News - Tucson Association of REALTORS®

Pima County Voters Approve Props 418 and 419, Investing in Southern Arizona’s Future

Written on March 11, 2026.

Pima County voters have approved Propositions 418 and 419, signaling strong support for investments that will strengthen transportation, improve community safety, and support long-term economic growth across Southern Arizona. The Tucson Association of REALTORS®, a major supporter of the...

Southern Arizona Housing February Brief

Written on March 5, 2026.

The Southern Arizona Housing Report is a monthly briefing from the Tucson Association of REALTORS® that provides key insights into the regional housing market. Delivered directly to local elected officials, the report highlights trends in home sales, pricing, inventory, affordability, and factors...

January Housing Brief

Written on February 24, 2026.

Affiliate Member Chris Edwards Named Grand Marshal of the 101st Tucson Rodeo Parade

Written on February 24, 2026.

The 101st Tucson Rodeo Parade as we celebrate tradition, connection, and this year’s Grand Marshal, T.A.R. long-Time Affiliate Member Chris Edwards, owner of Tucson Appliance Company. Known to many as “Mr. Tucson,” Chris has spent decades giving back to local families, schools, and organizations...

Celebrity Bartending Event Raises $25,000 for Children’s Clinics

Written on February 6, 2026.

The Tucson Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network raised $25,000 for Children’s Clinics during its Celebrity Bartending Event in October 2025. This annual event brings REALTOR® and affiliate members together for a lighthearted cocktail-making competition that benefits the Tucson...

Romeo Arrieta on Why Tucson Is One of the Nation’s Top Cities to Move to in 2026

Written on January 20, 2026.

Tucson is officially having a moment. According to a new national ranking from Stacker, top 10 most popular places in the U.S. to move to in 2026, Tucson is projected to be the fifth-most popular city in the U.S. to move to in 2026. In a recent interview with 13 News, local leaders including...

Tucson Association of REALTORS® Promotes Lisa Nutt to Vice President of Education

Written on January 12, 2026.

The Tucson Association of REALTORS® has promoted Lisa Nutt to Vice President of Education and School Administrator, recognizing her leadership in expanding and modernizing member education. Since joining T.A.R. in 2024, Nutt has increased continuing education offerings and attendance by 50...

Leading With Purpose: Tucson REALTOR® Honored for Community Impact and Service

Written on January 9, 2026.

Service Beyond Sales: A Tucson REALTOR® Recognized for Leadership and Community Service Eunice Gillis, a REALTOR® at the Oro Valley/Marana office of Coldwell Banker Realty, has been recognized by the office of Juan Ciscomani with a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition. She received...

MLSSAZ Promotes Monica Solis Peña to Chief Operations Officer

Written on January 5, 2026.

The Multiple Listing Service of Southern Arizona (MLSSAZ) is pleased to announce the promotion of Monica Solis Peña to Chief Operations Officer of the MLS. In this position, Monica will oversee all operations of the MLS, which provides a cooperative real estate database of listing and sale...

T.A.R. Advocacy Scores Major Victory: Middle Housing Ordinance Passed

Written on December 22, 2025.

Last week, the City of Tucson took a decisive and long-overdue step to address its housing shortage by approving a citywide Middle Housing ordinance. This critical code amendment expands housing production opportunities by allowing conforming residential lots above a certain size to develop...