Matt Derdivanis "your 24-7 realtor"

08/03/2026

Old Tucson Studios, which is where several Hollywood movies were filmed, is up for sale.

07/31/2026

Elevate your standards. Expect exceptional results.

07/27/2026

An AI home-selling platform just launched in Arizona... but can an algorithm truly protect a homeowner?

​A new company called Ridley is pitching a $1,500–$5,000 flat fee to list homes using AI instead of paying traditional agent commissions.
​Saving money sounds great on paper, but when you peel back the layers, massive legal and practical questions start popping up:

​🔑 Who opens the front door? Who attends inspections, hosts showings, or walks prospective buyers through the home?

📋 Who negotiates the BINSR & contracts? In Arizona, handling repair demands, appraisal gaps, and strict contract timelines takes real-world strategy—not canned auto-responses.

🚩 How does AI spot an unethical agent? When another party tries to play dirty, push illegal contract clauses, or pull fast ones during escrow, how does a computer algorithm catch it?
⚖️ When things go wrong, where does the AI turn? If a contract dispute requires remediation or a Broker step-in, who steps up? Can an algorithm legally, ethically, and fiduciary-wise stand in your corner, or does it leave you exposed?

💔 The Missing Human Element: Selling a home is a massive financial and emotional transaction. A computer can’t build personal trust, handle client stress, or fight tooth-and-nail for your money.
​What’s your take? Would you trust an AI with your biggest financial asset, or is human advocacy and expertise non-negotiable

​👇 Let’s talk in the comments!
​🎥 Watch the full news report from Arizona's Family: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/187xbrCT36//

07/19/2026

07/18/2026

According to the National Association of Realtors, 84% of Realtors have yet to sell a home in 2026?

I couldn't believe what I was reading, but undoubtedly it was a very difficult market and still is. I'm not going to lie, it's tough out there for everyone. I'm incredibly grateful that I came out swinging with three transactions in the first quarter of 2026. I'm very very fortunate, a lot of it was hard work and God. Literally put my head down and worked. Still a lot to be done though, have some significant transactions coming up but doesn't mean I'll be taking My foot off the gas anytime soon.

Thankful to every client, family, fellow colleague whom this would be possible without them.

07/17/2026

Big news in Phoenix! We have officially had a price improvement on this stunning property at 4418 W Palace Station Rd. This is your chance to secure an incredible home at an even better value.

​Whether you’ve been waiting for the right moment or the right number, that time is now.
​Updated Price: $627,500

​Don’t miss out on this prime Phoenix location. DM me today to schedule your private tour before it's gone!

07/03/2026

Cutting through the misconceptions 🔍✨

06/30/2026

Sellers have been in control of this housing market since 2020.

That just changed.

55% of home sales are closing below list price and the gap between asking and closing is widening.

Here's what's actually happening and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling right now.

For three years, buyers had almost no leverage. Homes were selling above asking in days. Waived inspections. Escalation clauses. Cash offers from investors outbidding everyone.

The market was brutal for anyone who didn't already own property.

Then the math shifted.

Mortgage rates climbed from 3% to over 6.5%. Monthly payments on the same home nearly doubled. Buyer demand pulled back hard. Inventory started building.

And sellers who priced their homes based on 2022 peak values started sitting on the market longer than they expected.

Now the data is showing what happens when a market corrects.

55% of home sales are closing below the original list price. One third of all active listings have already cut their price at least once. Well priced homes are selling in about 63 days.

Overpriced homes are sitting at 121 days. That 58 day gap is the entire story of today's market told in two numbers.

And here's what this means practically.

If you're a buyer, you have negotiating power you didn't have two years ago. Price reductions, seller concessions, closing cost credits, inspection contingencies back on the table.

The buyers who understand the market right now are getting deals that would have been laughed at in 2021.

If you're a seller, the market is still telling you something loud and clear. Overpriced homes are not selling. They're sitting. And every week a home sits on the market, buyers assume something is wrong with it.

The sellers winning right now are the ones who priced correctly from day one and didn't chase the 2022 peak.

28 of America's 53 largest metros are already seeing year over year price declines. The Sun Belt markets that led the boom are now leading the correction. Cape Coral is down 9.6%. Austin is down over 20% from its peak.

Meanwhile Midwest markets like Kansas City, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh are still holding or growing.

This is not one national housing market.

It's dozens of local markets moving in completely different directions at the same time.

The buyers who win in this environment are the ones who understand exactly which market they're in and what the data says about where it's heading.

The sellers who win are the ones who price for the market they're in, not the one they remember from three years ago.

06/26/2026

Pending

Repped Seller & Tenant

Rented for $3800

This pivot—from a sale to a successful lease—is a testament to your ability to serve your clients’ best interests rather than just pushing for a transaction.

Sometimes, the best result isn't a sale—it’s finding the perfect match. 🏠🔑

​When we first brought this property to market, the goal was clear. But as the process unfolded, it became clear that the right move for this home, and for my clients, was to open the doors to a long-term rental solution.

​I am thrilled to announce that this property has been successfully leased at $3,800/month.

​More importantly, I am incredibly happy for the wonderful couple who just signed the lease. Watching them find a place they can truly call "home" is why I do what I do. It’s not just about the numbers; it’s about the people on the other side of the contract.

​To my clients: Thank you for trusting my strategy and allowing me to navigate this pivot with you. We didn't just close a deal—we created a great outcome for everyone involved.

​Onward and upward. 🚀

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