Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Tucson is Home to Air & Space History

There are a number of reasons that all across the City of Tucson homes, land and real estate, including the outlying foothills, are so eagerly sought after by families, individuals and those enjoying an active, high-end retirement lifestyle. Here’s one: there’s so much to do!

A historical treat for all ages, the 200-acre Pima Air & Space Museum is one of the largest aviation museums in the world with over 270 aircraft and 125,000 artifacts. Visitors can explore the museum on a self-guided tour, take a tram tour of the outside exhibits or enjoy a walking tour of the hangars led by one of the museum’s c docents. Highlights include a full-size replica of the Wright Flyer and the bombers of World War II as well as the SR-71 Blackbird reconnaissance aircraft and the VC-118 “Air Force One” used by Presidents Kennedy and Johnson. In addition, the museum also offers exclusive tours of the world’s largest military aircraft storage facility at the Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Center (AMARC), located on Davis-Monthan Air Force Base across the street from the museum.

Relying heavily on volunteers, the Pima Air & Space Museum regularly sees over 250,000 guests each year. Perfect for celebrations community affairs, the museum also hosts community, private and business events, including the Runway to the Stars gala dinner, the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Open Cockpit Weekend and the SR-71 Symposium.

The Arizona Aerospace Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Tucson, Arizona, operates the Pima Air & Space Museum, the Titan Missile Museum and the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame. The Foundation also manages tours of the Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group and the military aircraft “Boneyard” located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

For more information on the Pima Air & Space Museum, visit www.pimaair.org.

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Welcome to Tucson Russ Lyon

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty is the largest Sotheby's International Realty affiliate in the world with over 800 Sales Associates in Arizona serving Tucson as well as metropolitan Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona, Flagstaff, Prescott, Payson and White Mountain regions of Arizona. Our company blends a sixty year history of excellence in meeting Scottsdale’s real estate needs, with the world-renowned Sotheby's International Realty network, facilitating connections locally, nationally and internationally.

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty’s corporate environment is unique in the industry and especially in Tucson. Seasoned management creates a dynamic and inspiring atmosphere that invigorates and hones the skills of each agent. Collaboration and networking are fostered to create a synergy that puts the entire company to work on behalf of every client. This blending of proven strategies with state-of-the-art innovation is unsurpassed. Additionally, acknowledging the ever increasing trend toward cost-efficient and healthy natural living environments, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty established the first dedicated Green Real Estate Division in the state of Arizona.

Through our Sotheby’s International Realty affiliation our Tucson clients gain the advantage of a global network accessing a far reaching client base. Our listings reap the benefits of an instantly recognizable brand, with a unique reputation for excellence. Clients also benefit from a close association with the venerable Sotheby’s Auction House, established in 1744. This relationship provides our Sales Associates with the exclusive ability to make our listings available to the most qualified buyers in Tucson and around the world.

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty is dedicated to the ideals of integrity and professionalism, as evidenced by our focus on exceptional client service. Representing nearly $3 billion in real estate inventory in Arizona, our Sales Associates have earned the confidence of our clients. Further, the real estate transactions facilitated by our Tucson Sales Associates represent a substantial market share in Tucson, and dominate the Arizona market for luxury properties sold. Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty is also the Number One Sotheby's International Realty affiliate worldwide in both dollar volume and number of units sold. However, whether we represent a multi-million dollar estate or a starter home, Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty is committed to providing unparalleled service to our clients.