Shawnee Doherty, United Real Estate Specialists

10/09/2026

Always a fun morning attending the Runway for Research benefiting TGen and City of Hope Arizona . So many women and a few men, show up to see a beautiful fashion show from Neiman Marcus Scottsdale knowing that every woman will benefit from this as scientific research is expanded!

10/09/2026

What makes a good real estate agent in Phoenix? 🏡

It’s more than knowing the market or understanding contracts.

A lot of it comes down to paying attention to what a client needs in the moment and knowing when to explain something more clearly, slow the process down, or take the lead so they don’t have to carry every part of the decision themselves.

Real estate gets personal very quickly because the numbers are big and the decisions affect real life.

That’s why good representation should feel steady, thoughtful, and specific to the person in front of you.

Sometimes that means negotiating harder. Sometimes it means pointing out something a client hasn’t considered yet, or being willing to say that a house, offer, or timeline may not be the right fit.

The best advice isn’t always the advice that keeps a deal moving.

A lot of that work never makes it into the closing photo, but it can completely change how someone feels about the experience.

That’s the kind of work I want to be known for.

If you’re planning a move in Phoenix, AZ and want someone who’ll take it seriously with you, send me a message..

I’m Shawnee, Phoenix local and real estate advisor.

10/09/2026

National Assoc. of REALTORS® REALTOR® Shawnee Doherty co-founded the Hope Through Hollis Foundation to fight Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) and support families navigating pediatric brain cancer. Her nonprofit has raised over $2 million for cutting-edge medical research while providing vital awareness and resources to affected families.

Vote for Shawnee and learn more about her story at the link in our bio.

10/08/2026

📸 Sellers: Don't Underestimate Your Lighting

Before your listing photos are taken, take a walk through every room and look up. 👀

Lighting is one of the easiest — and most overlooked — ways to make a home feel brighter, cleaner, and more inviting to buyers. But there's one detail that trips up a lot of sellers: mismatched bulbs.

Here's why it matters:

💡 Color temperature should match. Mixing warm and cool bulbs in the same room (or even the same fixture) creates a patchy, uneven glow that shows up in photos and makes a space feel off. Pick one temperature — typically soft white — and use it consistently.

💡 Match the brightness. Bulbs of different wattage or lumens make some areas look dim and others harsh. Keep output consistent so rooms photograph evenly.

💡 Replace burnt-out and mismatched bulbs. A single dead bulb or a bulb that's a different color than its neighbors is a small thing that reads as "not maintained" to buyers.

💡 Match the fixture's rating. Use the correct bulb type for each fixture so nothing flickers, buzzes, or looks dim.

The takeaway: consistent, well-matched lighting helps your home show its best — online and in person. ✨

 
 



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10/06/2026

Psssst... interest rates aren’t the whole story. 👀

Somewhere along the way, interest rates became the main character in every homebuying conversation.

They matter, of course. But obsessing over one number can distract you from the question that actually matters: does buying a home right now make sense for your finances, your plans, and the life you’re trying to build?

A rate can tell you part of the cost but it can’t tell you whether you’ve outgrown your current space, how long you plan to stay, what opportunities exist in your local market, or whether the monthly payment fits comfortably into your real life.

That’s why I’d rather help you evaluate the whole decision than wait around for one magical number to give you permission.

If you want to run your actual numbers, send me a message and I’ll connect you with a lender who can walk you through them.

I’m Shawnee, Phoenix area real estate advisor.

10/01/2026

I've been named a finalist for the National Association of REALTORS® Good Neighbor Award — and with it, a chance to win a grant for a cause that means everything to me.

I founded the Hope Through Hollis Foundation in honor of my son Hollis, turning my unimaginable loss into a mission: funding research to find a cure for DIPG (diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma), a devastating and currently incurable childhood brain cancer.

This award recognizes REALTORS® who go above and beyond to make a difference in their communities. The grant that comes with it would mean real dollars toward DIPG research — and that's where I need your help.

👉 Every vote counts. Help my foundation bring this grant home.

🗳️ Vote here: https://www.nar.realtor/good-neighbor-awards⏰ Voting closes: October 24, 2026

Please vote, share, and tag a friend. Together we can help fund the research that gives families hope.

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09/30/2026

In todays exciting news, I am a finalist for a Good Neighbor Award and grant recipient through the National Association of Realtors for my foundation Hope Through Hollis. Please take a moment to read this article and vote for me!

Doherty transformed devastating loss into a mission to support families and fund research, drawing strength from the communities that rallied around her.

09/26/2026

Our 11th Annual Hope Through Hollis Auction is now live and ready for you to bid until 1:30 pm on 27th! You don't need to be playing in the golf tournament to bid on these amazing items! Visit www. HopeThroughHollis.org.

09/26/2026

Our 11th Annual Hope Through Hollis Auction is now live and ready for you to bid until 1:30 pm on 27th! You don't need to be playing in the golf tournament to bid on these amazing items! Visit www.HopeThroughHollis.org or https://givebutter.com/.../11th-annual-hope.../auction

Our 11th Annual Hope Through Hollis Auction is now live and ready for you to bid until 1:30 pm on 27th! You don't need to be playing in the golf tournament to bid on these amazing items! Visit www.HopeThroughHollis.org or https://givebutter.com/c/11th-annual-hope-through-hollis-golf-tournament-copy-0nkfpv/auction

09/22/2026

Why is a "real estate conference" a big deal to you? Let me explain. 🎓

On October 8th, United Real Estate is bringing together 22,000+ agents under 12 companies and across 34 states for our company-wide virtual conference — and yeah, it's a lot more than a Zoom meeting.

Here's what it means for you, the people we serve:

✅ Your agent never stops learning. Markets change, rules change, technology changes. Conferences like this keep me sharp — so the advice you get is current and accurate, not outdated guesswork.

✅ You get the power of 22,000 agents. When I connect with agents from coast to coast, I learn what's working in their markets and bring the best strategies back to you and your neighborhood.

✅ A stronger team behind your transaction. Every hour of training means fewer surprises and smoother closings. When your agent improves, you benefit.

✅ You're never the guinea pig. We test, learn, and stay ahead of new tools and trends here first — so you get the benefit of experience.

That's the real reason I'm excited: that the person you trust with one of life's biggest decisions is investing in being even better for you.