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Interviews With Our Clients

Nancy Branham CRS, GRI, REALTOR
John Wason, REALTOR


Interview with Kirby & Carrie
What brought you to Flagstaff? Better quality of life and slower pace
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 6 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The seasons, fresh air and good caring schools
What business are you in? Firefighter & homemaker/youth worker
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? We just enjoy being in the mountains everyday: seeing wildlife and walking through Hart Prairie in the fall is a favorite
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? This place is growing fast. We liked it because it was a small town. We'd like to see it stay that way.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is a great REALTOR. She knows her stuff.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 10
Culture 9 Traffic
Shopping 8 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 8 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 7


Interview with Jack
What brought you to Flagstaff? Job opportunity
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 3 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? I still get excited about the climate and the beauty of our surrounding areas. Also - very nice people
What business are you in? Hospitality - Golf
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? My first year here I opened all the windows in my house on May 1st and didn't close any until October
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Watch out - people who move here seem to never leave!
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is the only real estate professional I would work with or recommend.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 8
Culture 8 Traffic
Shopping 4 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 6 Things for kids to do 7
Things for adults to do 7 Affordability 6


Interview with Randy & Connie
What brought you to Flagstaff? Job opportunity
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 3 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Clean air
What business are you in? The sign business
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? The County Fair is old fashion and fun for the whole family
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? You'd better like wind and snow
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. I think Nancy Branham is one of the best agents I have ever worked with
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 5
Culture 6 Traffic
Shopping 4 Friendly Folks 3
Restaurants 8 Things for kids to do
Things for adults to do 5 Affordability 3


Interview with Jim & Joyce
What brought you to Flagstaff? Retirement
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 2.5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? No crowds, the beauty, the museum, the people and the clean air
What business are you in? Volunteer work
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? We love it all
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Stay where you are and leave Flagstaff and its delights to us. (This won't work of course.)
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy was nifty, neat, knowledgeable lady who knows her clients better than they know themselves.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 9
Culture 10 Traffic
Shopping 3 Friendly Folks 10
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 10
Things for adults to do 10 Affordability 5


Interview with Dusty and Brenda
What brought you to Flagstaff? The climate, trees and mountains
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 4 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The sunshine, views and small town atmosphere
What business are you in? Retired and Registered Nurse
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Buying our home through Nancy Branham
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Plan for high prices
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Excellent - above and beyond
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 8
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 6
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 7
Things for adults to do 7 Affordability 3


Interview with Gloria
What brought you to Flagstaff? Always wanted to live in the mountains and this was closer to family without being too close
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 4+ years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Cool summers (I come from miserable ones) and the low, low humidity
What business are you in? Secretary at County government office
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Walking in the woods with my dog, in spite of our meetings with a skunk and a porcupine. There are miles and miles of trails over all sorts of terrain.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? The job market is very poor. Salaries are lower, housing is higher and the cost of living otherwise is about the same. Be sure you have enough money to last you a while or better yet have a job before you get here.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy did a great job of helping me find the "house of my dreams". When I was looking the market was tight and you had to snap it up when you saw it. Nancy helped to work out some problems that came up and almost cancelled the sale.
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Air Quality 8 Recreation 9
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 6 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 10 Things for kids to do 6
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 5


Interview with client of Nancy's
What brought you to Flagstaff? Job at NAU
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 25 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The snow and crisp cold weather
What business are you in? Nurse practitioner
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Climbing Mt. Elden
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Go to Santa Fe
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy was wonderful.
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Air Quality 8 Recreation 8
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 2


Interview with Daniel
What brought you to Flagstaff? The job and outdoor opportunities
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5-1/2 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? 10 miles from my home, I can mountain bike on Hart Prairie amidst the aspen trees.
What business are you in? Health care
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? While hiking on the North side of the "Peaks" I came across a gaggle of wild turkey!!
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? This IS the country. It's a college town in the high desert.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy was caring and professional. (How many real estate agents can you say that about)
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 9
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 7
Restaurants 6 Things for kids to do 5
Things for adults to do 6 Affordability 4


Interview with Nancy's clients
What brought you to Flagstaff? Good place to retire
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 3 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Weather and many events at NAU
What business are you in? Retired banker
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience?
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Ya'all come
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. She will always be our Flag REALTOR.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 6
Culture 8 Traffic
Shopping 4 Friendly Folks 9
Restaurants 6 Things for kids to do
Things for adults to do 6 Affordability 5


Interview with Mike and Cathy
What brought you to Flagstaff? Change in employment for Mike
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? since July 1996
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The beauty of this area and easy access to hiking, camping, fishing, and all sorts of outdoor activities
What business are you in? Health care
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? After thirteen years of living in the desert, the first time it really snowed, we were amazed by the beauty the snowfall brought to the area, yet how quickly the snow can melt compared with other areas in the US.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Be sure you're moving for the RIGHT REASONS. If you enjoy the environment, a small-town atmosphere, and four seasons, this could be the place for you.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is the best. You had better grab her fast! She'll work extremely hard for you ensuring YOUR needs are met.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 10
Culture 8 Traffic
Shopping 7 Friendly Folks 10
Restaurants 9 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 3


Interview with Dave & Diane
What brought you to Flagstaff? Quality of life
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 8 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Change of seasons
What business are you in? Sales
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Hiking through the golden fall colored aspen leaves with our children.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Very friendly, great schools, clean environment
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. The experience with Nancy was very comfortable. She was helpful and expendient.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 10
Culture 6 Traffic
Shopping 7 Friendly Folks 10
Restaurants 10 Things for kids to do 10
Things for adults to do 10 Affordability 8


Interview with John & Lin
What brought you to Flagstaff? John wanted to return to school to obtain a certificate to teach.
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Having four seasons in the pines & mountains
What business are you in? Elementary teacher and NAU international office
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Seeing everyone we know at the County Fair
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? It's expensive and high paying jobs are scarce.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is EXCELLENT!!
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Air Quality 6 Recreation 9
Culture 10 Traffic
Shopping 3 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 4
Things for adults to do 5 Affordability 1


Interview with John & Kellie
What brought you to Flagstaff? Work / career
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Trees, summer climate, small townish/cityish
What business are you in? Engineer and homemaker
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Going for a walk through the new fallen snow at dawn or middle/late at night.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Do you like the outdoors? If so you'll love it here. Friendly and low crime.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is a go getter. Knows her stuff. Won't waste your time.
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 9
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 7 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 9 Things for kids to do 7
Things for adults to do 7 Affordability 2


Interview with Tim & Shona
What brought you to Flagstaff? Tim lived here before & loved it - the pine trees, beautiful scenery and friendly people
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? about 1 year
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Outdoor opportunities in the Peaks
What business are you in? Postal service and fashion coordinator
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Getting up early on Sunday morning the first day after monsoon season and hiking Bearjaw Abineau trail. Beautiful hike with fabulous views all the way to the Grand Canyon.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? The weather is fabulous. Even in winter, the sun comes out after it snows and it is beautiful
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Our experience with Nancy was (and still is) pleasurable and wonderful. She is courteous, caring, knowledgeable, conscientious and always has our best interests in mind
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 9
Culture 8 Traffic
Shopping 4 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do
Things for adults to do 5 Affordability 5


Interview with Jim and Sandi
What brought you to Flagstaff? Our kids told us to buy and move there
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 4 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The mountains and fresh air
What business are you in? House painting and cosmetology
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? The first snowfall of the season
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? You had better have a good job.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is great
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 8
Culture 3 Traffic
Shopping 4 Friendly Folks 3
Restaurants 6 Things for kids to do 5
Things for adults to do 5 Affordability 1


Interview with Dan & Vicki
What brought you to Flagstaff? Dan's job with U. S. Forest Service and NAU
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Sunny climate, skiing Snowbowl, seasons, mountains, snow, canyons, all the festivals and special events, clean air, good water, amateur theater, opportunities and NAU
What business are you in? Forestry research and pharmacy
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Our favorite experience is hiking into the Grand Canyon. Havasupai Canyon is very special because of its beauty, crystal clear waters, and lovely riparian areas.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Great place to live - best in the USA
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Excellent, superb service! Nancy is very patient and willing to consider each customer's needs
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Air Quality 8 Recreation 10
Culture 9 Traffic
Shopping 8 Friendly Folks 9
Restaurants 8 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 10 Affordability 5


Interview with Kent and Mari
What brought you to Flagstaff? Slow paced, clean life style
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 20 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Lifestyle
What business are you in? Health care
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience?
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff?
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is thorough, dedicated and very professional
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 6
Culture 3 Traffic
Shopping 3 Friendly Folks 6
Restaurants 5 Things for kids to do 3
Things for adults to do 6 Affordability 4


Interview with Pat & Brett
What brought you to Flagstaff? NAU
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Environment
What business are you in? Health care & education
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? The outdoors - hiking the Canyon, the Spectrum Series at NAU, seeing world class ballet, theater and music. The Book Festival!! Seeing Tony Morrison and Russell Banks.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? It is a fantastic place to live if you can find you can find your niche.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is excellent, more helpful than imaginable, understanding and caring. Couldn't have done it and wouldn't have found not just what we could afford but a place we love and are proud of. Nancy took time to learn who we were and what was important to us instead of pushing her agenda on us.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 10
Culture 10 Traffic 4
Shopping 8 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 10 Affordability 5


Interview with Dave
What brought you to Flagstaff? Parents chose Flagstaff to go to college
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? Since 1961
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Diversity of people, environment and climate. Relatively small population but services for large tourist base.
What business are you in? Computer programmer
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Treating friends visiting from New England to Saguaro Cactus, river swimming, mountain hiking, and a snowball fight all in the same day.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Cots of living is a little high compared to wages but the surroundings make it worth it.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy seems to know her busines, the market and puts in the time for her customers. She gave me a first look at the house I bought the day before it was officially listed and it wasn't her listing
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Air Quality 7 Recreation 8
Culture 6 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 8
Restaurants 6 Things for kids to do 6
Things for adults to do 6 Affordability 5


Interview with Michael & Janet
What brought you to Flagstaff? Job at NAU
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 23 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The weather and the Peaks
What business are you in? NAU Professors
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Skiing the inner basin on a powdery, full moon night, with lots of friends and plenty of hot chocolate.
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? If you are planning to buy a house in Flagstaff make sure you call Nancy Branham for your real estate needs.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is simply the best agen I have worked with; she is thorough, competant, willing to go the extra mile and pleasant to work with
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 9
Culture 3 Traffic
Shopping 2 Friendly Folks 7
Restaurants 8 Things for kids to do 5
Things for adults to do 6 Affordability 4


Interview with Earle
What brought you to Flagstaff? Job at NAU
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 32 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Casual living in a stunningly beautiful area
What business are you in? Retired
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Living here for 32 years
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Be prepared to accept and preserve Flagstaff - buy a preowned home
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is excellent
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Air Quality 8 Recreation 8
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 3 Friendly Folks 7
Restaurants 8 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 7


Interview with Craig
What brought you to Flagstaff? For those like me who need four seasons, I could think of no better area than Flagstaff for a year 'round home
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 3 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Just one favorite thing?? It's a nearly ideal sized city with a university and ideal climate - lots to do but no real traffic or congestion problems compared with the big cities.
What business are you in? National Park Service in Flagstaff, Alaska or wherever
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? The view from the top of Humphrey's Peak (or top of the Agassiz Skyride if you don't want to work for the view.)
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Come and visit for a summer and winter week before making the move. If you like it, you will never be able to enjoy the big city life again.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Excellent - I would recommend her in a flash to any friend or relative. She points out items of importance that the ordinary home-buyer would never think to contemplate
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 7
Culture 9 Traffic
Shopping 8 Friendly Folks 9
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 5


Interview with Craig and Kathy
What brought you to Flagstaff? We have both lived here since childhood
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 25 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The forest - just being able to take off in the woods
What business are you in? Construction and dental assistant
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Skiing Snowbowl as a family
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? It's a great place to raise kids
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. We were very pleased with how much Nancy helped us
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 6
Culture 6 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 9
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 5
Things for adults to do 6 Affordability 3


Interview with Karla
What brought you to Flagstaff? Promotion
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Outdoor activities
What business are you in? Legal assistant
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? Hiking
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? Have a job first.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Excellent but she works too hard and since I am now her friend I don't get to see her enough.
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 9
Culture 6 Traffic
Shopping 2 Friendly Folks 6
Restaurants 6 Things for kids to do 6
Things for adults to do 8 Affordability 2


Interview with Christina
What brought you to Flagstaff? Employment
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 2 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Close proximity to hiking trails and the overarching native American influence, from historical to present
What business are you in? Natural resources
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? The joy of seeing the magnificent stars on the first night in my new home
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff?
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Absolutely terrific. Not only did she find a home for me that fit my needs and personality, but she kept a close eye to important details on my behalf, during the negotiation and escrow periods.
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 9
Culture 8 Traffic
Shopping 8 Friendly Folks 10
Restaurants Things for kids to do 10
Things for adults to do 10 Affordability 8


Interview with Victoria
What brought you to Flagstaff?
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 5 years
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? The outdoor life, and the extraordinarily beautiful surroundings. Also, the increasingly rich cultural life - incredible range of events at low or no cost.
What business are you in? Education
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience?
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? There is a reason few people ever leave. It is a great place to live and getting better all the time.
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Nancy is the best. Intelligent, professional, personable, knowledgeable, energetic, creative, honest AND loves her work.
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Air Quality 9 Recreation 10
Culture 7 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 9
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 8
Things for adults to do 9 Affordability 1


Interview with Client's of Nancy
What brought you to Flagstaff? Jobs and the university
How long have you lived in Flagstaff? 15
What is your favorite thing about Flagstaff? Still small town feel, the mountains and the snow
What business are you in? Professional
Can you relate a favorite Flagstaff experience? How about the snow this April
What would you say to people considering a move to Flagstaff? I tell people it is expensive, but beautiful
Comments about your real estate experience with Nancy Branham. Excellent - Nancy is very professional and up front about all activities
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Air Quality 10 Recreation 10
Culture 5 Traffic
Shopping 5 Friendly Folks 10
Restaurants 7 Things for kids to do 10
Things for adults to do 10 Affordability 3





Nancy Branham and John Wason
Quality Service Real Estate Agents
   with RE/MAX Peak Properties
717 W. Riordan Rd., Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Direct line: (928) 226-8696
Office line: (928) 214-7325
Fax: (928) 214-7333
Contact Nancy and John
(Each office independently owned and operated.)