I’m Leaving…

I became a realtor in 2008, when you had to be one hammer short of a tool box to want to be a realtor.

But I learned to be scrappy and soon after joined forces with my amazing business partner, Michelle Conley. Together, we’ve done hundreds of transactions together with many repeat clients.

But my deeper love has always been public policy, especially around climate, environment, human rights and voter rights.

Since my election loss since 2018, I’ve found a way to work on those issues with amazing people, and it’s taken more and more of my time.

Further, as the real estate market has been eaten up by mega-brokerages, greedy investors buying residential homes and corporate short-term rentals, the market has shrunk for the people agents really should be working for.

If you are a regular reader of this newsletter and/or one of our clients, this is what you can still expect:

1. Michelle will continue to be available for most buyers and sellers. So, if you contact me with a need, I will refer you to Michelle. If she can’t help you, we have a list of amazing agents who can.
   
2. Until my current subscription to the Cromford Report end in September, I’ll share some of their monthly analysis.
   
3. I’ll definitely keep you posted on cool things like Phoestivus, and any special news that our fellow Phoenix lovers might share.
   
4. I still won’t crowd your inbox more than once per month.

Here’s how things will be different:

1. Expect more insights and reflection on policy and politics in Arizona. Heck, my newsletter has been moving that way anyway. So, you’ll see more, and hopefully more in-depth analysis. I’ll still throw in some thoughts on real estate and housing.
   
2. In June I’ll be launching a 12-week van life tour of the western states. I’ll be seeing the sights that I never got to see when I was running for office or starting a business. I’ll also be interviewing people who are doing inspiring things around sustainability, climate change and community. More on that later.

So, that’s it, folks. If you’ve been getting this newsletter for the real estate and local events, I won’t be offended if you unsubscribe.

But I hope you stick with it for a bit. I hope to share insights and experiences that enrich your life. My life has certainly been enriched by writing this newsletter for you every month since 2008.