If you’ve ever considered buying a new construction home in Queen Creek or San Tan Valley, I’m sure you’ve noticed that there are several challenges for commuters. Enter, the exciting infrastructure project that will delight any QC or STV homeowner: State Route 24, the Gateway Freeway. — New Construction Advantage Discount — SR 24 is… Read More
Best Cities
Not the List Price — Here’s What Actually Matters when Buying New Construction
Best Cities for Builder Incentives: Walk into almost any new-home sales office in the East Valley right now, and the conversation isn’t really about price. It’s about the payment. Builders across Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, and San Tan Valley are leaning hard on financing incentives to move inventory. At the end of the day, understanding… Read More
Gilbert New Construction – Why Resale Homes Might Beat New Right Now
With diminished inventory of resale homes on the market during the first half of 2026, New Construction had been a slightly more attractive option for home buyers. Builders seized the opportunity to offer lots of attractive perks. I’m always saying that the market fluctuates daily and so we’ve seen that shift happen rather quickly with… Read More
How does Your Cost of Living Compare?
I think we can all agree that the cost of living everywhere is out of control, but some U.S. cities are being hit harder than others. GoBankRate.com did a study to determine which 5 US cities were experiencing the most dramatic cost increases. The results of their study below does not include any Arizona cities… Read More
Phoenix Valley Home for Rent in “the country”!
It’s hard to avoid the city feel here in the Phoenix Valley, convenience is clearly our thing. But if you’re looking for something quieter, a more idyllic lifestyle, one of the best places to find convenience with a distinctly rural atmosphere is Florence, Arizona. Surrounded by farms and open spaces, the Magma Ranch community in… Read More
7 of the Best Places if You Love the Outdoors
Just Outside the Phoenix Valley, Arizona Few people realize that from anywhere in the Metropolitan Phoenix area and in any direction, you are less than an hour away from gorgeous back-country wilderness and outdoor recreation. And in fact, the city of Phoenix itself offers one of the best inner-city hiking experiences in the country! The… Read More
Price Reduced in Popular 55+ Community
Recently reduced, this 3 Bedroom home in a popular, Mesa active adult community is a great value! Dreamland Villa offers tons of great amenities, and a well-run association, and best of all, fees are OPTIONAL!! Choose from their long list of available activities. The location couldn’t be more convenient! Easy access to Rts 60 and… Read More
Gilbert Among Best Cities for Veterans
Gilbert Arizona has collected more than a few “best cities” designations over the years, which probably accounts for the constant influx of people relocating here to the East Valley. Among Gilbert’s more significant awards are Best Cities for Early Retirement, Best City to Raise a Family, Smart Cities North America Finalist and for two years… Read More
Real Estate as Investment Part III: Top Cities for Renters
Nothing is truer than the cliched catchphrase”Real Estate is all about location, location, location”. And in no case is this more valid than when you’re investing in rental properties. Some states, regions and even specific neighborhoods are more ‘rentable’ than others and before you drop even a dime on a downpayment you need to know… Read More
Gilbert AZ Tops List of Best Places to Live
It comes as no surprise to us that Gilbert placed number one- the best place to live, in AZBigMedia‘s most recent edition of ‘Ranking Arizona’. Gilbert has long been one of Arizona’s fastest growing communities, indeed Gilbert as ‘the nation’s largest small town’ and home to around 272,000 residents, has managed to maintain its homey,… Read More

