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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
No one works for free unless they volunteer to local not for profits or other similar organizations. People have bills to be paid, necessities to purchase such as rent, mortgage, utilities, groceries and hopefully enough money left over for a lunch, dinner or some new outfit.As real estate agents are licensed by the state just like doctors, dentists, financial advisors, however there is a one REALLY BIG difference.Real estate agents are not paid until a successful real estate transaction has been completed. Yes, there are some agents who have a retainer fee that may or may not be subtracted from their overall agreed to compensation.The majority of real estate agents are independent contractors. As such, these agent are small business owners who have up front expenditures including: mark...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Yesterday when driving I heard Chuck Mangione’s instrumental of “Feels So Good.”  Often that is the feeling I have when a client makes a referral.  Those types of referrals reaffirm that my business practices are sustainable and even more important highly ethical.In hearing this rendition, I decided to stop by one of my happy buyers who has made numerous referrals to me and makes me “feel so good.”  This buyer, Jamie Greenberg and her father bought a site-built house on 5 acres with horse stalls and a large lighted arena in Kingman, AZ nearly six years ago. (Yes, Jamie gave me permission to use her name.)Since then, Jamie has added to her already busy schedule by boarding a few horses along with buying one for herself.  Buying a horse was a dream Jamie had and purchasing this property m...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Sometimes life happens.  When those daily, monthly or even yearly challenges subside, we are once again able to resume our schedules, our routines, living our lives.For me, that means my hiatus from Active Rain is for the most part over and I can resume writing and submitting my blogs to this dynamic forum. Also I am able to travel to take photos of all the vacant land, dirt as I love selling dirt. In the last few days, I have taken over 100 plus photos of dirt here in Mohave County, AZ.  Of course, sometimes when we get back in the saddle, we may have lingering fears of another unforeseen life happens challenge.  This fear is often “False Evidence Appearing Real.”I am reminded of these words by John Wayne:"Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.”Life is a series of co...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
For several decades my health has been very good to exceptional. No major health issues. No doctor ordered prescriptions.Unfortunately, sometimes life happens and things change.  Since mid-August 2025 I have been experiencing not the best of health. Nothing really significantly serious, but for me who has been quite active, serious enough. My health care provider believes I was exposed to long term COVID as I have the many of the symptoms. I do not believe in COVID tests due to my cynical nature. On top of that “great” news, after five plus decades of typing, my wrists decided to suddenly to hurt and the diagnosis was carpel tunnel. I am in the process of meeting with the surgeon which is another long and boring story. Add in seeing double that was due to a new glass prescription that w...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Understanding the Mohave Valley AZ Real Estate MarketWhen it comes to Mohave Valley AZ real estate, buyers and sellers alike are discovering that this desert community along the Colorado River offers a rare balance of affordability, lifestyle, and investment potential. Whether you’re seeking a riverfront retreat, a vacation property, or a full-time residence, Mohave Valley combines small-town comfort with access to boating, golfing, and wide-open desert landscapes.As a local realtor, I’ve seen firsthand how this market has evolved, attracting everyone from retirees looking for sunshine to families searching for more space without sacrificing affordability. Below, I’ll walk you through the housing options, lifestyle amenities, and current trends shaping real estate in Mohave Valley, AZ.A...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Living in the high desert, there are many adjustments to be made beyond the open range, wild burros and dirt roads.  During Monsoon season, there are numerous road signs that state:Do Not Enter When Flooded or Turn Around Don’t DrownNow some folks may not understand the force and velocity hidden within the running water traveling through these numerous desert washes.First, the desert is often viewed as flat and that is another misconception. The topography of the desert is undulating. There are small to rather larger depressions. Often these land depressions are called washes.Second, even a few inches of running water, 3” to be exact, can knock an individual off of his or her feet.If the running water is 6” deep, then the individual may lose control and can be carried with the water thr...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Sometimes, professional real estate agents will share what they know about specific real estate facts or issues. This sharing is often without any expectation of compensation or a real estate sales referral.Several years ago a local social media group of which I am a member had some questions about Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions aka CCRs in its particular subdivision located here in Golden Valley. As I have created an electronic library of CCRs within Mohave County, I was able to quickly provide that information to those within this social media group.Imagine my surprise today when I received a call from one of those social media group members. This individual was a complete stranger. His comment to me was “I remember your sharing that information about CCRs regarding our subdiv...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
The first time I heard “this property is on water.” My head almost did a 360 because coming from the Midwest to be on water usually meant a river, creek, pond or lake.In my very short time here in rural Golden Valley, AZ, I did not know of any actively running streams or lakes. However, I quickly learned here in the rural high desert of Mohave County along with many other western states, “to be on water” means a local rural water company is piping water into the residential property.So what is the solution if the property is “Not to be on water?" There are several solutions.#1 - The water is piped into the home from a local rural water company. We have four local water companies in Golden Valley, AZ.#2 – A - Well (Privately Owned), in some instances, the property has an existing well or...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
As a professional listing agent who truly loves selling dirt (usually smaller vacant land parcels, one to 10 acres), I treat all “dirt” listings with the same respect as I do larger vacant land parcels those 10 acres or more with considerable higher value.This past week I drove 150 miles to take on the ground real time photographs of 5 lots in two different rural areas about 25 miles apart. Four of the five (5) parcels ranged in acreage 1 to 3 acres. Property number five was 37.45 acres. By personally driving to each parcel I can determine the best access, type of recommended vehicle such as street, SUV, higher clearance or 4x4, provide far more accurate directions with mileage and what is probably most important, I get a sense of the property.For example, on one lot (37.45 acres) there...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Often sellers have a desire to list their residential properties or vacant land parcels at a price often higher than the local real estate market reality.  This is why comparing apples to apples within the competitive market analysis is quite critical.I was reminded of this clash with a recent request to list a vacant land parcel with utilities here in Golden Valley, AZ. Given there was already a much larger parcel with utilities just down the road less than 1/10th of a mile, the competitive market analysis (CMA) clashed with the seller’s listing price.  Even though I have been in this industry just 8 years, I realized this clash would only create ill will if I did list it as the sellers were adamant about securing a bottom line much higher than current real estate market conditions.Yes...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
For those folks traveling south on Stockton Hill Road, they are greeted by this impressive sign and additional incredible art work as they enter the northern boundaries of the City of Kingman, AZ. Images of the Wild West come to mind.  Here are some possibly obscure facts about the City of Kingman, AZ Kingman is named after Lewis Kingman, an engineer for the Atlantic an Pacific Railroad Andy Devine was born in Flagstaff, but grew up in Kingman as his father owned the Beale Hotel. Many events and part of old RT 66, Andy Devine Ave. are named after him. Beale Street in historic Kingman is named after Lt. Edward Fitzgerald Beale, a U.S. Navy Officer assigned to the Army Corps of Topographical Engineers. Beale had orders to build a federal wagon trail across the 35tth parallel. Another orde...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Being in sales of with over 20+ years of corporate B2B that involved lots of negotiation especially when inflation was high, contracts were almost unprofitable as many competitors were just attempting to keep the door open, I honed my sales negotiation skills.  Often my competitors in this particular industry of pipe, values and fittings did not quote the exact items even though the specifications were explicit along with the application.In this industry of pipe, valves and fittings, learning was by the seat of one’s pants as there were rarely any classes on specific materials. If there was one of those rare class, the class was presented by the sales representative. Often I would take manufacturing product books home to read to understand PSI, tensile strength, application, etc. Fast f...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
This very recent real estate transaction that touched my heart began with a referral from Steffy Hristova  who was part of a four (4) person referral chain that stretched from CA to AZ.  The referral was an opportunity to sell a small vacant lot, .14 acres, in a subdivision in Fort Mohave, AZ nearly 90 minutes away. My belief is I personally handled all sales referrals if I can. Also I love selling dirt! ❤️Sixty minutes after I placed the sign at 12 Noon on a Thursday, I received three (3) offers on this property. One was a low ball; another lower than asking price and one was a full price offer. This vacant land transaction closed with the full price offer in 20 days and all parties very satisfied. Then about 10 days later, I received the most heartfelt thank you from the seller who wa...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
No this is not an April Fool's joke. This posting is about when a fool, as in me, believes she can do what she did in years gone by. When I first started in real estate over eight (8) years ago here in Mohave County, AZ with Dirt Road Real Estate, I was eight years younger. I had little difficulty in pounding for sale signs or direction signs into the dirt or rather what often seems like concrete.  Well, time does take a toll on one’s body as evidenced by sore arm and shoulder muscles.NOTE: Out here in the high desert of Golden Valley and other areas, the ground is almost like concrete filled with rocks, small and large.Recently, I saw a posting (video) on Facebook about using a drill for starting the holes for placing for sale signs. And like an epiphany, I had two thoughts: Why hadn’t...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
For both home sellers and buyers, understanding the data nuances within a particular area is essential and even critical to listing your property at the most competitive price or buying your property at the most comparative price.For example, addresses attributed to Kingman AZ are divided into 295 subdivisions. These subdivisions range from 40+ acre ranches to .15 acre city lots.  Looking from the 40,000 foot perspective, Kingman in June of 2025 had a median (not mean) days on market of 45 and closed 116 sales with a median sales price of $281,875. The most interesting statistic was the list price published was received 98.6%. Currently there is a 2.9 months supply which suggests overall Kingman is still a seller’s market.Just outside the city limits of Kingman is the subdivision of Cer...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
We all face significant professional changes over the years  whether we are active in the B to C or the B to B Worlds. Upon reflection I realized this one, significant professional change has had the most lasing impact on my various career paths.Over 25 years ago I met a woman named Laura Novakowski. Laura was a retired nurse, held a MBA and was like me working with a training and development licensing firm. We quickly bonded and shared rooms during annual conferences, worked together on strategic planning and leadership consultations and even wrote a book though the book was never published because Laura passed away far too soon.Laura introduced this very high “D” person (Problem Solver) and relatively low I (People Person) to emotional intelligence (EQ). Through this exposure to EQ, I...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
This blog posting is my third entry to the July 2025 challenge hosted by Patricia Feager and Lew Corcoran  of “How Have You Changed?” My response in this blog posting to this challenge be somewhat unique.The song for the Gambler recently played and it reminded me how change is often like card playing.  Everyone is dealt a very large hand of cards.  How those cards are played over the years are echoed by these words of  “know to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, know when to walk away and know when to run.”One example is all the card dealing dealt by real estate generating sales leads to referrals firms including real estate brokerages. We have the opportunity draw a card to schedule an appointment. The initial marketing and sales pitch does not reflect the actual scheduled call. We may d...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Coming from the Midwest that is mostly flat, I truly never had a problem even driving rolling hills. However out here in Golden Valley as well as other cities and towns in Mohave County there are lots of dirt roads, high hills, shallow to deep washes, one lane roads on the side of a mountain. I became a High Desert Dirt Road Explorer. After eight (8) years I have learned to adapt to this entirely new topography. Some people think the desert is flat and that is 100% in error. The high desert landscape is undulating with sudden declines or inclines of one (1) to six (6) feet or more at 45 degree angles.When we first moved out here, I had a PT Cruiser and that vehicle was not designed for the dirt roads of Mohave County.  We then purchased two (2) used 4-door Ford Expeditions 4x4 which ser...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Today is the first day this month I have had 30 minutes to write this posting for the July 2025 challenge hosted by Patricia Feager and Lew Corcoran of “How Have You I Changed.”When I first decided to enter the real estate industry after 20+ years of corporate sales, 20+ years of being a strategic executive leadership consultant and small business sales coach, I thought this would be a part-time role and my focus would be as a buyer’s agent only.Well, now after eight years of which each year I gain more dirt listings and far fewer buyer’s agents transactions, this shift has been a huge change. Of course, I do things differently and visit each vacant land parcel before I accept the listing and I take actual photos. Then if I earn the listing, I provide directions with mileage, place sign...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Fort Mohave, Arizona is quietly becoming one of the top destinations for homebuyers seeking affordable desert living, proximity to the Colorado River, and a strong sense of community. Nestled in Mohave County just south of Bullhead City, Fort Mohave offers a blend of residential comfort, recreational appeal, and investment potential. Whether you’re relocating, buying your first home, or selling property in the area, understanding the real estate landscape is key.In this guide, we’ll explore Fort Mohave, Arizona through the lens of market trends, community features, and the most popular neighborhoods.Why Choose Fort Mohave, Arizona?Fort Mohave is an unincorporated community that combines the serenity of desert landscapes with the convenience of being close to shopping, healthcare, and ou...
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Bullhead City, Arizona, sits on the banks of the Colorado River, directly across from Laughlin, Nevada. Known for its warm climate, recreational opportunities, and relatively affordable cost of living, it has become increasingly attractive to retirees, remote workers, and first-time buyers alike. But is Bullhead City a good place to live? As a local realtor with hands-on experience in the Bullhead City housing market, I’ve helped dozens of families evaluate whether this desert community is the right place to call home. Below, I’ll outline the key pros and cons for homebuyers considering a move to this unique corner of Arizona.Pros of Living in Bullhead City1. Affordable Real EstateOne of the biggest draws to Bullhead City is its affordable housing. Whether you're looking for a starter h...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Within the real estate industry, sometimes we, as professional real estate agents, fail to remember that as individuals:You’ve got a friend in me.That friend is often another professional real estate agent.This friend is there:"When the road looks rough ahead"And this may include dirt roads filled with rocks, ruts, washes and open range cattle, OH MY! Then we may fail to remember that:“You’ve got troubles, I’vet got em too”Of course, some of our own friends may make this statement:“There isn’t anything I wouldn’t do for you.”Yet there is strength in numbers, only if that number is two:“We stick together, we can see it through.”For those professional real estate agents who have been in the real estate industry for more than a couple of years may believe:"And as the years go by""Our frien...
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By Leanne Smith, The Grit and Gratitude Agent
(Dirt Road Real Estate)
Have you ever listed a vacant land property, reviewed the past sales, toured the property and thought “If I am fortunate, the property should sell with 45-60 days?” Never in your wildest dreams did you ever think it would sell quickly. This past week after placing a For Sale Sign on this .14 acre parcel located at 4460 S Cielo Azul Dr.,  Fort Mohave, I received 3 calls within 3 hours and within 24 hours had one written offer and two verbal offers. After sharing the two verbal and one written vacant land offers, I mailed off the written offer to the seller who does not have Internet access.When I  called the seller and told her that I received 3 calls within an hour of placing the sign, she was beyond happy.  Then when I called her and said a written offer was going in the mail on Monday...
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