Eric Ruiz - Phoenix New Home Client Strategist, Richmond American Homes

04/01/2026

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Bougainvillea and Arizona almost feel like a perfect match, but growing it in a container is a different game than planting it in the ground. In a pot, roots have limits, water moves faster, and heat builds up around the sides of the container.

02/23/2026

Don’t get caught! New speed cameras going up today in Phoenix with a 30-day “warning only” period.

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Drivers caught on camera violating speed limits at 17 different Phoenix locations will receive warnings for the next 30 days as part of a photo safety program starting on Monday.

01/13/2026

🎥 Quick Tip: Why Some Phoenix Homes Sit While Others Sell

Some homes in Phoenix sell fast.

Others sit… and sit… and sit.

And no — it’s not random.

It’s not luck.

And it’s definitely not “because the market is bad.”
What most buyers think days on market mean…
and what they actually mean…

are two very different things.

For buyers, a home sitting can mean leverage — or a hidden problem you don’t want to inherit.

Knowing the difference before you get emotionally invested is everything.

For sellers, the first few weeks on market are critical. That’s when serious buyers are watching. Miss that window because of price, condition, or strategy, and the market starts telling a story you didn’t intend.

Phoenix doesn’t punish homes for no reason.
It rewards the ones that are positioned correctly — and exposes the ones that aren’t.

If you’re buying or selling here, this is where strategy quietly decides the outcome.

🏡 Eric Ruiz, Client Strategist & Advocate
🌵 SERHANT. x The Santistevan Group
📲 917.797.4841
📧 [email protected]
🌐 ericruizhomes.com
🌍 Phoenix-based. Globally connected. Referrals welcome.

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01/10/2026

Thanks for coming to the page Sara Blier! Glad you’re here (see you soon, I’m sure)! 😉

01/08/2026

Thanks for following Kathy Handel 🙂 Welcome to the page! 🏡

-Eric

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11/25/2025

🎥 Quick Tip: When Fear Hijacks Your Home Search

Buying in Phoenix isn’t just about inspections and contracts — it’s also about headspace. I just had two buyers respond to the exact same situation in completely different ways… and only one of them is now under contract.

One buyer let a single insurance denial convince her the roof was a problem — even though the home was inspected seven months ago with no real issues. She panicked and walked. The second buyer looked at the same facts, explored options, and moved forward with confidence.

The seller is even offering concessions for rate buydowns, and repair flexibility — all things that still exist in this market if you’re willing to see the possibilities instead of the problems.

I get it — real estate brings up old trauma for a lot of people. But decisions made from fear rarely get you the result you want. If you’re stepping back into the market, come in with clarity, flexibility, and an agent you trust to navigate the noise.

🏡 Eric Ruiz, Client Strategist & Advocate
🌵 SERHANT. x The Santistevan Group
📲 917.797.4841
📧 [email protected]
🌐 ericruizhomes.com
🌍 Phoenix-based. Globally connected. Referrals welcome.

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10/05/2025

Phoenix is one of the most searched cities in the country right now… but is it still worth moving here in 2025?
The headlines don’t tell the whole story. Prices, jobs, lifestyle, and interest rates are shaping Phoenix in ways most people don’t see. That’s why if you’re even thinking about moving here, you need the full picture before you make decisions.

I put it all into my free Phoenix Relocation Guide. Get it at the link in my bio before you make your move 👇

🏡 Eric Ruiz, Client Strategist & Advocate
🌵 SERHANT. x The Santistevan Group
📲 917.797.4841
📧 [email protected]
🌐 ericruizhomes.com
🌍 Phoenix-based. Globally connected. Referrals welcome.

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09/26/2025

It's raining 🐱's & 🐶's and I'm still sitting an open house today at our newest listing: 4548 North 11th Avenue in the beautiful Melrose District of Phoenix.

More information below and we'll be here today (26th) from 3-6pm, tomorrow (27th) and Sunday (28th) from 11am-3pm.

https://ericruiz.realscout.com/homesearch/listings/p-4548-n-11th-avenue-phoenix-85013-armlsspark-896

09/26/2025

Phoenix buyers often push forward even when the signs are telling them to stop.

A bad inspection, an appraisal gap, or a location that doesn’t support your lifestyle goals can all be signs it’s time to step back.

Knowing when to walk away protects your budget and your peace of mind. That’s why I made my free Dealbreaker Checklist—comment DEALBREAKER below or grab it at the link in my bio 👇

🏡 Eric Ruiz, Client Strategist & Advocate
🌵 SERHANT. x The Santistevan Group
📲 917.797.4841
📧 [email protected]
🌐 ericruizhomes.com
🌍 Phoenix-based. Globally connected. Referrals welcome.

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09/05/2025

Stop the scroll. Start your strategy. 📉 Rates go up, ⬆️ down, and sometimes sideways—but your timeline shouldn’t wait for a perfect market. Here’s the truth: the real win is owning, not timing. 🏡

When you buy, you’re:
✔️ Building equity over time
✔️ Protecting yourself from rising rent
✔️ Gaining stability in your space

Waiting for rates to drop? What if they don’t? What if the perfect home is on the market right now? 🔑

Bet on ownership. Bet on yourself. ➡️ Ready to talk strategy? Drop a 🏠 and let’s make a plan.

09/04/2025

In this market, you have leverage—and the inspection is where you use it. Don’t just look for issues—look for negotiation opportunities. 💡 Roof near the end of its life? Ask for a credit. Outdated HVAC? Push for repairs. Inspections aren’t just about walking away—they’re about walking away smarter. What would you push for?