Who Pays the Buyer Agent Now?
Martha Viera ParsonsPublished on: 12/07/2026
Confused about real estate commissions after the NAR settlement? Learn how buyer agent compensation works, who pays, and how to negotiate the best deal.
THE JOURNAL
Field notes from fifty years of opening doors.
Slow essays on buying, selling, and settling into Southern Arizona — written between showings, signings, and long drives down Continental Road.
In this issue
The first ten days on market
A buyer's quiet checklist
Green Valley vs. Sahuarita
On editorial photography
Martha Viera Parsons
Vail vs. Sahuarita: Tucson Suburbs Compared
Martha Viera ParsonsPublished on: 07/07/2026
Discover the lifestyle differences between Vail and Sahuarita, two popular Tucson suburbs with unique community vibes.
7 Things Every Buyer Should Know Before Purchasing in Quail Creek
Martha Viera ParsonsPublished on: 07/07/2026
Thinking of buying a home in Quail Creek, AZ? Discover 7 essential tips from local expert Martha Viera Parsons to find your Southern Arizona dream home.
Choosing Your Tucson Neighborhood: A Quick Guide for Buyers
Martha Viera ParsonsPublished on: 07/07/2026
From the Catalina Foothills to the Vail corridor, compare Tucson's best neighborhoods by lifestyle, price, and schools in this 2026 home-buyer's guide.
Who Pays the Buyer Agent Now?
Martha Viera ParsonsPublished on: 06/07/2026
Confused about buyer agent commissions after the NAR settlement? Learn how buyers and sellers can navigate compensation to secure the best deal in 2026.
Are You Waiting for Lower Rates Before You Buy?
Martha Viera ParsonsPublished on: 28/06/2026
Waiting for lower interest rates to buy a home? Learn why timing the market could cost you more and explore real estate opportunities in Southern Arizona.
Martha Viera Parsons
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