YOUR GUIDE TO PHOENIX METRO MARKET UPDATES & LOCAL EVENTS HAPPENING IN August 2025!
Our August Newsletter is filled with Phoenix Metro Market updates and events. We also like to share a little bit about what is going on with us personally!
Life & Business Update from Kevin and Sabrina
Hi friends!
August is here, and we’ve got a lot going on—both personally and professionally!
Sabrina and her husband Kevin (same name as work husband’s name LOL) are celebrating their 8 year wedding anniversary on August 12 but have been together for 18 years. Their son Kevin (yes another Kevin!) is starting high school this year and their daughter Alivia is starting junior high. They also have a 5 year old granddaughter starting Kindergarten! They are growing up so fast.
Kevin just got back from his hometown of New Jersey where he got to enjoy family time with relatives he hasn’t seen in years. He is looking forward to his planned trip in September to see his daughter who recently moved with her husband that got relocated to work in a hospital.
On the business side, we’re staying active! We Just sold one listing, one active listing, helped a family relocate from California and got a first time homebuyer in a home in less than 20 days!! We are also working with a client moving from Florida. A huge part of our business is helping clients relocate to the beautiful state of Arizona.
🏡 Active Listing: 10536 W Villa Hermosa, Peoria, AZ 85383
🏡 JUST SOLD:
4401 E Voltaire Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85032
9821 N 2nd Place. Phoenix, AZ 85020
The market tends to slow down a bit in the summer so we are spending more time with family and friends but still available for all our clients needs.
As always, we’re here if you need anything real estate-related, or just want to check in.
For those that have kids going back to school, we wish them a great year!
Warmly,
Sabrina & Kevin
Phoenix among Top 5 U.S. cities seeing most home price cuts
Slower demand from buyers has more homes for sale now than at any time since 2019, according to the latest market report from Zillow. With homes lingering on the market and less competition for them, a long-anticipated balance of power between buyers and sellers looks to have finally arrived. As a result of that, Phoenix is among the Top 5 U.S. cities seeing the most home price cuts
Sellers held the upper hand through most of the past five years as demand for homes far outweighed the options available. Sellers now returning to the market in greater numbers, along with a surge in new construction, has helped balance the scales — competition among buyers is lower than any June in Zillow records dating back through 2018. But affordability is still a major challenge.
“The shift to a ‘neutral’ market is significant, but it shouldn’t be mistaken for a universally cool or easy market for buyers,” said Kara Ng, Zillow senior economist. “While negotiating power is more balanced, the affordability crisis remains a high barrier to entry, especially for first-time buyers. Until we see a more meaningful improvement in purchasing power, this newfound balance will primarily benefit more well-off buyers.”
Inventory is still roughly 21% below pre-pandemic averages for June, but that deficit is expected to continue shrinking. Zillow forecasts inventory to approach pre-pandemic levels by the end of the year.
Home value growth is at a stand still and mortgage costs have ticked down ever so slightly from a year ago. But high prices and borrowing costs are still putting up high affordability hurdles for buyers, especially first-timers.
PHOENIX METRO MARKET UPDATES & EVENTS
Top factors to consider when choosing student housing
Finding the right place to live during college can shape your daily experience. The right student housing connects you to everything that matters. It’s more than where you sleep-it’s where your life unfolds.
Student housing should match your goals and lifestyle. It’s about choosing a space that works for how you live and study.
In this article, we will discuss the crucial factors to consider when choosing student housing. Keep reading.
Affordability and Flexible Lease Options
Cost plays a major role when selecting where to live. Students often work within strict budgets, so every dollar counts. Look for places that offer clear pricing and flexible payment terms.
Lease flexibility matters when school terms vary or plans change. Options like semester-based leases or short-term stays help reduce stress. Understanding the payment terms can protect against unwanted fees.
Room Layouts and Shared Living Arrangements
Room design affects comfort and privacy. Some students prefer living alone, while others like shared spaces. It’s important to understand the setup before signing a lease.
Shared housing can offer social benefits, but may require compromise. Personal space and daily routines can feel different in each layout. Choosing the right setup helps keep your living space manageable.
Secrets of Summer in Phoenix
All the special experiences we have in summer have been our little secrets over the years — things we’ve learned to make summers just as enjoyable as every other part of the year. And now, we’re finally fessing up about these secrets to you, so you can enjoy Greater Phoenix year round as much as we do. Here are our secrets to summer in Greater Phoenix.
The Best Places for Tacos in Phoenix
(Two of Sabrina’s favorites in the list are La Santisima and Tacos Chiwas!)
Here are more than 20 of the best places in Phoenix for tacos:
Taco Guild in Phoenix
Housed inside the historic Bethel Methodist Church in central Phoenix, Taco Guild is perhaps one of the more unique taco spots in town. Built in 1893, the building is rich in history and is the perfect venue to showcase the restaurant’s Old World and New World tacos. For a taste of the Old World, try the al pastor pork or the coffee-braised beef. If New World is more your style, you can’t go wrong with the chipotle cherry steak or the Peking duck.
546 E. Osborn Road, Phoenix
(602) 264-4143
Blanco Tacos & Tequila
Designed for the well-heeled taco lover, Blanco Tacos is nestled comfortably in the tony Biltmore Fashion Park—giving shoppers a great place to refresh with a marg, tableside guac and a variety of satisfying tacos. From the grilled mahi to the crispy shrimp to the Baja chicken, the tacos are fun, fresh and oh-so tasty. And because you deserve it, indulge in an after-taco dessert, including brown sugar caramel flan or the tres leches cake.
8191 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria
(480) 393-4777
2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix
(602) 429-8000
123 E Washington St, Phoenix
(602) 899-8102
6166 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
(480) 305-6692
Chico Malo in Phoenix
For tacos with an attitude, check out Chico Malo at CityScape in downtown Phoenix. Meaning “bad boy” in Spanish, Chico Malo is at once edgy and bold, boasting a South American-inspired menu showcasing fresh and local ingredients. Taco offerings include Diablo shrimp served with cabbage, avocado crèma and criolla salsa; al pastor made with marinated pork, pineapple, cotija cheese and pickled fresno chiles; and crispy avocado, featuring corn fondue, pickled cabbage, radish, cucumber salsa and cotija.
50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix
(602) 603-9363
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COMING SOON & WHAT’S OPEN
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