Arizona, You Googled this question and we have the answer

Urban dictionary defines Google as “the holy mother of all search engines”. While the definition is a bit colorful it does not fall far from the mark. Whenever someone has a question you will undoubtedly hear someone suggest they “Google it”. So, what is the most Googled question in Arizona?  Read on to find out.

Estately is a real estate site that helps consumers find information on real estate markets including walkscores and local schools. They compiled a list of the questions each state Googles more than any other. Some of these are predictable and others a bit obscure. We have listed the ones for Arizona in an attempt to answer them for you.

• How to make horchata?

  • This recipe is easily googled but to be sure you get the correct recipe, insert the word “traditional”. This creamy vanilla blended drink contains rice! Click here for the recipe.

 

• How to use Skype?

  • ASK A TEENAGER! Seriously, the best way to learn how to use any social media is to ask a teenager. However, if you want to maintain your DIY independence, here’s how.
    • Step 1: Install Skype. Skype is a free app for both Android and iOS devices.
    • Step 2: Set up Skype. Android: Once Skype for Android is installed, tap on the app to open it. You will need to register for an account, or login if already registered. Then, you will be prompted to sync your account with your phone contacts. DO THIS. After you have synced your contacts you can easily call them from within the app.

 

• How to call Mexico?

  • This is a bit involved but just follow the steps as outlined in wikihow here. You have to dial several digits to get out of the country and if you are calling a cell phone there is an extra step so be sure you know if you are calling a landline or cell phone.

 

• How to become a notary?

  • To become a notary in Arizona you can visit this link. The steps are as follows
    

    1) Answer some basic questions about yourself.

    2) Obtain a $5,000 bond.

    3) Complete and submit an application with bond and filing fee.

    4) Receive Secretary of State certification.

    5) Obtain a notary seal and log book.

  • The qualifications for becoming a notary are as follows:
    • You must be an Arizona resident.
    • At least 18 years of age.
    • Able to read and write English.
    • US citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States.
    • Not have a conviction for a felony unless civil rights have been restored, or a conviction of a lesser offense involving moral turpitude or of a nature that is incompatible with the duties of a notary public.

 

• How to become a pilot?

  • This is more involved than calling Mexico! Again, we refer to wikihow who has collected a vast amount of information that should answer your questions. Becoming a pilot is not an easy undertaking. Good luck on your journey. Click here to takeoff.

 

• How to fix a running toilet?

  • The following steps are from “This Old House”. Watch their video here.
    • 1 Turn off the water at toilet’s shut-off valve.
      2 Remove the rubber flapper from flush valve inside the tank.
      3 Inspect flapper for damage or discoloration.
      4 Check location of float on chain; adjust float to height of water level.
      5 If adjusting float doesn’t solve problem, or if there is no float, install a new flapper.
      6 Flush toilet and check to ensure new flapper creates watertight seal with flush valve.

 

• How to get skinny?

  • We must be honest. The secret is to burn more calories than you intake. Whether you do it by diet or exercise the math is the same. One caveat, be happy with who you are first and then work toward being healthy. Attitude is everything.

 

• How to sell a house?

  • This one was tailor made for us. The answer to this is the simplest of all. Call 480-326-6521 and ask for Pete Baldwin.

 

• How to day drink?

  • This question is easy also. Ice Tea, Soda, Coffee!!! For those expecting a different answer, sorry.

 

• How to join the Illuminati?

  • This one falls into the category of obscure questions and quite frankly am unsure how it became a top Googled question. Here’s the best 2 answers. You choose one. Your guess is as good as ours. Either way, you can’t join.
    1. It’s a SECRET SOCIETY! You can’t find it to join it.
    2. It’s not real.

 

Thank you for taking the time to read to the end Arizona. We hope we have shed some light on these topics that have perplexed our beautiful state. Our agents are here to help at any time if you have real estate questions. We offer concierge style real estate services. What is that? Call us and let us show you.