Weekend Warrior | January 24-25, 2026

Weekend Warrior: Momentum Is Building

Next week is shaping up to be a big one. We’ve got three listings going live - including homes in Mesa and Gilbert, plus a $4.5M estate in the Island at Fulton Ranch that is truly something special. For our broker partners and buyers watching this price point closely, we’re creating an early opportunity to experience it before it hits the market at our upcoming Broker’s Open. The market may still say January on the calendar, but it’s already in full hustle mode.

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 Valley-wide, the market is moving closer to balance, but in our hottest pockets, we’re well past that point and seeing real heat build. More options for buyers doesn’t automatically mean more concessions - especially as rates continue to come down and affordability improves compared to this time last year. With the Super Bowl right around the corner, we know attention is only going to increase, late-night scrolling will spike, and platforms like Zillow will be a major hotspot for buyers. That’s exactly why premium exposure matters more than ever. As one of the few teams with Zillow Showcase access, we’re able to put listings in front of buyers with HD visuals, video-rich carousels, 3D tours & targeted placement - not just as a “nice to have,” but as a must-have in a competitive moment. Check out this example of a Showcase listing to get a feel for the Amy Jones Group listing difference. 

Scroll down for a deeper market update, plus an updated events calendar including our upcoming Business Mixer (with a Valentine’s card give-back for Seniors Helping Seniors) and our favorite monthly stops at Verde - playdates and Movies on the Green. And as always, if you’re keeping a pulse on the local market but know someone else who has questions, don’t gatekeep. We’re here to help - and we’d love to support the people you care about too.

📊Market Watch: More Movement, More Options - and More Reason to Ask Good Questions

If the market feels a little busier lately, you’re not imagining it. As we move through January, more homes are coming onto the market, more buyers are writing offers, and the Valley is settling into a rhythm that feels healthier and more familiar. Compared to this time last year, there are more active listings available, more homes under contract, and slightly more homes closing each month - even though prices have stayed relatively steady overall. What that tells us is simple: people are moving again, but they’re doing it thoughtfully.

For families, this is an important distinction. More listings doesn’t automatically mean a “buyer free-for-all,” and fewer price jumps doesn’t mean the market is stalled. Homes are still taking time to sell - the median time before a home goes under contract is closer to two months - which means buyers have room to breathe and sellers still need smart pricing and strong marketing - unless inventory is low in the area or buyer demand is getting spicy...then you get multiple offers and listings that move quickly like our last two in Chandler and Tempe. 

We’re also seeing a noticeable increase in more affordable options, particularly under $300,000, where prices have softened slightly and demand has picked up. That’s helping some buyers compete with rent again, especially in condos and townhomes in central areas like Phoenix and Mesa, or single-family homes in outer cities.

At the same time, higher-priced homes and desirable neighborhoods are holding their ground. Rates hovering in the low-6% range mean monthly payments are actually lower than they were a year ago on the same priced home, even if the rate itself doesn’t sound “cheap” by recent memory. This is why the question “What are rates at?” rarely gives families the clarity they’re really looking for. The better questions are about lifestyle, commute, timing, cash flow, and what you want your next few years to look like.

The big takeaway right now? The market is moving toward balance, not extremes but depending on where you are looking - that can make all the difference. Buyers have more choice than they did last spring, sellers are seeing more activity than they did much of last year, and prices are no longer running ahead of incomes. That’s a healthier place for everyone. And whether you’re actively planning a move, casually watching, or just trying to make sense of what all this means for your family - it’s always okay to call. These conversations aren’t about timing the market perfectly; they’re about understanding your options so you can make confident decisions when the timing is right for you.

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Our event calendar is officially back in full swing, and we’re easing into the year with all the things that make this community special. We just wrapped up Playdate on the Green last week, and it was exactly the kind of fun, relaxed connection we love seeing - kids playing, parents catching up, and neighbors becoming friends. 

Next up is our monthly Moonlit Movies on the Green at Verde at Cooley Station, featuring Frozen, which feels like the perfect January pick (even if “frozen” is very relative here in Arizona). We’re also getting excited for our Business Mixer next month, a favorite way to bring local professionals together with intention, where we’ll be collecting and creating Valentine’s Day cards for seniors as part of our give-back focus. 

Behind the scenes, we’re preparing to announce upcoming volunteer events with ICAN and Branching Out through Community on Purpose, and yes - we promise the summer pool party will be back too… just not quite yet. It’s still a little cold for that 😉

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