Kari Gutierrez - Realtor

05/29/2026

Nearly half of Veterans say homeownership feels out of reach right now.

That should stop all of us in our tracks.

Because for many Veterans, the biggest obstacle is not qualification. It is misinformation.

Too many people still believe they need a large down payment, high closing costs, or monthly PMI to buy a home with a VA loan. In many cases, that is simply not true.

If you are a Veteran, active duty, or a qualifying reservist, here is what you need to know:

You may be able to buy with $0 down
You may have limited closing costs compared to other loan types
You may not have to pay monthly PMI
Your BAH and BAS may help you qualify for more than you thought
That means homeownership may be a lot closer than it seems.

A VA loan is one of the most powerful homebuyer benefits available, but too many Veterans never fully explore it because they assume they cannot afford to buy.

If that is you, do not count yourself out.

And if you know a Veteran who has been sitting on the sidelines, share this with them. It could change their timeline completely.

The best next step is simple: let's get together and discuss your options clearly.

You may be much closer to homeownership than you think.

05/29/2026

What a Wonderful event at this *FAAABULOUS* home listed by Craig Peck-RE/MAX in the Ahwatukee Foothills put on in conjunction with Women's Council of Realtors Arizona East Valley. If you missed the Fun, be sure to like their page to get notified of upcoming events.
👉P.S. If you'd like more info on this home shoot me a DM
🔥P.P.S. I'm the 2026 President Elect for WCR Arizona East Valley Network and I'm looking for some Passionate, Motivated, Fun real estate partners to join my board and or planning committees for 2027! If you're even Slightly Curious about what that could look like.... you know what to do

Such a great afternoon with these ladies & gents!!! Thank you all for making our Empowering You + Headshots Event a Fabulous Success 💛

If you see yourself in this picture ... and I didn't tag you ... it's because I couldn't find you on our page 😢

Join us so that you don't miss any of the Upcoming Awesomeness ✨

Kari Gutierrez - Realtor Raquel Garcia Realtor Laura Boone Joyce Armijo AJF Inspections Maureen Rossie Myles Craig Peck

05/26/2026

First-Time Buyers: Your Best Shot at Homeownership Is Right Now
If buying your first home has felt impossible lately, here is some genuinely good news. Zillow just identified the 10 best markets for first-time buyers this spring, and in those cities, median-income households can afford 68% of all homes for sale. That is a dramatic shift from just a year or two ago. Three forces are working in your favor right now: inventory is up 8.1% compared to last year, home price growth is slowing down, and incomes have outpaced home price growth for 19 straight months.

Even if your city did not make the top 10 list, a knowledgeable local agent can help you find pockets of opportunity in any market. Your moment may finally be here. Read the full breakdown and find out where buyers are getting their best shot this season.

05/23/2026

New Homes Are the Most Affordable They’ve Been in 5 Years: Here’s What Buyers Need to Know.
The median price of a newly built home has fallen to about $390,000, the lowest since 2021, and entrylevel homes have dropped nearly 3% in the past year alone. But the savings don’t stop there: 60% of builders are offering incentives including closing cost help, free upgrades, rate buydowns, and price
cuts averaging 5%. This is a real opportunity for first-time buyers and anyone who thought new construction was out of their budget.

Shoot me a message to find out what’s available in the area.

05/18/2026

April home sales in Chandler are in and YOUR home's value has changed! 🏡📈

Go to https://www.searchallproperties.com/propertyvaluation-plus/karig/Chandler-1081577 to get your new home value estimate now FREE and INSTANTLY! 😃 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Office: (480) 570-8548

Recent home sales have affected your home's value!

05/18/2026

April home sales in Gilbert, AZ are in and YOUR home's value has changed! 🏡📈

Go to https://www.searchallproperties.com/propertyvaluation-plus/karig/Gilbert%2C+AZ-1070427 to get your new home value estimate now FREE and INSTANTLY! 😃 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Office: (480) 570-8548

Recent home sales have affected your home's value!

05/15/2026

Foreclosures are up, but don't panic.

Yes, filings have risen over the past year. But zoom out and look at the full picture.

We're still below historical norms – and nowhere near levels seen around 2008.
This isn't a crash. It's the market returning to normal after foreclosures were artificially low during the pandemic.

And here's something else worth knowing. These are filings. Not all of them will actually turn into completed foreclosures.

If you've been hearing a lot about this lately and want to make sense of what it means, drop a comment or send me a DM. Happy to talk it through.

05/14/2026

Need a Fresh Look? This event is open to all REALTORS 🏠

✨ READY TO FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR NEXT HEADSHOT? ✨

Confidence looks GOOD on you. 💃
Join us for an empowering afternoon designed to help you show up confidently, authentically, and camera-ready! 🌟

🎯 Professional Headshots
💄 Styling Tips from the Pros
🧠 Confidence Coaching
🍷 Wine + Cheese + Networking
🏡 Gorgeous $3.2M Luxury Listing Setting

Whether you need a fresh business photo, updated branding pics, or just want to feel amazing in front of the camera… this event is for YOU. 💙

🎤 Featuring:
✨ Laura Boone – Professional Coach
✨ Yvonne Rosales – Professional Stylist

📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 3PM – 5PM
📍 14604 S 1st Street, Phoenix

🎟️ Spots are limited! Register now:
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Come sip, connect, laugh, and leave with headshots you’ll actually WANT to use. 📷🥂✨