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

Green Valley, Quail Creek or Tucson? Compare the Tuesday Test

Green Valley, Quail Creek or Tucson? Compare the Tuesday Test

Green Valley, Quail Creek or Tucson? Compare the Tuesday TestMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 08/10/2026

Vacation-day Arizona is different from everyday life. Learn how to evaluate routines, communities, and 55+ lifestyle choices when relocating to Southern Arizona.

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Buying From Out of State? Use a Three-Pass Home Tour

Buying From Out of State? Use a Three-Pass Home Tour

Buying From Out of State? Use a Three-Pass Home TourMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 08/10/2026

Buying a Southern Arizona home from out of state? Learn how to look past the pretty rooms during a remote home tour and choose the right community.

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Right-Size Your Next Move

Right-Size Your Next Move

Right-Size Your Next MoveMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 07/10/2026

Moving into a smaller house? Discover why right-sizing your space, maintenance, and location might be the better goal for 55+ homeowners in Southern Arizona.

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The Arizona Patio Test: A Smart Buyer Tip

The Arizona Patio Test: A Smart Buyer Tip

The Arizona Patio Test: A Smart Buyer TipMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 04/10/2026

Buying a home in Southern Arizona? Discover why the "Patio Test" is crucial for outdoor living and finding the perfect real estate fit. Call Martha today!

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The Southern Arizona Patio Test Every Buyer Should Try

The Southern Arizona Patio Test Every Buyer Should Try

The Southern Arizona Patio Test Every Buyer Should TryMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 29/09/2026

Buying a home in Southern Arizona? Don't forget the patio test. Learn how to evaluate outdoor living spaces, sun orientation, and privacy before you buy.

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Before You Move to Arizona, Test the Location Before You Buy

Before You Move to Arizona, Test the Location Before You Buy

Before You Move to Arizona, Test the Location Before You BuyMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 23/09/2026

Relocating to Southern Arizona? Discover essential tips for choosing the right community, testing your daily routine, and navigating insurance before you buy.

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