Aaron Hawkins, Velar Homes, Arizona Real Estate

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08/22/2026

🏗️ A major deal just put Scottsdale housing in the spotlight.

Berkshire Hathaway agreed to acquire Scottsdale-based Taylor Morrison for approximately $8.5 billion, at $72.50 per share—a roughly 24% premium.

And importantly, Taylor Morrison's leadership and headquarters remain in Scottsdale. 📍

Why does this matter to real estate?

A transaction of this size isn't just about one company. It puts significant capital and attention behind a major homebuilder operating in the Phoenix market.

For buyers and sellers, business investment can be one piece of the bigger picture when evaluating where demand, development, jobs, and housing activity may be heading. 📊

But one company's investment doesn't tell the whole market story.

The more important question is: What's happening around YOUR home?

📩 Curious about what is driving demand and confidence in your area? Message me and let's look at the local data.

08/21/2026

🏡 If you own a home in Greater Phoenix, here's the part of the market worth paying attention to: stability.

The latest numbers show:

📍 Maricopa County median: $475,000 — essentially flat year over year
💰 Resale median: $465,000 — up 1.1%
📊 Sale-to-list ratio: 97.3%

In other words, home values haven't suddenly fallen off a cliff.

The market has steadied—and that matters. A stable market gives homeowners more room to make a thoughtful decision instead of feeling pressured to buy or sell based on headlines. 📈

But your home's value isn't determined by the county median alone.

Your city, neighborhood, property condition, size, upgrades, and recent comparable sales can all make a big difference.

🔎 Wondering what your home is actually worth today?

📩 Message me and I'll help you look at your current equity and market position—no pressure, just information.

08/20/2026

📊 One number can be the biggest mistake you make in real estate.
You’ve probably seen headlines saying "The Phoenix market is a buyer's market." But here's the problem…

There isn't just one Phoenix market.

Greater Phoenix is made up of dozens of cities, and each one is moving at its own pace.

🏡 Fountain Hills is still a strong seller's market.
🏡 Chandler continues to favor sellers.
🏡 Scottsdale remains highly competitive.
🏡 Meanwhile, Queen Creek tells a completely different story.
That's why relying on the metro average alone can lead to overpricing your home, making weak offers, or missing opportunities altogether.

📍Real estate is local—not just by city, but sometimes by neighborhood, price range, and even property type.

Before making any buying or selling decision, make sure you're looking at your market—not someone else's.

👇 What city are you buying or selling in?
Comment your city below, and I'll share how your local market is performing right now.

📩 Or send me a DM for a personalized market update.

08/19/2026

🚗 Growth in the West Valley isn't slowing down.
Goodyear is set to welcome Arizona's first Buc-ee's, and the numbers behind the project are hard to ignore:

⛽ Arizona's first Buc-ee's location.
📍 Goodyear, Arizona.
👥 More than 200 full-time jobs.
🏢 Approximately 74,000 square feet.

New developments like this are about more than convenience stores.
They bring:

✅ New jobs.
✅ More households moving into the area.
✅ Increased demand for housing and local businesses.
✅ Continued investment in the West Valley.

The real estate market isn't shaped only by home sales—it's also shaped by where companies choose to build, hire, and invest. 📈

Goodyear continues to attract major projects, making it one of the fastest-growing parts of the Valley.

📩 Thinking about buying, selling, or investing in the West Valley? Message me "WEST VALLEY" for the latest market insights and opportunities.

08/18/2026

🏪 Big companies don't randomly choose where to invest.
Before opening a new location, they study:

📊 Population growth
💵 Income trends
🏗️ Future development
🏡 Housing demand

That's why this announcement matters.

Arizona's first Seafood City is coming to Chandler Fashion Center, bringing:
✨ A major new retail destination.
👥 More than 100 new jobs.
📍 Increased activity in the East Valley.

Economic growth and real estate often move together. New businesses attract workers, visitors, and future residents—and all of that can influence housing demand over time.

Chandler continues to be one of the Valley's fastest-growing areas, and projects like this are part of the bigger picture. 📈

📩 Want to know what new developments could impact your neighborhood and home value? Send me a message or comment your city below.

08/17/2026

🏡 Many homeowners expected dramatic price swings this year.
Instead, the market delivered something different: stability.

Here's where things stand:
📍 Median home price: $457,500
📈 Year-over-year change: +0.77%
💰 Monthly dollar volume: $4.7 billion

Despite all the headlines, homes are still selling and billions of dollars continue moving through the Phoenix market.

That's not what a crashing market looks like.
It's what a balanced market looks like. ⚖️

For homeowners, steady prices can mean something important: your equity may be holding stronger than you think.

📊 The amount of equity you have depends on your neighborhood, price range, and how long you've owned your home.

📩 Wondering how much equity you've built? Send me your address or message me "EQUITY" for a personalized home value estimate.

08/13/2026

🏡 The house didn't change.
💰 The monthly payment did.

Most buyers spend hours watching home prices, but mortgage rates can impact affordability just as much—sometimes even more.

Today's estimated rates:
🏦 30-Year Fixed: 6.68%
🏦 FHA: 6.20%
🏦 VA: 6.22%

A small change in interest rates can mean:
✔️ A higher or lower monthly payment.
✔️ More or less purchasing power.
✔️ Different loan options.

The same home at the same price can feel completely different depending on your financing. That's why smart buyers look at both the purchase price and the mortgage rate before making a decision.

📊 Real estate isn't just about finding the right house—it's about finding the right payment.

📩 Want to see what today's rates mean for your budget? Send me your price range and loan type, and I'll help you estimate your monthly payment.

08/12/2026

🛒 Think of the housing market like a grocery store.

When shoppers buy products faster than the shelves can be restocked, inventory starts to disappear. The same thing happens in real estate. 🏡

Right now, Greater Phoenix has 3.3 months of housing supply, down from 3.7 months last year. 📦📉

Why does that matter?
✅ Fewer homes available means buyers have fewer options.
✅ Less inventory can keep home values more stable.
✅ Supply levels play a huge role in pricing and negotiation power.

Many people expected home prices to fall significantly this year, but tighter inventory is one of the biggest reasons the market has remained resilient. Supply and demand still drive real estate—even when they're not making headlines.

📍 Every city tells a different story. Some areas have more inventory, while others remain surprisingly competitive.

📩 Curious about the supply in your neighborhood? Comment your city below or send me a message for a personalized market update.

08/11/2026

For years, people predicted a huge wave of homes hitting the market.
But that's not what's happening.

Active listings are actually lower than they were a year ago.
At the same time, more buyers are putting homes under contract.
That means many new listings are still getting absorbed by demand.

Real estate isn't moving the same way in every city.

📩 Message me your city, and I'll show you what inventory really looks like where you live.

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