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There's Always a Pool Day in February
When I first began my journey to becoming a Tucsonan, I noticed something that became a pattern every year. At least one day in February...
Rachel Barrasso
Feb 28, 20241 min read


January Market Stats
This past month, the average price for a single family home was $457,519. That's up by $2,217 from the previous month, and a whopping...
Rachel Barrasso
Feb 14, 20241 min read


How to Make Buyers Fall in Love With Your Home
February is a great time to put your house on the market! People are starting to get over the rush of the holiday season and get back to...
Rachel Barrasso
Feb 14, 20242 min read


What Your House Number Says About Your Future
We all know that one person who lives and dies by their astrological sign. You might really believe in astrology or you might roll your...
Rachel Barrasso
Jan 18, 20244 min read


November and December Market Stats
We all know the holiday season is a busy one! Here we are in mid January and I am just getting around to going over the November and...
Rachel Barrasso
Jan 9, 20242 min read


So What Are Today's Rates?
People ask me this a lot, what are the rates these days? This is a difficult question to answer because rates are always changing. And,...
Rachel Barrasso
Jan 9, 20243 min read


A Holiday Gift Guide for New Homeowners
The holiday season has descended upon us once again, and while you may be scrambling to decide what to get for your kids, spouse, or BFF,...
Rachel Barrasso
Dec 1, 20232 min read


October Market Stats
Today is the first day of November and it is finally feeling like fall! This is one of the best times of the year in Tucson, with...
Rachel Barrasso
Nov 1, 20232 min read


The Value of a Buyer's Agent
If you follow real estate industry news, you've heard about a case called Burnett v NAR. This is not a post about the trial or my...
Rachel Barrasso
Nov 1, 20232 min read


Decoding the MLS
It's no secret that many buyers are looking online before looking at homes in person. Even though my job kind of requires it, I really...
Rachel Barrasso
Nov 1, 20233 min read


The Home Buying Scaries
It's spooky season and of course we are going to be talking about... the horrors of buying a home! Now, most of the time the home buying...
Rachel Barrasso
Oct 17, 20233 min read


September Market Stats
September in Tucson real estate is typically a month where things are slowing down in anticipation of the holiday season. We see fewer...
Rachel Barrasso
Oct 9, 20232 min read


Real Estate: Fact vs. Fiction
Real estate is an intriguing and often complex industry. It is also becoming a really popular tool for investors. There are many myths...
Rachel Barrasso
Oct 3, 20232 min read


Forget the China, Register for a House!
It's no secret that Millennials are shying away from owning items that were once considered household staples. Things like china sets...
Rachel Barrasso
Sep 11, 20231 min read


August Market Stats
August is a transitional month here in Tucson. While much of the country is busy with summer travel and sun tanning, Tucson's kids are...
Rachel Barrasso
Sep 5, 20232 min read


Is it just me? Or...
Houses are just not as affordable as they used to be. This is a sad truth that we have to figure out how to navigate. People need to...
Rachel Barrasso
Aug 28, 20232 min read


Simple Ways to Elevate Your Home's Style
We all want to live in a pinterest perfect home! But, for those of us with normal people budgets, scrolling through influencers'...
Rachel Barrasso
Aug 18, 20232 min read


July Market Stats
Today I flew back home to Tucson after being away for about two and a half weeks. The thunder has been rumbling for a couple of hours now...
Rachel Barrasso
Aug 8, 20232 min read


What Do Real Estate Agents Do During a Photo Shoot?
Getting all glammed up for a photo shoot means something totally different to Realtors than it does to the general public. Realtors are...
Rachel Barrasso
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Keeping Cool Inside When it's 110 Degrees Out!
Keeping your house cool during extreme heat is essential for your comfort and health. Here are some tips to help you keep your home cool...
Rachel Barrasso
Jul 11, 20231 min read
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