Author: TheAraizas
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Mortgage Rates Drop to 5.99%: What This Shift Means for Buyers and Homeowners in 2026
Mortgage rates fell to 5.99% for the first time in years. Here’s what’s driving the change and how it could impact homebuyers, sellers, and refinancing decisions in 2026.
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Could Banning Institutional Investors From Single-Family Homes Help Restore the American Dream?
Institutional investors are reshaping homeownership in the U.S. Learn how large-scale home buying affects affordability, competition, and families.
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Thank You, 2025. Hello, 2026.
A grateful reflection on 2025, filled with family milestones, meaningful work, and God’s faithfulness, and a hopeful look ahead to 2026, focused on showing up, serving others, and trusting God with what’s next.
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Fed Cuts Interest Rates to 3.75%–4.00%: What This Means for Arizona Homebuyers
The Federal Reserve has officially cut interest rates to 3.75%–4.00%, marking the lowest level in three years. This change could reshape the housing landscape across Arizona, offering new opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Discover how this decision affects mortgage rates, affordability, and what it means for your next real estate move with The Araizas…
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The Real Truth About Arizona School Closures: It’s Not the Vouchers
Arizona’s school closures aren’t caused by vouchers. They’re the result of financial mismanagement, overspending, and a lack of district accountability. Learn the truth about what’s really happening in Arizona’s education system.
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Big News for Arizona Homebuyers: More Help is Here!
If you’ve been dreaming about buying your first home in Arizona but felt like the down payment was holding you back—this might be your moment. The state just expanded its “Arizona is Home” program, and it’s designed to make homeownership more attainable for first-time buyers. What’s New Governor Katie Hobbs announced an additional $5 million…
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Japan’s Open House Group Now Accepts XRP for Property Purchases—Here’s What It Could Mean for Us
In a groundbreaking move that bridges the gap between real estate and cryptocurrency, Japan’s Open House Group has announced it now accepts XRP for property purchases. Already a major force in Japan’s real estate sector, the company first adopted Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in early 2025. By March 21, 2025, they expanded their crypto…
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Fed Holds Rates Steady — Even After Trump’s Push for a Cut
Despite President Donald Trump publicly urging the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, the Fed stayed the course. In their most recent meeting on July 30, 2025, the central bank left rates unchanged for the fifth time this year, holding the federal funds rate between 4.25% and 4.50%. What’s Behind the Decision? Even though inflation…
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Arizona Homeschool Convention 2025: Highlights, ESA Vendors, and Family Moments
Last Friday, July 18, 2025, we had the joy of attending the 42nd Annual Arizona Home Education Convention (AFHE) at the Phoenix Convention Center. What a delight it was to reconnect with our incredible homeschooling community, explore innovative resources, and witness firsthand how much the convention has grown over the past few years. Growth You…
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Rustic Charm Meets Arizona Freedom: Cozy Cabin on 2 Acres in Concho
If you’ve been dreaming of wide open skies, peaceful mornings, and your own slice of Arizona serenity — this charming cabin in Concho might just be your dream come true. Welcome to 87 N 8098 County Road, a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home nestled on 2 acres of unspoiled high desert land. Listed at $87,000, this property…
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