

All uses of the land and resources held in the Trust must benefit the Trust, a fact that distinguishes it from the way public land, such as parks or national forests, may be used or managed. While public use of Trust land is not prohibited, it is regulated to ensure protection of the land and compensation to the beneficiaries for its use.

Today the Arizona State Land Department pro-actively manages more than 9.2 million acres of Trust land, which is 13 percent of the land within the State of Arizona.

MVD URGES ONLINE CUSTOMERS NOT TO PAY FOR SOMETHING THAT’S FREE SOME WEBSITES AND SOCIAL MEDIA OFFER BAD DEALS FOR MVD SERVICES SEARCHING FOR THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MOTOR VEHICLE DIVISION ONLINE? Not only should you go to the right website, you also need to be

wary of a new trend of people using social media to offer services that are actually free.

“We’ve recently seen Facebook traffic with people offering to sell materials and tutor potential teenage drivers on how to pass the learner’s permit test,” said MVD Stakeholder Relations Manager Jennifer Bowser-Richards.

“While offering those services isn’t illegal, people should know that they can get the same information at no cost at the ADOT MVD website,” she said. “We’ve offered free online practice tests for years and if someone takes the three 30-question exams, they will see almost every question offered. It makes no sense to pay someone for these materials.”

She added, “Customers should also be cautious when doing a web search for the MVD. Doing a search for the ‘Arizona DMV’, or ‘DMV Arizona’ will take you to a copycat webpage not affiliated with ADOT. Customers who use those sites will often be charged much larger fees than they would through the MVD, and in some cases they are paying exorbitant prices for something that’s actually free.”

MVD offers services through www.ServiceArizona. com, and customers accessing ServiceArizona. com may also set up a personal MVD account in the AZ MVD Now application. MVD also has a general information website at www.azdot.gov/mvd

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PROFILE ON LOCAL BUSINESS: Ron Hoagland MY COMPANY & TITLE IS… Engineering for Kids – Phoenix Metro: Owner and Program Director.

MY FAMILY… is my life. I would do anything to provide for their comfort, growth and safety.

A TYPICAL DAY IN MY LIFE INCLUDES… being a visionary for our company. Phone calls with customers, meetings with staff and students in our camps and planning for future growth.

THE BUSINESS LESSON I LEARNED THE HARD WAY IS… managing my marketing dollars and strategy. Many of the most effective ways to market your business are very low-cost opportunities.

MY FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING/WORKING IN THE DEER VALLEY AREA IS… that we have a lot of open space. There are a lot of great places to hike and be outdoors.

ONE THING I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT… is peanut butter. On crackers, in pretzels, ice cream, I could go on and on. It’s my weakness.

THE LAST THING THAT MADE ME LAUGH OUT LOUD WAS… a meme I saw on Facebook. It’s pretty amazing how a few words over a picture can make me lol.

WHEN I WAS YOUNGER, I WANTED TO BE… in control of my own self. I knew I wanted to own a business and carve my own path in life.

THE PERFECT DAY WOULD BE… sitting on the beach, playing with my kids and enjoying some Baja style fish tacos.

THE SONG I WOULD SING AT KARAOKE NIGHT IS... Interstate Love Song by Stone Temple Pilots.

MY FIRST JOB WAS… a paper route when I was 9 years old. I did that job every day, seven days a week for four years.

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By Jill “MamaBug” Frier

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ummer is in full swing and it’s hot outside! So what’s the best way to keep your kids busy while keeping them cool and getting them outside into the fresh air? Well, make a big splash and head to the water park, pool or splash pad near you! Here is a list of some of the best water parks in the Valley. Be sure to visit each website for specific hours, pricing, special events, and more info.

WET ‘N WILD PHOENIX Located in the Northwest Valley is one of the best water parks in the Phoenix area. This 25-acre facility on Pinnacle Peak Road, just west of 35th Avenue, is wildly popular and features some fantastic waterslides and pools for kids of all ages. Interactive water slides, super slides and attractions with names Maximum Velocity, the Tornado, the Serpentine Complex, Mammoth Falls, and Desert Racers will keep your bigger kids entertained, while the Crazy Cactus Roaring River raft ride, Soak’em Playground area and newly remodeled wave pool are great places to splash and play for all ages. The water park also occasionally hosts special evening events, such as their Dive ‘n Movie nights and various activities for teens and adults. Their fireworks shows on holidays throughout the summer are fantastic – and free! www.wetnwildphoenix.com 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd. Glendale, AZ 85310 BIG SURF WATERPARK One of the oldest and most popular water parks in the Valley is located in Tempe, at Hayden and McClintock Drive. The Big Surf Waterpark opened it’s doors in October 1969 and is now

home to America’s original wave pool, the Waikiki Beach Wave Pool, and more than seven giant, thrill-seeker water slides. Big Surf also has many kid friendly water park attractions, including Bora Bora Bay, Otter Slides for smaller kids, and the Captain Cook’s Landing area for toddlers. Big Surf also hosts concerts, festivals and other events throughout the year. bigsurffun.com 1500 N McClintock Dr. Tempe, Arizona 85281 GOLFLAND SUNSPLASH Golfland Sunsplash, located in Mesa at Country Club and US 60, features over 30 exciting rides and attractions. The water areas are open all summer and include thrilling waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and numerous toddler slides and splash areas. Sunsplash features the original water roller coaster, the Master Blaster Water Coaster, as well as speed slides and a variety of multi-story thrill ride slides and giant family raft rides. The Golfland area is open all year round and features bumper boats, miniature golf, laser tag, car racing and arcade areas. GolflandSunsplash also hosts night splash hours throughout the summer and features various special events, festivals and parties throughout the year. www.golfland.com/mesa 155 W. Hampton Ave. Mesa, AZ 85210 Take some time this summer to get yourself and your kids out of the heat and into the cool waters of one of the fantastic water parks here the Valley of the Sun. Be sure to check Ladybug’s Blog (LadybugsBlog.com) for a more ideas for great places to get your kids out of the house and interested places to see around the great state of Arizona. deervalleytimes.com

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or many students, math can seem like the most challenging school subject. But it doesn’t have to be. Math is actually all around us. Here are five ways you can help kids draw connections between classroom math and the math that touches their daily lives.

1. BAKE AND COOK Math and the kitchen go hand-inhand. Making cookies? Double or halve the batch to learn about dividing, multiplying and fractions.

Have the right recipe but the wrong measuring gear? Convert from metric to English to practice simple formulas. Witness how fractions work firsthand by quartering ingredients like peppers and apples.

For more hands-on education, let kids do the measuring, timer-setting and anything else that requires math.

2. BUILD SOMETHING TOGETHER Following instructions from start to finish is important for any math student, so build something together, like a new toy box or a bench for a reading nook. These types of projects require the use of math - from measuring materials to calculating the area and volume that objects will occupy. Be sure to point out when and how math is being used.

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4. GO SHOPPING Shopping is the perfect opportunity to practice percentages. Kids can calculate how much an item will cost and the money saved any time there’s a listed discount, like 20 percent off or half off. They can also calculate what the total charge will be after the sales tax is added. At the grocery store? Let kids weigh produce and calculate the cost.

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For example, if you have vacation plans on the horizon, you can show them how to create a budget for transportation, accommodations, food and more.

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tions. Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte of Australia’s The Healing Vet clinic consults pet owners that seek help for arthritis, tumors, appetite and other quality of life disablements effectively helping the animals improve under a schedule of supplementing CBD into diet and medicines. “Over the last 20 years I’ve developed a system of bodywork and healing for pets, horses (and people) called Whole Energy Body Balance (WEBB)” says Bassingthwaighte.

Just like humans, all mammals have an endocannabinoid system, the receptor system that interacts with cannabinoids like CBD. The ECS is responsible for maintaining homeostasis within the body by regulating the communication between cells, and functions such as appetite, sleep, metabolism, and immune response. Pet owners have reported positive responses to other conditions like depression, pain, nausea, seizures and a multitude of ailments. CBD treatment helps to keep these systems in balance. This is precisely why pet owners have begun using commercial CBD-infused products for their furry loved ones.

Local Phoenix Arizona resident and pet owner Chef Teresa Hansen (appears on The List TV) suggests an easy weekly routine that has both her and her beloved Lola, the cocka-poo staying active and feeling whole. “I love Infusing Hemp CBD oil into dog treats for the week.” Chef says, “It helps reward your pawed partner with essential fats and cannabinoids that improve mobility, temperament and appetite!” amongst the list of beneficial health uses. “Ask for ingredients and try to get tested results if available.”

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COVER STORY ELEGANT & EDIBLE LANDSCAPING

By Shelley Sakala

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s a Realtor, I keep a close eye on trends. Whether it’s a trend in features, design, paint, or décor, it helps to know what’s hot, what’s in-demand, and what’s going out of style. Knowing these things helps me super-serve my clients. I can guide homeowners as they prepare their homes for sale…and I can advise home buyers looking for on-trend design features. But every once in a while I come across something that transcends styles and trends…something that starts as an interesting idea, gains momentum, and eventually turns into a full-fledged movement. This is happening right now at a new home community in Phoenix called The Village at North Glen. Created by the master home builders at MAK Construction, this gated 40-home community was designed with a truly amazing point of differentiation: edible landscaping. Drive through the front gates of the community and you’ll notice fruit-bearing apple trees. Take a swim in the community pool and you’ll find yourself surrounded by banana plants. While it’s not uncommon for Arizona homeowners to have a few lemon or orange trees on their property, The Village at North Glen features more than 200 trees, including 137 citrus trees. And that’s just the beginning. Throughout the common areas residents enjoy edible plants, flowers, shrubs, and bushes such as artichokes, Jamaican roselle, canary melons, and moringa. Walk through the grounds of the property and find fruits, vegetables, and a delicious variety of edible greens that can be prepared as salads, seasonings, and even teas.

The home and property design at The Village at North Glen began as the brainchild of Mark Doerflein, President of MAK Construction. Mark shared the inspiration for the design: “We wanted to create a true community where people felt connected to not only their fellow residents, but to the community itself. Introducing the concept of sustainability was a big first step toward achieving that goal.”

And that’s where Justin Rohner comes in. Justin is the founder of Agriscaping Technologies, a Valley company specializing in sustainable landscape design. They are known for “elegant, edible landscaping.” Justin has been helping people around the world grow their own healthy, fresh foods at home for more than 25 years. Mark brought in Agriscaping to help bring to life his vision for the community - and it has been a perfect fit. “Almost every tree, plant, and flower here is edible,” says Justin. “One of my favorite parts about what I do is educating people about growing food. The residents are genuinely interested in learning about what we’ve planted.” According the MAK Construction, the sustainable design of the community is one of their most popular and asked-about features. “This is an urban community that offers farm-to-table produce,” says Mark. “The ability to consume food that never spent time on a truck or in a processing plant…that’s pretty incredible. Our homeowners definitely appreciate it.”

Mark and Justin are currently collaborating on plans for private herb gardens for each homeowner. Sounds delicious!

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REAL ESTATE

DEER VALLEY AIRPARK INDUSTRIAL VACANCY DROPS

By Chris Keeley

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he Deer Valley Airpark industrial vacancy rate is approaching record lows.

Even with multiple new industrial projects now completed and available, the absorption rate in this market has kept pace. With over 650,000 square feet of new industrial product delivered over the last 18 months, it is hard to believe demand has kept up with this abundance of new development.

Well it has, and vacancy rates are now below 9 percent in Deer Valley Airpark and spaces are still filling up fast. Lease rates are some of the highest in the Phoenix area, currently averaging $0.85 psf (NNN) asking rate. Demand remains high and new

development will be hard pressed to keep up.

Industrial sales have also been very active in the Airpark, with over 40 separate sales surpassing $40,000,000 since January 1st. Pricing has also jumped with new product at $139 psf plus and second generation averaging $116 psf. With a total lack of inventory available for sale product, we can expect these prices to continue to increase. There is also currently a shortage of new construction of industrial product that is for sale coming on line in the Airpark. We should expect a tangible shortage of industrial buildings for purchase in the industrial market in Deer Valley Airpark over the next 12 months.

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Ebb & Flow or Feast or Famine; It’s beginning to look more like a feast in Deer Valley Airpark and the flow of new construction over the next two years should be substantial.

The entire Phoenix industrial market vacancy rate is at a 10-year low and we are seeing an increase in development all over the metro Phoenix market. Deer Valley Airpark has become a prime area to relocate business for these reasons: • The Deer Valley Airport • Great freeway access with 1-17 and Loop 101 running through the heart of Deer Valley, and the new Loop 303 and the 51 Freeway just outside its edges • The close proximity to Scottsdale Airpark • Deer Valley Airpark’s attractive pricing for sale and leasing product • The type of clientele that already calls Deer Valley home

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Land sales and pricing came back strong in Deer Valley Airpark over the last 18 months. During the recession, land prices had dropped to 10% of previous prices. Looking back at my 2020 report of 2005, one to fifteen acre lots were selling for $12 to $15 psf in that year. During the recession we had trouble selling industrial land for $2 psf. There were years the land market dried up completely with almost no buyers at all. Todays pricing is back to $7 to $12 psf for industrial land and plenty of interested buyers in our market. Land is moving again and pricing is steadily increasing.

2017 was a very good year for the real estate market in the Airpark and 2018 looks like it could be even better. The first quarter numbers are in and we are on pace to break records.

Finally, we have new companies moving into this market. For years the only real estate being done was moving our existing tenants around looking for better deals. We are finally seeing an influx of new companies moving into Deer Valley Airpark.

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HOW MUCH HOME CAN I ACTUALLY AFFORD?

By Mike Tizzano

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f Jimmy jumped off a bridge, would you?” If you’re around my age you probably heard that from your parents at some point in your childhood. We all had that one friend that tried to talk you into something that was a really bad idea.

And if you were like me, you probably followed along at least once, and the results were less than desirable. In my case it typically resulted in bodily injury.

So what does any of this have to do with home financing? There are a number of real estate agents and lenders that act like Jimmy. You like a house but when the actual figures come in, the monthly payment and required cash to close are more than you are comfortable with. These “friends” will give you all kinds of advice as to why you should trash your budget goals and move forward with the transaction. In some cases they do have your best interest in mind, especially in a frenzied market in which there aren’t a lot of homes available for purchase. In other cases, they are just looking for the quick commission.

So how do you know how much house you can actually afford? Here are four things you need to consider when making that leap: 1. Don’t rule out a starter home: With all the shows on cable TV about fixing, flipping, etc. there are often unrealistic expectations with first time home buyers. We are currently in a seller’s market so you’re not likely to get everything you want in your first home without stretching your budget.

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plan, you need to understand that things change, both in the markets and your personal life. Make sure you can handle whatever home payment you get into at your current employment and income. Understand that even with a fixed rate mortgage your payment can increases as property taxes and homeowner’s insurance can fluctuate.

3. Understand Debt To Income ratios (DTI): DTI is your monthly debt/expenses divided by your gross monthly income There are two numbers here to consider. The “front-end” ratio, which is your housing expense, and the “back-end ratio” which is the housing expense plus other monthly debts. The other monthly debts are the minimum payments on items on your credit report, tax liens, child support and alimony payments, etc. While some programs will allow you to qualify for a loan with a DTI of 55 percent, it’s usually a bad idea when you consider what is not considered in the lenders debt to income calculation: a. Income Taxes - Your DTI is calculated on gross income b. Health Insurance c. Auto expenses: maintenance, insurance, gasoline d. Utilities: electricity, gas, cable/ internet, cell phones e. Groceries f. Child care or pet care expenses g. Emergency expenses Generally, the guidelines call for a debt ratio maximum of 28/43. This means that the housing expense can equal 28 percent of your gross monthly income while the total debt ratio equals 43 percent. BUT generally, home buyers can be approved at ratios of 43/55. There are instances in which this is useful, for example, if you have someone living in the home that is not qualifying on the loan but earns income. However, if all of your earned income being considered is going to those levels on your debt ratio, it is a terrible idea. Just because you, can doesn’t mean you should. Don’t follow Jimmy off the bridge.

4. Make sure you have some funds available after closing: Let’s say you’ve saved up $40,000 to put down on your house and you use it all to keep your mortgage payment within your budget. Sounds like a good idea right? But what happens when you close and decide you want to paint, buy a new refrigerator, need more furniture, or something breaks down in the house or your car? You end up putting things on your credit card and it costs you more. If you’re already at the top of your budget, the increased credit card payments could be difficult for you to meet. Although most loan programs don’t require you to have cash reserves to close on a home that you’re purchasing to live in, it is always best to have a bit of a nest egg.

Consider putting less down if you can do so without busting your payment budget, or buying something priced

lower that requires a lower down payment to meet your budgetary goals.

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hen it comes to scams, seniors tend to be an easy target because they are more vulnerable and susceptible to fraudulent schemes. Whether it’s fake sweepstakes, implausible investment returns, or the bogus charity scam, the elderly are more vulnerable to certain crimes, especially those living alone. It can occur by mail, phone, in person, or on the internet.

Locally, a scammer posing as an elderly woman’s teenaged grandson recently phoned her and claimed he was in a traffic accident involving alcohol.

He claimed he was in a holding cell and needed $6,000 for his release.

The “grandson” referred her to his “lawyer,” who told this woman that if she called the parents, the incident would go on her grandson’s permanent record. Enroute to the bank, she was in a car accident and delayed by over 30 minutes, so it was too late to get the money. When she called the scammers, they told her to purchase six $1,000 gift cards at a popular chain store. Fueled by guilt from the scammers and unable to drive because of pain from the accident, she took a cab there, but they’d only let her purchase one card for $950.

When neither her bank card nor a check would work, she returned to the cab and relayed the story to the driver, who told her it was a scam. Immediately, she phoned her son and discovered that her grandson was home the entire time. She followed up with a police report.

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And talk with someone you trust before giving an answer, especially when you feel pressured.

Before doing business with a sales person, be sure to get their name and business name, telephone number, street/mailing address. Monitor your bank and credit card statements and credit ratings; check on any unusual or incorrect information. Never give your personal information such as your Social Security and Medicare number, or credit card and banking information over the phone to someone who initiates the contact with you. Register on donotcall.gov to stop unwanted telemarketers.

Remember to stay involved in your area by becoming active in your neighborhood block watch. Don’t isolate; social isolation can increase your risk of getting scammed.

If you think you’ve been scammed, it is important to take action. NCOA suggests you contact your bank and credit card company and cancel the credit/bank cards that could have been used fraudulently. Also, reset your PIN and passwords. You can also call legal services and Adult Protective Services by visiting their website at: https:// eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx. Or call them toll-free at 1-800-677-1116 weekdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.

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• Plug in timers to turn on lights and a radio or television on and off at appropriate times.

t’s summer in Phoenix and that means a few things, it’s going to get hot and, as most people in Phoenix do, they leave for extended periods of time to cooler climates.

While summer vacations are definitely needed to escape the heat, recharge from work, raising kids, etc. it’s also a busy time for burglars as they know it’s a good time to strike. Here are some basic vacation security tips that you should consider utilizing to safeguard your home and valuables.

• Turn the phone ringer off and do not announce your absence on voicemail.

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• Never leave your house key hidden outside your home.

• Ask a neighbor to watch the house while you are away. It is a good idea to leave your vacation address and telephone number with a trusted neighbor so you can be reached in case of an emergency.

• Stop all deliveries and arrange for a neighbor to pick up your mail, newspapers and packages that may get delivered.

• Arrange for someone to maintain your yard to give the home a lived in look.

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• Try not to post on social media sites like Twitter and Facebook your vacationing status. You never know who could be viewing your activities, such as friends of friends you have allowed to see your site.

• Leave your blinds, curtains or shades in a normal position. Do not close them unless that is what you normally do.

• Close and lock garage doors (including door entering house from garage), all doors leading to the exterior of the house and windows. Ask a neighbor to park a car on occasion in your driveway or if you leave a car at home park it as you normally would. Vehicles parked outside should be moved occasionally to appear that they are being used.

• Do not leave any valuables in plain view in cars.

• Lock and secure all gates, storage sheds, and even electrical boxes.

• Contact the Black Mountain Precinct at 602-495-5002 and request a vacation watch to cover the time period you are gone.

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A tragedy tears a family apart as Annie (Toni Collette) realizes how much her mother had an effect on her kids.

This needs to be said: Hereditary is not an easy watch, and if you’re going in expecting a regular horror experience, you’re going to be shocked, disturbed and sad at the same time… which is why I recommend it. Ari Aster’s debut feature frightens you in several ways, both in the scares that this film presents (which includes scenes reminiscent of The Exorcist) and the family drama going on, sometimes both happening at the same time. Toni Collette and Alex Wolff are the standouts in this film, both expressing grief and anger in different but excellent ways (not to say that Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne don’t also do well in this). Again, this is a film that is not for everyone, but those who appreciate high concept horror will likely love this. Be warned though: you may want to watch something much ‘happier’ to reset your brain after seeing this.

SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY

After abandoning the Empire, Han Solo participates in a job to steal hyperfuel for a massive gangster.

Solo’s broken production could have led to a really bad film (to put it mildly), but the final film actually turned out well. Alden Ehrenreich deserves a lot of credit for his portrayal of Han, showing him at a point where he’s less hardened but still smart. He manages to capture the feel of Ford’s performance without just imitating him.

The rest of the cast ranges from great (Woody Harrelson, Donald Glover) to good despite not much material to work with (Emilia Clarke, Paul Bettany), to wasted (Thandie Newton, Ian Kenny). It’s a very action heavy film, quickly going from set piece to set piece. Each is exciting and are shot/edited well to give a nice flow of adrenaline. Perhaps the biggest flaw of this film is that it feels safe, not really trying any-

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thing different, or adding much to the Star Wars universe like the last three films have done.

UPGRADE

A man has a chip installed into his body that gives him the ability to move and fight after being paralyzed in an attack that killed his wife.

Logan Marshall-Green deserves much more praise as an actor, as his roles in works such as The Invitation, Quarry and now Upgrade show his expansive range. In what would be a normally generic role, he adds personality to the lead role Grey with both his dark humor and chemistry with the AI Stem. Yes, even the AI in the film has a personality, leading to some humorous moments between the two. It’s also worth giving this film praise for its fluent action scenes and nice visuals given the low budget compared to other action films (and of course some nice brutal gore as well). If it weren’t for the thin story and forgettable supporting cast, this could have been a great underground cult film.

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A hotel in Los Angeles that houses criminals with injuries is under siege by a notable crime kingpin during a citywide riot.

Hotel Artemis has all the elements of a great film: a mid-budget film with an original idea and an all-star cast, that should mean we got something great. And there are glimpses of that in the film, with some stellar performances (notably Sterling K. Brown, Dave Bautista and Jeff Goldblum) and the cinematography by Chung-hoon Chung. But it seems like there was just so much more that could be done with this film beyond the basic plot. We don’t get a good indication on how important the hotel is or how LA has gotten to this point, which leaves the viewer wishing for more background. There are also flashbacks involved in this film, which are presented sloppily, to put it simply. It feels like a short film that was extended into a feature, which is an absolute shame because there was so much potential for greatness. Alas, it wasn’t meant to be.

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By Dalen Blumentritt of Reliance Heating & Air Conditioning Q. Should I have my AC unit serviced?

A. Here in the Valley of the Sun a heat pump runs around 2200 hundred hours per year. The compressor runs at 3450 RPM’s. If this were your car running at the same RPM, or let’s say, 60 MPH you would travel around the equator 5.3 times per year or 132,000 miles a year. Not many of us would try to drive our car that distance without doing some preventive maintenance!

My opinion is that servicing our air conditioner prolongs the life of the system and helps it run efficiently. That being said, it is critical to have the right person working on it. Anyone putting gauges on your system can do more harm than good if they are not properly trained. They can introduce contaminates or overcharge the system with refrigerant. Therefore, be sure to do your research before calling someone to come work on your AC unit.

Q. How long should my air conditioner last?

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However, we have also seen many systems that are 20 plus years old.

The warranty on a majority of newer systems is 10 years. If you have a major component failure past the 10-year mark, such as a compressor or an evaporator coil leak, in most cases I would recommend replacing the entire system versus spending thousands of dollars on a 10 or 11-yearold unit. The minute you replace the coil something else fails and you will have spent as much on repairs as you would have spent on a new unit. Especially if you consider the new unit is going to be more efficient.

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Q. Is there anything I can do to save money on my utility bill?

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THINGS TO DO PATRIOTIC ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS GAME WHEN: July 1, 5:00 pm WHERE: Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix WHAT: The Diamondbacks will be playing the Colorado Rockies in a special patriotic game. The team will be giving away 20,000 patriotic T-shirts to fans and have special themed concessions, including a red, white and blue churro dog. All players and staff will wear patriotic uniforms, and the gear worn in the game will be sold later to benefit the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation. A fireworks show will follow the game. Gates open at 5 p.m., game starts at 7:10 p.m. Tickets start at $19 and range up to $180 for clubhouse boxes. 602-462-6500, mlb.com/dbacks.

WET ‘N’ WILD HERO APPRECIATION & FREE FIREWORKS WHEN: July 1-4, 8:45 pm WHERE: Wet ‘N Wild, 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Glendale WHAT: Join us for fun packed activities for the entire family as we celebrate July 4th. All active and retired US military and first responders (Fire, Police, EMT) get in free when ID is presented at the ticket window. Plus up to six family and friends can get in for 1/2 price ($21.99+tax) when military or first responder ID is shown at the ticket window. Play during the day and stay late for our fireworks celebration on July 3rd and 4th. Fireworks are free and begin at 8:45pm.

ANTHEM’S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION (ANTHEM) WHEN: July 3, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

WHERE: Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway WHAT: Fireworks starting at 9:30 p.m. Celebrate at Anthem’s Independence Day Celebration with the traditional fireworks display, fun rides, activities and festival food. Families can bring blankets and lawn chairs and sit back to enjoy the spectacular event. For more information, call 623-742-4510.

SCOTTSDALE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION WHEN: July 4, 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm WHERE: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale WHAT: This cool event is being held indoors at WestWorld and features a petting zoo, pony rides, a stunt dog show, a BMX show, Jurassic 4th Dino Crew, carnival rides, a bull riding rodeo and of course, food and drinks and fireworks.

Adult tickets can be purchased in advance for $15/general admission; VIP tickets in advance are $25, and include reserved open seating for fireworks, unlimited access to the VIP area food and beverage stations, exclusive access to a photobooth. Fireworks start at 9:00 pm. Kids general admission ticket are $12 in advance; Kids VIP tickets are $30 in advance. Kids 5 and under free.

4TH OF ZOO-LY AT THE PHOENIX ZOO WHEN: July 4, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm WHERE: Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix WHAT: The Phoenix Zoo will be serving up a classic summer BBQ and topping off the evening with a very special viewing of the Tempe Town Lake Fireworks

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FABULOUS PHOENIX 4TH (PHOENIX) WHEN: July 4, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm WHERE: Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix WHAT: The 33rd annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th will feature one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest. The free and non-alcoholic family event annually attracts 100,000-plus participants. Included in this year’s event will be two stages featuring international recording artists, a variety of vendors offering festival-style food and beverage, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits and a classic car display. Youth activities, rides and inflatables, and a water spray zone will be part of Kids’ World.

MARY POPPINS WHEN: July 6 - 22 WHERE: Herberger Theater, 222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix WHAT: Magically appearing just when she’s needed most, Mary Poppins leads the Banks household on zany adventures with chimney sweeps, shopkeepers and an assortment of astonishing characters. With infectious music by Disney’s legendary Sherman brothers (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and The Aristocats), “Anything Can Happen” in the world of Mary Poppins. Get ready for something “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!”

THE SMASHING PUMPKINS WHEN: July 12, 7:00 pm WHERE: Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale WHAT: GRAMMY® Award-winning, acclaimed alternative rock pioneers The Smashing Pumpkins announced the Shiny And Oh So Bright Tour, their first tour in nearly 20 years to feature founding members Billy Corgan, Jimmy Chamberlin and James Iha. The 36-city tour will kick off at Gila River Arena in Glendale.

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WINTER IN JULY! WHEN: July 14, 7:00 am - 11:00 am WHERE: Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix WHAT: Temperatures are heating up, but the Phoenix Zoo is transforming into a winter wonderland! Chill out in nearly 50 tons of snow, splash around at the wet and wild play areas, and watch our lovable animals enjoy icy treats. All activities are included with general Zoo admission. deervalleytimes.com

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