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Realtor Rosa LaRusch Whether you are looking to buy or sell, having a realtor who will make you and your needs a priority is key. Contact me today!

As a dedicated, caring, and driven-full time realtor, staying on top of the current market, real estate evolving - education, and AZ growing as a state with job opportunities is key. Knowledge is power, and my clients benefit from all this circumstantial and critical information.

10/16/2026

You don't need a perfect home to sell successfully. Buyers aren't expecting perfect.

But they are paying attention to small things that signal bigger problems — and so is their agent.

The deferred maintenance that makes a buyer wonder what else was ignored. The pricing that feels like it was pulled from thin air instead of the actual market. The disclosure that surfaces late and stalls everything right when it was moving.

These aren't unsolvable problems. They're just easier to solve before the listing goes live than after an offer is on the table.

That's the conversation I have with every seller before we do anything else. If you want to go in with eyes open, let's talk.



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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
[email protected]

10/14/2026

👋 Hi, I'm Rosa. I help people find homes in Phoenix, AZ and surrounding areas. I promise I can get you there, too!

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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
www.RosaLaRusch.com
[email protected]

10/12/2026

Mortgage rates are on the move this month, and whether they’re rising or falling, they can have a big impact on your home-buying or selling plans. Here’s what this means for you 👇

📈 When rates rise – Buyers may want to act sooner to lock in a lower rate before it climbs higher. Sellers might see fewer bidding wars as affordability shifts.

📉When rates fall – Buyers could qualify for more home at a lower monthly payment. Sellers might see more interest as affordability improves.

So, what’s happening in [Your City] right now? Mortgage rates are currently [rising/falling/stable] at around [current average rate]%. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, now is a great time to chat about your options!

Have questions? Send me a message or drop them in the comments! 👇



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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
[email protected]

10/07/2026

You're planning to list. You've got a long renovation list. New kitchen, fresh paint, maybe redo the bathrooms. 🛠️

Here's what I see happen: sellers spend $20K on renovations while ignoring the $200 fixes that buyers actually notice first.

🔍 Here's what buyers notice before anything else:

🚪 Your front door (chipped paint, broken hardware, faded — it screams neglect)

💡 Lighting (dark homes feel abandoned, no matter how nice they are)

🧹 Clutter and cleanliness (a clean home in bad condition beats a dirty home in good condition)

🪟 Windows and frames (dirt, grime, broken seals — they scream deferred maintenance)

🏡 Curb appeal (dead grass, overgrown bushes, cracked driveway — the first impression kills deals)

🚿 Bathroom cleanliness (spotless bathrooms make buyers feel safe, grimy ones make them run)

🐢 Slow doors and squeaky hinges (little annoyances add up to "this place is falling apart")

🌱 Yard condition (overgrown landscaping makes buyers think about hidden problems)

Real talk: Buyers use these small things to extrapolate. A dirty home? They assume everything is neglected. Broken hardware? They wonder what else isn't maintained.

You don't need a full renovation. You need a strategic one. Fix what buyers see first, then invest in what actually matters.

Ready to list smart instead of expensively? Let's prioritize what actually moves offers 👇



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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
[email protected]

09/30/2026

You've heard the word. Your lender mentions it. But what does it actually mean? And why should you care? 🤔

Most people nod and move on. That's a mistake.

📊 Here's what amortization actually is:

It's the schedule of how your loan gets paid back over time. Sounds simple. It's actually the key to understanding your entire mortgage.

💡 Here's what most people don't realize:

On a 30-year mortgage, you're not paying evenly. Not even close. Your first payment? Mostly interest. Your last payment? Mostly principal. That gap matters a lot.

🔢 Real numbers:

Year 1 of a 30-year mortgage: ~90% of your payment goes to interest, ~10% goes to principal

Year 15: You're finally at 50/50

Year 30: Most of it finally goes to principal

Why this matters:

💰 If you sell after 5 years, you've barely touched the principal (most of your payments evaporated into interest)

📈 Refinancing early can save thousands because you reset the amortization schedule

⏰ A 15-year mortgage costs less total interest, but higher monthly payments

🏠 Understanding amortization is how you actually build equity instead of just paying for the privilege of borrowing

Real talk: Most people focus on the interest rate (6.5%) when they should be focusing on amortization (how that rate actually costs them over 30 years). The rate gets attention. Amortization determines whether you actually build wealth.

Want to understand how YOUR specific mortgage actually works? Let's break down your numbers 👇



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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
[email protected]

09/29/2026

The red flags are temporary. Homeownership is forever. 🚩🏡

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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
[email protected]

09/28/2026

🌳 Death and real estate. Are you prepared?

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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
[email protected]

09/24/2026

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Rosa LaRusch, REALTOR®
HomeSmart
(480)206-0073
[email protected]

Address

33725 N Scottsdale Road Ste #130/135
Scottsdale, AZ
85266

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