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Wildfire Preparedness and Insurance Are Now Closing Issues in Rim Country

Wildfire Preparedness and Insurance Are Now Closing Issues in Rim Country blog chaz July 6, 2026 Real Estate As insurance underwriting changes in wildfire-prone areas, CAAR members are being encouraged to address mitigation, defensible space, and insurance availability earlier in the transaction. By Dennis R. RiccioPresident, Central Arizona Association of REALTORS®July 2026 CAAR members gathered […]

Condos, Townhomes, and Patio Homes

Condos, Townhomes, and Patio Homes blog CAAR June 29, 2026 Real Estate By Central Arizona Association of REALTORS® President Dennis Riccio A buyer may be prequalified. The unit may appraise. The inspection may be acceptable. The seller may be ready to close. But in a condo, townhome, patio home, or certain HOA-governed property, there is […]

When Buyers Ask About Gravel Pits, Mines, and Future Land Use Around Payson

When Buyers Ask About Gravel Pits, Mines, and Future Land Use Around Payson blog CAAR June 23, 2026 Real Estate By Central Arizona Association of REALTORS® President Dennis Riccio Every so often, a buyer asks a question that reminds us how important local knowledge and due diligence are in our profession. Recently, I was working […]

From Fire Safety to Insurability: What REALTORS® Need to Know About Wildfire Preparedness

From Fire Safety to Insurability: What REALTORS® Need to Know About Wildfire Preparedness blog CAAR June 15, 2026 Real Estate By Central Arizona Association of REALTORS® President Dennis Riccio Wildfire risk is increasingly being evaluated at the parcel level, including the home, roof, vents, decks, vegetation, and the first five feet around the structure. Wildfire […]

Manufactured Homes, Park Models, Tie-Downs, and Carports: What Central Arizona REALTORS® Should Know Before Listing or Selling

Manufactured Homes, Park Models, Tie-Downs, and Carports: What Central Arizona REALTORS® Should Know Before Listing or Selling blog CAAR June 8, 2026 Real Estate Practical risk-management guidance for manufactured homes, park models, tie-downs, and accessory structures in Central Arizona resale transactions. By Dennis Riccio, President, Central Arizona Association of REALTORS®Co-authored by Steve Cantrill, Treasurer, Central […]

Rim Country’s Spring Market Rewards Strategy Over Speed

Rim Country’s Spring Market Rewards Strategy Over Speed blog CAAR May 26, 2026 Real Estate By Dennis R. Riccio, President, Central Arizona Association of Realtors https://youtu.be/97k6pSyM5Zs The Rim Country real estate market did not slow down this spring. It matured. Buyers remained active. Sellers brought more homes to market. And the difference between a successful […]

Beyond Firewise: Why Rim Country Homes Need Fire Hardening Too

Beyond Firewise: Why Rim Country Homes Need Fire Hardening Too blog CAAR May 18, 2026 Real Estate By Dennis R. Riccio, President, Central Arizona Association of Realtors https://youtu.be/hhx8y7y_SRw In Rim Country, wildfire preparedness starts with both the land around the home and the structure itself. As REALTORS® and brokers in Rim Country, we do more […]

What CAAR Members Heard from Arizona REALTORS®

From the Capitol to Central Arizona blog CAAR May 11, 2026 Real Estate By Dennis R. Riccio, President, Central Arizona Association of Realtors https://youtu.be/fgw0nW4-RM4 CAAR members gathered at The Golf Club Chaparral Pines for a legislative and advocacy update from Arizona REALTORS® representatives Tim Beaubien and Matthew Deike. Our May CAAR Business Breakfast at The […]

From the Capitol to Central Arizona

From the Capitol to Central Arizona blog CAAR May 4, 2026 Real Estate By Dennis R. Riccio, President, Central Arizona Association of Realtors https://youtu.be/bQPIRrPFC90 On May 6, CAAR members will have a rare opportunity to hear directly from two people who help carry the REALTOR® voice to the Arizona Capitol. Tim Beaubien and Matthew Deike […]