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Val Dubberly

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#ColdwellBankerRealty 29+ yrs experience w/Short Sales, 1st Time Buyers, Relocation, Buyers/Sellers, Land, Investors & more! R U Ready? I am! #valdubb

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🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻

Whether you're out trick-or-treating, carving pumpkins, or enjoying a spooky movie night at home, we hope your day is filled with plenty of fun, laughter, and sweet treats.

Have a safe, happy, and frightfully fun Halloween! 🧡🕸️

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #happyhalloween #spooked #ghosts #happyselling #realestate #homebuyingjourney by @val_dubb_realtor

A gentle reminder: every milestone, big or small, is worth celebrating on your journey to homeownership. 🏡✨ Each step brings you closer to the place you'll call home.

Whether you're just getting started or feeling uncertain about the next move, you're not in it alone. Let’s build a clear, confident plan tailored to your goals and timeline.

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #homebuying #realestatetips #dreamhome #reminder #milestones #goals by @val_dubb_realtor

🏡💕 Every cat deserves a cozy corner to call their own!

This National Cat Day, let's find the purrfect home for you and your whiskered companion. Whether it’s a sunny windowsill or a quiet nook, your fur family deserves the best. 🐾

#nationalcatday #realestate #homesweethome #adoptdontshop #ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor by @val_dubb_realtor

While mortgage rates were significantly higher in the 1980s, home prices were much lower relative to household incomes. Today, buyers are dealing with a mix of higher home prices, borrowing costs, and wages that have not always kept pace.

As a result, even with lower rates compared to decades ago, the overall cost of buying a home can feel more challenging.

Affordability is influenced by far more than interest rates alone, including local market conditions, home prices, financing costs, and individual financial situations.

🌟 The focus should not be on comparing today to the past, but on understanding current opportunities and building a strategy that fits your goals. Reach out for expert guidance on navigating today’s market and exploring your options as a buyer.

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #realestateadvice #homebuyingtips #buyertips #housingmarket by @val_dubb_realtor

Upsizing your home doesn't always mean stretching your budget to the limit. 🏡📈

With the right strategy, it's possible to gain more space while keeping your finances on track.

Here are three ways to make upsizing more affordable:

💰 Know your true budget: Look beyond the purchase price and factor in monthly payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintenance so you can shop with confidence.

📍 Expand your search area: Exploring nearby communities may give you more space and features for the same budget.

🔑 Use your current home's equity wisely: If you've built equity in your existing home, it may provide a larger down payment and reduce the amount you need to finance.

Upsizing isn't just about buying a bigger house. It's about finding a home that better fits your lifestyle while making a smart long-term financial decision.

Ready for more space? Let's explore your options and create a plan that helps you move up without overextending your budget.

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #upsizing #homebuying #realestatetips #homeownership #realestate #dreamhome #homeselling by @val_dubb_realtor

Moving into a new home should feel exciting, not like a last-minute scramble. 🏡

One easy way to make moving day smoother is to have your essential utilities arranged before you get the keys.

⚡ Electricity — Confirm service will be active on move-in day, so you have lights, outlets, and everything else you need from the moment you arrive.
💧 Water — Make sure water service is set up and ready for those first showers, loads of laundry, and everything in between.
🔥 Gas — If your home uses natural gas, arrange service ahead of time for appliances, hot water, or heating.
📶 Internet — Schedule your internet installation early, especially if you work from home or need to stay connected during the move.

A little planning before moving day can save you from scrambling after the boxes arrive.

Save this checklist and check off your utilities before move-in day.

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #movingtips #utilitieschecklist #stressfree #movingday #newhomeessentials by @val_dubb_realtor

Every once in awhile a good email comes through! #cancelled #woohoo by @val_dubb_realtor

Some homes welcome fall with pumpkins, warm blankets, and plenty of layers. Others keep it simple with natural textures, subtle autumn tones, and a few seasonal touches.

Whether the goal is a full seasonal transformation or just a wreath on the front door, decorating for fall is all about creating a home that feels warm and inviting.

Which fall decorating style feels most like home to you?

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #realestate #fallhomedecor #autumnathome #homestyling #interiordetails #seasonaldecor #homeinspiration by @val_dubb_realtor

Are you looking to Sell or Buy? Let's see what the market is doing in your neck of the woods! Reach out and ask! #ValDubb #tucsonrealtor #520990DUBB #makethemove by @val_dubb_realtor

Sometimes, it’s the little moments that make an ordinary day feel special. ☀️☕🌿

A quiet morning with sunlight coming through the windows. A drink in the mug you always reach for. A walk around the community. A good laugh with a friend.

Life moves quickly, but there’s something to be said for slowing down long enough to enjoy what’s right in front of you.

What’s one simple moment that made you smile today?

#ValDubb #520990DUBB #CBRealtyAZ #TucsonRealEstate #TucsonRealtor #simplejoys #momentsofhappiness #slowliving #everydaymagic #littlethingsmatter #dailygratitude by @val_dubb_realtor

We're getting closer to the start of our 21st year of Dubberly Family Toys For Tots Drive @dubberlyfamilytoysfortotsdrive.
Boxes will be distributed soon, and a list of local businesses will be shared...so yoU can donate and drop off at a place near yoU! Items can be also be delivered/shipped right to our home too! (Text me for that address!) #DubberlyToyDrive #EveryToyCounts #ToysForTots by @val_dubb_realtor

👻 What’s scarier than Halloween? Real estate edition 🏡🎃

From unexpected inspection surprises to deals that disappear into thin air, the real estate world has its fair share of frights!

But with a Coldwell Banker Realty agent by your side, navigating the unexpected doesn't have to be scary.
#ValDubb #tucsonrealtor #520990DUBB by @val_dubb_realtor