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Home sold in north Peoria in 2015.

Real estate has long been a huge part of the Valley economy and the Valley lifestyle, and no one expects that to change anytime soon.

During the height of the housing boom, thousands of people quit their jobs to try to buy and sell homes. Many still head to Zillow or Trulia to check the estimated value of homes, but how much of the information is accurate? Is there a better way?

The Arizona Republic determined there is. It’s called Street Scout. Reporter and columnist Catherine Reagor spoke about the tool.