The John Sposato Podcast

It’s November, the windows are open, and the Valley is finally livable again. Fall looks a little different in Phoenix than it does in the rest of the country, but the signs are all there if you know where to look. In this video, we count down the 10 ways you know fall has arrived in Phoenix, and the top item is a tradition we look forward to all year. You’ll recognize some of them immediately, like somebody in a sweater when it’s 79 degrees outside. Watch the video, and if you’ve worked with us before, keep an eye on your inbox.

Getting your offer accepted can feel like the finish line, yet a lot can still unravel a deal before you ever get the keys. An inspection showing the house needs a new roof or an HOA rule on pets or parking that doesn’t fit your lifestyle can change how you feel about the purchase. In this video, we walk through five of the biggest reasons buyers cancel after going under contract and how the right guidance helps you spot them early. Watch the video to see what can happen between contract and keys.

What would you do if someone tried to sell your home and you didn’t even know about it? Deed fraud happens more often than most Arizona homeowners realize, and by the time the real owner finds out, it can become a pretty big legal and financial mess. In this video, we walk through a free tool from the Arizona Department of Real Estate that works as an early warning system for your property. It’s almost like a Google alert for your house, and it covers everything from homes to vacant land and agricultural property. Watch the video to see how it works and how to register.

If you're renting and holding out for the perfect home, you might be waiting longer than you need to. It took us until our fourth home to land in what we'd call our dream house, and each move along the way made the next one possible. In this video, we explain why your first home doesn't have to be your forever home and how it can become the stepping stone to what's next. Watch our video to see whether buying makes sense for you right now.

If you bought or sold in Phoenix back in 2021, you remember the chaos: multiple offers, bidding wars, and homes flying off the market over asking price. Five years later, the market looks like a completely different world, and the numbers tell a striking story. In this video, we compare the 2026 and 2021 Phoenix markets side by side and break down exactly what the shift means whether you're buying or selling right now. From the share of homes still selling below asking to why the under-$400,000 range stays competitive, this is the read you need before your next move. Watch the video to see where the Phoenix market really stands today.

In our last video, we made the case for why fall can be a great time to sell a home in Arizona. But what if you're on the other side of the deal, keys in hand instead of a listing? Everyone assumes spring is the season to buy. In this video, we walk through the advantages of buying in the fall versus the spring, and what to weigh if you're on the fence about timing your move. Watch now to see whether this fall is your window.

Most people assume spring is the only real season to sell a home. Here in Arizona, the market runs on its own rhythm, and once the summer heat breaks, buyers come back out in force. In this video, we walk through why fall is one of the most overlooked selling windows in the Phoenix metro, and the seasonal advantage a lot of sellers never think to use. From returning snowbirds to why your home simply shows better this time of year, we cover what actually makes the timing work. Watch our video to see whether this fall is the right moment to make your move.

If you've lived through a Phoenix summer, you know the drill: the moment the forecast hits triple digits, the fun moves indoors, or it doesn't happen at all. But there's more out there than another afternoon at the mall. In this video, Wendy and I run through six places around the Valley where our families actually enjoy summer, including one in Mesa where you can surf real waves without leaving the desert. Watch our video to see where we're headed this season, and stick around for the invite at the end.

Every year, U.S. News ranks the best places to live in America, and for 2026, the Phoenix metro area earned some serious recognition, with seven Valley cities making the list. Gilbert jumped all the way to #57 nationally, and Chandler wasn't far behind with a big move of its own. In this video, we walk through every Phoenix metro city that made the list, why they're drawing families and professionals, and the kind of value buyers can still find here. Watch our video to see where your city landed.

Did you know there are three simple things that could save you thousands of dollars as a homeowner, and most people have no idea about them? They each touch your pocketbook directly, from a gap in your insurance coverage to a couple of mortgage moves that add up fast. In this video, we walk through all three: the water and sewer line coverage most policies leave out, how a little extra principal can knock years off your mortgage, and how to drop your PMI payment for good. Watch our video to see how much you could save.