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By Chris Dunham, The Real Estate Guy™
(Brokers Hub Realty)
In Arizona real estate, the Inspection Period, also known as the Due Diligence period is one of the most critical phases of the home buying process. This is the buyer’s opportunity to fully investigate the property beyond what’s visible at a showing. Once under contract, buyers typically have a defined number of days to conduct inspections, review disclosures, evaluate the condition of the home, and determine whether they want to move forward, renegotiate, or cancel without penalty.During the Inspection Period, buyers can order professional inspections such as home, termite, roof, sewer, pool, HVAC, and more. This is also when buyers review seller disclosures, HOA documents, permits, and any material facts related to the property. If issues are discovered, buyers may request repairs, as...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🐈Tango, Trey, and Tom Boy 3-5-26☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email BrianI know that there are many cat lovers in the Rain, so now you can follow the adventures of Tango, Trey, and Tom Boy if you love pictures of cats!  I welcome everyone to share photos of your cats along with your comments.☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Water in the Phoenix metro? Yes, if you live in the neighborhoods of Arcadia and the site of Arizona Falls and Arizona's first Hydro Power Plant.Water in the Desert (photo: Arek Socha, Pixabay)  Phoenix homes for sale with lush greenery and upscale neighborhoods, south of Camelback Mountain. Where? Read on to find out about Arizona Falls and Arcadia...   Arcadia homes are just south of local landmark Camelback Mountain.  YES! Arcadia a large neighborhood(s) in the desert city of the Phoenix Arizona and characterized with homes with green grass, canals, irrigation and a waterfall. Yes, you heard correctly, grass in a city that only gets 7 inches of rain each year. The neighborhoods of Arcadia are irrigated off of the expansive canal system in Arizona. You may want to consider buying a h...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
👩‍3-4-26 Photo from Trish☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email BrianI miss Trish's photos of the Arizona landscape, but she is still photographing wonderful things from her home in Ohio.  I hope that you will enjoy them too!  For those of you who haven't followed my blog over the years, Trish used to be my photographer for listings, but she has been retired for quite a while.  Her prowess with photography will never be retired, though!!!☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
A Man needs a MAN CAVE and A Wife needs a home. What to do? You know what they say, "Happy Wife, Happy Life". In the Phoenix area, we have homes for the both of you right here! Read on...A place for your tools, that old rocker recliner your wife wants to throw away, big screen TV, pool table, sports memories along with your beer fridge, but sweetie does not want any of it in the house? Where to put it? YOUR MAN CAVE or in the RV Garage! Where else?Your space for Big Screen TV, Beer Fridge and STUFF in the MAN CAVE (by Mode21 from Pixabay)Here are my TOP TEN reasons to buy a home with a MAN CAVE. Coming in at #3 on my list, is "Place For Your Big Screen TV and Beer Fridge".Big Screen TV in the MAN CAVE! Nice! (Photo: Pixabay)I am thinking of ways for you to consider buying a home with a ...
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By Shirley Coomer, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty, Phoenix Az
(Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living)
Most of us have shown homes in Mountain Park Ranch where buyers focus on list price and condition, only to hesitate once HOA structure enters the conversation. In master planned communities across Ahwatukee and the broader Phoenix housing market, the fee itself is rarely the issue. It is the structure, reserves, and layered governance that shape buyer perception.In 2026, the Mountain Park Ranch master assessment is $219 semi annually, due January 1 and July 1. On paper, that equals $36.50 per month. In isolation, that number feels modest. In context, it becomes part of a broader value equation that influences how buyers compare neighborhoods across the Phoenix market.As practitioners, we know the monthly figure is only the starting point. The real conversation is about structureMountain...
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By AZ / FL Mortgage Broker: Michael George, Providing low rates on purchase & refinance loans.
(Mortgage Broker)
I have a bunch of ideas for posts and I wanted my first one "back" to be a good one. I searched Google to make sure there were no other posts on Active Rain about this topic. Can I say "firsties"? Seriously though: I love this free software that I am writing about today. If you use WordPress, of course there is a plugin.What is a Decision Tree / Funnel?It's a chatbot that's not really a bot at all (but then again, sometimes it is).It's more of a flow chart that will lead someone down a path- also known as a "sales funnel" in one neat container on your website. This easy-to-use automation can greet your clients and funnel them right into your waiting arms. 🤗How it works is pretty simple: somebody lands on your page and it looks like they are presented with some choices. No pressure, not ...
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By Deb Dahlberg - Rowland, Bastrop and Fayette County Realtor
(ASK FOR DEB! Stanberry Realtors)
1-Acre Irrigated Horse Property For Sale in Litchfield Park, Arizona – $760,000 Well… this one is extra special to me. 💛Kellar — an APHA gelding that I bred — is selling his current stall, barn, and owner’s home in beautiful Litchfield Park!Side note for my horse friends… Kellar  shown in the feature image in his stall - is almost an exact twin of my old show horse Jigsaw. Same look, same presence, same heart. Seeing him settled in a property like this just makes my breeder heart proudKellar.JigsawThe Property – 1 Acre Irrigated Horse Setup in the West ValleyOffered For Sale By Owner at $760,000, this fully set-up 1-acre irrigated horse property sits in a private West Valley community with convenient access to Loop 303, Northern Parkway, and Grand Ave (US 60). Enjoy events at Westgate a...
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By Todd Bogert, Need help with your Real Estate site?
(Smart Agent Tech)
Buying New Construction in Abel Ranch, Goodyear: Why You Need a REALTOR® by Your SideThe Critical Mistake That Could Cost You Thousands—And How to Avoid ItThere's something truly exciting about buying a brand-new home in Abel Ranch. You're imagining pristine countertops you'll be the first to touch, selecting finishes that perfectly match your style, and creating memories in a home built exactly to your specifications. The model homes are stunning, the sales agents are friendly and helpful, and the process seems straightforward.But here's what most buyers don't realize until it's too late: that friendly builder sales agent works for the builder—not for you. And walking into an Abel Ranch model home without your own representation can cost you tens of thousands of dollars in lost negotia...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
💥85233 Housing Headlines - 2-27-26 ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian ️Not only is Gilbert a thriving business community, but its access to a nationally ranked public school system, an abundance of family-friendly activities, and over 300 days of sunshine per year make Gilbert a sought-after place to call home in Arizona and the Southwest United States.  The 85233 zip code area of Gilbert borders the 85234 zip code area and also borders Mesa and Chandler. Downtown Gilbert is located within the 85233 zip code. Downtown Gilbert is known by the locals as the Heritage District. It is now a collection of over 30 restaurants in a fun and vibrant space, adding some of the top restaurants in the metro Phoenix food scene to the be...
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By Shirley Coomer, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty, Phoenix Az
(Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living)
Historic districts are not just charming neighborhoods.When buyers talk about Phoenix historic districts, the conversation usually starts with architecture and tree-lined streets. As agents, we know the real conversation is more layered than that.Historic designation affects renovation timelines, inspection strategy, pricing psychology, and even buyer profile. If we treat these homes like any other resale property, we miss the leverage and the risk embedded in the designation itself.Phoenix currently has 36 residential historic districts on the Phoenix Historic Property Register, plus additional non-residential districts and individually designated properties. Not every older home qualifies. Not every charming street carries overlay zoning. That distinction matters in practice. Designat...
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By Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ, HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN
(Value Added Service, 602-620-2699)
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🐈Tango, Trey, and Tom Boy 2-26-26☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email BrianI know that there are many cat lovers in the Rain, so now you can follow the adventures of Tango, Trey, and Tom Boy if you love pictures of cats!  I welcome everyone to share photos of your cats along with your comments.☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian
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By Todd Bogert, Need help with your Real Estate site?
(Smart Agent Tech)
The Ultimate Goodyear Neighborhood Guide: Where to Buy Based on Your Lifestyle, Budget, and Family NeedsA Local Expert's Inside Look at Every Major Goodyear NeighborhoodChoosing the right Goodyear neighborhood is about far more than finding a house you like. It's about matching your lifestyle, budget, commute, family dynamics, and long-term goals to a community where you'll actually thrive—not just survive.I've walked every major Goodyear neighborhood countless times. I know which communities have the best schools, where traffic gets brutal, which HOAs are well-managed versus nightmares, where young families congregate, and which pockets are appreciating fastest. This isn't information you'll find on Zillow or in builder marketing materials—it's insider knowledge that only comes from ye...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
💥To Do List ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian️Moving into a new home? Here’s a checklist to help you stay organized and tackle the essentials before settling in. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
👩‍2-25-26 Photo from Trish☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email BrianI miss Trish's photos of the Arizona landscape, but she is still photographing wonderful things from her home in Ohio.  I hope that you will enjoy them too!  For those of you who haven't followed my blog over the years, Trish used to be my photographer for listings, but she has been retired for quite a while.  Her prowess with photography will never be retired, though!!!☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian
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By Todd Bogert, Need help with your Real Estate site?
(Smart Agent Tech)
New Construction vs. Resale Homes in Goodyear: A Complete Buyer's GuidePros, Cons, and Real Cost Analysis to Help You Make the Right ChoiceOne of the first decisions Goodyear homebuyers face is whether to purchase new construction or a resale home. On the surface, it seems straightforward: new construction means pristine and modern, while resale means established and potentially more affordable. But the reality is far more nuanced—and making the wrong choice can cost you tens of thousands of dollars or leave you with a home that doesn't fit your lifestyle.I've guided hundreds of Goodyear buyers through this decision, and I've seen both choices work beautifully—and both backfire spectacularly—depending on the buyer's priorities, timeline, and understanding of true costs. The "right" choi...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
💥Flexible Wish List ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian ️A flexible wish list can unlock doors you never thought possible. Focus on what truly matters, compromise on what you can change later, and watch your options expand.  To read the full article...  Click HERE. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro area - Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale, Apache Junction, and Gold Canyon☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian
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By Todd Bogert, Need help with your Real Estate site?
(Smart Agent Tech)
Why Goodyear Is Arizona's Hottest Real Estate Market in 2026: Data, Trends, and Investment OpportunitiesThe Growth Story Nobody Saw Coming—And Why Smart Buyers Are Paying Attention NowTwenty years ago, Goodyear was a quiet agricultural community with cotton fields, a small-town feel, and not much else. Fast forward to 2026, and it's become one of Arizona's most sought-after addresses—a thriving city of over 100,000 residents with world-class amenities, major corporate investments, and home values that consistently outpace the Phoenix metro average.If you're wondering whether Goodyear's growth story is sustainable or if you've missed the opportunity, the data tells a compelling story: This isn't just another suburban boom destined to bust. Goodyear's transformation is backed by economic ...
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