Where to Get a Starter Home in Mesa

Starter homes in Mesa are still within reach, if you know where to look. Here are a few areas worth exploring: Dobson Ranch: Mature landscaping, community pools, and close to freeways. Eastmark: Popular for new builds and community vibes with great walkability. Mesa Grande/Fiesta District: Closer to

Does Mesa, Arizona Have a First-Time Home Buyer Program?

Yes, Mesa does have first-time home buyer programs, and they can make a huge difference for buyers who are just starting out. Mesa residents can access statewide programs like Home Plus, which offers up to 5% in down payment assistance, and the Arizona IDA HOME+PLUS DPA program with fixed rate optio

Dogs, Dual Incomes, and the Dream of Your Own Backyard

Let’s talk about one of the real reasons you’re considering buying a home - Your dog is judging you. Okay, maybe not judging, but definitely side-eyeing you every time you grab the leash and head to the same patch of grass behind your apartment building. If you’re anything like most of my clients la

The One Where You Could Actually Negotiate on a Home

Anyone else feel like the housing market has been playing hard to get the last few years? We went through that phase where every home had 15+ offers and buyers were basically writing love letters, offering to name their firstborn after the seller, and waiving every contingency just to maybe get pick