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

What Buyers Should Do During the First 10 Minutes of a Home Showing

What Buyers Should Do During the First 10 Minutes of a Home Showing

What Buyers Should Do During the First 10 Minutes of a Home ShowingMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 12/08/2026

Touring homes in Southern Arizona? Learn how to evaluate floor plans, storage, privacy, outdoor space, comfort, and layout beyond attractive décor.

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Why You Should Visit a Neighborhood More Than Once Before Buying

Why You Should Visit a Neighborhood More Than Once Before Buying

Why You Should Visit a Neighborhood More Than Once Before BuyingMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 10/08/2026

A neighborhood may feel completely different during the day and evening. Visit more than once and test your everyday routes before deciding where to buy.

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