Bed, Bath & Beyond...Realty??? 🧐

I’ll be honest, I got super burned out on sending newsletters a few months ago. I have five that I was publishing on a regular basis, plus two others I publish¹ for friends of mine. Life & my businesses got super busy and it was just too much. So I took a break, which was amazing.

But, I must say I missed sending out newsletters each week, and now I’m back. Thank you for reading these silly emails…🙏

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Have a great weekend!

I have my license with My Home Group Real Estate, LLC, and it has primarily been a local brokerage, but last year they partnered with Fathom Realty which has a national footprint.

Yesterday, Bed Bath & Beyond, yes, the home goods company, announced they would be acquiring Fathom Realty, in an effort to create a more broad ecosystem for people purchasing homes, & beyond!! It is still a little unclear what this means for potential consumers, but I don’t think we’ll be mailing out 20% coupons.

The image above was the best meme I have seen on the topic so far.

More honesty, rates have gotten hammered since I last sent you this newsletter. The mess in Iran had just started, and it was begging to impact mortgage interest rates. They went from nudging under 6% to approaching 6.75% recently. There is hope that the official end to the conflict in Iran may help rates get better. We’ll see…

Curious what your rate would be in today’s market? Reach out to my lending partner, Aaron Alvarez with West American Mortgage, at (602) 705-9835.

As I mentioned, I’ve been crazy busy with my real estate business, which has led to some great new listings, some of which have already sold or gone under contract.

4644 N. 22nd Street, Unit 2025, is in the heart of Central Phoenix & near Biltmore and all of the amenities that make this area so desirable. It has been recently remodeled and has two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.

Listed at $350,000 and you can see all the info at 22ndStreetUnit2025.com

6903 W. Kimberly Way, Glendale, AZ 85308. This home has brand new kitchen, new flooring on the first floor and new vanities in all of the bathrooms. It is located on the 15th hole of Arrowhead Country Club.

Listed at $775,000 and we had interest from multiple buyers. 6903kimberly.com

7396 W. Taro Lane, Glendale, AZ 85308. This starter home had been a rental for over 15 years, and some fresh paint and new carpet made it a great deal under $500k, which has become hard to find in Arrowhead Ranch.

Sold at $490,000

A lot of areas in the North Peoria & Glendale have become quite pricey, but that doesn’t mean there are not homes out there which are still quite affordable. This home in Camino A Lago near Deer Valley & Lake Pleasant Parkway is listed for just $339k.

See all the details & pics here.

Property listed by Scott Curtis with Realty ONE Group

Referrals are the backbone of any realtors business, and mine is no different. Many of you have sent your friends & family my way over the years, and it is always fun to get that call ‘they said you’re the best, so I’m calling to get your help!’

If you know anyone thinking of buying or selling in 2026, I’d love the opportunity to connect with them and see how I can help.

Is there anything better than a view? Luxury homes can be amazing inside, with all sorts of amenities. But what truly sets them apart from other homes, is the view.

I usually preview the view OF the mountains, instead of the view FROM the mountains, but wow, this home in DC Ranch has spectacular views of most of the valley.

It also has the cool stuff you’ll find in most luxury homes, and it should for $24.5 million!!

See all of the details & photos here.

Property listed by Michelle Meglio Macklin with Apex Properties

One of Arizona's most fascinating natural wonders isn't a canyon, a river, or even a desert. It's a series of mountains that scientists call "Sky Islands."

When most people think of Arizona, they picture saguaros, rocky deserts, and triple-digit temperatures. But drive into southern Arizona and you'll find something surprising: mountain ranges covered in oak woodlands, pine forests, and even aspens.

These isolated mountain ranges are known as Sky Islands because they rise above the surrounding desert much like islands rising from the ocean.

The concept is simple. The valleys between the mountains are hot and dry, while the higher elevations are cooler and wetter. As a result, each mountain range becomes its own unique ecosystem.

What's remarkable is how quickly the landscape changes. At the base of a Sky Island, you might be surrounded by saguaros and cactus. An hour later, after climbing several thousand feet, you could be standing in a pine forest where temperatures are 20 degrees cooler.

Some of Arizona's best-known Sky Islands include the Santa Catalina Mountains near Tucson, the Chiricahua Mountains in southeastern Arizona, and the Santa Rita Mountains, home to the famous jaguar known as "El Jefe."

The Sky Islands are also one of the most biologically diverse regions in North America. Black bears, mountain lions, coatimundis, elk, and hundreds of bird species all call these mountains home. Scientists have even documented wild jaguars moving through some of these remote ranges in recent decades.

For many Arizonans, Sky Islands offer an escape from the summer heat. While Phoenix may be baking under triple-digit temperatures, higher elevations can feel downright pleasant.

Perhaps the most fascinating part is that many Arizona residents have never heard of them. Yet these mountain ranges showcase a side of Arizona that surprises visitors and locals alike.

The next time someone tells you Arizona is nothing but desert, tell them about the Sky Islands. They may be one of the state's best-kept secrets.

We spent last weekend in St. George, Utah and stayed in the downtown area. It was really nice, despite being just as hot as Phoenix, and we liked the area. I think I could actually see myself moving to STG.

This home sits on the hillside and is just minutes from all that makes the area so attractive. Views go on forever in several directions.

See all the pics & info here.

Maybe today’s real estate market needs more ‘grooving area’ to get things going??