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

Step Back in Time: A Local’s Guide to the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

Step Back in Time: A Local’s Guide to the Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

Step Back in Time: A Local’s Guide to the Tubac Presidio State Historic ParkMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 22/05/2026

Discover the rich history of Southern Arizona at Tubac Presidio State Historic Park. Explore top things to do in Tubac, AZ, from museums to scenic trails.

Community & Lifestyle
The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide to Finding Your Dream Home in Corona de Tucson

The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide to Finding Your Dream Home in Corona de Tucson

The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide to Finding Your Dream Home in Corona de TucsonMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 20/05/2026

Discover your dream property with our ultimate buyer's guide to homes for sale in Corona de Tucson AZ. Explore subdivisions, market trends, and desert living!

Home Selling Tips
Maximize Your Sale: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Green Valley Home in 2026

Maximize Your Sale: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Green Valley Home in 2026

Maximize Your Sale: Proven Strategies for Selling Your Green Valley Home in 2026Martha Viera Parsons
Published on: 20/05/2026

Planning to sell or downsize? Discover proven, step-by-step strategies on how to sell a home in Green Valley, AZ in 2026 for top dollar.

Home Selling Tips
Exploring Quail Creek: Why Sahuarita is a Top Destination for Active Retirees

Exploring Quail Creek: Why Sahuarita is a Top Destination for Active Retirees

Exploring Quail Creek: Why Sahuarita is a Top Destination for Active RetireesMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 20/05/2026

Explore Quail Creek! Discover why it leads 55+ communities in Sahuarita AZ with resort golf, pickleball, and luxury homes. Read Martha's insider guide.

Retirement Living
Beyond the Backyard: 4 Must-Visit Attractions in Vail, Sahuarita, and Green Valley

Beyond the Backyard: 4 Must-Visit Attractions in Vail, Sahuarita, and Green Valley

Beyond the Backyard: 4 Must-Visit Attractions in Vail, Sahuarita, and Green ValleyMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 19/05/2026

Discover the best things to do near Sahuarita and Green Valley AZ! Explore Madera Canyon, Titan Missile Museum, Colossal Cave, and Tubac's rich history.

Neighborhood Guides
Desert Elegance: Exploring the Luxury Real Estate Market in Historic Tubac

Desert Elegance: Exploring the Luxury Real Estate Market in Historic Tubac

Desert Elegance: Exploring the Luxury Real Estate Market in Historic TubacMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 19/05/2026

Discover exclusive desert estates and luxury homes for sale in Tubac, AZ. Explore Southwestern architecture, premium privacy, and a vibrant arts community.

Luxury Real Estate

Martha Viera Parsons

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