Spring is here in “the valley of the sun” and everyone across the country. Many people are packing up, leaving their winter real estate behind, and getting ready to head back to their home places in the likes of Chicago, Ohio, Wisconsin and all over Canada as their cold winter season is over.

For those who are staying here in the valley, mainly those who live, work, and play full time here, we all know what the rules are when we deal with the very hot sun here. For those visiting the valley this summer, you can leave your flannels, scarves, and jackets behind. It’s going to be hot!

Keep in mind, summer here is quite different here than the areas containing tons of humidity. It could be a 100 degrees for dry heat and it’s quite comfortable by comparison of only 85 degrees weather conditions containing hazy, hot and humid elements. Monsoon season, which begins in July, will have some sticky weather at times, and an occasional storm may appear providing spectacular lightning shows, especially at night.

As the sun beats down on you and the heat reaches 120, the routine from heat exhaustion and protection remains the same just like everywhere else.

Learn not to Burn:

• Apply Sunscreen.
• Limit outdoor exercise and strenuous activity.
• Wear loose fitting and light clothing.
• For those who like to drink beer or any forms of alcoholic beverages, and pop, I have bad news.  Keep those in the refrigerator. Consider water, fruit and vegetable juices.
• Never leave anyone unattended in the car, not even for a second.
• If you feel any signs heat exhaustion, go inside and perhaps seek medical attention.

This list is pretty much the routine of common sense, of course. The best time to be outside during the Arizona summer is anytime after 6:00PM through about 11:00 in the morning.

One more advice I forgot to mention. Take a dip in the pool!  There are so many places to go with pools. Plus, there are homes here in the valley with pools. If you don’t have a pool, and don’t want to deal with personal pool maintenance, there are many condominiums all over the valley with pools, including Scottsdale. Here are some of luxurious resort style condominiums you may want to consider here in Scottsdale that have pools, and the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) does all the work for you.

Scottsdale Real Estate and Condominiums For Sale:

Cachet at McDowell Mountain Ranch

Grayhawk Condomniums

McCormick Ranch

The Sage

About the author

Jim Plummer

Greetings! As an introduction, my professional eXperience in real estate began in 1993, as residential real estate appraiser. I have worked as an appraiser with various clients in the banking industry. My appraisal background included appraising vacant land, single family, multi-family homes and condominiums. I have shifted from the appraisal business to selling real estate, and have joined the team with eXp Realty! My goals are to provide both sellers and buyers well balanced services based on my analytical skills and eXperiences from the appraisal field. My eXperience will allow me to provide clients in depth and reliable analysis, when it comes to selling and buying a home. That is what each client will eXpect from me as the market eXpert in this approach. During my spare time, I enjoy networking, outdoor recreation, watching sports, and keeping active with various groups in “the valley”! I am currently a board member of the Young Buckeyes of Phoenix. I assist this club in organizing social sporting activities. Also, I have participated in serving various charities including, Operation Buckeye, Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research, Food Drive benefiting the Vista del Camino Community Center Scottsdale, and Toys for Tots - US Marine Corps. I look forward to meeting you and to serve your real estate needs in the near future! -Jim Plummer