Blog

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

The Future of Arizona Real Estate: How Smart Homes Are Transforming the Market

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

Sell Smarter: How Virtual Tours & Online Marketing Are Redefining Real Estate in Arizona

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

Smart Investing in Arizona Real Estate: What to Know Before You Buy in 2026

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

Smart Home Staging Tips for Today’s Arizona Buyers (Post-Pandemic Market)

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

From Urban to Suburban: Where Homebuyers Are Moving & Why It Matters

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

Selling Your First Home? Avoid These Common Mistakes for a Smooth Sale

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

How Eco-Friendly Upgrades Can Increase Your Home’s Worth in the Phoenix Metro Area

• Denise Hurd
• 10/30/25

Why Multi-Generational Living Is Rising in Arizona—and What It Means for Buyers & Sellers

Why You Should Work with a Realtor

• Denise Hurd Realtor
• 09/7/22

Want to learn the benefits of working with a real estate agent? Read on!

Experience Gilbert Like a Local

• Denise Hurd
• 11/12/22

A kaleidoscope of activity adds to the city’s charm.

Denise Hurd's Complete Guide to Buying a Scottsdale Luxury Home

• Denise Hurd
• 12/19/22

A few aspects to ponder while seeking your dream home.

Where to Find the Best Sushi in Scottsdale

• Denise Hurd
• 08/5/22

Scottsdale’s dining scene is constantly evolving, with a thriving selection of fresh sushi bars and authentic Japanese eateries.

Living on a Golf Course: What You Need to Know

• Denise Hurd
• 05/3/23

There are pluses and minuses to owning a property on the links.

How to Find Your Perfect Mesa Neighborhood

• Denise Hurd
• 03/29/23

Explore Mesa’s surrounding neighborhoods and discover the best one for you.

• Denise Hurd
• 10/22/25

What Is the Average Income Needed to Buy a House in Arizona?

• Denise Hurd
• 10/22/25

How Much Money Do You Need to Live Comfortably in Arizona?

• Denise Hurd
• 10/22/25

Will the Arizona Housing Market Crash?

• Denise Hurd
• 10/22/25

How Is the Arizona Housing Market in 2025?

• Denise Hurd
• 10/22/25

Do You Need a Realtor to Buy a House in Arizona?

• Denise Hurd
• 10/22/25

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House in Arizona?

• 10/16/25

Living with a View: Finding Arizona Homes with Stunning Mountain Scenery

• Denise Hurd
• 10/16/25

Arizona Down Payment Assistance Programs 2025 Explained

• Denise Hurd
• 10/14/25

Arizona First-Time Buyer Assistance: How to Get Started

• Denise Hurd
• 10/14/25

Chandler, AZ Sales Tax Explained: What Buyers Should Know

• Denise Hurd
• 10/10/25

Chandler, AZ Sales Tax Explained: What Buyers Should Know

• Denise Hurd
• 10/10/25

Living in Gilbert, AZ: Why This East Valley City Stands Out

• Denise Hurd
• 10/9/25

Why Mesa Stands Out: What This Arizona City Is Known For

• Denise Hurd
• 10/9/25

Mesa’s Location Explained: Distance to Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Beyond

• Denise Hurd
• 10/7/25

Why Is Paradise Valley So Expensive?

• Denise Hurd
• 10/7/25

Arizona Real Estate Values in 2025: A Local Perspective

• Denise Hurd
• 10/6/25

Is Paradise Valley More Expensive Than Scottsdale? Here’s the Truth

• Denise Hurd
• 10/6/25

What Is an “Inscription House” in Arizona? Meaning & Context

• Denise Hurd
• 09/29/25

How to Buy a House in Arizona: A Step-by-Step Guide

• Denise Hurd
• 09/29/25

Arizona Homestead Exemption: Protecting Your Property Explained

• Denise Hurd
• 09/29/25

Can You Homestead Your House in Arizona? Here’s What to Know

Arizona Home Prices & Neighborhood Trends

• Denise Hurd
• 09/29/25

Arizona Home Prices in 2025: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

The Best Interior Design Trends Right Now

• Denise Hurd Realtor
• 06/22/23

From your kitchen cabinets to your bathroom rug, there’s a trend for it.

$75 Million Paradise Valley Mansion Raises the Roof on Phoenix Luxury Real Estate

• Denise Hurd
• 03/9/23

A 40,000-square-foot home being built in Palo Cristi would likely be the most expensive home ever built in Arizona.

Plan the Perfect Scottsdale Date Night

• Denise Hurd Realtor
• 06/23/23

Romantic escapes in the heart of Scottsdale.

Why Steam Rooms and Saunas Are Ideal for Health-Conscious Homebuyers

• Denise Hurd
• 08/31/23

WHY SECONDARY HOMES ARE BECOMING MORE POPULAR WITH THE AFFLUENT

• Denise Hurd
• 10/6/22

4 LUXURY HOME STAGING TRENDS FOR 2023

• Denise Hurd
• 03/10/23

HOW TO BOOST THE APPEAL OF A PROPERTY WITH LUXURY HOME STAGING

ACHIEVE MORNING PERSON STATUS

• Denise Hurd
• 03/13/23

Ever wish you could become one of those rare morning people? The ones that wake with a start, feeling refreshed and energized. ...

CONSIDER THIS: WHEN TO REFINANCE

• Denise Hurd
• 03/17/23

Refinancing your mortgage is something most homeowners consider at least once throughout the lifespan of their home loan. It al...

CREATE AN EVACUATION PLAN FOR YOUR PETS

• Denise Hurd
• 03/20/23

An evacuation plan is a necessity for every home, especially if you live in an area where fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, flood...

CREATE THE OFFICE OF YOUR DREAMS

• Denise Hurd
• 03/24/23

Whether you work full-time at home or occasionally need to conduct business in the evenings or on the weekends, a home office a...

DISPELLING REFINANCING MYTHS

• Denise Hurd
• 03/27/23

“Refinancing” is a scary word for many people, but that shouldn’t be the case for you. For many homeowners, refinancing can not...

EASY LANDSCAPING DIY PROJECTS

• Denise Hurd
• 03/31/23

Ever get the itch to do a DIY project? Whenever we do, our favorites involve getting outdoors and mixing up our landscaping fea...

Arizona Just Might Be Every Golfers Dream

• Denise Hurd
• 04/3/23

If you're an avid golfer looking for a new place to call home, Arizona might just be the perfect destination for you.

5 Great Reasons to Invest in the Arizona Real Estate

• Denise Hurd
• 04/21/23

Invest In Arizona Real Estate Market In 2023. Here Are 5 Great Reasons Why!

GIVE YOUR DECK A FACELIFT!

• Denise Hurd
• 04/24/23

Hanging out with your family or hosting friends on your old, dingy deck is not very appealing. Lucky for you, refreshing it doe...

HOW YOU CAN FINANCE YOUR HOME RENOVATION

• Denise Hurd
• 04/28/23

Outdated kitchen. Overrun backyard. Unusable basement space. If you have a home renovation project on the mind, the first thing...

Here’s how the Arizona luxury home market is heating up

• Denise Hurd
• 05/5/23

Arizona has long been a refuge, attracting people from other parts of the country for a variety of reasons. From agreeable weat...

PRIORITY TASKS FOR YOUR MOVE IN

• Denise Hurd
• 05/8/23

Moving into a new home is an exciting time, and you’re probably daydreaming about decor and paint schemes and new furniture. Bu...

FINDING THE RIGHT MATTRESS

• Denise Hurd
• 05/12/23

You’ve got more options than ever when mattress shopping these days with no shortage of brick-and-mortar and online-only retail...

TAKE 5: WHAT TO NEGOTIATE WHEN BUYING A HOUSE

• Denise Hurd
• 05/19/23

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the negotiation part of the transaction can be a little daunting ...