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The Hidden Treasures of Retirement in Arizona

Arizona has long enjoyed appeal as a snowbird haven but more and more frequently retirees are regarding Arizona’s low cost of living, climate and availability of services as motivation to retire here. In the Phoenix metro area, Active Adult communities are abundant and well appointed with homes available in every price range. But whether or… Read More

3-Year-Old, 4-Bedroom Home For Sale in Florence, Arizona

Midway between Phoenix and Tucson, Florence is a more affordable East Valley option for home buyers, and is about to become so much more convenient as State Rt. 24 is scheduled to reach Ironwood Drive by Fall of 2022. This fantastic split floor plan offers four bedrooms and two full baths. The kitchen is lovely,… Read More

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A New High Point for the U.S. Housing Market

As you read on, statistics from Zillow will indicate that the country’s housing market has reached a critical juncture. Record values have been documented from coast to coast and you can find the 10 highest valued U.S. real estate markets listed below. Meanwhile, I’ve acquired some data from the experts at ASU on the state… Read More

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Infographic: Does the Gender Pay-Gap Price Single Females Out of the Home Buying Market?

Infographic: Does the Gender Pay-Gap Price Single Females Out of the Home Buying Market? Of the single home-buyers I’ve dealt with over the past several years, I would estimate that 80% were female. My personal statistics do not square with the national average. On the other hand, Real Estate is still very reasonably priced in… Read More

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Urban Land Institute Report: The Suburbs Are the New City

Urban Land Institute Report: The Suburbs Are the New City. Metropolitan areas were, for a long stretch, the ‘place to be’ for convenience, accessibility, and amenities. But suburban communities are growing at a remarkable rate. Does this indicate a shift in priorities? It could be that public transportation is spreading further from the city, and… Read More