Historic homes & lovebirds

Happy Friday the 13th!! I hope you had a great week and have something fun planned for the weekend & Valentine’s Day.

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Thanks for being here, have a great weekend!

We saw a bit of improvement with interest rates the past week, they edged lower by .14%. Could be worse, they could have gone up, right?

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.

This could be your backyard on the Kings Course at the Clubs at Arrowhead. This home has a huge outside corner lot and the kitchen & bathroom remodels are almost complete.

BUYER NEED: I have two different client’s looking to buy a home in or near Arrowhead Ranch, and we’re not finding the right home that is currently for sale. If you have a house that is close to the criteria below, hit me up and let’s chat.

Need room for vehicles and tools? This house in Phoenix has a .23 acre culdesac lot & a beautiful house to go with it.

Fantastic, well-maintained home awaits you! Sits on a cul-de-sac, it offers 3 beds & 2 baths + powder room. The inviting interior features tons of natural light, neutral paint, recessed lights, and LVP flooring throughout. Great floor plan with a formal living room and a seamlessly flowing family & dining areas. The fully equipped kitchen boasts granite counters, subway tile backsplash, white shaker cabinetry, and an island w/breakfast bar. The main bedroom has a private bathroom w/tiled shower. Laundry room with cabinetry. The spacious backyard provides a covered patio! With your creative ideas, you can make it a complete outdoor oasis. PLUS! This gem includes a separate workshop that can be a guest quarter. For secure parking, this gem has a large carport & custom RV gate

See all the pics & details here.

Property listed by Matthew Potter, Real Broker.

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.

This week, its more of a cool neighborhood, than just one cool house.

Tucked just north of downtown, the Willo Historic District is one of Phoenix’s most charming neighborhoods, known for its 1920s and 1930s Tudor, Spanish Colonial, and Craftsman homes set along palm tree lined streets. Residents love the strong sense of community, walkability, and the popular annual Willo Home Tour that draws visitors from across the Valley. If you appreciate architectural character and a true neighborhood feel, Willo is a standout in central Phoenix.

The even cooler thing about this historic neighborhood is that they open up many of the homes each year for the public to learn more and tour the homes. The 37th Annual Willo Home Tour & Street Fair is happening Sunday, February 15th from 9am-5pm.

The Willo Home Tour is an annual celebration of one of Phoenix’s oldest residential neighborhoods. Each year, Willo neighbors open their doors so visitors can explore a curated selection of historic homes—showcasing architectural styles that span the 1920s through the mid-century era.

From charming Tudors and bungalows to ranch and revival styles, every home on tour tells a story about Phoenix’s growth and character. Inside, you’ll discover how homeowners blend original details with modern living, all while honoring the neighborhood’s historic roots.

This event is organized by the Willo Neighborhood Association and is our only neighborhood-wide fundraiser, supporting ongoing preservation and neighborhood improvements, including our commitment to the Willo Conservation Plan

Learn more or get tickets here.

There are several homes currently for sale in the Willo Historic Neighborhood, you can see them all here.

If you live in the Valley, you have almost certainly seen or heard them. Those small, bright green birds with peach-colored faces that travel in noisy flocks through palm trees and backyards are a familiar sight in many neighborhoods across Phoenix and the West Valley.

These colorful birds are not native to Arizona. Wildlife experts believe today’s flocks descend from pet lovebirds that escaped or were released several decades ago. Instead of disappearing, they adapted surprisingly well to the desert, finding food, water, and nesting spots in urban landscapes filled with palm trees, irrigated yards, and canals.

Originally from southwestern Africa, Peach-faced lovebird are well suited to hot, dry climates, which helps explain why they thrive here. You will usually see them in small, chatty flocks, especially in the mornings and evenings. Phoenix is now considered one of the only major U.S. cities with a stable population of wild lovebirds, making them a charming and unexpected part of daily life in the Valley of the Sun.

Keep an eye and an ear out. Once you notice them, you will start seeing them everywhere.

One of my best friends from college moved to Laguna Niguel in Orange County, California. I was to go stay with him a few times and it quickly became one of my, and our favorite places in California. What is not to like about Laguna Beach & Dana Point, right?

I know the houses along the PCH that are right on the beach are crazy dollars, but I’ve always wondered if you could live that lifestyle, or at least be lifestyle adjacent and not have to spend $47 million on a house.

This house is in Mission Viejo, and look, I know this feels like a ton of money for what you get at $914k, but you’re mostly buying the lifestyle. It is just a 30 minute drive from my favorite, Aliso Beach. If you’re looking for elbow room and the ability to avoid your neighbors, this isn’t the kind of place for you. But if you are looking to live the SoCal life & see the ocean a lot of days, this isn’t bad for under $1m.

See all the details here.

The Arrowhead Hiking Club has two hikes scheduled in February. Join us on February 14th & 28th.

This club is meant for everyone, from seasoned hikers, to out of breath beginners like me. So if you want to hit the trail and enjoy the outdoors, check out our website at ArrowheadHikingClub.com or find us on Facebook.