Best Places to Live in the U.S.
Money Magazine recently listed their 35th annual list of The 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S., and many of this year's selections are places that Bob Lucido Team and Lucido Global service! From superb suburbs to quaint small towns, these places were selected based on rising job growth, affordable home prices, and quality of life. MARYLAND No. 10 - ELLICOTT CITYThe city of 74,000 lays claim to countless glimpses of America’s past. Home prices were up only 5% in the first quarter of the year (a feat for today’s hot market!), and jobs are projected to jump 13% by 2025. The city’s also just a hop, skip and jump away from busy urban centers like D.C. and Annapolis, too. No. 35 - SEVERNA PARKSeverna Park provides easy access to 150 lakes, 360 reservoirs, and over 2,000 rivers and streams for sport fishing, the B&A Railroad route between Baltimore and Annapolis, and the horticultural gardens at Hatton-Regester Green, which also serves as home to the Park’s Summer Concert Series. BobLucidoTeam.com ARIZONA No. 9 - SCOTTSDALEWhere can you top off a morning of hiking and rock climbing through the desert with an afternoon of high-end shopping and a night of craft cocktails and dancing? In the “West’s most Western town” — aka Scottsdale. For sports lovers, it’s a prime spot just several miles from Arizona State University. The minor league baseball team Scottsdale Scorpions play home games at the local stadium, and, for college football fans, the Fiesta Bowl takes place just 30 minutes away in Glendale. Arizona.LucidoGlobal.com COLORADO No. 8 - CENTENNIALA net average of 1,152 people move to Centennial each year, and it’s easy to see why — the area around Denver has seen rapid development to accommodate the growing population. Centennial students attend Cherry Creek and Littleton Public Schools, two of the mostly highly regarded school districts in the state. The city is also conveniently located by two major highways. No. 28 - CASTLE ROCKThis city of 70,700 people boasts 6,000 acres of open space, award-winning public schools, 95 miles of trails, 53 parks, and easy access to both Denver and Colorado Springs. Colorado.LucidoGlobal.com GEORGIA No. 24 - PEACHTREE CITYA mere 30 miles from downtown Atlanta, idyllic Peachtree City offers a vacation-like atmosphere with the convenience of a suburb. Built in the 1950s, the planned community features two lakes and an extensive trail system, which has the added quirk of being traveled largely by golf cart. For all its amenities, home prices in Peachtree City are relatively affordable. The average home sold for around $355,000 last years. No. 31 - WOODSTOCKWithin Woodstock’s city limits is a lively downtown shopping and dining district with an open container license, allowing you to sip your favorite cocktail while you explore more than 35 locally owned shops selling antiques, artwork, jewelry, and floral arrangements. Georgia.LucidoGlobal.com KANSAS No. 7 - OVERLAND PARKOverland Park is the definition of a family-friendly town, boasting 83 parks and open spaces where the whole family can walk, bike, hike, and fish. Work, like play, is abundant in Overland Park: The city has an unemployment rate of just 3.6%. With 5,000 employees, T-Mobile is the town’s largest private employer. Kansas.LucidoGlobal.com MISSOURINo. 31 - ST. PETERSIf you’re looking for a place with great job opportunities but a homey, small-town feel, you’ll find few spots better fitting than St. Peters. This suburb has added nearly 10,000 jobs in recent years thanks to new Amazon and FedEx facilities, plus a growing number of manufacturing and logistics companies that have set up shop in the area. Missouri.LucidoGlobal.com OREGON No.14 - LAKE OSWEGOBuilt around a 405-acre lake of the same name, Lake Oswego is located just 8 miles south of Portland. Fishing, hiking, and camping are just some of the outdoor activities you can enjoy here thanks to over 600 acres of parkland — including more than 460 acres of natural and open space areas — plus access to the Willamette River. Oregon.LucidoGlobal.com WASHINGTONNo. 42 - CAMASIf you like being on the water, a cluster of lakes sits just north of downtown, including the finger-shaped Lacamas Lake, a 312-acre park with year-round fishing that’s stocked with bass, bluegill and rainbow trout. Washington.LucidoGlobal.com VIRGINIANo. 5 - ASHBURNAshburn ranks high on the list for economic opportunity and projected job growth. Fun fact: Ashburn has the largest concentration of dinosaur footprints in the U.S. Virginia.LucidoGlobal.com Looking to buy or sell in one of these great places to live?OUR TEAM CAN HELP YOU MOVE ANYWHERE YOU NEED TO BE.WE HAVE LOCAL EXPERTS FROM COAST TO COAST.
Make the Most of Your Apples this Autumn
Make the most of your apples this autumn with sweet and savory recipes your family will love. Crunchy, juicy, and sweet, apples can be used in a variety of ways, so forget that basic apple pie or caramel apple recipe and try something new this year! From mouth-watering cookies and crumbles to savory salads and soups, there’s sure to be a recipe here to satisfy all of your fall taste buds. FOR YOUR SWEET TOOTH: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies | Recipe Cook Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 12 Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats ¾ cup whole grain flour 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp salt 2 tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp allspice 1 egg 2 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil (liquid form) 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ cup maple syrup 1 large apple grated or chopped ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins white frosting for garnish Apple Crisp | RecipeCook Time: 1 hour | Servings: 6Ingredients: 6 apples, peeled and chopped 2 tbsp granulated sugar 1 ¾ tsp cinnamon 1 ½ tsp lemon juice 1 cup light brown sugar ¾ cup oats ¾ cups all purpose flour ½ cup cold unsalted cubed butter Pinch of salt No Bake Apple Pie Parfaits | RecipeCook Time: 22 minutes | Servings: 4Ingredients: FILLING- 4 apples, peeled and diced ¼ cup coconut sugar 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg 1 cup water 2 tbsp tapioca flour CRUMB- ½ cup almond meal ¾ cup oats 2 tbsp coconut sugar ¼ cup chopped peanuts ¼ cup cold butter ½ tsp cinnamon WHIPPED TOPPING- 500 ml heavy cream 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract Salted Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bites | RecipeCook Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 12 Ingredients: CRUST- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers 2 tbsp brown sugar ¼ tsp cinnamon 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted FILLING- 12 oz cream cheese ½ cup pure cane sugar 3 tbsp all purpose flour 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 large eggs ¼ cup plain greek yogurt 2-3 granny smith apples, peeled and diced 2 tbsp lemon juice CRUMBLE- ½ cup all purpose flour ¼ cup oats ¼ cup + 2 tbsp brown sugar ¼ cup cinnamon ⅛ tsp ginger Pinch of sea salt ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed SAVORY SELECTIONS: Waldorf Salad | RecipeCook Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 4 Ingredients: 6 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tbsp lemon juice ½ tsp salt Pinch of black pepper 2 apples, chopped 1 cup grapes, halved or ¼ cup raisins 1 cup thinly sliced celery 1 cup toasted walnuts, chopped 1 lettuce head Sweet Potato and Apple Soup | RecipeCook Time: 1 hour | Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 ¾ lb sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 1 small parsnip 2 tbsp EVOO Pinch of salt 6 cups vegetable stock 1 cup apple cider 1 tsp green Tabasco sauce 1 green apple, finely diced Apple Chips | Recipe Cook Time: 4 hours | Servings: 3 Ingredients: 3 large apples Cinnamon Apple Crisp Baked Brie | RecipeCook Time: 55 minutes | Servings: 8-10 Ingredients: 1 6-8 oz brie wheel 3 tbsp butter 1 apple 2 tbsp brown sugar ¼ tsp cinnamon Pinch of salt ½ cup of oats 8 walnuts, halved and chopped 1 tbsp + 1 tsp all purpose flour Sliced Baguette, for serving
Hot Property Picks of the Week
Check out these hot properties across the U.S. + Canada listed by Lucido Global! FOR SALE | ARIZONA3023 W Cheyenne Drive | Laveen, AZ 85339 3 beds | 2 baths | 3,030 sqft | $725,000 This quintessential Southwest home offers breathtaking views of Arizona sunsets, desert mountains, and city lights. Featured in magazines and home tours for its unique architectural design and native landscaping. Private 1-acre setting provides both quiet seclusion and easy access to amenities. Energy-efficient home with natural light throughout. UNDER CONTRACT | VIRGINIA7751 Willow Point Drive | Falls Church, VA 22042 2 beds | 2 baths | 1,294 sqft | $469,000 Looking to own a magazine worthy home in Falls Church with an oversized living room with space to entertain? This 2 bedroom condo with 1,294 sq ft is tucked away in a quiet courtyard yet just minutes from all your everyday needs. A spacious open floor plan features designer-inspired and modernized interiors with exceptional upgrades, newly installed flooring, updated kitchen and bathrooms, the convenience of single story living, and so much more. FOR SALE | TEXAS5708 Tonkowa Draw Road | Austin, TX 78738 5 beds | 5 baths | 3,867 sqft | $899,990 Stunning all-stone exterior, former model home, with 3,867 sq ft, 5 BR & 4.5 BA, located in desirable Sweetwater. Step into the foyer showcasing an ornate staircase, featuring a study with french doors & formal dining. Continue into an open floor plan with an abundance of natural light, beautiful flooring & high ceilings. Prepare culinary delights in the gourmet kitchen that opens to the family room, boasting a stone fireplace -- an ideal place for gatherings. OUR TEAM CAN HELP YOU MOVE ANYWHERE YOU NEED TO BE. WE HAVE LOCAL EXPERTS FROM COAST TO COAST. Contact us at 410.465.6900 for all your real estate needs today.
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