• Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

    Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025,kcm crew

    Some Highlights Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you. Mortgage rates are expected to come down slightly. There will be more homes available for sale. And as inventory rises, home price growth will moderat

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  • 🎉🎉🎉: JUST SOLD: 22 Stillwater Dr, Cumberland, RI 02864

    🎉🎉🎉: JUST SOLD: 22 Stillwater Dr, Cumberland, RI 02864,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Visit my website at: https://www.anastasiakaufman.com/ Here’s my Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com/AnastasiaRealtor/ Anastasia Kaufman, GRI,ABR,SFR,CDPE,SRS Cell: 401-338-2749 Email: Anastasia@anastasiakaufman.com

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  • 🏡🏡🏡NOW UNDER CONTRACT: 102 Quail Creek Road North Attleboro, MA 02760

    🏡🏡🏡NOW UNDER CONTRACT: 102 Quail Creek Road North Attleboro, MA 02760,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Single Family – Colonial TOTAL ROOMS: 10 BEDS: 4 BATH: 2.5 Sun-drenched and Stately- this is THE ONE! Custom Built Four Bedroom Colonial on a beautiful lot in a gorgeous subdivision in North Attleboro. The Oversized eat in maple kitchen has Granite, Tile Backsplash and newer (2019 ) Stainless steel

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  • Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?

    Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?,kcm crew

    If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this nagging thought may be holding you back: “why would I give that up?” But when you ask that question, you may be putting your needs on the back burner without realizi

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  • Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership

    Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership,kcm crew

    Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home. Maybe you’re one of them and you're wondering: Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy your first home? Or is it possible you could st

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  • Why Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions Right Now

    Why Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions Right Now,kcm crew

    Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and more. In the industry, it’s called a concession or an incentive. What Are Concessions and Incentives? When a seller or bui

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  • 🎉🎉🎉NEW LISTING: 11 Winslow Way, Swansea, MA: Touisset

    🎉🎉🎉NEW LISTING: 11 Winslow Way, Swansea, MA: Touisset,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Single Family – Attached – MLS # 73369213 Total Rooms: 11                             Bed: 5                    Full Bath: 3                  Half Bath:   1 Welcome to 11 Winslow Way, a distinguished Colonial nestled in Swansea’s coveted Touisset Point. This home was thoughtfully upgraded to elevate

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  • Home Projects That Boost Value

    Home Projects That Boost Value,kcm crew

    Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Your time, energy, and money matter – and not all upgrades offer the payoff you might expect. As U.S. News Real Estate explains: ". . . not every home renovation project will increase the r

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  • Why You’ll Want a Home Inspection

    Why You’ll Want a Home Inspection,kcm crew

    Some Highlights Once your offer is accepted, an inspector will assess the condition of the house, including things like the roof, foundation, plumbing, and more. That information is incredibly important and paves the way for you to re-negotiate with the seller, as needed. So, you don’t want to skip

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  • Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

    Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year,kcm crew

    From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is really the right time to move. There is one place you can turn to for answers you want the most. And that’s the experts. Leading housing experts are starting to rel

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  • House of the Week: An Elevated South Carolina Vacation Home

    House of the Week: An Elevated South Carolina Vacation Home,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    The owners salvaged design elements from the original 19th-century property, as well as from homes around the area By Sarah Paynter harlotte Artus and her husband, 65-year-old developer Alan Artus, purchased an elevated vacation home on Sullivan’s Island, S.C., for $2 million in 2013. The house, whi

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  • The Most Popular Zillow Listing in Every State

    The Most Popular Zillow Listing in Every State,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    The homes that captured your hearts in 2024. Written by: May Ortega Content Writer 12.30.24 A 70s time capsule in Rhode Island. An actual castle in Wyoming. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s 38,000-square-foot mansion. The popularity contest (home edition) is here, and the results are in. Take a trip

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  • Weekly mortgage demand suddenly surges, despite lingering economic uncertainty

    Weekly mortgage demand suddenly surges, despite lingering economic uncertainty,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Wed, May 7 20257:00 AM EDTUpdated Wed, May 7 20259:53 AM EDT By: Diana Olick A for sale sign is displayed near a home on April 24, 2025 in Austin, Texas.Brandon Bell | Getty Images Mortgage interest rates dropped for the second straight week, although not by a lot. That was thanks to more

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  • The Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady this week. Here’s what that means for your borrowing costs

    The Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady this week. Here’s what that means for your borrowing costs,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Tue, May 6 20257:00 AM EDT By: Jessica Dickler watch nowVIDEO04:34Fed isn’t losing control of inflation or inflation expectations, says Roth Capital’s Michael Darda On the heels of a stronger-than-expected jobs report and elevated inflation readings, the Federal Reserve is expected to hold

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  • 🏡🏡🏡COMING SOON: 11 Winslow Way, Swansea, MA 02777 (Touisset)

    🏡🏡🏡COMING SOON: 11 Winslow Way, Swansea, MA 02777 (Touisset),anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Single Family – Attached – MLS # 73369213 Total Rooms: 11                             Bed: 5                    Full Bath: 3                  Half Bath:   1 Welcome to 11 Winslow Way, a distinguished Colonial nestled in Swansea’s coveted Touisset Point. This home was thoughtfully upgraded to elevate

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  • Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others

    Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others,kcm crew

    As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger. But why is that? As Redfin says: “. . . today’s housing market has been topsy-turvy since the pandemic. Low inventory (though rising) and high prices have created a strange mix: Some homes ar

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  • 🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 110 Fisher Street Millville, MA 01529

    🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 110 Fisher Street Millville, MA 01529,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Nestled on an 11-acre private wooded lot. This 3-bed Dutch/Gambrel-style home has so much to offer. Enter inside the inviting living room, complete w/ a bow window & cozy fireplace. This beautifully updated (2016) kitchen boasts granite countertops & hickory cabinets. Enjoy the dining area w/ a coff

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  • Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t

    Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t,kcm crew

    With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may make you feel a little worried ab

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  • 🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 152 Central Street, Millville, MA 01529

    🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 152 Central Street, Millville, MA 01529,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Charming Ranch with Spacious Yard & Updates, featuring warm, inviting spaces and thoughtful updates throughout! The family room has freshly painted walls/ceilings stunning wood-burning fireplace sets the perfect ambiance. New vinyl flooring flows through the family room, kitchen, and hallway,. The k

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  • The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked

    The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked,kcm crew

    Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to put 20% down can feel like a major roadblock. But that’s actually a common misconception. Here’s the truth. Do You Really Have To Put 20% Down When You Buy a Home?

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