Utah named Top 25 Places to retire twice by Forbes magazine!  Utah's business climate is quite attractive, the economic forecast is looking up, low crime and affordable living standards rate high according to Forbes magazine. And that just describes the northern part of the state! You haven't seen nothing yet until you visit the southern part of  Utah though. Just ask me, I'll tell you! The two cities that made the Forbes magazine list are Ogden and Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information on, go to: http://www3.forbes.com/personal-finance/the-25-best-places-to-retire-in-2014/6/ Buying or selling a home in southern Utah? I can help with your residential real estate needs because Wanda Can! 435.632.9374 or wanda@buynsellutah.com. ........................................................... 01/16/2015

Mutual Admiration Society of southern Utah   Have you ever met someone and became instant friends, right on the spot without any prior introductions or initial contact? You both felt a strong connection and every time you see each other or speak on the phone, you reconnect easily?   I have. My Mutual Admiration Society friend works for another brokerage in the St. George area and lives in the same community a client is contemplating on building a home. In order to gain some useful information, we met at her sales office. Upon our arrival, we hugged and she told him it was the Mutual Admiration Society at work.   It truly was! When was the last time you told someone that you appreciated them or had a high regard for their business ethics or enjoyed working with them? The results may indu... 01/14/2015

St. George UT is Named on Another Forbes List Another milestone for St. George UT as the City is named on another Forbes list of the best. This time St. George is named on the list of ‘Best Small Places for Business and Careers’ coming in at #26 in the nation. Here are more details at a glance. Metro Population: 150,100 Major Industries: Aviation, Health care, Tourism Gross Metro Product: $4.5 B Median Household Income: $48,125 Median Home Price: $158,700 Unemployment: 4% Job Growth: 5.2% Cost of Living: 10.8% below national average College Attainment: 24.4% Net Migration: 770 St. George also ranked #5 on the Forbes list in ‘Cost of Doing Business’, #72 on the list in ‘Job Growth’ and #71 on the list in ‘Education’. Here’s a little more about the St. George UT lifestyle in case you are... 01/13/2015

I never met a ___________________ I didn't like.     For me, this would read...I never met a   sunset   I didn't like.   Now, it's your turn! How would you fill in the blank? According to Will Rogers, he never met a man he didn't like. Can you say the same?   Enjoy your day! I am showing homes to a potential buyer today and tomorrow and hope I am lucky enough to catch today's and tomorrow's southern Utah sunset. 01/13/2015

414 N 2070 E St George UT 84790 For Sale | St George Pool Home For Sale Great home conveniently located within walking distance to the mall, schools, shopping, theaters etc. Updated kitchen w/granite countertops. Comfortable open floor plan, VERY CLEAN in excellent condition. Fully fenced yard w/private pool & spa! Plantation shutters, storage shed & RV parking too! Priced to sell at $219,900                         Lovely Home w/Pool & Spa! Overview Maps Photos $219,900 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Interior: 1,586 sqft Lot: 0.17 acre(s) Location 414 N 2070 East St George, UT 84790 USA Erika Rogers ReMax First Realty (435) 229-8801 erikarogersrealtor@gmail.com http://www.relocatetosunnystgeorge.com   Listed by: Erika Rogers Our recent listings Spectacular lot ... 01/09/2015

Man Caves discovered at SunRiver in St. George, Utah!   A rare occurrence and the first of it's kind in southern Utah. SunRiver St. George is excited to introduce Adventure Mancaves!   Finally, a place store RV and ATV toys and perhaps a media room to watch sporting events with your buddies or room to work on that classic car. No matter the choice, there is 1,250 square feet of customizable space!     A 25’ x 50’ garage space for your lifestyle and activities. Each unit comes fully finished with paint, sheet rock, and heating and air conditioning as standard.    Brought to you by Adventure Storage located in St. George, Utah. Grand Opening on January 18th, 2015 at SunRiver on Bluegrass Way with Food, Vendors, Give-a-ways and Live Music featuring the Rock-n'Horse Band 11am - 3pm! Call (4... 01/08/2015

St George Half Marathon & 5K-2015 It's almost time for the 2015 St George Utah half marathon & 5k!  This is Southern Utah's longest running half marathon, attracting 2500 runners. This spectacular race is on paved city trails that wind along the Virgin River and take you through the beautiful landscape of St. George. Race Entry fee includes a long sleeve tech shirt, finisher medal for all 1/2 Marathon and Move It! Kids finishers, chip timing and post race refreshments. Event Date:  Saturday, January 17, 2015 Start Time:   9:00 am- Half Marathon and 5K;  11:00 am- Move It! Kids Where:    Dixie Convention Center, 1835 Convention Center Dr, St. George, UT 84770 Registration:   Pre-registration accepted until Friday, January 9, 2015. Late registration is open until Wednesday, January 14, 20... 01/07/2015

Find Alternative Lawn Help in St. George UT It can be costly and time consuming to deal with your lawn in St. George UT each year. But there are some alternatives you may not be aware of that can have your homes lawn looking beautiful year-round with less time and effort. The Tonaquint Nature Center will be hosting a Water-Wise Landscape workshop for residents in Southern Utah who are looking for less time consuming alternative for their lawns. Candace Schaible will the lead the work shop about the variety of ground cover options that are available to homeowners and businesses in Southern Utah. She is the Horticulture and Water-Wise Landscape Educator for the Iron County office of the Utah State University Extension. Candace will go over the types of ground cover that you can find to w... 01/07/2015

Look up in the sky...It's A Bird...It's A Plane...It's an Altocumulus Standing Lenticular Cloud!   Many people were left wondering about the almost mystical formation that hovered in the southern Utah skies yesterday, including myself. Being a cloud watcher and rainbow chaser, I was so curious in fact that I just had to look it up.   This unusual type of cloud, according to the National Weather Service is known as an altocumulus standing lenticular cloud, usually forming in the winter and spring months. It is caused when fast moving air is forced up and over a topographic barrier that is oriented more or less perpendicular to the direction from which the upper-level wind is blowing.      This deflection creates a gravity wave downwind of the topographic barrier not unlike a wave you mig... 01/04/2015

Homes for Sale in Entrada-St George UT | Market Report-November 2014 "What Are Homes Selling for in Entrada?" This is a fairly common question I receive from people interested in owning a gorgeous home in the highly sought after community of Entrada. Check out the latest sales statistics for Entrada below~   This Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Market Report for November 2014 is provided by Erika Rogers of St George Utah Homes for Sale. Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Real Estate Market Report ~November 2014 is as follows: 7 homes sold in Entrada during November 2014 3 homes sold for between $249,000-$300,000      1 home sold for between $550,000-$600,000 2 homes sold for between $600,000-$650,000 1 home sold for between $750,000-$800,000 There are also custom homes be... 01/02/2015

Start the Year Off Right in St. George UT It’s time to start the year off on the right foot this 2015 with events, adventures and activities that can be found all around St. George UT. You will find everything from the ultimate outdoor experience to the St. George half marathon to the Crossroads Gun Show and more. So, come out to one of these great events and start enjoying your New Year. St. George UT Events The Ultimate Outdoor Expo – This fun packed ultimate outdoor adventure will be showcasing the latest in outdoor fun. You will see fishing equipment, camping supplies, boats, ATV’s, rifles, RV’s and more. There will also be interactive demonstrations that will include the following: Boat Safety Fly Fishing Duck Calling Duck Dog Demos Mountaineering Cowboy Shooting Go Kart Racing Ro... 01/01/2015

St. George UT New Year Celebrations and Activities Bringing in 2015 will be so easy no matter where you are in St. George UT. You will find many events and activities from family fun to concerts to parties to plays and more. Therefore, I have found some of the top events and activities for you and your entire family to enjoy. The only problem you will have is where you want to start celebrating first. New Year’s Celebrations in St. George UT New Year’s Eve Family Bash – This is Southern Utah's Largest Family Friendly New Year’s Event! So, bring the whole family out for a fun night of great family fun inside the Washington City Community Center. Bring your swimsuit and be prepared to be wowed with this action packed event! Event Details: √ Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2014 √ Time: 5:00... 12/31/2014

Bloomington Cave Adventures in St. George, UT You won’t find a shortage of activities in St. George UT. Therefore, I have a caving adventure you may be interested in. Bloomington Cave in St. George UT is the sixth largest cave in Utah with a depth of over 240 feet and length of 1.35 miles. The Bloomington Cave is located just 15 miles west of Downtown St. George on the east side of the Beaver Dam Mountains, and is St. George’s only cave that is open to the public. Bloomington Cave still has several thousand feet of unmapped passages that are waiting to be explored once they have been surveyed. For now, specialists know that the cave is a three-dimensional fracture maze that trends north and south with a western plunge of nearly forty degrees. This forty degree plunge allows you to desc... 12/30/2014

Kayenta Desert Community | St George UT | Market Report November 2014 Try to describe Kayenta in St George Utah with one word and it's impossible!  Tranquil, peaceful, majestic, inspiring, breathtaking are a few starters.  Kayenta is one of the highly sought after communities located at the base of Red Mountain in St George Utah.  Exquisite homes, unparalleled views and custom lots makes Kayenta a breath of fresh air! Far enough away from town for privacy and tranquility, yet close enough to run get a gallon of milk in just 5 minutes.  There was lots of real estate activity in Kayenta during 2014 and the momentum continues through the end of the year.  New construction is seeing a surge as well as existing home sales in the community.  The November 2014 Market Report for Kayenta Desert ... 12/29/2014

New Years Eve  St George Utah 2014   Looking for activities on New Years Eve in St George Utah this year? Southern Utah's largest family friendly New Years Eve Bash is being held at the Washington Community Center on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 from 5 pm-12 pm. Bring the whole family out for an entire night of amazing family fun inside the Washington City Community Center. Don't forget your swimsuit and be prepared to be wowed with this action packed event! Event Details: Mad Chad Chainsaw Juggler (from the progressive commercials) Fireworks Show Family Disneyland Ticket Giveaway Cash Drop Zip line & Rock Wall Elsa & Spiderman Visits Dive In Movie; Showing Maleficent, Guardians of the Galaxy, & Frozen "Sing-A-Long" Swimming & Water Roller Balls Balloon Twisters & Face painters Free Fa... 12/26/2014

St. George UT Holiday Spa Getaways It’s that time once again for holiday spa getaways in St. George, UT. You can also enjoy these spas year-round; however, right now is a good time to relax after all your Christmas and New Year activities. Here are some of the top local spa getaways for you and your friends to enjoy. St. George UT Spa’s √ Green Valley Spa is the best mid-sized spa in America, as described by Spa Finder Magazine and as said by Travel and Leisure to be “among the best spas in North America”. Green Valley Spa offers breathtaking hikes, adventures through the Red Rock Canyon country. They have a world famous spa, and award winning golf and tennis programs. Green Valley Spa has the only 4-diamond accommodation in Utah. Visit www.greevalleyspa.com or call 435-628-8060 for mo... 12/25/2014

Your castle awaits in southern Utah.     Whatever the object of desire or combination of features in a home that please, southern Utah has something for everyone! From a 450 square foot resort condominium to a 7,500 square foot sprawling estate, Washington County, Utah area offers a life-style of choice.     St. George, Utah is 90 minutes from Las Vegas, Nevada and 3.5 hours from Salt Lake City. The southern Utah year ‘round mild weather is conducive to participating in outdoor activities throughout the year.   Several nearby national parks are a huge draw for tourists coming into the area. Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon are just a few attractions. Internationally re-known Tuacahn Ampitheatre, nestled in the red rock canyon, offers world-class productions including musicals, comedy sh... 12/22/2014

The southern Utah skies will be your guide!     Living in this place we call home has allowed us the freedom to move about while enjoying everything the St. George, Utah area has to offer. We often volunteer for major events that attract people from all over the world to come play and we wouldn't have it any other way.   Personally, I enjoy the light shows that take place twice daily along the horizon. When you visit, allow the southern Utah skies to be your guide!   Happy Monday all! 12/21/2014

You-light-up-my-night!       After a full day of viewing homes in southern Utah with clients and discussing their wants and needs, the sun was just going down as I got into my car. Thank you Mother Nature for lighting my way all the way home.   What a spectacular end to a day that started from sun up and went to sun down.    Happy Sunday all! 12/21/2014

St. George UT – Kachina Springs Real Estate Southern Utah’s Kachina Springs in St. George, UT is one of the most exciting parts of Entrada at Snow Canyon. With over 900 acres, this master planned community was designed to fulfill the wants and needs of home buyers who desire the style of the renowned Piaute Springs with additional space. The community of Kichina Springs at Entrada is located along the fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth fairways of the Entrada Golf Course; a world renowned golf course that is a Johnny Miller signature course. Homebuyers of Kachina Springs properties will enjoy some of the most spectacular views of Snow Canyon and beautiful desert sunsets. Each home in Kachina Springs is framed by waterfalls, lakes, streams and natural desert landscaping. And, gates entran... 12/17/2014