Arizona Real Estate Blog

Straight, local answers on buying and selling in Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale and the Phoenix area, from Stephanie Pondevie, REALTOR®, eXp Realty.

• Buying a Scottsdale, AZ Home With a Pool: What to Check First
  For buyers · Scottsdale, Arizona · September 14, 2026
  Pool inspections, Arizona barrier laws, real running costs, and insurance rules for Scottsdale buyers considering a home with a pool. From Stephanie Pondevie, eXp Realty.
• How to Price a Gilbert, AZ Home in a Flat but Tight Market
  For sellers · Gilbert, Arizona · September 13, 2026
  Gilbert prices are up only slightly year over year while inventory stays tight. Here is how to set a list price that actually sells, from Stephanie Pondevie, eXp Realty.
• How Much Down Payment Do You Need for a Chandler, AZ Home?
  For buyers · Chandler, Arizona · September 12, 2026
  What a down payment on a Chandler home actually costs in 2026, the loan types that lower it, and where move-up buyers get the money. From Stephanie Pondevie, eXp Realty.