Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on.
Sellers tend to worry a cut means walking away with less than they hoped. Sometimes that’s true, but more often it just means the market moved faster than the listing did.
Buyers, for their part, often assume a cut means something’s wrong with the house. Most of the time, that’s not it.
This is what's actually driving all those price cuts, and why it matters no matter which side of the deal you're on.
42% of Homes for Sale Are Now Carrying a Price Cut
According to HousingWire Data, the share of sellers cutting their asking price has climbed every month for 7 straight months (see chart below):













 









 
 













Today, more than 4 in 10 active listings have had at least 1 price cut, and the typical seller is cutting about $17,5 ...

???? THINKING ABOUT INVESTING IN MULTI-FAMILY REAL ESTATE IN ARIZONA?

When most people think about real estate investing, they think about buying one house and renting it out.

But there’s another strategy worth looking at...

MULTI-FAMILY REAL ESTATE. ??

Duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and larger apartment properties can offer investors the opportunity to build a portfolio while creating multiple potential income streams from one property.

Some of the things investors like about multi-family properties include:

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And here's something I really like about the strategy...

You don't necessarily have to start with a 20-unit apartment building.

A duplex or fourplex can be an entry point for someone who wants to begin building a real ...

?? Top New Home Builders to Know Around Phoenix


Taylor Morrison — One of the Valley’s largest builders, with a broad selection of communities and price points.


Lennar — Huge Phoenix-Metro presence and a wide range of new-home communities.


Richmond American Homes — Strong selection throughout the Valley with a variety of floor plans.


Meritage Homes — Known for energy-efficient designs and a strong production-home presence.


Toll Brothers — A great builder to investigate if you're looking for higher-end and luxury new construction.


Pulte Homes — Major builder with communities across multiple Valley markets.


Fulton Homes — Arizona-based builder with a long history in the Valley.


D.R. Horton — One of the largest builders nationally, with significant Phoenix-area activity.


Shea Homes — Particularly worth a look for buyers interested in lifestyle-oriented and higher-end communities. ...

???? THINKING ABOUT BUYING A BRAND-NEW HOME IN ARIZONA?

There’s something pretty exciting about walking into a home that nobody has ever lived in before.

? Brand-new kitchen? New appliances? New flooring? Energy-efficient features? New HVAC? Modern floor plans? New warranties? No previous homeowner projects!

And Arizona has new home communities popping up all over the Valley, from Phoenix and Ahwatukee to Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, Mesa, Buckeye, Goodyear, Surprise and Maricopa.

But here's something I tell buyers...

?? DON'T ASSUME YOU HAVE TO USE THE BUILDER'S REALTOR.

The builder has a sales representative working for the builder.

You can have your own Realtor representing YOU.

And having your own agent can be especially helpful when you're comparing communities, negotiating incentives, reviewing upgrades, understanding the purchase contract, navigating inspections and evaluating the home beyond the shiny model home.

Because here's the other th ...

How to Sell a Home in Arizona: A Step-by-Step Guide
Selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make, and having the right strategy can make a major difference. Whether you’re selling a home in Ahwatukee, Phoenix, Chandler, Maricopa, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, or throughout the Phoenix metro area, understanding the home-selling process can help you make confident decisions and maximize your results.
1. Determine Your Home’s Market Value
The first step in selling your home is understanding what it is actually worth in today’s market. Pricing your home correctly requires more than looking at what your neighbor’s house sold for.
A professional Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) considers recent comparable sales, current competition, location, condition, upgrades, lot size, and current buyer demand.
Overpricing can cause your home to sit on the market, while underpricing could leave money on the table.
2. Choose the Right Realtor ...