Markets Market Summary for the Beginning of December 2025ut first…….. As the year comes to a close, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to every client I’ve had the privilege to serve— past, present, and future. Your trust in me is the greatest gift.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  May your home be filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments this holiday season. […]
Buying Most Experts Are Not Worried About a Recession Homebuyers are watching the economy closely, and for good reason. Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases most people ever make. And some recession talk in the media has made a lot of would-be buyers second guess their plans. In the latest LendingTree survey, almost 2 in 3 Americans said they think a […]
Selling The Top 2 Things Homeowners Need To Know Before Selling Here’s something you should know before you sell your house. The homeowners who win in today’s market aren’t the ones waiting it out or stepping back. They’re the ones who adapt from the start. A number of homeowners this year didn’t get the outcome they wanted. But it’s not because something’s wrong with the market. […]
Buying The Housing Market Is Turning a Corner Going into 2026 After several years of high mortgage rates and hesitation from buyers, momentum is quietly building beneath the surface of the housing market. Sellers are reappearing. Buyers are re-engaging. And for the first time in what feels like forever, there’s movement happening again. No, it’s not a surge. But it is a shift – and it’s […]
Markets Phoenix Mid Nov Market Update from Shawn 2025 As we approach the holiday season, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to all of my clients—past, present, and future. Your trust and support mean the world to me, and it’s truly a privilege to assist you in making one of the most important decisions of your life. Wishing you and […]
Selling How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the Finish Line If there was one simple step that could help make your home sale a seamless process, wouldn’t you want to know about it? There’s a lot that happens from the time your house goes under contract to closing day. And a few things still have to go right for the deal to go through. But […]
Mortgage Rates Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . . […]
Markets Market Summary for the Beginning of November 2025 Hello to all my fans!  Here we are well into the 4th quarter —where are things going? Here are the basics – the ARMLS numbers for November 1, 2025 compared with November 1, 2024 for all areas & types: Active Listings: 29,052 versus 24,127 last year – up 20% – and up 5.4% compared with 27,567 […]
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Markets Market Summary for the Beginning of October 2025 “Downward pricing pressure is likely to persist through the end of the year unless interest rates experience a significant decline. There was a 2-week uptick in buyer traffic and sales in September, as rates came down to the 6% range for conventional loans and 5.5% for VA & FHA loans. Since then, the rates have […]
Buying History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers Sept 2025 History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers Now that the market is slowing down, homeowners who haven’t sold at the price they were hoping for are increasingly pulling their homes off the market. According to the latest data from Realtor.com, the number of homeowners taking their homes off the market is up 38% since the […]
Buying Market Summary for the Beginning of August 2025 Hello to all my fans….. Here are the basics – the ARMLS numbers for September 1, 2025 compared with September 1, 2024 for all areas & types: Active Listings: 23,238 versus 18,430 last year – up 28% – but down 2.2% from 24,091 last month Under Contract Listings (including Pending): 7,260 versus 6,658 last year – […]
Buying Selling and Buying at the Same Time? Here’s What You Need To Know If you’re a homeowner planning to move, you’re probably wondering what the process is going to look like and what you should tackle first: Is it better to start by finding your next home? Or should you sell your current house before you go out looking? Ultimately, what’s right for you depends on a lot […]
Selling The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High 8.2025 The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High When selling your house, the price you choose isn’t just a number, it’s a strategy. And in today’s market, that strategy needs to be sharp. The number of homes for sale is climbing. And that means buyers have more choices and can be more selective. If […]
My Monthly Market Summary Market Summary for the Beginning of August 2025 Here are the basics – the ARMLS numbers for August 1, 2025 compared with August 1, 2024 for all areas & types: Active Listings: 24,091 versus 17,484 last year – up 38% – but down 6.2% from 25,683 last month Under Contract Listings (including Pending) 7,369 versus 7,287 last year – up 1.1% – but down […]
Buying What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today 2025   If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is starting to get a bit more achievable, but lending standards are still strong.   Continue Reading
Buying Think No One’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again. 2025 July   If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are down compared to last year, you might be thinking – is it even a good time to sell?   Continue Reading
My Monthly Market Summary July Phoenix Housing Market Update 2025 Market Summary for the Beginning of July Here are the basics – the ARMLS numbers for July 1, 2025 compared with July 1, 2024 for all areas & types: Active Listings: 25,683 versus 18,121 last year – up 42% – but down 3.4% from 26,580 last month Under Contract Listings: 7,702 versus 7,402 last year – […]
Markets Phoenix Housing Market Report for May 1, 2025 Our markets have taken a downturn, and I expect downward pressure to persist at least through the 4th quarter. This, however, presents a great opportunity for homebuyers who have been waiting for more favorable terms and better pricing. As the economy slows, interest rates should ease, providing further benefits for homebuyers. Now is the time […]
Markets Phoenix Housing Market Update May 1, 2025 Our markets have taken a downturn, and I expect downward pressure to persist at least through the 4th quarter. This, however, presents a great opportunity for homebuyers who have been waiting for more favorable terms and better pricing. As the economy slows, interest rates should ease, providing further benefits for homebuyers. Now is the time […]
My Monthly Market Summary Market Summary for the Beginning of April 2025 Here are the basics – the ARMLS numbers for April 1, 2025 compared with April 1, 2024 for all areas & types: Active Listings: 24,990 versus 17,025 last year – up 47% – and up 4.4% from 23,934 last month Pending Listings: 5,278 versus 5,185 last year – up 1.8% – and up 5% from 5,028 […]