Weekend Warrior | August 7-9, 2026

 ☀️🏡Brand New Listing LIVE in Chandler, Arizona☀️🏡

 Weekend Warrior: August Is Waking Up ☀️🏡

If August felt a little quieter over the past couple of weeks, don't get too comfortable. As families settled back into school routines and squeezed in those final summer vacations, the real estate market took its typical seasonal breath. But if our calendar is any indication, that pause isn't going to last much longer.

In fact, we're already seeing the momentum return. This week one of our Chandler listings found the perfect buyer, two more first-time homebuyers crossed the finish line into homeownership, and today we're excited to launch a beautiful new listing in the gated South Chandler community of Stone Creek. Add in a full weekend of open houses stretching from Phoenix to Gilbert, and it's safe to say our sellers are looking forward to a busy weekend.

One thing we've learned over the years is that opportunities rarely announce themselves with perfect timing. While many buyers hit pause over the summer, others stayed focused on their goals—and those are the families holding keys to new homes today. As we head into the final (and hottest!) stretch of summer, strategy matters more than ever. That's why we've included a fresh market update in this week's edition to help you understand what's happening now and what we're expecting as we head toward the busy fall season.

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Outside of real estate, our community calendar is just as full. We're only one week away from our quarterly Business Mixer, where we'll be packing Confidence Kits to support individuals and families throughout the East Valley. And behind the scenes, our team and Community on Purpose are hard at work on one of our biggest service projects yet—helping transform Rhinestone Ranch, a home where girls who have experienced exploitation will find safety, comfort, and a fresh start. If you'd like to be part of that project, we've included information on how you can help furnish the home and make a lasting difference.

So grab a cup of coffee (or something iced - we won't judge), stay cool, and scroll on for this month's market update, new listings, open houses, community events, and a few of the projects we're most excited to share with you. As always, thank you for letting us be part of your family's journey. 💛

 Our Homeownership Education Portal Is Live

One of the biggest misconceptions about buying a home is that you have to have everything figured out before you reach out to a real estate agent. The truth is, most people don't know where to start - and that's exactly why we created this resource. We're excited to announce our new partnership with FirstHomeIQ, bringing a complete Homeownership Education Portal to the Amy Jones Group website. Whether you're dreaming about buying your very first home, wondering how much you should save, trying to understand credit and financing, or simply curious about how the process works, you'll now have access to trusted, easy-to-understand education all in one place.

We believe buying a home shouldn't feel intimidating. It should feel empowering. The more you understand the process, the more confident you'll be when it's time to make one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. The portal is designed to let you learn at your own pace with articles, videos, calculators, and educational tools that answer the questions most buyers have long before they're ready to tour homes. Even if buying is still a year - or a few years - away, it's never too early to start building your knowledge. Of course, education is only one piece of the puzzle. Every family's goals, finances, and timeline are different, which is why we're always happy to sit down, answer questions, and help you create a plan that's personalized to you. Think of the portal as your foundation—and our team as your guide whenever you're ready for the next step.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, planning your next move, helping an adult child prepare for homeownership, or simply curious about what's possible, we invite you to explore the new Homeownership Education Portal. Because informed buyers make confident homeowners - and that's exactly what we want for every client we serve. 💛

📊Market Watch: Summer Slowdown or Strategic Opportunity?

If you've been watching the headlines, you might think the market is losing steam. The truth is a little more nuanced.

Every year we expect activity to ease during the hottest part of the summer, and this August is following that familiar pattern. Buyers are wrapping up vacations, families are settling into new school routines, and many luxury sellers temporarily pull their homes off the market until cooler weather returns. That's exactly what we're seeing.

The good news? Inventory continues to decline, giving sellers a little less competition than they had a month ago. At the same time, closed sales are still ahead of last year, showing that serious buyers are absolutely still making moves—they're simply being more selective.

Where we're seeing the biggest shift is in homes under contract, which have softened from this time last year. That tells us buyers are taking more time to make decisions as interest rates remain elevated. Instead of rushing, they're comparing options, negotiating, and waiting for the right fit.

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Is It Too Late to Sell Your Home This Summer?

By late July, it’s easy to assume the main selling season has come and gone. Spring listings have closed, school calendars are back on the refrigerator, and fall no longer feels far away. If selling has been on your mind, waiting until next year can start to sound like the sensible choice for your household and plans, but the calendar alone shouldn’t make that decision for you, especially here in the Valley.

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Elevating the Luxury Real Estate Experience

Luxury real estate is about much more than a home with a higher price tag. It's about thoughtful representation, strategic marketing, trusted relationships, and understanding that every client's definition of luxury is different. That's why we've expanded the luxury resources on the Amy Jones Group website—to give buyers and sellers a place to explore not only Arizona's exceptional properties, but also the expertise, global connections, and personalized service that make a difference when navigating the luxury market.

As members of the Luxury Real Estate network, our clients benefit from far more than a designation behind our name. Sellers gain access to one of the world's largest luxury real estate platforms, connecting their home to qualified buyers both locally and around the globe. Buyers gain access to an extensive network of luxury professionals, exclusive opportunities, and experienced guidance throughout every step of their search. Combined with more than two decades of experience serving the Phoenix metro area, these relationships allow us to deliver local expertise backed by international reach.

Whether you're considering the sale of a luxury property, searching for your next home, relocating to Arizona, or simply exploring what's available in our market, we invite you to browse our Luxury Real Estate resources. Our goal has never been to impress clients with credentials alone. It's to show how those relationships, designations, and partnerships translate into better marketing, stronger representation, broader exposure, and an elevated experience from beginning to end. 💛

One of our favorite parts of these little Instagram snapshots is getting to look back at all the ways this community continues to show up for one another. 💛 We wrapped up another incredible summer with our ICAN volunteer events, and we're so grateful to everyone who gave their time to make those days memorable for local kids and families. But around here, serving our community doesn't stop when summer ends! This month, we're bringing giving back right into our quarterly Business Mixer, where we'll be packing 50 Confidence Kits filled with essential hygiene products for individuals and families throughout the East Valley. We're also preparing for upcoming projects like remodeling a local group home, assembling comfort kits for those undergoing chemotherapy, and kicking off our holiday season of service before we know it. Whether you have an hour to volunteer, want to donate supplies, join us at an event at Verde, or simply help spread the word, there are so many ways to be part of it. Community isn't a side project for us—it's woven into everything we do, all year long. And as always, we'd love to know: what local charities or causes matter most to you? Tag us when you share their needs so we can help spotlight them here and in future editions of Weekend Warrior. 💛

We’ll be sharing more behind-the-scenes, event updates, and ways to get involved over the next few weeks - so if you’re not already following along on Instagram, that’s the best place to stay connected and see it all unfold in real time. 💛

Around here, events aren’t just things to attend - they’re how we build relationships, strengthen families, and create lasting memories together. If you’re looking for a way to plug in, serve, or simply spend time with great people, there truly is something for everyone this season. 💛

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