Live Beautifully | November 2018

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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.

N OV E M B E R

With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts,

Lisa | Matt | Laura

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 ________________ Spotlight On: Ryan House REAL ESTATE CORNER ________________ Selling?

Disclose, Disclose, Disclose!

offered at

$1,200,000 ________

YOUR HOME ________________ Best Design Trends for Autumn

MLS #5779681

Splendid sunsets and breathtaking views highlight this Southwest Contemporary home on the 6th hole of the Monument course. This meticulously well-cared-for, four-bedroom, three-bath home with an office and a bonus room has clean, straight architectural lines

Monument at Troon North

making contemporary fireplace to set the tone for this fine property.

4 Bed + Den + Bonus

The kitchen offers slab-granite counters, custom cabinetry with glass

3 Bath

throughout, coffered and wood-paneled ceilings and a statement-

inserts, an oversized Sub-Zero fridge, Dacor double ovens, gas range, walk-in butler’s pantry, and a large center island with bar seating. The home office has a separate entrance to the front courtyard set with hand-laid pavers, while the extended-length, three-car garage boasts epoxy flooring and attached cabinets. The backyard’s wide-open feel

4,256 SQ FT

AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in November NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Golf Course Grandeur in Monument at Troon North

THANKSGIVING is one of those holidays that tends to revolve around family and food. If you're looking for a good conversation starter, these interesting facts will make you seem like the smartest person at the dinner table.

TURKEY DAY

a hit. Within one year, over 10 million were sold.

The turkeys pardoned by the president go on to do some pretty cool things.

President George H.W. Bush pardoned the first turkey in 1989, and it's a tradition that persists today. But what happens to the lucky bird that doesn't get served with a side of mashed potatoes? In 2005 and 2009, the turkeys were sent to Disneyland and Walt Disney World parks to serve as grand marshal in their annual Thanksgiving parades.

While president, Thomas Jefferson refused to declare Thanksgiving as a holiday.

Presidents originally had to declare it a holiday every year. History says Jefferson refused because he strongly believed in the separation of church and state. Since Thanksgiving involved prayer, he thought making it a holiday would violate the First Amendment.

Most Americans like Thanksgiving leftovers more than the actual meal.

Almost eight in 10 agree that the second helpings of stuffing, mashed potatoes and pie beat out the big dinner itself, according to a 2015 Harris Poll.

The woman behind "Mary Had a Little Lamb" is also responsible for Thanksgiving's recognition as a national holiday.

In 1863, writer and editor Sarah Josepha Hale convinced President Abraham Lincoln to officially declare Thanksgiving a national holiday that reoccurred every year. She wrote countless articles and letters to persuade the president — and the rest is history!

The Butterball Turkey Talk Line answers almost 100,000 calls each season.

Last year, the company's popular cooking crisis management team also introduced a 24hour text message line for the lead-up into the big day.

A Thanksgiving mix-up inspired the first TV Adapted from: dinners.

GoodHousekeeping.com Black Friday is the busiest day of the year In 1953, a Swanson employee accidentally for plumbers. ordered a colossal shipment of Thanksgiving Thanks to all that food we gobble up on Thanksgiving, Rototurkeys (260 tons, to be exact). To get rid of them all, salesman Rooter reports that kitchen drains, garbage disposals, and yes, Gerry Thomas came up with the idea of filling 5,000 aluminum toilets, require more attention the day after Thanksgiving than trays with the turkey – along with cornbread dressing, gravy, any other day of the year. peas and sweet potatoes. They were sold for 98 cents and were

allows for the ultimate in entertaining, featuring a heated pool and spa, stacked-stone water feature, unique desert landscaping, large covered patio, built-in BBQ, and beautiful native flagstone decking.

28514 N 95th Place | Scottsdale, AZ 85262

CORPORATE OFFICE:

CONTACT:

The Luckys North Scottsdale 7669 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 110 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

602.320.8415 Lucky@RussLyon.com LisaLucky.com

SELLING?

Best Design Trends for

Disclose, Disclose, Disclose!

Arizona law requires a home seller to disclose any known

new

SPOTLIGHT ON:

material facts about the property that could impact its value or a buyer’s decision to move forward with the purchase. The Arizona Association of REALTORS has created a form known as the Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS) to assist homeowners in making these disclosures.

Sellers are instructed to answer all of the questions as truthfully and fully as possible and to provide supporting documentation when applicable. It is due to the potential buyer within three days of contract acceptance.

Some sellers are hesitant to disclose information for fear that the buyer won’t continue with the sale. However, it is always in the best interest of the seller to be forthright and honest about the condition of the property. “Failure to disclose” accounts for a high percentage of lawsuits filed by real estate buyers, so it behooves the homeowner to state all material facts up-front.

The type of information that is asked on the SPDS form includes knowledge of the structural integrity of the property such as

& NOTEWORTHY

RyanHouse.org WHAT THEY DO: Ryan House provides services at no cost to families with children that are navigating life-limiting or end-of-life journeys. Pediatric respite care is available to give the caregiving family a break from the around-the-clock stress of home care and it creates opportunities for the ill children to spend time with other children in their situation. Their pediatric palliative care aims to alleviate the toll and emotional pain that an illness creates. Certified child life specialists provide activities and opportunities such as art, music, pet and sensory therapies to children facing an illness. Through their partnership with Hospice of the Valley, end-of-life care is provided, and Ryan House offers grief and bereavement support to children, siblings and families.

roofing issues, presence of termites, and problems with systems

Providing

such as heating, cooling and electrical. The seller is also asked

no-cost services

to disclose any knowledge of scorpions, bee swarms, or rodents

to families with

having ever been present on the property. Knowledge of mold,

children that

lead paint, radon, asbestos, underground storage tanks, soil

are navigating

expansion, noise including those from airports or traffic, or any other nuisances are also to be reported.

If the seller does not have personal knowledge of an issue, there is an area on the form to state as such. Again, this law requires sellers to disclose known facts. Further, the seller’s real estate agent or attorney are not permitted to answer these questions for the homeowner but are available to explain the questions if needed.

Sellers will find that disclosing pertinent information saves a lot of time and hassle during the escrow process and goes

REAL E S TAT E

a long way in avoiding any future litigation.

corner

life-limiting or end-of-life journeys HOW CAN YOU HELP? AZ Tax Credit – Direct your yearly allowable tax credit to Ryan House. Tax law allows a dollar-for-dollar tax credit, which benefits the non-profit and can potentially reduce the tax amount you owe.

Donation Drives – Consider hosting a toy or food drive, either as an individual or as a corporation or church group.

Sponsor an Event – Ryan House hosts three signature events a year where 100% of the event proceeds benefit the organization.

Volunteer – The Care Team works directly to meet the needs of the children at Ryan House. Speakers Bureau Volunteers represent Ryan House at community events and Administrative Volunteers aid with necessary office work.

Rich tones, color blocks, a touch of black and big flouncy florals are what’s to come this autumn and winter. Below we show you how to create these exciting trends in your home this coming season.

CULINARY ROOTS From house-cured meats,

OVERSIZED FLORALS

fresh-made pastas,

This is a really lovely trend – who doesn’t love flower prints and on a large scale? Look out for big blousy designs that have a pre-Raphaelite style and you’ll find them on cushions, bedding and as murals (shown here). Keep the rest of the look simple, so the florals become the star and pick out key colors to accessorize with.

house-made ricotta and mozzarella cheeses and in-house focaccia and pizza doughs; the kitchen at Grayhawk’s new Parma Italian Roots promises delicious

MODERN NEUTRALS This is a combination of different elements that creates a beautiful and simple look with the emphasis on natural-looking furniture. As Kate Butler, head of design at Habitat, explains: “There’s been a focus on stripped timbers, wood grain and a return to simple, natural patinas and materials within furniture.”

Team this with gently patterned crockery, soft grey chairs and a neutral block-colored textured rug to complete this calming trend.

ALL THE PINKS Dusty, old-fashioned pinks are all the rage for autumn which is a perfect antidote to the usual rusty tones we see, and as it’s such an easy-on-the-eye color it’s simple to apply to our homes. We asked Karen Thomas, head of design at Home at Marks & Spencer to explain this trend: “Adding warmth and color to your home, these tones will work especially well alongside metallic, contemporary greys and the new wave of darker neutrals. If you’re feeling bold, go for statement upholstery in vibrant pink velvet or for a more understated look try painterly florals and layer textures and fabrics to add interest.”

Italian-inspired classics and a mix of modern favorites. Here you’ll find wood-fired pizzas, salads,

BRIGHT SHAPES Playful and full of color, this trend is certainly a happy one. Look out for bold shades in different shapes – stripes, geometrical, spots and blocks and you can’t go wrong. Pop it all together and you’ll have this trend spot-on. Lois Vincent, home designer at House of Fraser, says: “Its design DNA lies in its mix-and-match of graphic geos, bold colors and clean lines. Running through it all is a confidence to clash, not match. The only rule? Make it modern.”

Adapted from: HouseBeautiful.com

pastas and entrees, all served up in a trendy yet laid-back setting.

ParmaItalianAZ.com

WANNA GET AWAY? Those in the know fly private – highly discounted, that is! Scottsdale’s very own The Departure Club is a new, members-only club offering deep discounts on empty-leg and charter flights. One-way, private

November 18 | affcf.org

Scottsdale International Film Festival

Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships

Slider Throwdown

Whether you’re a bonafide film scholar or simply a movie lover, plan your

Love horses? Love horsepower? Love to see and be seen at the chicest

“escape” at this multi-day event celebrating award-winning cinema from

event in Scottsdale? Head over to WestWorld for the 8th annual Polo

around the world. The opening night reception, held at the Scottsdale Center for

Championships where stylish spectators are treated to multiple polo

the Performing Arts, will kick off the film extravaganza, with scores and scores

matches, fashion shows, a Barrett-Jackson preview, and high-energy,

of diverse films screened at the Harkins Shea 14 theater through the remainder

field-side tents offering DJs, dancing and free-flowing bubbly.

of the festival.

Local food truck vendors will battle it out at Kierland Commons in a burger-to-burger combat for title of Best Slider. Judged by local culinary “experts,” there will also be a People’s Choice award from votes of the guests. Proceeds benefit the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation, which has awarded over $5.7 million to children in foster care. Throw back some mouth-watering sliders and make the life of a child brighter. Sounds like a win-win for sure!

unheard-of fares, such as an entire seven-seat jet for $1,299 to Vegas.

Plus, members have VIP access to exclusive social events. Think of it as your country club in the skies. Memberships@ TheDepartureClub.com

2018

NOVEMBER 10 – 11 | ThePoloParty.com

november

flights are available at

NOVEMBER 2 – 11 | ScottsdaleFilmFestival.com

SELLING?

Best Design Trends for

Disclose, Disclose, Disclose!

Arizona law requires a home seller to disclose any known

new

SPOTLIGHT ON:

material facts about the property that could impact its value or a buyer’s decision to move forward with the purchase. The Arizona Association of REALTORS has created a form known as the Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS) to assist homeowners in making these disclosures.

Sellers are instructed to answer all of the questions as truthfully and fully as possible and to provide supporting documentation when applicable. It is due to the potential buyer within three days of contract acceptance.

Some sellers are hesitant to disclose information for fear that the buyer won’t continue with the sale. However, it is always in the best interest of the seller to be forthright and honest about the condition of the property. “Failure to disclose” accounts for a high percentage of lawsuits filed by real estate buyers, so it behooves the homeowner to state all material facts up-front.

The type of information that is asked on the SPDS form includes knowledge of the structural integrity of the property such as

& NOTEWORTHY

RyanHouse.org WHAT THEY DO: Ryan House provides services at no cost to families with children that are navigating life-limiting or end-of-life journeys. Pediatric respite care is available to give the caregiving family a break from the around-the-clock stress of home care and it creates opportunities for the ill children to spend time with other children in their situation. Their pediatric palliative care aims to alleviate the toll and emotional pain that an illness creates. Certified child life specialists provide activities and opportunities such as art, music, pet and sensory therapies to children facing an illness. Through their partnership with Hospice of the Valley, end-of-life care is provided, and Ryan House offers grief and bereavement support to children, siblings and families.

roofing issues, presence of termites, and problems with systems

Providing

such as heating, cooling and electrical. The seller is also asked

no-cost services

to disclose any knowledge of scorpions, bee swarms, or rodents

to families with

having ever been present on the property. Knowledge of mold,

children that

lead paint, radon, asbestos, underground storage tanks, soil

are navigating

expansion, noise including those from airports or traffic, or any other nuisances are also to be reported.

If the seller does not have personal knowledge of an issue, there is an area on the form to state as such. Again, this law requires sellers to disclose known facts. Further, the seller’s real estate agent or attorney are not permitted to answer these questions for the homeowner but are available to explain the questions if needed.

Sellers will find that disclosing pertinent information saves a lot of time and hassle during the escrow process and goes

REAL E S TAT E

a long way in avoiding any future litigation.

corner

life-limiting or end-of-life journeys HOW CAN YOU HELP? AZ Tax Credit – Direct your yearly allowable tax credit to Ryan House. Tax law allows a dollar-for-dollar tax credit, which benefits the non-profit and can potentially reduce the tax amount you owe.

Donation Drives – Consider hosting a toy or food drive, either as an individual or as a corporation or church group.

Sponsor an Event – Ryan House hosts three signature events a year where 100% of the event proceeds benefit the organization.

Volunteer – The Care Team works directly to meet the needs of the children at Ryan House. Speakers Bureau Volunteers represent Ryan House at community events and Administrative Volunteers aid with necessary office work.

Rich tones, color blocks, a touch of black and big flouncy florals are what’s to come this autumn and winter. Below we show you how to create these exciting trends in your home this coming season.

CULINARY ROOTS From house-cured meats,

OVERSIZED FLORALS

fresh-made pastas,

This is a really lovely trend – who doesn’t love flower prints and on a large scale? Look out for big blousy designs that have a pre-Raphaelite style and you’ll find them on cushions, bedding and as murals (shown here). Keep the rest of the look simple, so the florals become the star and pick out key colors to accessorize with.

house-made ricotta and mozzarella cheeses and in-house focaccia and pizza doughs; the kitchen at Grayhawk’s new Parma Italian Roots promises delicious

MODERN NEUTRALS This is a combination of different elements that creates a beautiful and simple look with the emphasis on natural-looking furniture. As Kate Butler, head of design at Habitat, explains: “There’s been a focus on stripped timbers, wood grain and a return to simple, natural patinas and materials within furniture.”

Team this with gently patterned crockery, soft grey chairs and a neutral block-colored textured rug to complete this calming trend.

ALL THE PINKS Dusty, old-fashioned pinks are all the rage for autumn which is a perfect antidote to the usual rusty tones we see, and as it’s such an easy-on-the-eye color it’s simple to apply to our homes. We asked Karen Thomas, head of design at Home at Marks & Spencer to explain this trend: “Adding warmth and color to your home, these tones will work especially well alongside metallic, contemporary greys and the new wave of darker neutrals. If you’re feeling bold, go for statement upholstery in vibrant pink velvet or for a more understated look try painterly florals and layer textures and fabrics to add interest.”

Italian-inspired classics and a mix of modern favorites. Here you’ll find wood-fired pizzas, salads,

BRIGHT SHAPES Playful and full of color, this trend is certainly a happy one. Look out for bold shades in different shapes – stripes, geometrical, spots and blocks and you can’t go wrong. Pop it all together and you’ll have this trend spot-on. Lois Vincent, home designer at House of Fraser, says: “Its design DNA lies in its mix-and-match of graphic geos, bold colors and clean lines. Running through it all is a confidence to clash, not match. The only rule? Make it modern.”

Adapted from: HouseBeautiful.com

pastas and entrees, all served up in a trendy yet laid-back setting.

ParmaItalianAZ.com

WANNA GET AWAY? Those in the know fly private – highly discounted, that is! Scottsdale’s very own The Departure Club is a new, members-only club offering deep discounts on empty-leg and charter flights. One-way, private

November 18 | affcf.org

Scottsdale International Film Festival

Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships

Slider Throwdown

Whether you’re a bonafide film scholar or simply a movie lover, plan your

Love horses? Love horsepower? Love to see and be seen at the chicest

“escape” at this multi-day event celebrating award-winning cinema from

event in Scottsdale? Head over to WestWorld for the 8th annual Polo

around the world. The opening night reception, held at the Scottsdale Center for

Championships where stylish spectators are treated to multiple polo

the Performing Arts, will kick off the film extravaganza, with scores and scores

matches, fashion shows, a Barrett-Jackson preview, and high-energy,

of diverse films screened at the Harkins Shea 14 theater through the remainder

field-side tents offering DJs, dancing and free-flowing bubbly.

of the festival.

Local food truck vendors will battle it out at Kierland Commons in a burger-to-burger combat for title of Best Slider. Judged by local culinary “experts,” there will also be a People’s Choice award from votes of the guests. Proceeds benefit the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation, which has awarded over $5.7 million to children in foster care. Throw back some mouth-watering sliders and make the life of a child brighter. Sounds like a win-win for sure!

unheard-of fares, such as an entire seven-seat jet for $1,299 to Vegas.

Plus, members have VIP access to exclusive social events. Think of it as your country club in the skies. Memberships@ TheDepartureClub.com

2018

NOVEMBER 10 – 11 | ThePoloParty.com

november

flights are available at

NOVEMBER 2 – 11 | ScottsdaleFilmFestival.com

20 18

When it comes to the North Scottsdale lifestyle and area real estate, The Luckys are proud to be the eminent source for their clients.

N OV E M B E R

With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts,

Lisa | Matt | Laura

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 ________________ Spotlight On: Ryan House REAL ESTATE CORNER ________________ Selling?

Disclose, Disclose, Disclose!

offered at

$1,200,000 ________

YOUR HOME ________________ Best Design Trends for Autumn

MLS #5779681

Splendid sunsets and breathtaking views highlight this Southwest Contemporary home on the 6th hole of the Monument course. This meticulously well-cared-for, four-bedroom, three-bath home with an office and a bonus room has clean, straight architectural lines

Monument at Troon North

making contemporary fireplace to set the tone for this fine property.

4 Bed + Den + Bonus

The kitchen offers slab-granite counters, custom cabinetry with glass

3 Bath

throughout, coffered and wood-paneled ceilings and a statement-

inserts, an oversized Sub-Zero fridge, Dacor double ovens, gas range, walk-in butler’s pantry, and a large center island with bar seating. The home office has a separate entrance to the front courtyard set with hand-laid pavers, while the extended-length, three-car garage boasts epoxy flooring and attached cabinets. The backyard’s wide-open feel

4,256 SQ FT

AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in November NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Golf Course Grandeur in Monument at Troon North

THANKSGIVING is one of those holidays that tends to revolve around family and food. If you're looking for a good conversation starter, these interesting facts will make you seem like the smartest person at the dinner table.

TURKEY DAY

a hit. Within one year, over 10 million were sold.

The turkeys pardoned by the president go on to do some pretty cool things.

President George H.W. Bush pardoned the first turkey in 1989, and it's a tradition that persists today. But what happens to the lucky bird that doesn't get served with a side of mashed potatoes? In 2005 and 2009, the turkeys were sent to Disneyland and Walt Disney World parks to serve as grand marshal in their annual Thanksgiving parades.

While president, Thomas Jefferson refused to declare Thanksgiving as a holiday.

Presidents originally had to declare it a holiday every year. History says Jefferson refused because he strongly believed in the separation of church and state. Since Thanksgiving involved prayer, he thought making it a holiday would violate the First Amendment.

Most Americans like Thanksgiving leftovers more than the actual meal.

Almost eight in 10 agree that the second helpings of stuffing, mashed potatoes and pie beat out the big dinner itself, according to a 2015 Harris Poll.

The woman behind "Mary Had a Little Lamb" is also responsible for Thanksgiving's recognition as a national holiday.

In 1863, writer and editor Sarah Josepha Hale convinced President Abraham Lincoln to officially declare Thanksgiving a national holiday that reoccurred every year. She wrote countless articles and letters to persuade the president — and the rest is history!

The Butterball Turkey Talk Line answers almost 100,000 calls each season.

Last year, the company's popular cooking crisis management team also introduced a 24hour text message line for the lead-up into the big day.

A Thanksgiving mix-up inspired the first TV Adapted from: dinners.

GoodHousekeeping.com Black Friday is the busiest day of the year In 1953, a Swanson employee accidentally for plumbers. ordered a colossal shipment of Thanksgiving Thanks to all that food we gobble up on Thanksgiving, Rototurkeys (260 tons, to be exact). To get rid of them all, salesman Rooter reports that kitchen drains, garbage disposals, and yes, Gerry Thomas came up with the idea of filling 5,000 aluminum toilets, require more attention the day after Thanksgiving than trays with the turkey – along with cornbread dressing, gravy, any other day of the year. peas and sweet potatoes. They were sold for 98 cents and were

allows for the ultimate in entertaining, featuring a heated pool and spa, stacked-stone water feature, unique desert landscaping, large covered patio, built-in BBQ, and beautiful native flagstone decking.

28514 N 95th Place | Scottsdale, AZ 85262

CORPORATE OFFICE:

CONTACT:

The Luckys North Scottsdale 7669 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite 110 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

602.320.8415 Lucky@RussLyon.com LisaLucky.com