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Market Update- May 2025


Are Homes Overvalued in Greater Phoenix?
Only 6 Cities Left in Seller’s Markets

For Buyers
In April, there was a crisis of “crisis” headlines, spurred by unexpected tariffs and market volatility. The end result was mortgage rates rising from 6.6% …

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Bad Jimmy’s

7620 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale | badjimmys.com

Bad Jimmy’s Burgers & Cocktails in South Scottsdale did not disappoint! The smash burger was insanely good, the soft bun, juicy beef, melty cheese, and that “not-so-secret” sauce hits the spot when …

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Desert Exchange

Early in the pandemic days I met Michelle and Joey, a couple from Los Angeles, at one of my favorite listings, The Onyx House. Dipping their toes into valley real estate and trying out the potential move, the Onyx …

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De Babel

14884 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale | de-babel.com

If you’re seeking an exceptional Mediterranean dining experience in Scottsdale, Arizona, look no further than De Babel. At De Babel, authenticity meets hospitality. The restaurant prides itself on using the finest ingredients, ensuring …

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Sala Thai

10880 N 32nd St, Phoenix | salathaiaz.com

Looking for your favorite new Thai spot? Sala Thai in the popular Sheaborhood will not disappoint. Our order included the Pad Thai with chicken, spicy 4, yellow curry with chicken, spicy 4, the …

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Market Update- January 2025

Home Prices Rose 4.7% … Or Did They?
What was Hot in December, and What Was Not…

For Buyers:
Buyer’s season has begun and new listings for January are the strongest Greater Phoenix has seen since 2020. New listings waned …

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Market Update- December 24

Predictions for 2025, What to Expect in Q1
It’s a Buyer’s Market, Will Prices Drop?
For Buyers:
The buyer’s market in Greater Phoenix is still young at just over 5 weeks old, but isn’t getting worse thanks to supply stabilizing …

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The 5 Adjustments that SOLD this House!

When we were contacted by the property owners, their listing had just expired, they had already been on the market for over 120 days, had cut their price, and were at a loss for what to do next to sell …

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Market Update- November 24

You May Be a First-Time Homebuyer and Not Know It
Greater Phoenix is a Buyer’s Market Again, For Now

For Buyers:
Newsweek released an article on November 6th announcing that the average age of a first-time homebuyer is now 38 …

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Andreoli Italian Grocer

8880 E Vi­a Linda, Scottsdale | andreoli-grocer.com

If you find yourself in North Scottsdale running errands, shopping, or back from a hike- stop in Andreoli Italian Grocer for some of the valley’s most authentic home-style Italian. Try the prosciutto sandwich …

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Market Update- October 24

Federal Reserve Drops their Rate, Buyer Contracts Increase in September
Mixed Emotions for Housing on Positive Jobs Reports

For Buyers:
For the first time all year, listings under contract are higher than they were last year at this time. Over …

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Market Update- September 24

Sellers Get Off the Fence as Mortgage Rates Continue to Drop
Why Recessions are Good for Most Home Buyers, but Not All

For Buyers:
It may be hard to believe, but recessions are historically the beginning of a turnaround for …

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