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

Sell Smart in Today’s Market

Sell Smart in Today’s Market

Sell Smart in Today’s MarketMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 07/10/2026

Planning to sell your Southern Arizona home? Learn how to evaluate competing listings, stage effectively, and use photography to attract the right buyers.

Selling Soon? Fix This First Before You Spend Too Much

Selling Soon? Fix This First Before You Spend Too Much

Selling Soon? Fix This First Before You Spend Too MuchMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 04/10/2026

Planning to sell your Southern Arizona home? Discover what repairs actually matter to buyers before you overspend on remodels. Call Martha at MVP Realty!

Three Things Buyers Notice in the First Thirty Seconds

Three Things Buyers Notice in the First Thirty Seconds

Three Things Buyers Notice in the First Thirty SecondsMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 06/08/2026

Want to sell your home faster? Discover the three things buyers notice in the first 30 seconds of a tour and how to maximize your home's first impression.

How to Maximize Your Home’s Value: Expert Tips for Selling Fast in Sahuarita

How to Maximize Your Home’s Value: Expert Tips for Selling Fast in Sahuarita

How to Maximize Your Home’s Value: Expert Tips for Selling Fast in SahuaritaMartha Viera Parsons
Published on: 19/05/2026

Want to sell your Sahuarita home quickly for top dollar? Discover expert staging, desert landscaping, and pricing strategies tailored for Southern Arizona.

Martha Viera Parsons

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