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Getting top dollar for your Chandler home doesn’t always mean a full remodel. Sometimes, a few smart, cost-effective updates can make a huge difference. I've helped hundreds of Chandler sellers walk away with more cash in their pocket — and here are five simple ways to do the same.1. Fresh Paint ...

If you think luxury real estate is slowing down — think again. In Chandler, the upper end of the market is thriving, and I’ve never seen this much demand for gated communities, waterfront properties, and homes over $1 million.What’s fueling it?✨ High-Income RelocationsExecutives from California a...

  Written by: Steve Marcinuk   Had the pleasure of being interviewed by Steve with Keycrew recently, here is the final article:The Phoenix real estate market has weathered significant changes over the past few years, from pandemic-driven buying frenzies to the current more balanced conditions. Fo...

If you’re considering purchasing an investment property in Tempe, Arizona, let me give it to you straight—it’s one of the smartest plays in the Valley.Why? One word: ASU.Arizona State University pumps out a steady stream of tenants year-round. Dorm life isn’t for everyone, and students (or their ...

If you're a local Chandler homeowner, you've probably noticed the uptick in unfamiliar license plates in the neighborhood — California, Washington, Illinois, Colorado, even New York. That's not a coincidence.As someone who's worked with hundreds of out-of-state buyers, I can tell you: Chandler, A...

Horse lovers looking for a community with structure, space, and spirit need to take a closer look at Will Rogers Equestrian Ranch in Queen Creek, Arizona. This gated, master-planned equestrian community is a unicorn in the Valley — a rare blend of amenities, privacy, and true horse functionality....

The Seller’s Dilemma: When Buyers Ask for Repairs During EscrowI’ve been selling homes across Arizona for over 25 years, and if there’s one moment that can make a seller’s heart skip a beat—it’s the repair request during the inspection period.Let me walk you through what happened recently with on...

Chris Dunham’s August 2025 Chandler Market Insider ReportReal Talk from “The Real Estate Guy”Q: What’s happening in the Chandler real estate market right now?A: August is hot — and I’m not just talking about the weather. We’re seeing steady demand, low inventory, and stable pricing, which makes i...

As a Chandler homeowner, you might be asking yourself a critical question:"What is my home really worth?"And that’s where the biggest mistake happens.After 25 years in this business, I’ve seen it time and time again — homeowners overprice their homes, hoping to “leave room to negotiate” or “test ...

If you’re watching the Chandler market closely — and you should be — 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic years we’ve seen in a long time. Whether you’re a buyer trying to find the best investment or a homeowner curious about your neighborhood’s value, knowing where demand is headed i...