4th Annual Arizona Aircraft Expo – May 12th from 9am to 4pm Arizona’s leading aircraft dealers will present the latest models of general aviation aircraft. All prospective buyers and the general public are welcome to see the latest technologically advanced aircraft from Lancair, Beechcraft, CubCrafters, Cessna, Quest, Piper and more. The event is free and if you want to purchase an aircraft, there will be several representatives such as AirFleet Capital, Aviation Tax Consultants, Airport Property Specialists, and Pinnacle Aviation Insurance.

There will be an ownership seminar on Friday at 11:00am. The seminar will focus on questions about acquisition and ownership of aircraft. They will also discuss financing, insurance, and tax information for owning an aircraft.

2012 Air Race Classic – June 1th from 8am to 4pm you can see women pilots at their best. Women pilots are given four days to complete a 2,400 mile race. The race will begin in Lake Havasu City and will end in Batavia, Ohio. So, the public is welcome and encouraged to visit with the pilots while the planes are being inspected on Friday & Saturday. The welcome reception will be open to the public on Saturday, and the optional dinner is available for $25.

Vicki Lind – Your real estate resource for Lake Havasu City and surrounding communities.

The Children’s Health & Safety Fair comes to Lake Havasu City on Saturday, May 19, 2012.

The first Health & Safety Fair conducted by the Havasu Regional Medical Center took place last October 2011 to help celebrate the grand opening of the brand new pediatric unit of the hospital.  It was a complete success.  So, the HRMC decided to hold another fun and informative event this May.  HRMC understands that a trip to the hospital can be traumatic for kids.  In showing them as well as their parents how to stay healthy and safe, the staff are attempting to help kids avoid having to visit the trauma center if at all possible.  However, by showing the hospital in a positive light through fun, interactive games and exhibits, they are hoping to lessen the scary factor when an emergency does arise.

The Children’s Health & Safety Fair comes to Lake Havasu on Saturday, May 19, 2012 from 10am to 1pm.  The Havasu Regional Medical Center wants to keep both you and your children educated on the benefits of being active and healthy in a uniquely fun way.  And, who doesn’t want to see the inner workings of a firetruck or ambulance up close and personal?

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HVAC – $150 to $300 depending on your location

How often – annually

When – spring or fall is the best time to remember to have your unit inspected

Chimney – $50 to $150 for cleaning

How often – annually

When – in the fall

Termite – $70 – $250 for an inspection, $200 + for protection

How often – annually

When – spring or summer when termites are most active

Wood decks – $100 to $300 for 200sq feet

How often – every 2 years

When – summer on a sunny day

Dryer vents – $100 to $200

How often – two times a year

When – spring and fall

Carpet cleaning – $75 +

How often – annually or semi annually if you have heavy traffic

When – anytime of year

Dryer Vents – Cost: $120-$200

How often - every year.

When – a sunny day.

Vicki Lind – Your real estate resource for Lake Havasu City, AZ and surrounding areas.

Spring Cleaning for the Kitchen:

* Decluttering – Go through all your drawers, cabinets and countertops and remove anything you don’t need. Only keep the items you use on a daily basis.

* Grease and dirt – Use a microfiber cloth to cleanup stubborn grease and dirt.

* Sink drain – Clean your smelly sink drain with a quarter cup baking soda and a quarter cup vinegar. Leave it in the drain overnight, then flush with boiling water in the morning.

* Cleaning the oven – Use a mix of baking soda and water. Rub it on and let it sit overnight. Wipe it down in the morning.

* Stainless steel – A mix of natural dish soap and warm water will clean your stainless steel right up. You will need to dry it quickly with a cloth.

* Stains – Baking soda and vinegar, plus some elbow grease will do the trick. It will also disinfect the area and save you money.

* Countertops – Clean any type countertop with a equal parts vinegar and water.

Spring Cleaning for the Bathrooms:

* Rust and mineral deposits – You can remove rust and mineral deposits from showers, toilets and tubs with a pumice stone. If you need something stronger, you can use a mix of baking soda and acidic vinegar.

* The toilet – You can use an all purpose cleaner with a little baking soda to get your potty sparkly clean.

* Sinks and tubs – A creamy soft scrub of baking soda, glycerin, essential oils and castile soap with have it all clean and smelling wonderful in no time.

* Mirrors – It’s easy to clean your mirrors with an equal mixture of water and vinegar in a spray bottle. Wipe with a soft cloth for best results.

Vicki Lind – Your real estate source for Lake Havasu City and surrounding communities.

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When it comes to hot events in Lake Havasu City, April 2012 holds many things to see and do. Many events you can find throughout the year, but there are some special ones you will only find this month.

Swap Meet

Dates: Every Sunday September – May from 6 am – 3 pm

Venue: London Bridge Shopping Center – South Parking Lot

Admission: Free

Description: Come hunt for unique treasures or just come to see what deals you can find.

Hula Hoop Jam

Dates: Every Sunday November – April from 12-2 pm

Venue: Rotary Park

Admission: Free

Description: Fun in the park with Hula Hoops!

Cruisn’ On Main

Dates: Every Thursday 4-8 pm

Venue: McCulloch Blvd. (Smoketree to Acoma)

Admission: FREE

Website: www.lhcmainstreet.com

Description: Hot rods, classic cars, rat rods, motorcycles, trucks and more that are “Cruisin’ on Main”.

Havasu Classics Cruise Night

Dates: Every Thursday 4 – 6 pm

Venue: Wienerschnitzel

Admission: Free

Website: www.havasuclassics.com

Description: All classic car lovers and owners come on down and check out Havasu Classics!

Dave Chambers Ghost Ranch Concert Series

Dates: April 6, 2012 @ Doors open 6:30 – Showtime 7:30

Venue: The Refuge Golf and Country Club

Admission: $25 single – $45 couples

Website: www.ghostranchconcerts.com

Description: Scarlet Furies in Concert at the Refuge Golf and Country Club Event Pavilion.

Havasu World Cup

Date: April 6, 2012 @ 9am

Venue: The Nautical Beachfront Resort

Description: Warm temperature, cool beach, hot boats…Lake Havasu City has them all this weekend. Come out and watch a classic East Coast vs. West Coast battle!

Bikes on the Boulevard

Dates: Every Friday: 4 pm

Venue: Lake Havasu’s Main Street- McCulloch Blvd.

Admission: Free

Website: www.lhcmainstreet.com

Description: “Bikes on the Boulevard” debuts on Main Street!

Movies on the Park

Dates: Saturdays – April showtime: 7:30 pm

Venue: Rotary Park

Admission: FREE

Website: http://www.lhcaz.gov/parksAndRecreation/parksAdministration.html

Description: Grab your lawn chair and blanket, then sit back and enjoy watching a movie under the stars.

US Anglers Choice Team Tournament

Date: Saturdays 5:15 am

Venue: Lake Havasu State Park – Windsor 4

Admission: $175 Basic Entry Fee

Website: www.anglerschoice.com

Description: Anglers fish as a team for cash and prizes and to accrue points for the fish-off!

Vicki Lind – Your real estate source for Lake Havasu City and surrounding communities.

So, next time you’re looking for an adventure in Lake Havasu, give horseback riding a try. Up to 20 people can be accommodated for the group rides that will be traveling along the non-motorized SARA Park trails. You can choose packages for children and adults, ages 6 years and up. There are weight limitations of 250lbs per horse.

It is recommended that you bring long pants, closed toe shoes and a bottle of water when you ride. Cost and times of trail rides will be $30 for 1.5 hours, $50 for 2.5 hours and you can take full day excursions for an additional price. You can find the horse corrals at Lake Havasu Rodeo Grounds on 7206 Dub Campbell Parkway, SARA Park, in Lake Havasu City.

Horseback riding excursions will run from Jan 5th to May 1st each year. And for more information about the horseback riding excursions, contact BJ Hill at 307-730-8629.

Vicki Lind – Your source for real estate  in Lake Havasu.

We may soon be seeing an end to the housing crisis during 2012, according to a report that was released by Capital Economics recently. The loosening of credit was one of the top reasons for the conclusion. Currently, the average credit score that is required to get a mortgage loan is 700. Although this is higher than what it was several years ago, it is the same as last year.

Other market signs point to the loosening of available credit. You can now find many banks lending up to 3.5 times the borrowers earnings. This number is up from the low of 3.1 during the crisis. And, banks are even loosening loan-to-value ratios, which many believe is a clear sign of mortgage credit conditions improving. Banks are now lending over 80% of loan-to-value, up from the low 74% in 2010.

Although credit conditions are improving, many potential homebuyers will continue to struggle to meet the credit requirements. Additionally, a large part of last year’s cancelled contracts were a direct result of qualification issues with a potential buyer.

Also, even though we are seeing credit conditions improve, it won’t be enough to produce an increase on home prices. So, when you get ready to sell, you need an experienced Realtor® on your side who knows how to get all the value from your home. Therefore, contact Vicki Lind at 928-486-6227 to help you sell or buy real estate.

Vicki Lind – Your Source For Real Estate In Lake Havasu City, AZ

Tub liners are available through the popular Re-Bath and other companies like them. Re-Bath has been making tub liners since the 1970′s. Today, they are one of the Nations largest franchiser of tub-lining products, with over 100 installers in 47 states. Another company of bath liners is Luxury Bath Systems, which has a large collection of new liners.

So how do they do it? The installer will send measurements and photographs of your tub to their warehouse. The company will identify the model and use a sheet of acrylic to produce a new 35lb tub liner. This new tub liner will be vacuum formed to the old tub for an exact fit. They will clean your old tub with special cleaners to remove all dirt and buildup, remove your old drain and overflow, trim the new liner so it fits snugly against all walls, add a new drain and overflow, and complete the task by sealing everything with tape and silicone.

Refinishing is another option. This process is very intensive and calls for hazardous chemicals that warrant the use of a respirator and a protective suite for anyone who will be working on the project. The first step to refinishing a bathtub is covering all the exposed surfaces around the bathtub. You want to protect the rest of the room from over spray. All old caulk is removed and the tub is washed with a hydrofluoric acid, which is where the toxic fumes come into the process. Once the surface is dry, four applications of polyurethane will be applied with a light sanding between each coat. Lastly the tub is polished and you have a like new tub.

So, between the options available, you will have to decide what your best option would be. Factor in time and cost to help you make your decision.

Lake Havasu, Arizona is the ultimate Spring Break 2012 destination and the hottest place to be! For Spring Break 2012 you will want to be in Lake Havasu where the weather is warm and the water is cool. Lake Havasu is in the top 5 Spring Break destinations in the US according to Entertainment Television and the Travel Channel.

Spring Break students from all around can enjoy the outrageous activities from March through April. Lake Havasu is fun and affordable for college students and the ‘hot’ place to be in 2012.

There are a number of things to do that will keep you busy while you’re having a blast. There’s boating and beaches, canoeing and kayaking, para-sailing, jet skiing, water skiing, pools, and of course the nightlife.

When you get to Lake Havasu you can sit back and relax, grab a beer or sip on cocktails at the chic Martini Bay. For party goers, Lake Havasu will meet all your needs for whatever occasion you have at many Lake Havasu clubs. You can find more information on the nightlife in Lake Havasu at www.azspringbreak.com/nightlife .

So, bring your friends, flops, swim suites, sun lotion and towels, and plan to enjoy the ultimate Spring Break 2012 in Lake Havasu.

You can find several websites that have cornered the niche market for renting your extra parking space, whether it it’s your driveway or your garage. Most of the sites you will find online are not limiting themselves to single-family homes. They are including parking spaces for small businesses, schools, churches and more.

Parking spaces near public transportation, attractions, and downtown areas will bring in the highest rents. However, if you live near public attractions where there is parking available, you will have to compete with their parking fees. You can rent your space for days, weeks, months, or even hours. You will only need to make sure you are not going to be restricted by HOA rules or city ordinances.

People in cities like Lake Havasu City should have no problem renting their extra parking spaces for at least $45 a week or more. In areas where parking spaces are in high demand like vacation properties, some homeowners can bring in $3,000 to $4,000 extra a year.

Renting your extra parking space is not a new idea. Property owners have been using free sites like CraigsList to post their extra parking space for rent. There are other websites like ParkAtMyHouse.com where users can communicate and exchange personal information in a private setting. You won’t even have to publish your exact address until you have an interested renter for your area. Nevertheless, always remember that there are certain risks when inviting strangers to your home. So, you may even want to check with your homeowners insurance before renting your extra parking space. Break-ins from invited guests may not be covered on your policy.