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Co-buying a home with friends? Here are the pros and cons.

Co-buying a home with friends? Here are the pros and cons - AZ Big Media As home prices continue to climb, more buyers are exploring co-buying a home with a friend, roommate or partner. Here are the pros and cons.

Tired of fixing, updating, and working around a house that wasn’t built for how you live now? It may be time to move. And you should know more people are buying new ones lately.

We recently saw the largest share of buyers in 2 decades opt for a newly built home – and it’s not just about shiny finishes.

It’s about fewer repairs. Better energy efficiency. And the chance to pick your fit and finishes.

If your current home is starting to feel like it’s holding you back, let’s talk about what you’re looking for and whether a newly built or a pre-existing home is better for you.

THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO ARIZONA? KNOW THE NUMBERS BEFORE YOU MOVE.
Are you making a decision based on headlines, or real median home prices across PHOENIX, MESA, SCOTTSDALE, and the VALLEY?

ARIZONA continues to attract buyers for a reason:
✔ 300+ days of sunshine
✔ Strong and resilient real estate market
✔ Beautiful communities across the VALLEY
✔ Investment potential and lifestyle appeal

But here is what matters most: pricing strategy and local knowledge. Median prices vary city by city, and understanding the difference between PHOENIX, MESA, CHANDLER, GILBERT, TEMPE, PEORIA, and GLENDALE can change your entire buying or selling outcome.

If you are relocating, upsizing, downsizing, or investing, let’s have a real conversation about what makes sense for you.

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Pending Home Sales Decline in All But 5 Major U.S. Metros

Pending Home Sales Decline in All But 5 Major U.S. Metros The typical home that sells takes 66 days to do so–the longest span in seven years–as buyers take their time looking at their options and negotiating with sellers.

Here are the best markets to buy a home in 2026

Here are the best markets to buy a home in 2026 - AZ Big Media Home shoppers looking for an advantage in today's economy will love this list of the best markets to buy a home in 2026.

FLORENCE, ARIZONA 55+ HOME FOR SALE WITH LAND OWNERSHIP AND GOLF COURSE LIVING
This Florence Gardens manufactured home offers the lifestyle active buyers are searching for in FLORENCE, ARIZONA: space, privacy, and true land ownership in a well-established 55+ community.

REDUCED and positioned in one of the best locations within Florence Gardens, this home is within walking distance of the clubhouse and golf course, delivering convenience and daily lifestyle value.

✅ 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1,249 Sq Ft
✅ Large living room with great natural light
✅ Eat-in kitchen with R/O system, new sink faucet, and all appliances conveying
✅ Laundry and office flex area for everyday functionality
✅ Enclosed Arizona Room, 10 x 29, not included in square footage, with wall A/C
✅ Covered front and back patios with North and South exposure
✅ Oversized lot with fruit trees and two storage sheds
✅ Newer windows, updated lighting, and ceiling fans

Florence Gardens offers resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, pools and spas, fitness center, pickleball, and golf, all while you own your land, a key advantage buyers want in today’s ARIZONA market.

If you want a well-kept, move-in-ready home in a true active adult community, this one deserves your attention. Reach out today for details or to schedule a private showing.

📍 808 E Pennsylvania Ave, FLORENCE, AZ 85132
🛏️ 2 Beds
🛁 2 Baths
📐 1,249 Sq Ft

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Is This the Space and Value You’ve Been Looking For

📍 800 E MISSISSIPPI ST, FLORENCE, AZ 85132
🛏 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms
📐 1,260 SQ FT

This Florence, AZ, manufactured home offers an innovative layout, comfortable living space, and an opportunity to own without the pricing pressure seen in many other Arizona markets. Ideal for buyers seeking value, simplicity, and room to settle in.

Why Manufactured Homebuyers Are Choosing Florence:
✅ More home for the money compared to metro areas
✅ Single-level living with functional space
✅ Growing demand for affordable ownership options
✅ Quiet pace with strong long-term appeal

If you are exploring manufactured homes in Florence, AZ, and want to understand pricing, availability, and what actually makes sense to buy, now is the time to start the conversation.

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