Divorce is one of the hardest transitions a person can face — and when there’s a home involved, the stress can multiply fast. A house is rarely just real estate. It’s often your largest financial...
Ep 196 – A Practical Guide to Co-Signing Loans: What to Know Before You Say Yes
- November 10, 2025
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When someone you care about asks you to co-sign a loan, it often feels like the supportive thing to do. Parents want to help their children establish credit. Grandparents want to help a grandchild buy...
Ep 195 – Top 5 Remodels That Add the Most Value in Phoenix, Arizona (2025 Guide)
- October 20, 2025
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Why Remodeling Smart Matters in 2025 With construction costs, materials, and energy prices still fluctuating, Arizona homeowners are asking the big question: Which remodel projects actually increase home value — and which ones just drain...
For many first-time homebuyers, the path to homeownership feels overwhelming — and unfortunately, it’s often filled with misinformation. From the idea that you must have 20% down, to confusion about credit score requirements, to uncertainty about down...
Are you a first-time homebuyer in Arizona? Before you start house hunting, there’s one crucial step many buyers skip: getting pre-approved for a mortgage. In Episode 193 of the State 48 Homeowner podcast, we explain why pre-approval can save you...
Ep 192 – Arizona Property Tax Secrets & Title Fraud Red Flags You Must Know
- August 4, 2025
- Tagged as: Arizona property tax, Eddie Cook Assessor, Fidelity National Title, Klaus Team podcast, land scams Arizona, LPV vs FCV, Maricopa County property assessment, property exemptions Arizona, property tax appeal Arizona, real estate scams AZ, State 48 Homeowner, title alert Arizona, title fraud Arizona
If you own a home or land in Arizona, understanding how your property taxes are calculated and how to protect your property from fraud is essential. Many Arizona homeowners are surprised when their tax bill...
Arizona summers are HOT—but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck indoors! In this episode of the State 48 Homeowner podcast, we share 7 exciting and family-friendly ways to beat the heat without leaving Arizona. From epic...
Ep 190 – Cooking with Cast Iron | Bison Steak Recipe Perfect Sear Easy Clean-Up
- July 7, 2025
- Tagged as: Arizona cooking, asparagus recipe, bison steak recipe, cast iron care, cast iron cooking, cast iron skillet, easy dinner recipes, home cooking tips, how to season cast iron, kitchen essentials, Lodge skillet, nonstick cast iron, seasoning cast iron, State 48 Homeowner, steak in cast iron
When it comes to versatility, durability, and downright delicious results in the kitchen, cast iron cookware is in a league of its own. Whether you’re channeling Grandma’s vintage skillet or just picked up a new...
Ep 189 – Is It a Good Time to Buy or Sell? Arizona Housing Market Update 2025
- June 23, 2025
- Tagged as: Arizona real estate, buyer negotiation power, east valley housing market, generational wealth, home buying tips, homeownership benefits, housing market insights, Klaus Team podcast, mortgage rates 2025, price reductions real estate, real estate market update, rent vs buy, selling your home, State 48 Homeowner, Unity Home Loans
In a housing market full of questions, our team gathered to bring clarity. Earlier this month, we hosted a live stream event featuring Scott Kooiman of the Klaus Team, Steve Farrington from Unity Home Loans,...
Ep 188 – Will Your HOA Kill Your Home Sale? | What Arizona Homeowners Must Know in 2025
- June 9, 2025
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Are HOA rules hurting your home value or killing your chance to sell? In this episode of the State 48 Homeowner Podcast, we dive deep into how Arizona HOAs impact home sales—and what you need to know as...