Author: Sara Dietz

20 Years Living in Arizona: How Moving Here at 18 Changed My Life I was 18 years old, moving from a small town in Washington state to attend Arizona State University. I had visited Arizona exactly once before deciding to move here. I barely knew anyone. I didn't know which...

Scottsdale has more world-class private golf communities than almost anywhere in the country. Here's the complete breakdown of home prices, membership costs, and waitlists for every major community in 2026.

How Do You Buy a Home in Scottsdale While Living Out of State? Remote buying used to be the exception. Now it's a significant part of what I do — and with the right process, it works really well. Here's exactly how I walk out-of-state buyers through a Scottsdale purchase...

Scottsdale vs. Paradise Valley vs. Arcadia: Which Phoenix-Area Neighborhood Is Right for You? This is the question I get more than almost any other: what's the actual difference between these three areas, and which one is right for me? The honest answer is they're not interchangeable. They serve different lifestyles,...

Most people moving from California to Scottsdale know Arizona is "cheaper" but cheaper how, and by how much? The answer is bigger than most expect. Here's the honest breakdown of what your money actually does when you make the move.

From Silverleaf's custom estates to Old Town's walkable energy to the 85254 'Magic Zip,' Scottsdale's best neighborhoods each serve a completely different lifestyle. Here's how to find yours.