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I was raised with servant leadership and advocacy as core values, so getting involved in real estate advocacy came naturally. We advocate for our clients in every negotiation and, through our state and national associations, we fight for communities and property rights by lobbying legislators. We share real stories and data on how laws impact the public. Advocacy protects homeownership—one of the strongest paths to generational wealth—and keeps us engaged in solving the housi

U.S. existing-home sales decreased 5.9% month-over-month and 2.4% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.02 million...

In residential real estate, sellers often wait anxiously for buyer feedback after showings, hoping for validation or signs of interest. While it may feel important, feedback is often vague, misleading, or unhelpful. Relying too much on it can lead to unnecessary stress and confusion. The truth is, serious buyers don’t leave hints—they make offers. If someone is genuinely interested, you'll know without having to ask.

U.S. existing-home sales rebounded from the previous month, rising 4.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.26 million units,...

Sometimes buyers ask me which house they should buy. I always explain that’s a decision only they can make. It’s their money, and they’re the ones who have to live there. My role is to offer professional insight—what a home might sell for, its long-term value potential, and any red flags that could affect resale. But ultimately, choosing the right home is a personal decision only the buyer can make.

U.S. existing-home sales fell for the first time since September, slipping 4.9% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of...

Many sellers ask if they should make changes to their property prior to listing it for sale. I almost never recommend major renovations...

U.S. existing-home sales advanced for the third straight month, climbing 2.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.24 million units,...

I think Black History month is the perfect time for a housing history lesson. I believe we should always learn from our past. Knowing...

U.S. existing-home sales improved for the second consecutive month, rising 4.8% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.15 million...

2024 was another challenging year for buyers. Nationally, we saw the lowest number of closings in over 30 years and a large decrease of...

U.S. existing-home sales rose 3.4% month-over-month and 2.9% year-over- year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.96 million units,...

What is the APA and how does it impact the world of real estate and home ownership? The Adirondack Park was created in 1892 and...

One of the biggest changes in how we do business locally came this August. All Realtor®s representing buyers, must have their buyers sign...

U.S. existing-home sales slid 2.5% month-over-month and 4.2% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.86 million units,...

What does September’s rate cut mean for real estate? While mortgage interest rates are not directly tied to the Fed rate, they are...

U.S. existing-home sales increased for the first time in 5 months, as lower mortgage rates and rising supply helped boost market...

Ever wonder why the estimated value you see online for your home doesn’t match what a real estate professional told you it’s worth? Or...

U.S. existing home sales fell 5.4% month-over-month and 5.4% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.89 million units,...

I just wanted to share with you, this important message from our State President regarding how the NAR settlement affects New Yorkers.