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

Why Your Second Home Tour Should Be Different

Why Your Second Home Tour Should Be Different

Why Your Second Home Tour Should Be DifferentMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 20/08/2026

Considering a Southern Arizona home? A second visit can help you evaluate storage, parking, natural light, layout, noise, and everyday livability.

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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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Six Questions Every Southern Arizona Buyer Should Ask Before Making an Offer

Six Questions Every Southern Arizona Buyer Should Ask Before Making an Offer

Six Questions Every Southern Arizona Buyer Should Ask Before Making an OfferMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 28/05/2026

Before buying a home in Southern Arizona, ask the right questions. Martha Viera Parsons shares six key things buyers should consider before making an offer in Quail Creek, Green Valley, Sahuarita, and beyond.

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