Arizona Ascent, 16872 E Avenue of the Fountains #103 (2025)

03/07/2025

This July, the mission is clear: fight the heat—and save lives.

DeGeorge Partners has teamed up with Phoenix Rescue Mission to support Code: Red, a heat relief campaign delivering water, hygiene kits, and direct outreach to people experiencing homelessness in Greater Phoenix.

“We’re not just selling homes—we’re part of a community,” says
Karen DeGeorge, of DeGeorge Partners. “When we learned about the Code: Red campaign, we knew we had to do more than donate. We had to take action.”

Want to help?

Drop off bottled water between July 1–31 at:
DeGeorge Partners
16872 E. Avenue of the Fountains, Suite 103
Fountain Hills, AZ
🕘 Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

👉 Read the full story here: https://arizonaascent.com/degeorge-partners-and-phoenix-rescue-mission-are-teaming-up-to-save-lives-this-summer/

20/06/2025

Landlords, this is big. 💥

On Jan 1, 2025, Arizona eliminated the city rental tax (TPT) on long-term rentals (30+ days).

Our tax editor Justin Quen, CPA breaks it down:

That means:
✅ No more city rental tax
✅ No more monthly reports
✅ More $$ in your pocket

In Phoenix, that’s $550+ in annual savings on a $2,000/month rental.

🧾 And if your TPT license was only for long-term rentals? The state may have already canceled it for you.

📖 Get the full breakdown:

👉 https://lnkd.in/gsn9_zK7

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20/06/2025

Arizona’s real estate market isn’t dramatic—it’s strategic. 🎯

Forget the headlines. Behind every luxury listing and quiet price cut is a market that’s shifting—not stalling.

Our team just analyzed the data across 24 cities in Maricopa County, and the biggest takeaway?

There’s no one-size-fits-all market. There are three—luxury, mid-range, and affordable—and each plays by its own rules.

If you want to understand where the market’s heading (and how to move with it), this article is your cheat sheet:

📰 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ghBCM6Hh

Inside you’ll find:
📍 A deep dive by price point
📍 What’s actually moving—and what isn’t
📍 Why strategy now matters more than ever

Whether you’re buying, selling, or advising—get smart, stay ahead. 💡

15/06/2025

🚨 Two trench collapses. One day.

Zero fatalities—but how long will our luck hold?

In our newest feature, Aaron Lavazza and Lavazza Safety pulls back the curtain on two back-to-back trench rescues that unfolded across the Valley in a single afternoon this May.

One worker was rushed to the hospital. The other crew barely escaped.

This is National Safety Month, and the stats in Arizona tell a sobering story:

🔹 103 workers died on the job in 2023—no improvement from the year before
🔹 41% of those deaths were transportation-related
🔹 Falls, slips, and trips claimed 19 more lives
🔹 Meanwhile, national fatalities declined 4%

So why isn’t Arizona moving the needle?

💥 “When safety becomes a checklist, not a culture, it’s not if something goes wrong—it’s when.” — Lavazza Safety

This article isn’t just a story. It’s a wake-up call.

🔗 Read it now: https://arizonaascent.com/arizonas-safety-crossroads-why-proactive-culture-beats-reactive-compliance/

👇 What’s one safety change you’ve seen make a real difference on the job?

15/06/2025

An awesome evening celebrating one year of The Arizona Ascent! 🌵✨

What started as a bold vision to spotlight Arizona’s voices, talent, and culture has grown into a vibrant platform fueled by passion, purpose, and community. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey. Here’s to climbing even higher in the next year. 🎊🙌

14/06/2025

Arizona’s growth isn’t just about rooftops and rising prices—it’s about people stepping into new chapters.

At Arizona Ascent, we’re not just watching the residential real estate market —we’re listening to what it’s really saying about who we are and where we’re going.

Editor-in-Chief brings a rare perspective.

As a luxury realtor and storyteller, she sees firsthand how the housing market is reshaping lives, families, and the future of this state.

This month, we’re diving deeper—unpacking how Arizona’s real estate boom is affecting everything from affordability and local business to identity and belonging.

We’re telling those stories through the people living them.

If you’re helping shape Arizona—through real estate, community, creativity, or vision—we’d love to hear from you. Your voice belongs here.

📩 Reach out: [email protected]

11/06/2025

The City of Scottsdale showed up—and spoke up.

On May 29, the Mustang Library auditorium was packed. Not just with people, but with energy.

Every seat filled. Residents lined the back wall. And at the center of it all:

Mayor Lisa Borowsky, just five months into her first term, in her first major public forum.

No notes. No script. Just an hour of raw, unfiltered questions—on wildfire risks, zoning, water security, and the future of Scottsdale’s growth.

Questions asked, and she answered.

Jennifer Conrad, Managing Editor of Arizona Ascent, was there to capture it.

But what she witnessed wasn’t just a town hall—it was a turning point.

👉 This is what democracy at the local level looks like.

Read the full story → https://lnkd.in/gnXz7CV9

09/06/2025

💼 Just Closed: $8,995 M in Prado Estates — Now Featured in Arizona Ascent

In the heart of 85255, Karen DeGeorge, Jill Haislip, and the DeGeorge Partners team represented the buyer in a $8.995M luxury home purchase—and now the story is featured in Arizona Ascent.

📍 Why it matters: Over 50% of listings face price reductions, getting it right takes more than experience—it takes strategy.

📰 Read how they did it: https://lnkd.in/guGR_bbP

This was more than a sale. It was a smart move in a shifting market.

👉 Would you have made this play in today’s market? Curious what your home is worth in 85255? Drop your thoughts below.

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28/05/2025

🚗 The Broadway Curve: Arizona’s Transportation Game-Changer 🚦

The largest freeway reconstruction in Arizona history is here — and it’s transforming I-10 for 300,000+ daily drivers.

✅ New lanes + HOV lanes
✅ Smoother flyover ramps
✅ Less congestion, faster commutes
✅ $130M in time savings + big environmental wins

This isn’t just a road project — it’s the future of Arizona’s growth and sustainability.

🌟 Get the full scoop in Arizona Ascent Magazine →
🔗 https://lnkd.in/grn9Gnpv

23/05/2025

Peoria, Arizona — Not Just Growing, BOOMING! 🌵✨

Since 2020, Peoria’s population has jumped 5.2%, hitting 201,000 residents in 2025 — and the momentum is only picking up.

What’s fueling this transformation from a quiet suburb to one of the Valley’s most exciting cities?

💥 Economic Power Moves:
✅ Amkor Technology → $2B investment + 2,000+ high-paying jobs
✅ TSMC → $12B semiconductor plant driving a regional tech boom
✅ Recognized for attracting global industry giants

🏡 Housing Market at a Glance:

Median list price → $589,138

Market Action Index → 37 → still a strong seller’s market

🌳 Why People Are Moving Here:
✔️ Thriving job market
✔️ Affordable homes
✔️ Excellent schools + low crime
✔️ Great recreation + a true community vibe

Peoria isn’t just growing — it’s thriving. Families, retirees, and young professionals are all discovering opportunity and lifestyle here.

🚀 Want the full story on Peoria’s rise — and what it means for real estate, jobs, and community life?
🔗 Click here to read: https://lnkd.in/gJ3E-A7V

💬 What excites you most about Peoria’s growth — the tech boom, the housing market, or the lifestyle? Share your thoughts in the comments!

19/05/2025

📉💥 Think a market dip is bad news? Think again.

Our new article—featuring expert insights from Justin Quen, CPA, our tax editor—shows Arizona investors how to turn volatility into opportunity with capital gains tax strategies.

Here’s the surprising part:
✅ Bought an asset after 2011 + held it over one year?
Arizona lets you deduct 25% of the gain from taxable income.

That’s more 💰 in your pocket — and a smart move in unpredictable markets.

✨ Don’t leave money on the table. Check out Justin’s tips and learn how to work smarter, not harder.

👉 Read the article now: https://arizonaascent.com/turn-losses-into-leverage-smart-tax-moves-for-arizona-investors/

16/05/2025

🏡✨ What happens when one of America’s fastest-growing housing markets cools — but doesn’t stall?

In 2025, Phoenix is turning the page and writing a new chapter in real estate — one filled with resilience, opportunity, and long-term potential.

Not long ago, the Phoenix market was on fire 🔥 — with bidding wars, record-high offers, and soaring home values.

But fast-forward to today, and things are shifting:
✔️ A little calmer
✔️ A little more measured
✔️ Still full of opportunity

📈 Here’s a quick snapshot:
➡️ +0.08% price increase (Dec ‘24–Feb ‘25) vs. 0.41% U.S. avg
➡️ 2.3% price growth over the past year vs. 4.9% nationally
➡️ Phoenix now ranks 16th out of 20 major U.S. cities for price growth

The frenzy may be over — but Phoenix isn’t slowing down. 💥 There’s still plenty of room for smart moves, big dreams, and fresh opportunities.

✨ Check out the full article to see what’s next for Phoenix real estate!

https://arizonaascent.com/the-phoenix-housing-market-in-2025-a-new-chapter-of-opportunity/

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