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

Should You Buy the Biggest House in the Neighborhood?

Should You Buy the Biggest House in the Neighborhood?

Should You Buy the Biggest House in the Neighborhood?Martha Viera Parsons
Published on: 17/07/2026

Is more space always more useful? Explore if buying the biggest house in a Southern Arizona neighborhood fits your lifestyle and future resale plans.

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Who Pays the Buyer Agent Now?

Who Pays the Buyer Agent Now?

Who Pays the Buyer Agent Now?Martha Viera Parsons
Published 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.

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Are You Waiting for Lower Rates Before You Buy?

Are You Waiting for Lower Rates Before You Buy?

Are You Waiting for Lower Rates Before You Buy?Martha Viera Parsons
Published 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.

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