--- title: Kip's Blog | Home Buying Strategies 2026 (2) description: Home Buying Strategies 2026 | Expert real estate advice and market updates for Chandler and Ahwatukee, AZ. Discover home buying tips and local East Valley insights with Kip Wilkins. 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Explore our latest guides on buying, selling, and living in the communities we love.   [![](https://kipsellsaz.com/hubfs/VA%20Purchase.jpg)](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/va-home-loan-benefits-for-arizona-veterans) [Ahwatukee Homes for Sale](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/ahwatukee-homes-for-sale), [Chandler Real Estate](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/chandler-real-estate), [Home Buying Strategies 2026](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026) ## [VA Home Loan Benefits for Arizona Veterans](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/va-home-loan-benefits-for-arizona-veterans) ![Picture of Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png?width=50&name=Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png) [Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/author/kip-wilkins-realtor) May 25, 2026, 7:59:55 PM Many Arizona Veterans Are Closer to Homeownership Than They Think As a REALTOR® serving Ahwatukee, C... 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[Read more](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-a-home-in-the-east-valley) [![](https://kipsellsaz.com/hubfs/Structure%20Provides%20Confidence.png)](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/structure-creates-confidence-in-todays-east-valley-housing-market) [Ahwatukee Homes for Sale](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/ahwatukee-homes-for-sale), [Chandler Real Estate](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/chandler-real-estate), [Phoenix Metro Realtor,](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/phoenix-metro-realtor), [Home Buying Strategies 2026](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026), [kipsellsAZ](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/kipsellsaz), [kipknowsRE](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/kipknowsre) ## [Structure Creates Confidence in Today’s East Valley Housing Market](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/structure-creates-confidence-in-todays-east-valley-housing-market) ![Picture of Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png?width=50&name=Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png) [Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/author/kip-wilkins-realtor) Apr 24, 2026, 6:16:19 PM In today’s East Valley housing market, changing inventory levels, shifting buyer behavior, and ongoi... [Read more](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/structure-creates-confidence-in-todays-east-valley-housing-market) [![](https://kipsellsaz.com/hubfs/Home%20buying%20in%20seven%20steps.png)](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/7-important-steps-to-buying-a-home) [Chandler Real Estate](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/chandler-real-estate), [Phoenix Metro Realtor,](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/phoenix-metro-realtor), [Home Buying Strategies 2026](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026), [kipsellsAZ](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/kipsellsaz) ## [7 Important Steps to Buying a Home](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/7-important-steps-to-buying-a-home) ![Picture of Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png?width=50&name=Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png) [Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/author/kip-wilkins-realtor) Apr 7, 2026, 5:07:48 PM Buying a home in Ahwatukee, Chandler, Gilbert, or the surrounding East Valley can feel exciting—but ... [Read more](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/7-important-steps-to-buying-a-home) [![](https://kipsellsaz.com/hubfs/Now%20is%20a%20good%20time%20to%20buy.png.png)](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/waiting-for-lower-mortgage-rates-could-cost-you-more-than-you-think) [Ahwatukee Homes for Sale](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/ahwatukee-homes-for-sale), [Chandler Real Estate](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/chandler-real-estate), [Home Buying Strategies 2026](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026) ## [Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates Could Cost You More Than You Think](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/waiting-for-lower-mortgage-rates-could-cost-you-more-than-you-think) ![Picture of Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png?width=50&name=Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png) [Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/author/kip-wilkins-realtor) Mar 10, 2026, 5:32:12 PM Many buyers today are sitting on the sidelines waiting for mortgage rates to drop before purchasing ... [Read more](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/waiting-for-lower-mortgage-rates-could-cost-you-more-than-you-think) [![](https://kipsellsaz.com/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%20Phx%20Agent%20.png.png)](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/the-hidden-advantage-ahwatukee-homeowners-have-right-now) [Ahwatukee Homes for Sale](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/ahwatukee-homes-for-sale), [Chandler Real Estate](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/chandler-real-estate), [Phoenix Metro Realtor,](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/phoenix-metro-realtor), [Home Buying Strategies 2026](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026) ## [The Hidden Advantage Ahwatukee Homeowners Have Right Now](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/the-hidden-advantage-ahwatukee-homeowners-have-right-now) ![Picture of Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png?width=50&name=Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png) [Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/author/kip-wilkins-realtor) Mar 3, 2026, 5:14:55 PM What if you didn’t have a mortgage payment on your next home in Ahwatukee? [Read more](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/the-hidden-advantage-ahwatukee-homeowners-have-right-now) [![](https://kipsellsaz.com/hubfs/Kipsellsaz-1.png)](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/the-strategy-that-prevents-listing-limbo) [Ahwatukee Homes for Sale](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/ahwatukee-homes-for-sale), [Chandler Real Estate](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/chandler-real-estate), [Phoenix Metro Realtor,](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/phoenix-metro-realtor), [Home Buying Strategies 2026](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026), [kipsellsAZ](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/kipsellsaz) ## [The Strategy That Prevents "Listing Limbo"](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/the-strategy-that-prevents-listing-limbo) ![Picture of Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png?width=50&name=Kip%20Wilkins%2c%20REALTOR.png) [Kip Wilkins, REALTOR](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/author/kip-wilkins-realtor) Feb 19, 2026, 4:24:16 PM What is My Chandler or Ahwatukee Home Worth? Selling a home in the East Valley—whether it's a luxury... [Read more](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/the-strategy-that-prevents-listing-limbo) [First](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026) [Prev](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026) [1](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026) [2](https://kipsellsaz.com/blog/tag/home-buying-strategies-2026/page/2) Next Last When it comes to buying or selling a home, Kip Wilkins, a REALTOR at Equities Real Estate, LLC, and part of the Arizona Dream Living team, stands out for his professionalism, integrity, and compassion. Serving the East Valley, including Ahwatukee, Chandler, and Gilbert, Kip is dedicated to helping clients make informed and empowered decisions. He has a special talent for working with first-time homebuyers, making the process smoother and less stressful with his knowledge, patience, and understanding. 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