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A monthly podcast by the Arizona Association of REALTORS® dedicated to equipping REALTORS® and Real Estate professionals with the news, tools, and stories to better serve your clients and communities.
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On this episode of Arizona REALTORS® Voices Tim Beaubien, Arizona REALTORS® Senior Director of Government Affairs, joins us for an in-depth preview of the 2026 legislative session. He breaks down the association's top priorities at the Capitol, ranging from inventory shortages and private property rights to the critical nuances of water policy and construction defect laws. This conversation highlights how the Arizona REALTORS® acts as the primary voice protecting the interests of both real es...
The relationship between real-time data and a REALTOR®'s success is essential for navigating today’s nuanced housing market. Many professionals struggle with the noise of national headlines, which often fails to capture the unique, pocket-to-pocket shifts happening right here in Arizona. From the impact of seasonality on luxury sales to the surge of new construction incentives in the West Valley, understanding local trends is a common factor in staying competitive. Despite the pressure of a c...
The relationship between real estate professionals and legal guidance is essential for navigating today’s complex and fast-paced market. Many brokers struggle with the pressure of real-time transactions, often reflecting on how quickly industry changes and contract nuances can create significant hurdles. Shifting market trends, such as changes in seller compensation and new Commissioner Rules, are common factors that play a role in complicating these professional dynamics. Despite these chall...
Join us for the final Arizona REALTORS® Voices Podcast of the year as we recap 2025 with Past President Sindy Ready and look ahead to 2026 with President Lisa Paffrath. Together, they reflect on key moments from the past year, share insights from members, highlight advocacy successes, and discuss what’s next for Arizona REALTORS®.
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Fallos, mortgage consultant with Reasy Financial and U.S. Army veteran, to break down the VA loan program and what REALTORS® need to know. Tom covers common misconceptions, recent changes from the VA Home Loan Reform Act of 2025, how VA appraisals work, and how agents can better support veteran buyers. If you'd like to work with Tom, please see his contact info below: 📞Cell: 602-488-2779 📞Office: 623-352-8910 📧 Email: tom.fallos@reasyfinancial.com
If you’re a REALTOR®, you may already be familiar with RPR (REALTORS® Property Resource) and you might even use it with every client. What other database lets you pull market reports, explore neighborhood insights, access flood mapping and turn it all into client-ready reports? On this episode of the Arizona REALTORS® Voices podcast, 2025 President Elect Lisa Paffrath chats with Liz Gunski from RPR. Liz breaks down how to leverage Next-Gen Reports, how RPR supports commercial REALTORS®,...
Arizona REALTOR® Kristine Vowles recounts her story of bravely surviving an attack after showing a property. Too often, real estate professionals are targeted, making this REALTOR® Safety Month the perfect time to revisit your safety protocols. In the years since, Kristine has worked tirelessly to heal, achieve remarkable career milestones, and advocate for safety on behalf of herself, her team, and all REALTORS®. Her story is a powerful reminder of the risks agents face and the importance of...
Tim Beaubien, Senior Director of Government Affairs, sits down with Arizona REALTORS® Head of Political Strategy, Tom Farley, to break down the biggest wins and toughest challenges REALTORS® faced at the Capitol in 2025. From defeating HB 2003 to short-term rentals and tackling water and wildfire issues, this recap covers it all. Plus, a preview on what could be on the horizon in 2026, from institutional investors to deed fraud and more. We're here to be Your Voice at the Ca...
Two seasoned Arizona REALTORS® share how specializing in niche real estate markets helped them stand out and build thriving businesses by going deep instead of broad right from the start. Michelle Shelton and Al Anderson break down the power of lifestyle-focused real estate through their niches: horse properties and golf communities. They share actionable advice on identifying and reaching your niche audience so you can consistently work with your ideal clients (whether they're beginner eques...
Industry veteran Sherry Chris stops by Arizona REALTORS® to joins us to talk about her role as special advisor to NAR CEO Nykia Wright and how she’s strengthening relationships between NAR and brokerages nationwide. From embracing change to rebuilding trust and supporting brokers post-settlement, Sherry shares honest insights and a hopeful outlook for the future of real estate. Tune in to hear what she had to say!
Real estate professionals face unique challenges, from unpredictable markets to emotional labor and the constant pressure to perform. These stressors can take a toll on even the most experienced agents. In this episode, we sit down with Arizona REALTORS® Member Debra E-Leon and Ignacio Leon, certified Mental Health First Aiders and founders of the Xan You Matter Foundation, to explore why mental wellness is not just personal but professional. They share their journey following the loss ...
Curious about the latest trends in Arizona's Housing market? In this week's Arizona REALTORS® Voices Episode, seasoned broker Todd Menard, breaks down: Buyer Behavior Inventory Trends Interest Rate Realities Why Local Data Matters Get the monthly Arizona Housing Reports from Arizona REALTORS® here.
Tim Beaubien, the Arizona REALTORS® Senior Director of Government Affairs is our guest on the podcast to share the initiatives on the line for 2025 regarding: Water Availability Housing Supply, Affordability, and Rental Tax Insurance Concerns Short-Term Rentals and what's being done about Deed Fraud Learn more about the Arizona REALTORS® Legislative and Political Affairs department here.
The best prepared real estate practitioners with the highest standards need their technology to be working for them all the time. As a FREE Member Benefit, we equip our REALTORS® with technical support whenever and wherever they need it through the Tech Helpline! On this episode of the Arizona REALTORS® Voices podcast we’re speaking with two of their incredible support agents, Jessica Smith and Karl Johnson. They have seen it all and they are equipped with the patience to guide you thro...
For this episode of the Arizona REALTORS® Voices podcast, we're speaking with Arizona REALTORS® Line Officers, 2024 President, Shelley Ostrowski and 2025 President, Sindy Ready. Get a glimpse of what is coming up for Arizona REALTORS® in 2025 and listen in as we reflect on a monumental 2024!
For our November gratitude episode of the Arizona REALTORS® Voices podcast we're speaking with Arizona Housing Fund Founder, Howard Epstein, and Designated Broker, Michele Williamson, about how our REALTORS® can get involved and give back with the Arizona Housing Fund. The Arizona Housing Fund raises money to help our state get equity grant funding to the nonprofit agencies that build and operate permanent affordable supportive housing, so more units can be constructed to meet the grow...
This episode of The Arizona REALTORS® Voices podcast we're speaking with Abbie Fink, President of HMA Public Relations, to share the strategy behind our the Arizona Association of REALTORS® “Hire a REALTOR®” consumer ad campaign that’s been disseminated across social, print, radio and more! This campaign is geared to help consumers understand the incredible value of working with a REALTOR®. You can learn more here: https://www.hireazrealtors.com/
This month on The Arizona REALTORS® Voices podcast we're speaking with Sandy Fabritz, a renowned subject matter expert and trusted leader in Arizona water policy, to keep our members informed about the state of water supply in Arizona. Learn about water rights, water acquisition, conservation, water supply sustainability and the 100-year supply strategy from Sandy in this episode! September is REALTOR® Safety Month so we invited 2022 Arizona REALTORS® President, Gary Nelson to discuss best R...
On this episode of Arizona REALTORS® Voices were speaking with AAR staff members Jan Steward, Director of Risk Management and Aaron Green, General Counsel to discuss what you need to know when it comes to the 18 new and revised forms available to Arizona REALTORS® on August 1, 2024. We also have guest Tom Farley, Former AAR CEO and current Managing Partner at Cornerstone Public Affairs, to recap the highs and lows of the 2024 Legislative Session. The most up to date information regard...
We’re speaking on the revised Real Estate Agency Disclosure and Election form otherwise known as the READE Form with designated Brokers, Barry Kramer and Jeff Murray alongside our Arizona REALTORS® General Counsel, Aaron Green. Listen for tips on when to present the READE form to clients, how the READE form will help you grow your business, and notations on changes you need to be aware of.
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