Top ChefBe Your Best Baker!

Butterfly WonderlandA Rainforest Experience

Hearty & SoothingStockyards Buffalo Meatloaf

Local Art & CultureTHE OPERA BOOM

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West Valley Market Report

Exclusively Presented By Jenn Jenkins

Vol. 1 Issue 10

If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by Desert Lifestyle Publishing • 480.460.0996 • www.DesertLifestyle.net

• WEST VALLEY ACTIVITY •

Call Jenn today for the knowledge necessary to sell your property or

find your dream home.

Statistics gathered from ARMLS. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. (Single-Family Residences)

2014 WEST VALLEY SALES STATISTICS BY COMMUNITY

Arrowhead Ranch $266,082 78 97% 94Litchfield Park $341,133 54 96% 35Marley Park $238,854 94 98% 77Sonoran Mountain Ranch $284,255 70 98% 61Terramar $315,291 75 97% 68Verrado $312,980 81 98% 143Vistancia $312,263 85 98% 111Westwing Mountain $374,605 80 98% 49

Community Average Days on List/Sell # Closed Sale Price Market Price Ratio

I look forward to working with you and building a wonderful relationship.

602.214.3881Jenn@JennJenkins.comdwellings | REALTY GROUPwww.dwellingsaz.com

Let’s be honest – all Realtors® use the same contract and listing site when buying/selling a home. There is no secret website that magically sells your home or provides a listing that not one other interested buyer can see. But what all Realtors® do not do is service their client and handle the transaction. With each transaction, I handle the process from start to finish; my goal is to create a wonderful experience for my clients and a long lasting relationship.

My Formula for success is this: 4 understanding market home values 4 understanding market conditions 4 understanding the lending industry 4 understanding expectations

If all four of these components are understood, both buyer and seller will have a successful transaction. A great agent is a great educator.

I was born and raised in the Phoenix area. Since entering real estate I have represented every aspect of the industry – buyers, sellers, and investors in both the residential and commercial market. I believe in the philosophy of the referral network. My time is better spent on you and your transaction, not prospecting and cold calling. Therefore, I ask that you refer me to your friends and family, so that I can take care of them, just as I took care of you.

YOUR HOME

LOCAL VENUEButterfly Wonderland - A Rainforest ExperienceScottsdale480.800.3000 | ButterflyWonderland.com

The Stockyards StockyardSteakhouse.com | 602.273.7378

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With the weather cooling off and the feel of fall in the air now is the perfect time to bake up some homemade treats for you and your family. Think pumpkin pie, ginger spice cookies, and chocolate torte! Whether you’re in the market for a new high-end oven to complete your dream kitchen or you’re house hunting for a new abode that boasts the ideal appliances, here’s what to look for in today’s top ovens. In no time, you’ll be the best baker in your neighborhood. Thefirstdecisionisusuallywhethertochoosegasorelectric.Whilemanytopchefs prefer gas for a cooktop stove, allowing for better and instant heat control, this distinction is not as critical when choosing ovens. However, serious bakers should consider a convection oven, which uses fans to circulate hot air through-outthebakingspace.Thiscreatesthecrusty,caramelizedbreads,muffins,andpiesfoundinthefinestofbakeries.Notonlywillyourfoodshavethatfull-flavoredbrownedtaste,buttheywillalsobakefasterandmoreevenly.Nolongerwillyouhave to rotate your cookie sheets so each tray browns evenly. In a convection oven, cookies and other sweet treats will cook consistently no matter where they are placed within the oven. Onefinalbonus:Yousavealotoftimewithaconvectionoven.Asageneralrule, you can reduce the cooking time by 25 percent and lower the oven temperature by 25 degrees in a convection oven. Just remember to stay close by when getting accustomed to your particular oven, as you will need to gauge how long and how high your oven should be set. Many of today’s top ovens offer an automatic conversion option. Just input the temperature and cooking time of your recipe and the oven will automatically set to the appropriate convection settings. How’s that for foolproof baking?

If you’re looking for a professional look to complete your kitchen, Viking is the brand that most gourmets demand. Other high-end options include Wolf, Thermador, Bosch,Jenn-Air,andKitchenAid.Sowhynotwhip up an apple pie, berry crumble, or Halloween baked treat for the kids and get your house smelling likefall.Yourfamilywillthank you!

Stockyards Buffalo MeatloafIngredients:

1/4 c white onion (small dice)

1/4 c celery (small dice)

1/4 c carrot (small dice)

1 tbsp butter

1 lb ground buffalo

1/2 lb ground beef

1/2 c BBQ sauce

1 large egg (beaten)

3/4 c Panko

1 large clove garlic (minced)

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 dash Tabasco

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

3 strips bacon (raw)

The fall air ushers in a new season of the arts and world of opera is no exception. But if you’re thinking that opera is an old world relic favored by a few timeworn fanatics, think again. Some 125 opera companies currently perform in 43 states, in cities as var-ied as Phoenix, Houston, Los AngelesandSantaFe,ac-cordingtoOPERAAmerica.

Even more impressive is that more than half of these companies were established after 1970, and more than 40 percent were founded since 1980, suggesting a growing rather than waning interest. It may surprise you to know that some 2.3 million people went to the op-erain2013alone(source:statista.com).TheInternet is chock full of web sites catering to

operaloversbothyoungandold.Facebookpages and Twitter feeds abound. So if you haven’t given opera a chance, you may want to lend this 400-year-old art form and cultural experience an ear. Turns out, opera is alive andwellinAmerica. What is it about opera that people still love? Perhaps it’s the classics, such as La Boheme, TheMarriageofFigaro,Carmen,andMa-dameButterfly,whichseemtoenthrallandmystify audiences after so many centuries. They are still the most popular and most frequently performed operas, reaching new audiences with every production. But original operas are also being produced with some regularity. In fact, some 359 new operatic works have been produced since 2000. Some current themes of new operas include telling the stories of Jackie Kennedy, Malcolm X, and Harvey Milk. But most likely what makes

opera such a fascinating and unique art form is the ability of the performer to both sing and act to portray their character like no other wayimaginable.Nottomentiontheincred-ible set designs and costumes. The current opera trend? Live simulcast of opera performances from the Metropoli-tanOpera,NewYork’smostreveredoperahouse. The live performances are transmitted via satellite to select venues such as movie theaters throughout the country. While some expect this accessibility to gain new follow-ers, others fear even seasoned opera fans may skip heading out to the opera house altogether for this easier and far less costly experience. Perhaps only time will tell. Either way, fall is the perfect time to discover your local opera house (or look for listings from the Met’s simulcast) and enjoy this incredible art form. Bravo to you for trying something new!

Procedure:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside

1/4 cup of BBQ sauce. Sauté onion, celery,

and carrot in butter over medium heat until

tender.Coolslightly.Addthesevegeta-

bles to all of the other ingredients except

thebacon.Blendwellinamixer.Form

into a loaf and put into a loaf pan that has

been sprayed with non-stick spray. Make

suretopatitdown,itmustbefirm.Spread

the BBQ sauce on top of the loaf and

sprinkle with black pepper. Lay the bacon

strips lengthwise on top of the meatloaf.

Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven

for approximately 1 hour. Let rest for

5 to 10 minutes before removing from

the pan, then serve.

OPERA STILL SHINES!

ButterflyWonderlandtakesflightasoneofthenewestattractions in the Valley with a highly innovative, indoor rainforestenvironmentfeaturingthelargestbutterfly pavilioninAmerica.You’llbewelcomedintoamagnificent,lush,rainforestenvironmentwherethousandsofbutterfliesfromaroundtheworldflyfreely,alighting onfragrantfloweringplantsand,quitepossibly,onafriendlyvisitor’sshoulderorfinger. Fluttering, flittering, flying Stroll inside this 10,000 square foot atrium and stand in wonderasthousandsofbutterfliesfromaroundtheworldenchant with their grace and beauty. This dramatic, glass-enclosed atrium shelters a breathtaking rainforest environment with lush tropical plants, trees, waterfalls andalargeKoipond.Amongthefavoritebutterfliesto seearetheiridescentbeautifulBlueMorphobutterflies fromtherainforestsofSouthAmericaandthedelicatelookingPaperKitebutterfly!

Fun fact: Thereareabout28,000speciesofbutterfliesintheworld.InNorthAmerica,thereareabout800differentkindsofbutterflies.Arizonaishometo334speciesofbutterflies,secondnexttoTexaswiththemostspecies.

YOUR HOME

LOCAL VENUEButterfly Wonderland - A Rainforest ExperienceScottsdale480.800.3000 | ButterflyWonderland.com

The Stockyards StockyardSteakhouse.com | 602.273.7378

LOC

AL

FLA

VO

R!

With the weather cooling off and the feel of fall in the air now is the perfect time to bake up some homemade treats for you and your family. Think pumpkin pie, ginger spice cookies, and chocolate torte! Whether you’re in the market for a new high-end oven to complete your dream kitchen or you’re house hunting for a new abode that boasts the ideal appliances, here’s what to look for in today’s top ovens. In no time, you’ll be the best baker in your neighborhood. Thefirstdecisionisusuallywhethertochoosegasorelectric.Whilemanytopchefs prefer gas for a cooktop stove, allowing for better and instant heat control, this distinction is not as critical when choosing ovens. However, serious bakers should consider a convection oven, which uses fans to circulate hot air through-outthebakingspace.Thiscreatesthecrusty,caramelizedbreads,muffins,andpiesfoundinthefinestofbakeries.Notonlywillyourfoodshavethatfull-flavoredbrownedtaste,buttheywillalsobakefasterandmoreevenly.Nolongerwillyouhave to rotate your cookie sheets so each tray browns evenly. In a convection oven, cookies and other sweet treats will cook consistently no matter where they are placed within the oven. Onefinalbonus:Yousavealotoftimewithaconvectionoven.Asageneralrule, you can reduce the cooking time by 25 percent and lower the oven temperature by 25 degrees in a convection oven. Just remember to stay close by when getting accustomed to your particular oven, as you will need to gauge how long and how high your oven should be set. Many of today’s top ovens offer an automatic conversion option. Just input the temperature and cooking time of your recipe and the oven will automatically set to the appropriate convection settings. How’s that for foolproof baking?

If you’re looking for a professional look to complete your kitchen, Viking is the brand that most gourmets demand. Other high-end options include Wolf, Thermador, Bosch,Jenn-Air,andKitchenAid.Sowhynotwhip up an apple pie, berry crumble, or Halloween baked treat for the kids and get your house smelling likefall.Yourfamilywillthank you!

Stockyards Buffalo MeatloafIngredients:

1/4 c white onion (small dice)

1/4 c celery (small dice)

1/4 c carrot (small dice)

1 tbsp butter

1 lb ground buffalo

1/2 lb ground beef

1/2 c BBQ sauce

1 large egg (beaten)

3/4 c Panko

1 large clove garlic (minced)

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 dash Tabasco

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

3 strips bacon (raw)

The fall air ushers in a new season of the arts and world of opera is no exception. But if you’re thinking that opera is an old world relic favored by a few timeworn fanatics, think again. Some 125 opera companies currently perform in 43 states, in cities as var-ied as Phoenix, Houston, Los AngelesandSantaFe,ac-cordingtoOPERAAmerica.

Even more impressive is that more than half of these companies were established after 1970, and more than 40 percent were founded since 1980, suggesting a growing rather than waning interest. It may surprise you to know that some 2.3 million people went to the op-erain2013alone(source:statista.com).TheInternet is chock full of web sites catering to

operaloversbothyoungandold.Facebookpages and Twitter feeds abound. So if you haven’t given opera a chance, you may want to lend this 400-year-old art form and cultural experience an ear. Turns out, opera is alive andwellinAmerica. What is it about opera that people still love? Perhaps it’s the classics, such as La Boheme, TheMarriageofFigaro,Carmen,andMa-dameButterfly,whichseemtoenthrallandmystify audiences after so many centuries. They are still the most popular and most frequently performed operas, reaching new audiences with every production. But original operas are also being produced with some regularity. In fact, some 359 new operatic works have been produced since 2000. Some current themes of new operas include telling the stories of Jackie Kennedy, Malcolm X, and Harvey Milk. But most likely what makes

opera such a fascinating and unique art form is the ability of the performer to both sing and act to portray their character like no other wayimaginable.Nottomentiontheincred-ible set designs and costumes. The current opera trend? Live simulcast of opera performances from the Metropoli-tanOpera,NewYork’smostreveredoperahouse. The live performances are transmitted via satellite to select venues such as movie theaters throughout the country. While some expect this accessibility to gain new follow-ers, others fear even seasoned opera fans may skip heading out to the opera house altogether for this easier and far less costly experience. Perhaps only time will tell. Either way, fall is the perfect time to discover your local opera house (or look for listings from the Met’s simulcast) and enjoy this incredible art form. Bravo to you for trying something new!

Procedure:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside

1/4 cup of BBQ sauce. Sauté onion, celery,

and carrot in butter over medium heat until

tender.Coolslightly.Addthesevegeta-

bles to all of the other ingredients except

thebacon.Blendwellinamixer.Form

into a loaf and put into a loaf pan that has

been sprayed with non-stick spray. Make

suretopatitdown,itmustbefirm.Spread

the BBQ sauce on top of the loaf and

sprinkle with black pepper. Lay the bacon

strips lengthwise on top of the meatloaf.

Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven

for approximately 1 hour. Let rest for

5 to 10 minutes before removing from

the pan, then serve.

OPERA STILL SHINES!

ButterflyWonderlandtakesflightasoneofthenewestattractions in the Valley with a highly innovative, indoor rainforestenvironmentfeaturingthelargestbutterfly pavilioninAmerica.You’llbewelcomedintoamagnificent,lush,rainforestenvironmentwherethousandsofbutterfliesfromaroundtheworldflyfreely,alighting onfragrantfloweringplantsand,quitepossibly,onafriendlyvisitor’sshoulderorfinger. Fluttering, flittering, flying Stroll inside this 10,000 square foot atrium and stand in wonderasthousandsofbutterfliesfromaroundtheworldenchant with their grace and beauty. This dramatic, glass-enclosed atrium shelters a breathtaking rainforest environment with lush tropical plants, trees, waterfalls andalargeKoipond.Amongthefavoritebutterfliesto seearetheiridescentbeautifulBlueMorphobutterflies fromtherainforestsofSouthAmericaandthedelicatelookingPaperKitebutterfly!

Fun fact: Thereareabout28,000speciesofbutterfliesintheworld.InNorthAmerica,thereareabout800differentkindsofbutterflies.Arizonaishometo334speciesofbutterflies,secondnexttoTexaswiththemostspecies.

Top ChefBe Your Best Baker!

Butterfly WonderlandA Rainforest Experience

Hearty & SoothingStockyards Buffalo Meatloaf

Local Art & CultureTHE OPERA BOOM

Cove

r Pho

togr

aphy

| Can

delar

ia De

sign

West Valley Market Report

Exclusively Presented By Jenn Jenkins

Vol. 1 Issue 10

If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by Desert Lifestyle Publishing • 480.460.0996 • www.DesertLifestyle.net

• WEST VALLEY ACTIVITY •

Call Jenn today for the knowledge necessary to sell your property or

find your dream home.

Statistics gathered from ARMLS. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. (Single-Family Residences)

2014 WEST VALLEY SALES STATISTICS BY COMMUNITY

Arrowhead Ranch $266,082 78 97% 94Litchfield Park $341,133 54 96% 35Marley Park $238,854 94 98% 77Sonoran Mountain Ranch $284,255 70 98% 61Terramar $315,291 75 97% 68Verrado $312,980 81 98% 143Vistancia $312,263 85 98% 111Westwing Mountain $374,605 80 98% 49

Community Average Days on List/Sell # Closed Sale Price Market Price Ratio

I look forward to working with you and building a wonderful relationship.

602.214.3881Jenn@JennJenkins.comdwellings | REALTY GROUPwww.dwellingsaz.com

Let’s be honest – all Realtors® use the same contract and listing site when buying/selling a home. There is no secret website that magically sells your home or provides a listing that not one other interested buyer can see. But what all Realtors® do not do is service their client and handle the transaction. With each transaction, I handle the process from start to finish; my goal is to create a wonderful experience for my clients and a long lasting relationship.

My Formula for success is this: 4 understanding market home values 4 understanding market conditions 4 understanding the lending industry 4 understanding expectations

If all four of these components are understood, both buyer and seller will have a successful transaction. A great agent is a great educator.

I was born and raised in the Phoenix area. Since entering real estate I have represented every aspect of the industry – buyers, sellers, and investors in both the residential and commercial market. I believe in the philosophy of the referral network. My time is better spent on you and your transaction, not prospecting and cold calling. Therefore, I ask that you refer me to your friends and family, so that I can take care of them, just as I took care of you.