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2026 Luxury Real Estate Market Trends: Mid-Year Update

By Paula Rosentreter | Jul 24, 2026

The 2026 luxury real estate market trends tell a different story than many of the headlines. While the broader housing market has experienced slower growth, the luxury sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience. According to the latest Coldwell Banker Global Luxury® Mid-Year Report, affluent buyers remain active despite higher interest rates, economic uncertainty, and global […]

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luxury property auctions

Luxury Property Auctions

By Paula Rosentreter | Jul 1, 2026

When most homeowners think about selling a luxury property, they envision a traditional listing on the MLS, private showings, broker open houses, and extensive marketing campaigns. While that remains the most common approach, luxury property auctions have emerged as a niche, though growing, option for select luxury properties.   Although auctions still represent a small […]

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Buying a Home with Solar Panels in Arizona

Buying a Home with Solar Panels in Arizona: Owned vs. Leased Solar Explained

By Paula Rosentreter | Jun 8, 2026

As solar energy becomes more common across Arizona, home buyers are increasingly encountering properties with solar panels already installed. While solar can offer lower utility bills and long-term savings, not all solar systems are created equally. One of the most important questions to ask when considering a home with solar is whether the system is […]

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Arizona's Sun City Communities

Arizona’s Sun City Communities

By Paula Rosentreter | May 9, 2026

People retiring to Arizona often think of Sun City as one big community, but let’s compare the four Sun City communities. When Del Webb opened the original Sun City in 1960, it became a national sensation—selling more than 200 homes on its first weekend. It redefined retirement by offering affordable golf, social clubs, and recreation. […]

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Professional Home Staging

Professional Home Staging Makes a Difference

By Paula Rosentreter | Oct 29, 2025

Professional Home Staging Makes a Difference Selling a home is about sparking emotion and helping buyers imagine their life within its walls. When a property is vacant, that emotional connection is much harder to create. Professional home staging brings warmth, style, and a sense of possibility—turning an empty house into a home that buyers can […]

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Why Pricing Your Arizona Home Right Matters

By Paula Rosentreter | Jul 16, 2025

Pricing your Arizona home right from day one and set your selling journey up for success. Learn why the right price attracts buyers, optimizes marketing, and results in offers. First Impressions Matter—Even with Pricing The moment your home hits the market, buyers are watching. If you price your home too high, you risk turning off […]

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2025 May Be the Right Time for Scottsdale Homeowners 60+ to Sell

By Paula Rosentreter | May 6, 2025

Thinking About Selling Your Scottsdale Home After 60? Learn why 2025 may be the right time for Scottsdale homeowners 60+ to sell. Whether you’re looking to downsize, move closer to family, or transition into a more maintenance-free lifestyle, the current Scottsdale real estate market presents a unique opportunity to capitalize on your home’s equity. 1. […]

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Top Kitchen Trends in the Phoenix Area for 2025

By Paula Rosentreter | Mar 14, 2025

Everyone knows the kitchen is the heart of the home. In the Phoenix area, homeowners are embracing new trends that blend style, function, and desert-inspired aesthetics. Whether you’re remodeling or building a new home, these top kitchen trends for 2025 inspire a space that’s both contemporary and timeless. Warm & Earthy Color Palettes White kitchens […]

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Large Peel and Stick Paint Color Samples Sent to Your Home

By Paula Rosentreter | Feb 11, 2025

If you’re thinking about making some updates to your home, you probably know that I can be a resource for local home service providers. If your project involves a new paint color inside or on the exterior of your home, though, I’ve got another great resource that can make selecting just the the right color […]

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