Facing Arizona: There is a lot of opportunity in Arizona

Dec 29, 2017, 11:16 AM | Updated: Jun 13, 2018, 1:35 pm

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“I think there is a lot of opportunity in Arizona. I feel the people here are really kind compared to some of the other states I have been to and I think that’s really good.

“One thing I enjoy, from an experience standpoint, is all the snowbirds that come. There is a large knowledge pool that collects here annually. I feel that provides a great insight to other people from around the country and I think it is something that we should utilize more.” – Zackery

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