WOW! Doesn’t time fly!

2009 is over already, well there is nothing left to do but celebrate 2010 right? Well, not quite. 2009 may  have been a year of change for many, but 2010 still leaves alot to do.

For the real estate industry there are many changes that 2010 brings – from mortgage, FHA specific or appraisal regulations.

With the market poised to have a great year – prices are trending up (sadly so are interest rates as the economy is recovering!) so the first few weeks and months of 2010 are likely the last best chance to take advantage of the market and grab that dream home here in Sedona!

So, whatever you are doing this New Years Eve to welcome in 2010 we hope you are safe and happy and with family and friends - here at AULT&ASSOCIATES in Sedona, Arizona we hope you have a great day!

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Realty Times poses the question: Arizona: Is Now THE Time to Invest in the Grand Canyon State? The answer seems to be a very firm – YES! If you have decided that you would like to own a home in Sedona as a full time resident or part time then contact AULT&ASSOCIATES in downtown Sedona.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016 or Larry Ault at 928-301-0852

Exciting news hot off the press – Sedona is getting its first annual book festival!

The event will take place on Saturday, October 3, 9 am to 5 pm, in the parking lot of The Well Red Coyote bookstore, 3190 W. State Route 89A (corner of 89A and Dry Creek Road) in Sedona, Arizona – you have plenty of time to prepare!

(Click here for a Google Map and directions)

The Festival itself will spotlight local and regional authors, publishers and other individuals and organizations dedicated to celebrating the pleasures of reading, writing and books for all ages.

Authors and exhibitors will be in the main festival tent. In addition, there will be special author readings in an adjacent authors’ tent, live music on an outdoor stage and special programs for kids in the Well Red Coyote bookstore. Festival admission will be free and open to the public.

Registration for the festival is now open. Authors, publishers, individuals, businesses and organizations wishing to exhibit, sell books and sponsor this first annual event should go to www.sedonabookfestival.com for a downloadable registration form.

Being free and open for the public, it is not to be missed.

Realty Times poses the question: Arizona: Is Now THE Time to Invest in the Grand Canyon State? The answer seems to be a very firm – YES!

If you have decided that you would like to own a home in Sedona as a full time resident or part time then contact Claudia Ault and her team in downtown Sedona.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

Art is the name of the game in Sedona. The city has a very busy and trendy art scene which attracts artists from around the globe as well as across the nation.

Coming this May is Sedona’s Open Studio’s event on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd of May. However to start the weekend, on May 1st there is a double celebration with receptions at Sedona Arts Center and Kinion Fine Art, from 5 – 8 p.m., as part of the ‘1st Friday’ events.  This is a once-a-year opportunity to peek into the private art studios of some of the areas most exciting artists.

The trend of opening up Sedona’s work to the public started in the 1970’s and 80’s and this year the event celebrates with 30 participating studios. In some cases on the “tour route” there will be artists on site to discuss their works and chances for visitors to see the processes involved in creating the works of art.

In recent years Sedona’s alternative lifestyle and art scene has become extremely popular and has lead to a flood of people wishing to relocate to the area.

If you have decided that you would like to own a home in Sedona as a full time resident or part time then contact Claudia Ault and her team in downtown Sedona.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

Sedona is such a popular destination that it often needs no introduction, however the Los Angeles Times has written a nice travel piece on Sedona urging travellers to take advantage of the lower gas prices at the moment and to get into their cars, hit the road and head to Sedona!

The article offers advice on where to stay, where to eat and some interesting pictures of the area!

This ties in nicely with Sedona’s new Hiking Community website: www.sedonahiker.com

This website and its launch by Sedona.biz LLC shows how popular hiking is in the Sedona area. Many people look at the red rocks and the Verde Valley and think what a great place to hike. There are numerous trails and if your feet hurt a little, you can always take a pink jeep tour!

The website is designed to be a social networking site for hikers who take advantage of Sedona’s landscape. However, it also offers a great chance for those visiting to see pictures and video of the area. Whats better? Well, the site is free and easy to use!

So come one, come all! Sedona is waiting for you!

If you have decided that you would like to own a home in Sedona as a full time resident or part time then contact Claudia Ault and her team in downtown Sedona.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

With so much to see and do in Sedona, Arizona it is no wonder that the question – where do we eat? Often comes to mind! Particularly in such a health conscious community!

Sedona is a great place to find a fabulous eatery. There is a wide selection of different foods to suit different tastes as well as costs to suit every budget.

In some ways it is a case of “which country would you like to dine at this evening” as there is the AAA Four-Diamond winner; L’Auberge Restaurant on Oak Creek or how about Thai Spices, an inexpensive local favorite that features fresh, spicy Asian food. The choice is yours!

There are a smattering of family friendly restaurants, ethnic choices, light meals or fine dining. Generally, unless a restaurant states, casual dress is acceptable in Sedona.

Arizona Central has published a great list of restaurants which can be perused online, this gives a ready reference guide to what there is in the area and is viewable by clicking here.

If you have decided that you would like to own a home in Sedona as a full time resident or part time then contact Claudia Ault and her team in downtown Sedona.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

photo courtesy of Lars Hammar

The Verde River offers a wonderful way to spend the day in Sedona Arizona, whether you want to fish it, float on it or just sit by the banks and watch it.  Saturday, March 28th, offers another way to enjoy the Verde River, the Annual Verde River Canoe Challenge.  The Challenge has the opportunity to be competitive or to just have fun and is great for all ages.  The Verde River ranges from a mellow current to float on to moderate rapids which add a little fun to your trip.  The water is rated between Class 1 and Class 3.  Whether you are a serious competitor, enjoy a canoe, kayak or an inflatable you will have a great time on the Verde River at the 2009 Verde River Canoe Challenge.  To register for the Challenge visit www.prm.nau.edu.  For more information contact Richard Lynch at 928-300-7886..

Sedona Arizona offers a fabulous setting to enjoy living in.  Whether you want to live in Sedona full-time or enjoy it as a part-time resident the current market conditions in Sedona offer fantastic real estate investment opportunities.  Contact Claudia Ault today to learn more about the fantastic real estate opportunities in Sedona Arizona.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016. Click here for a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

March is Archeology month in Sedona Arizona and it kicks off tomorrow, Sunday March 1st, at Red Rock State Park.  At 2:00 p.m. in the Park Theater there will be a presentation called “How Astronomy and Science Helped Create the Ancestral Puebloan World: What Archaeoastronomy Tells Us about Puebloan Culture.”  Astronomy was widely used as a tool for the Puebloan people.  Astronomy was used to plan ceremonies, help with hunting and planting, and to determine the seasons.  Bryan Bates, an Archaeoastronomer, will be sharing his knowledge and research on this subject and is sure to captivate his audience.  Take advantage of the education Sedona has to offer and take part in Archeology Month.  For more information or reservations call (928) 282-6907.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

The Stakes & Sticks Sports Bar at Los Abrigados Resort and Spa in Sedona Arizona is turning into a celebrity haven on Sunday February 22nd.  You will feel as if you are in Hollywood at the Oscars when you walk the red carpet and are surrounded by 20 large, high-definition screens.  The 81st Annual Academy Awards will be shown in style at Stakes & Sticks and will be complimented by a fabulous menu, games and prizes.  The event is meant to be casual.  For more information or reservations call 928-204-7849.

Sedona Arizona is a fabulous area.  Located in a stunning natural setting and offering a diverse set of activities, from music, the arts and adventure to fine dining, high-end resorts and spas, Sedona has something to offer everyone.   If you are interested in learning more about Sedona Arizona and its real estate opportunities contact Claudia Ault today, 928-301-3016.  Claudia Ault has the experience and knowledge necessary to educate you on real estate in Sedona.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016. Click here for a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

The annual Sedona Film Festival starts Tuesday February 24th and runs through Sunday March 1st.  The film festival is offering a variety of films for viewing, workshops, discussions, and parties.  The Sedona Film Festival focuses on the independent film and provides a nice variety of films for its attendees viewing pleasure.  Individual tickets, passes and ticket packages are currently for sale and can be purchased by calling (928) 282-1177 or visiting www.sedonafilmfestival.com.

The Film Festival offers a great time to get to know Sedona Arizona.  If you are interested in learning more about Sedona Arizona, its unique beauty and real estate opportunities that exist throughout the area contact Claudia Ault today.  Claudia Ault has the experience and knowledge necessary to get to know Sedona and all that it has to offer.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

The 4th annual Sedona Marathon takes place on Saturday February 7th but celebrations begin on Thursday February 5th.  The festivities surrounding the Sedona Marathon kick off at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday February 5th with a free seminar at Goldenstein Gallery in uptown Sedona.  The seminar is by Phil Wharton, a musculoskeletal specialist, who will be talking about some special techniques used by world-class athletes from around the globe.

Also on February 5th will be the premiere of “Victory Over Darkness”, a documentray about three blind athletes who compete in the Ironman Triathlon.  The movie will be shown at 4:00 p.m. and again at 7:00 p.m. at Harkins Sedona Six Theatres.

On Friday, February 6th, runners can register for the race at the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village starting at 10:00 a.m.  Registration continues throughout the day, ending at 9:00 p.m.

Friday evening at Canyon Breeze is the pre-race pasta feed from 6:00-9:00 p.m.with a fabulous buffet cooked by fantastic chef, David Schmidt.  The pasta-feed is open to everyone, is typically a lot of fun and costs $15 per person including tip.

Saturday morning the race will start at Sedona Cultural Park at 8:00 a.m. There are three races available, a full marathon, a half marathon and a 5k race.  For more information or to register for the Sedona Marathon visit www.sedonamarathon.com.  Don’t miss the Sedona Marathon, it promises to be a fun event for all.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.