Author name: Brittany Shumway

Brittany Shumway is an Arizona native who has proudly called Mesa home her entire life. From an early age, she’s been drawn to homes, not just how they’re built, but how they feel. Brittany believes a house becomes a home through intention, creativity, and with the people who live there. That is why she chose real estate, she loves helping others see the potential in every space. Her passion for real estate comes from a deep appreciation for beauty, functionality, and the memories created within a home’s walls. Whether it’s envisioning how a family can grow into a space or helping clients imagine what their next chapter could look like, Brittany brings care, thoughtfulness, and heart to every step of the process. When she’s not working with clients, you’ll most likely find Brittany cheering on her kids at their sporting events, tending to her garden, or finding joy in creating a warm, welcoming home of her own, usually with a sweet treat close by. She values family, balance, and the little moments that make a house truly feel like home.

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The Scary Cost of Home Neglect: What Deferred Maintenance Really Costs Queen Creek Homeowners

Every homeowner has a list of things they keep meaning to get to: the sprinkler zone that never quite works, the AC that sounds a little louder than last year, the hairline crack in the stucco. In Queen Creek, where heat, sun, and (for many properties) acreage-sized upkeep all stack up, “later” gets expensive faster

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Why Fall Is a Smart Time to List Your Mesa Home

Conventional wisdom says spring is the best time to sell a home, but in Mesa, fall has real advantages that don’t get talked about nearly as often. If you’ve been holding off on listing because you assumed you’d missed your window, here’s why that assumption might be costing you. The Weather Actually Works in Your

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Home Warranty or Not? What Mesa Sellers Should Weigh Before Listing

If you’re preparing to list your Mesa home, you’ve probably seen home warranties mentioned as a seller add-on, but it’s not always clear whether they’re actually worth including. Here’s a straightforward look at what they cover, what they cost, and when they genuinely help a sale. What a Home Warranty Actually Covers A home warranty

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Understanding Property Taxes in Mesa, Arizona: What Every Homeowner Should Know

Property taxes are one of those homeownership costs that everyone pays but few people fully understand. Whether you’re a new Mesa homeowner trying to make sense of your first bill or a longtime resident wondering why it went up again, here’s a clear, practical breakdown of how it actually works. Who Sets Mesa Property Taxes

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The Scary Cost of Home Neglect: What Deferred Maintenance Really Costs Mesa Homeowners

Every homeowner has that one thing on the list they’ve been putting off: a slow leak under the sink, an AC unit that’s been making a strange noise since last summer, a roof that’s “probably fine.” In Mesa’s climate, small maintenance issues don’t stay small for long, and the true cost of ignoring them is

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What Happens If My Maricopa Home Doesn’t Appraise for the Offer Price?

Getting a call that your Maricopa home didn’t appraise for the agreed-upon offer price is genuinely stressful, whether you’re the buyer or the seller. It can feel like the deal is falling apart. The good news: an appraisal gap doesn’t automatically kill a transaction, and there are several realistic paths forward. Why Appraisals Sometimes Come

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How to Become a Decluttering Pro Before Selling Your Maricopa Home

If you’re getting ready to list your Maricopa home, decluttering is one of the highest-return, lowest-cost things you can do before you put up a sign. It costs you time rather than money, and it can genuinely affect both how quickly your home sells and what buyers are willing to offer. Here’s how to approach

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Why Maricopa, Arizona Is Worth a Serious Look for Homebuyers

If you’ve spent any time house hunting in the Phoenix East Valley, you already know the frustration: shrinking lot sizes, rising prices, and homes that get multiple offers within days. Maricopa doesn’t get talked about nearly as often as Mesa, Gilbert, or Queen Creek, but for buyers willing to look a little further south, it

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I Got Outbid on a House in Gilbert, Now What?

Losing out on a home you were genuinely excited about is discouraging, especially in a competitive market like Gilbert where well-priced homes in desirable areas can attract multiple offers quickly. If this just happened to you, take a breath , getting outbid once, or even a few times, doesn’t mean something is wrong with your

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Gilbert vs. Chandler: Which East Valley City Fits Your Lifestyle?

Gilbert and Chandler sit right next to each other in the East Valley, and it’s genuinely common for buyers to cross both off their list without a clear sense of what actually separates them. Both are excellent choices, but they offer a meaningfully different day-to-day experience. Here’s an honest comparison to help you figure out

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