How to Unclog Your Shower Head

 

Over time calcium deposits will build up on your shower heads and either completely restrict the flow of water through some of the spouts or reduce the volume to a drip. One simple way to get rid of these deposits is soaking your shower head in vinegar.

If you can easily remove the shower […]

Around Tucson Video Series

Looking to explore the outdoors around Tucson? We may have the ideal solution that will allow you to find trails and locations that you’ve never visited before with our latest Team Woodall addition, the “Around Tucson Videos.”

Being runners ourselves most of these videos will highlight various trails that we’ve run, but most of […]

November 2016 Mortgage Rate Update

Mortgage rates have been very volatile over the past couple of weeks and now sit close to their peak levels for 2016. This volatility has stemmed in large part from the presidential election, both leading up to the day itself and the forecasts for our economy since the results were decided.

The two main […]

Termites in Tucson are Common but Treatable

 

It’s easy to get complacent in environments in which we feel very comfortable, including our home. We need to remember to keep our eyes open and stay vigilant in checking for abnormalities, including the presence of termites around our residence.

Just this past month there were some termite tubes that popped up at our […]

Discover the Oro Valley Community Academy

The Town of Oro Valley will soon be starting another “Community Academy” which enables residents to better understand the functions of the Oro Valley government. This academy is a 7-week program that includes valuable information about the Town’s structure, community planning process, parks & recreation, public art, and other Town services. The classes typically […]

August 2016 Housing Market in Tucson

The most frequent question we get asked by friends and those we meet out in the community is, “How’s the market?” Right now that answer is pretty simple: much improved!

The 2016 Mid-Year Housing Report provides a great graphical representation of just how much of a seller’s market it is today under $350,000. Simply […]

Maintaining Fascia & Wood Surfaces

Fascia boards are usually comprised of wood that line the underside perimeter of your home’s roof. With our harsh Arizona sun, it’s not uncommon for the paint to erode here much more quickly than on the stucco itself. Maintaining a solid coat of paint on this wood will go a long way to protect its […]

Pathway to Purchase Loan Program

Just when we think interest rates will finally rise to more normal levels there seems to be some piece of economic news that comes along to keep them low. Most recently the Brexit news has spurred some turmoil in the markets and interest rates have dropped again to incredibly low levels in the low 3%’s […]

Home Maintenance - Lubricating Vinyl Windows

Once a year it’s a good idea to perform maintenance on your windows which will save you both time and money in the long run. Vinyl windows should be lubricated along the track and frame where the sash slides. Begin by wiping the tracks with a dry cloth to remove loose dust and dirt, followed […]

Tucson Pops Orchestra

Long Realty is once again partnering with the Tucson Pops Orchestra to bring a free concert series to Reid Park this Spring. The remaining dates are May 22nd, 29th, and June 5th. All of the concerts begin at 7:00pm and again admission is FREE! The Tucson Pops Orchestra is led by Musical Director/Conductor Laszlo Veres, […]