Live Beautifully | September 2019

20 19

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

SEPTEMBER

With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts, The Luckys are honored to be reputed as the most proficient

Lisa | Matt | Laura

and skilled in the industry.

2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018

602.320.8415 | Lucky@RussLyon.com View more luxury listings at LisaLucky.com

In This Issue COMMUNITY CONNECTION ________________ Spotlight On: Gabriel’s Angels

offered at

$1,125,000 ________ MLS #5882572

Located on over 1.5 acres at the end of a cul-de-sac with the beautiful Sonoran Desert as its picturesque backdrop, this home with mountain views and a desirable floor plan is poised to impress.

The extended drive and guest pathway ushers to the dual gated

Desert Summit 4 Bed + Bonus

courtyards and interior courtyard with a centerpiece fireplace for

4.5 Bath

gathering. An expansive kitchen features a large center island with

4,201 SQ FT

bar seating, custom alder cabinetry, GE Monogram appliances, a

3 Car

wet bar, walk-in pantry, and a charming three-way fireplace. The warm and inviting living room with Brazilian cherry wood floors, a wall of windows, and French doors allows for lots of natural light. The bonus room could be used as a family or game room.

Four en suite bedrooms including a spacious master suite provide

book

GRAB A WHILE YOU GRAB A

hike

With the high temperatures this past summer, you may not have made it out to Pinnacle Peak Park lately to see a proud

Books2Go: The City of Scottsdale has crafted a "pop-up" book exchange.

new addition for hikers and visitors to experience. The City of

REAL ESTATE CORNER ________________ The Art of Real Estate Negotiations

Scottsdale has crafted a “pop-up” book exchange in which

YOUR HOME ________________ 5 Reasons Your Home Décor Stresses You Out

are sweeping the nation. This Scottsdale program, entitled

AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in September

is truly a work of art in itself. Elements of its construction

the public is invited to take a book, leave a book or even just borrow a book to return. Similar kiosks that are spread across the country have become known as Little Libraries and Books2Go, follows the same concept of giving, sharing and nurturing the love of reading.

In addition to housing books, the kiosk at Pinnacle Peak Park have been salvaged from other projects across the city and repurposed into this beautiful structure by the very talented Andrew Dorame, a City of Scottsdale employee within the

NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About

Facilities Department.

FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Picturesque Sonoran Desert Backdrop in Desert Summit

notice a focus on topics highlighting hiking, the outdoors, and

The books themselves were supplied by the Scottsdale Public Library through book donations the library has received. While the titles you’ll find are varied and for all ages of readers, you’ll Arizona-themed books. What a charming way to celebrate our beautiful Pinnacle Peak area and all that it offers!

plenty of space to make this home your own.

26893 N 116th Way | 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

THE ART OF

Real Estate Negotiations Offer. Counteroffer. Counter to the counteroffer.

& NOTEWORTHY

WHAT THEY DO: Gabriel's

Angels

was

formed

nearly two decades ago to deliver healing pet therapy to at-risk development and enhancing the

The most successful negotiations come down to a respectful conversation with empathy, honesty, and transparency. Listen more and talk less. Consider the motivations for the other party’s requests.

Understanding what the other party really wants allows for a skillful agreement to what our client really wants.

program benefits, and a goal of Gabriel’s Angels is to offer learned

quality of their lives forever. Its pet therapy services inspire confidence and compassion in children that may not have a life experience that has granted them with an overall sense of well-being, safety or happiness.

The therapy teams, consisting of an owner and their registered therapy dog, visit children in homeless shelters, crisis nurseries, group homes, and after-school programs in at-risk neighborhoods. The nurturing spirit of the animals are instrumental in developing the desirable behaviors of trust, empathy, and respect within the children the social skills that can lead to a happier, productive future for the kids.

CLUTTER

Gabriel's Angels was formed nearly two decades ago to deliver healing pet therapy to at-risk children

Most people will state what they expect in a negotiation if you ask the right way. Using these insights properly will help structure a deal that benefits our clients while allowing concessions that lead to a win-win.

The best negotiators know to be prepared to lose something in the negotiation – giving up something is crucial to getting more of what you want most.

REAL E S TAT E

corner

Our homes are our sanctuary, right? The one place we can relax in, unwind, and refresh ourselves for life’s little challenges. But what if there’s something about your home that is sending your brain signals for stress and anxiety that you may not even be aware of? Here are five common décor problems that can lead to subconscious stress:

Turns out, according to a study by UCLA’s Center on Everyday Lives and Families, there’s a scientific link between a cluttered environment and elevated levels of cortisol, our stress hormone. Too much “stuff” in our home is overwhelming, even if we don’t realize it. It causes excessive stimuli for our senses and forces our minds into unnecessary overdrive, distracting us from necessary mental relaxation. Clear the clutter!

ROOM FLOW HOW CAN YOU HELP? •

Donate with a one-time donation, become a monthly donor, leave a

legacy or donate in honor of, or in memory of, a loved one (human or animal) in your life.

•

Volunteer as a Pet Therapy Team.

•

Volunteer as a Helping Hand which serves to assist the therapy team.

•

Volunteer to serve on a committee for events and fundraisers

throughout the year.

•

Volunteer to work in the office on administrative tasks.

Whether or not you subscribe to the ancient practice of feng shui, there truly is a psychological block that occurs if the furniture in your room obstructs your passage through. If you’re constantly stepping around an oddly placed end table, for instance, you might be surprised at the subtle yet very real effect it has on your mood. Rearrange for a better flow.

OVERSIZED FURNITURE The same can be said for rooms that have furniture that is too big for its scale. Our minds sense the lack of space

YOUR HOME DÉCOR STRESSES YOU OUT

and can cause anxiousness in the feeling of being squeezed in or trapped. If buying smaller pieces isn’t an option, then try removing some to create more “room” in your room.

BAD LIGHTING Natural light, natural light, natural light! Studies also show that our brains are wired to embrace light and bright environments. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with some artfully arranged mood or task lighting in a room, but chronic levels of low light or even light that is too bright steal your good vibes quickly. Do any of your rooms need more or better-placed lighting?

PAINT COLORS We all know how certain colors evoke particular moods. Red is energizing, blue is relaxing, yellow is cheerful and so on. Yet perhaps the mood you’d meant to create with color missed the mark, or your bright white walls now seem too sterile. Consider a hue redo!

SEPTEMBER 9-11 | TalkingStickResort.com

SEPTEMBER 25-28 | ScottsdaleShow.com

SEPTEMBER 27-OCTOBER 6 | DFTheater.org

Talking Stick Resort Amateur Golf Championship

Arabian National Breeder Finals

Pirates of Penzance, Jr.

If Scottsdale is known for its luxe lifestyle and Western spirit, you can bet

Arrgh matey! In honor of September’s National Talk Like a Pirate Day, plan

Take your skills on the links to this inaugural tournament held at the Talking Stick Resort

that it’s also known as the world-class mecca for the Arabian horse. Enjoy

to take in a performance of Gilbert & Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, Jr. at

this iconic breed as the most prestigious owners and breeders showcase

the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center. As a Desert Foothills Theater youth

the best of the best right here at WestWorld. Whether you’re a bona fide

production, you’ll see actors between the ages of 13-18 giving their all on

purebred Arabian horse enthusiast, or you simply enjoy the grace and

stage! As a special treat, the company is offering a pirate tea party on the last

flash of these exquisite animals, you’re sure to delight in the exhibition

day of the performances where you’ll enjoy traditional tea party fare served

that offers big prize money and plenty of bragging rights to the champions.

by cast members. (Or should we say cast pirates?)

in North Scottsdale. Spanning three days, the event includes a practice round followed by a 36-hole tournament. In addition to golf, each day of the tournament includes breakfast, lunch and drink tickets. There will be a long-drive contest, a hole-in-one contest, a kickoff party, dinner, and an awards banquet. As an added option, players can test their card skills at the golfer-exclusive, no-limit hold'em poker tournament.

LET LUCK BE YOUR LADY Or should we say let Lucky be your Realtor?

Lisa Lucky, just one member of the dynamic Lucky trio, has been recently announced

by REAL Trends, Inc. as the #3 Realtor in all of Arizona (out of 79,454 licensed Realtors!) and ranked #229 (out of 1,359,208 licensed Realtors!) in the entire United States. These impressive rankings, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal, are based on total sales volume.

LisaLucky.com

A HOWLING GOOD TIME Gather up your family pack of “little animals” to enjoy a day (or several) at North Scottsdale’s newest attraction, the Great Wolf Lodge, scheduled to open later this month. Hailed as the premier indoor waterpark in the nation, the lodge at Talking Stick is the company’s 19th location across the U.S. and Canada. With acres upon acres of indoor water slides and attractions, a dryland fun zone, eight dining options, and overnight accommodations; your kids or grandkids may just find their new favorite haunt. GreatWolf.com

September

children, nurturing their emotional

After negotiating hundreds upon hundreds of successful closings over the years, we have an intuitive understanding on how to negotiate in our clients’ best interest every time, and it all comes down to not trying to win at all costs. “Come again?” you may ask? That’s right. The most successful negotiations for our clients come when both parties get a win. While a firm, unrelenting one-sided deal may seem to be in the best interest of a buyer or seller, negotiations aren’t about tenaciously fighting for everything one side wants. At the end of the day, obtaining a desirable outcome for our clients comes with the expertise and skill of knowing when to give.

When it’s all said and done, having a skilled negotiator on your side who treats others with integrity and respect is the key to a successful outcome in real estate. As The Luckys, we’ve built a reputation among our clients for finessing, not fighting, to get them what they want, when they want it. Contact us to see what we can do for you!

Lucky@RussLyon.com or 602.320.8415

new

SPOTLIGHT ON: GabrielsAngels.org

2019

If that’s all there was to negotiating a real estate sale, it could still be fraught with room for deals to fall apart. Yet in reality, the sale or purchase of real estate involves negotiations with both parties every step of the way. Negotiations on sales price, negotiations on the closing date, negotiations on items to be repaired, negotiations on which title company to use, negotiations on what will convey with the property, and more. As you can see, there are several opportunities within one transaction for negotiations to fail if not handled properly.

THE ART OF

Real Estate Negotiations Offer. Counteroffer. Counter to the counteroffer.

& NOTEWORTHY

WHAT THEY DO: Gabriel's

Angels

was

formed

nearly two decades ago to deliver healing pet therapy to at-risk development and enhancing the

The most successful negotiations come down to a respectful conversation with empathy, honesty, and transparency. Listen more and talk less. Consider the motivations for the other party’s requests.

Understanding what the other party really wants allows for a skillful agreement to what our client really wants.

program benefits, and a goal of Gabriel’s Angels is to offer learned

quality of their lives forever. Its pet therapy services inspire confidence and compassion in children that may not have a life experience that has granted them with an overall sense of well-being, safety or happiness.

The therapy teams, consisting of an owner and their registered therapy dog, visit children in homeless shelters, crisis nurseries, group homes, and after-school programs in at-risk neighborhoods. The nurturing spirit of the animals are instrumental in developing the desirable behaviors of trust, empathy, and respect within the children the social skills that can lead to a happier, productive future for the kids.

CLUTTER

Gabriel's Angels was formed nearly two decades ago to deliver healing pet therapy to at-risk children

Most people will state what they expect in a negotiation if you ask the right way. Using these insights properly will help structure a deal that benefits our clients while allowing concessions that lead to a win-win.

The best negotiators know to be prepared to lose something in the negotiation – giving up something is crucial to getting more of what you want most.

REAL E S TAT E

corner

Our homes are our sanctuary, right? The one place we can relax in, unwind, and refresh ourselves for life’s little challenges. But what if there’s something about your home that is sending your brain signals for stress and anxiety that you may not even be aware of? Here are five common décor problems that can lead to subconscious stress:

Turns out, according to a study by UCLA’s Center on Everyday Lives and Families, there’s a scientific link between a cluttered environment and elevated levels of cortisol, our stress hormone. Too much “stuff” in our home is overwhelming, even if we don’t realize it. It causes excessive stimuli for our senses and forces our minds into unnecessary overdrive, distracting us from necessary mental relaxation. Clear the clutter!

ROOM FLOW HOW CAN YOU HELP? •

Donate with a one-time donation, become a monthly donor, leave a

legacy or donate in honor of, or in memory of, a loved one (human or animal) in your life.

•

Volunteer as a Pet Therapy Team.

•

Volunteer as a Helping Hand which serves to assist the therapy team.

•

Volunteer to serve on a committee for events and fundraisers

throughout the year.

•

Volunteer to work in the office on administrative tasks.

Whether or not you subscribe to the ancient practice of feng shui, there truly is a psychological block that occurs if the furniture in your room obstructs your passage through. If you’re constantly stepping around an oddly placed end table, for instance, you might be surprised at the subtle yet very real effect it has on your mood. Rearrange for a better flow.

OVERSIZED FURNITURE The same can be said for rooms that have furniture that is too big for its scale. Our minds sense the lack of space

YOUR HOME DÉCOR STRESSES YOU OUT

and can cause anxiousness in the feeling of being squeezed in or trapped. If buying smaller pieces isn’t an option, then try removing some to create more “room” in your room.

BAD LIGHTING Natural light, natural light, natural light! Studies also show that our brains are wired to embrace light and bright environments. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with some artfully arranged mood or task lighting in a room, but chronic levels of low light or even light that is too bright steal your good vibes quickly. Do any of your rooms need more or better-placed lighting?

PAINT COLORS We all know how certain colors evoke particular moods. Red is energizing, blue is relaxing, yellow is cheerful and so on. Yet perhaps the mood you’d meant to create with color missed the mark, or your bright white walls now seem too sterile. Consider a hue redo!

SEPTEMBER 9-11 | TalkingStickResort.com

SEPTEMBER 25-28 | ScottsdaleShow.com

SEPTEMBER 27-OCTOBER 6 | DFTheater.org

Talking Stick Resort Amateur Golf Championship

Arabian National Breeder Finals

Pirates of Penzance, Jr.

If Scottsdale is known for its luxe lifestyle and Western spirit, you can bet

Arrgh matey! In honor of September’s National Talk Like a Pirate Day, plan

Take your skills on the links to this inaugural tournament held at the Talking Stick Resort

that it’s also known as the world-class mecca for the Arabian horse. Enjoy

to take in a performance of Gilbert & Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, Jr. at

this iconic breed as the most prestigious owners and breeders showcase

the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center. As a Desert Foothills Theater youth

the best of the best right here at WestWorld. Whether you’re a bona fide

production, you’ll see actors between the ages of 13-18 giving their all on

purebred Arabian horse enthusiast, or you simply enjoy the grace and

stage! As a special treat, the company is offering a pirate tea party on the last

flash of these exquisite animals, you’re sure to delight in the exhibition

day of the performances where you’ll enjoy traditional tea party fare served

that offers big prize money and plenty of bragging rights to the champions.

by cast members. (Or should we say cast pirates?)

in North Scottsdale. Spanning three days, the event includes a practice round followed by a 36-hole tournament. In addition to golf, each day of the tournament includes breakfast, lunch and drink tickets. There will be a long-drive contest, a hole-in-one contest, a kickoff party, dinner, and an awards banquet. As an added option, players can test their card skills at the golfer-exclusive, no-limit hold'em poker tournament.

LET LUCK BE YOUR LADY Or should we say let Lucky be your Realtor?

Lisa Lucky, just one member of the dynamic Lucky trio, has been recently announced

by REAL Trends, Inc. as the #3 Realtor in all of Arizona (out of 79,454 licensed Realtors!) and ranked #229 (out of 1,359,208 licensed Realtors!) in the entire United States. These impressive rankings, as advertised in The Wall Street Journal, are based on total sales volume.

LisaLucky.com

A HOWLING GOOD TIME Gather up your family pack of “little animals” to enjoy a day (or several) at North Scottsdale’s newest attraction, the Great Wolf Lodge, scheduled to open later this month. Hailed as the premier indoor waterpark in the nation, the lodge at Talking Stick is the company’s 19th location across the U.S. and Canada. With acres upon acres of indoor water slides and attractions, a dryland fun zone, eight dining options, and overnight accommodations; your kids or grandkids may just find their new favorite haunt. GreatWolf.com

September

children, nurturing their emotional

After negotiating hundreds upon hundreds of successful closings over the years, we have an intuitive understanding on how to negotiate in our clients’ best interest every time, and it all comes down to not trying to win at all costs. “Come again?” you may ask? That’s right. The most successful negotiations for our clients come when both parties get a win. While a firm, unrelenting one-sided deal may seem to be in the best interest of a buyer or seller, negotiations aren’t about tenaciously fighting for everything one side wants. At the end of the day, obtaining a desirable outcome for our clients comes with the expertise and skill of knowing when to give.

When it’s all said and done, having a skilled negotiator on your side who treats others with integrity and respect is the key to a successful outcome in real estate. As The Luckys, we’ve built a reputation among our clients for finessing, not fighting, to get them what they want, when they want it. Contact us to see what we can do for you!

Lucky@RussLyon.com or 602.320.8415

new

SPOTLIGHT ON: GabrielsAngels.org

2019

If that’s all there was to negotiating a real estate sale, it could still be fraught with room for deals to fall apart. Yet in reality, the sale or purchase of real estate involves negotiations with both parties every step of the way. Negotiations on sales price, negotiations on the closing date, negotiations on items to be repaired, negotiations on which title company to use, negotiations on what will convey with the property, and more. As you can see, there are several opportunities within one transaction for negotiations to fail if not handled properly.

20 19

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

SEPTEMBER

With 100s of millions of dollars in sales under their belts, The Luckys are honored to be reputed as the most proficient

Lisa | Matt | Laura

and skilled in the industry.

2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018

602.320.8415 | Lucky@RussLyon.com View more luxury listings at LisaLucky.com

In This Issue COMMUNITY CONNECTION ________________ Spotlight On: Gabriel’s Angels

offered at

$1,125,000 ________ MLS #5882572

Located on over 1.5 acres at the end of a cul-de-sac with the beautiful Sonoran Desert as its picturesque backdrop, this home with mountain views and a desirable floor plan is poised to impress.

The extended drive and guest pathway ushers to the dual gated

Desert Summit 4 Bed + Bonus

courtyards and interior courtyard with a centerpiece fireplace for

4.5 Bath

gathering. An expansive kitchen features a large center island with

4,201 SQ FT

bar seating, custom alder cabinetry, GE Monogram appliances, a

3 Car

wet bar, walk-in pantry, and a charming three-way fireplace. The warm and inviting living room with Brazilian cherry wood floors, a wall of windows, and French doors allows for lots of natural light. The bonus room could be used as a family or game room.

Four en suite bedrooms including a spacious master suite provide

book

GRAB A WHILE YOU GRAB A

hike

With the high temperatures this past summer, you may not have made it out to Pinnacle Peak Park lately to see a proud

Books2Go: The City of Scottsdale has crafted a "pop-up" book exchange.

new addition for hikers and visitors to experience. The City of

REAL ESTATE CORNER ________________ The Art of Real Estate Negotiations

Scottsdale has crafted a “pop-up” book exchange in which

YOUR HOME ________________ 5 Reasons Your Home Décor Stresses You Out

are sweeping the nation. This Scottsdale program, entitled

AROUND TOWN ________________ Scottsdale Events to Enjoy in September

is truly a work of art in itself. Elements of its construction

the public is invited to take a book, leave a book or even just borrow a book to return. Similar kiosks that are spread across the country have become known as Little Libraries and Books2Go, follows the same concept of giving, sharing and nurturing the love of reading.

In addition to housing books, the kiosk at Pinnacle Peak Park have been salvaged from other projects across the city and repurposed into this beautiful structure by the very talented Andrew Dorame, a City of Scottsdale employee within the

NEW & NOTEWORTHY ________________ People, Places & Things to Know About

Facilities Department.

FEATURED PROPERTY ________________ Picturesque Sonoran Desert Backdrop in Desert Summit

notice a focus on topics highlighting hiking, the outdoors, and

The books themselves were supplied by the Scottsdale Public Library through book donations the library has received. While the titles you’ll find are varied and for all ages of readers, you’ll Arizona-themed books. What a charming way to celebrate our beautiful Pinnacle Peak area and all that it offers!

plenty of space to make this home your own.

26893 N 116th Way | 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