Long-form guides on the real decisions behind buying, selling, and moving in the Phoenix metro — the tax rules, the timelines, and the local details that generic advice misses.

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Downsizing in Mesa, Chandler & Gilbert

Sell-first vs. buy-first sequencing, capital gains rules, the Arizona Senior Freeze, 55+ community options by city, and what the move actually costs. Updated July 2026.

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How Real Estate Negotiation Actually Works

What gets negotiated besides price, how to counter a lowball, BINSR strategy under the 10/5/5 timeline, and concessions vs. price cuts. Updated July 2026.

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Selling an Inherited House in Arizona

Probate vs. trust, the stepped-up basis tax rule, who has authority to sell, and a realistic timeline for heirs, executors, and trustees. Updated July 2026.

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What Repairs Are Worth Making Before Selling?

The short list of repairs that pay off in Arizona, the remodels that usually don't, and how to decide between fixing something yourself or offering a credit. Updated July 2026.

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