The lazy days of summer may be winding down, but the excitement of a new school year is just beginning! We're thrilled to jump into this new season and share what we've been working on.

In this month’s newsletter:

We had such an amazing response to the Calitacos gift card giveaway that we’re taking it up a notch… it’s time for a Taco Party! 🎉

As a thank you for your continued support, we’ll be giving away FREE taco plates to our amazing clients and referral partners. It’s truly a privilege to serve Arizona homeowners and future homeowners like you!

We’re covering $1,000 worth of tacos, so come early!

👉 Here’s how it works: Just show up and say “Aaron is my loan officer” — that’s your taco password. 👈

📅 Taco Party Details

Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (or until the tacos run out!) First come, first serve while supplies last.

Location: Calitacos Glendale 5940 N 75th Ave Glendale, AZ 85303

Don’t miss it — tacos taste better when they’re free! 🌮🔥

If you've got a spot in the West Valley you'd recommend, reply to this email and give me the hook up.

Super pumped for Hannah Gort, Austin, and June!! They just closed on an awesome property in New River!

I wonder how long it will take June to talk Hannah into getting her a horse! 🤔 🐴

Watch my latest market update video. 📹

The market is moving fast! Rates just hit an 11-month low, and the Fed is expected to drop them even further. Here’s what it means for you:

🏡 Homeowners: Refinance now! With rates at their lowest in nearly a year, you could:

Lower your monthly payments Shorten your loan term Tap into your home’s equity for home improvements, paying off debt, or funding a down payment on a new home I can help you see what works best for your goals.

📈 Sellers: Homes are staying on the market a bit longer—strategy is key. I can connect you with top local agents who know how to price, market, and negotiate to get your home sold. Reach out for a no-obligation analysis to see how much your home could sell for and how quickly we could sell it.

🔑 Buyers: 23,000+ homes are on the market (up from 13,000 last year)! More choices, more leverage, and perks like:

Closing Cost Credits – save cash at closing Rate Buydowns – temporarily lower your mortgage rate Down Payment Assistance Programs & Homebuyer Grants – make it easier to cover upfront costs and get into your new home sooner.

Ready to make a move? Call me, and let’s find the opportunity that’s right for you

Let’s look at some data.

Looking at the data, the market is pretty much the same as it was in August of 2024. It is taking two weeks longer to find a buyer on average, but the number of sales and pricing metrics are unchanged. This sounds familiar, because the data is basically the exact same as it was for July!!

The market is holding steady, prices are mostly unchanged. Hearing from agents that more of their client’s are beginning to consider jumping back into the market. Interest rates being at their lowest points in almost a year has been in the news and I believe that has caught the attention of a lot of potential buyers.

If you are among the group of people on the fence, we should talk. The opportunity to take advantage of falling rates may be a brief window of time, it is best to be prepared in advance, and take action when the right house presents itself.

This month, we're featuring a fantastic local business, F&F Carpet Cleaning, Inc., owned by my good friend, Fred!

I've known Fred for nearly 15 years, and I can personally vouch for the incredible work he and his brother do. Serving the Valley since 1996, they're experts in everything from carpet and tile cleaning to upholstery and air duct cleaning. While they serve the entire Valley, their office is located right in Scottsdale.

They even offer specialized cleaning for Oriental and Persian rugs, handled with care right in their shop. Their dedication to customer satisfaction is clear—they've earned a perfect 100% recommendation from dozens of happy clients.

So if you need any cleaning done, you'll be in good hands. Be sure to tell them AA sent you!

You can contact them at (480) 314-4800 or check out their website at FnFCarpetCleaning.com 

Two acres, equestrian set up, tons of garage & workshop plus lots of open space & real grass? Oh, and you’re still in the city and have easy access to the best amenities?

The house is pretty nice too, with a beautiful kitchen and modern features. This is truly an all in one estate!

See all the pics here.

Can you still get a decent place for under $250k? You sure can, and actually there are quite a few options out there for you to choose from.

This 2 bed, 2 bath condo unit is located near 59th Ave & Olive Ave in Glendale, and it is super sharp & full of upgrades, including a nice remodeled kitchen.

You can see all the pics & info here.

Thank you to everyone who completed the survey, and entered the August taco giveaway which was a $50 gift card to Calitacos. The winner is…Jessica Fisher! Congratulations!

Our recent cooler weather has all of us excited to get outside and enjoy some fresh air. (Tell your dogs, my dog’s say hi.🐶)

Thinking about your next home? Reach out, I’d love to chat with you about what may be possible to help get you in your dream home. There are some good options for refinancing your current mortgage too.

You can call or text me on my personal cell at (602) 705-9835 or reply to this email.

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