• Why April 12–18 is the “Sweet Spot” 🎯

    Why April 12–18 is the “Sweet Spot” 🎯,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Historical trends show that homes listed during this mid-April window benefit from a unique surge in buyer demand. See this article from Realtor.com-https://www.realtor.com/research/best-time-to-sell-2026/. Here is what that looks like in practice:More Eyes on Your Listing: Homes hit the market this

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  • The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

    The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner,kcm crew

    While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast. Based on their analysis of historical trends, the ideal week to put your house on the market

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  • You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.

    You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.,kcm crew

    Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan. But there are still things you can do to get the best rate possible in today’s market. It starts with having the right information. So, what’s causing the bumps in rates? And what c

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  •  My Travels Have Taught Me One Thing…

     My Travels Have Taught Me One Thing…,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    From the rugged landscapes of Iceland and the sun-drenched Canary Islands to the breathtaking cliffs of Santorini, I’ve seen some of the most beautiful corners of the world. One thing that always stops me in my tracks? Seeing that familiar RE/MAX sign in the most remote places. Whether it’s a villa

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  •  February 2026 Market Snapshot: The RI Real Estate “Squeeze”

     February 2026 Market Snapshot: The RI Real Estate “Squeeze”,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Having spent over 25 years navigating the Rhode Island real estate market, I’ve seen many cycles, but February 2026 is certainly one for the record books. We are currently facing a “perfect storm” of low inventory and economic headwinds that are shaping a very unique landscape for both buyers and se

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  • The Remodel You’ve Been Dreaming About May Be Closer Than You Think

    The Remodel You’ve Been Dreaming About May Be Closer Than You Think,kcm crew

    That kitchen you’ve been mentally redesigning… The bathroom that really needs a refresh… Or the outdoor space you keep saying you’ll get to someday… What if you already have what you need to finally make it happen? Because a growing number of homeowners are realizing just that. Homeowners are expect

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  • There is a reason so many neighbors trust Anastasia Kaufman with their biggest investment! ❤️

    There is a reason so many neighbors trust Anastasia Kaufman with their biggest investment! ❤️,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    We are thrilled to celebrate Anastasia for achieving Top Listing Volume at RE/MAX Revolution. This award is a testament to the countless hours she spends advocating for her sellers and ensuring every detail is perfect. Success is built one happy client at a time, and Anastasia is proof of that! 🏠🌟

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  • Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States

    Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States,kcm crew

    For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too. At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better. But here’s something you may have miss

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  • 3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers

    3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers,kcm crew

    Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before. And trying to think of everything you need to do can feel like a lot. But here’s the key. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. And you don’t have to do it a

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  • The #1 Reason Buyers Walk Away (And How To Get Ahead of It)

    The #1 Reason Buyers Walk Away (And How To Get Ahead of It),kcm crew

    You may have seen headlines on social saying the number of buyers backing out of their contracts is on the rise – and has recently reached a high not seen since 2017. That can sound intimidating. But it varies a lot by market. And here’s the key thing to understand if you want to sell. A lot of the

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  • One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures

    One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures,kcm crew

    Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash. So, let’s do exactly what your brain already wants to do, and see if there’s any connection there. The simple truth is foreclosure filing

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  • How Do You Sell Your House?

    How Do You Sell Your House?,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Nervous about selling? These steps will walk you through it. Written by Susan Kelleher on June 27, 2025 Have you been thinking, ‘I want to sell my house, but where do I start?’ If so, you’re not alone. The typical seller lives in their home for 12 years before putting it up for sale, and they spend

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  • Middle-income homebuyers have $30,000 more buying power than a year ago, research finds. It’s still not enough

    Middle-income homebuyers have $30,000 more buying power than a year ago, research finds. It’s still not enough,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Sat, Mar 7 20269:30 AM EST By: Sarah Agostino Lifestylevisuals | E+ | Getty Images When it comes to buying a house, affordability continues to slowly improve. U.S. households that have a median income — an estimated $86,300 — and enough money for a 20% down payment can now afford a $331,48

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  • February home sales see small rebound, but supply growth is ‘sluggish’

    February home sales see small rebound, but supply growth is ‘sluggish’,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Tue, Mar 10 202610:00 AM EDTUpdated Tue, Mar 10 202612:44 PM EDT By: Diana Olick February home sales see small rebound Home sales made a small gain to start the year, but higher mortgage rates now could throw cold water on the spring season. Existing home sales in February rose 1.7% from J

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  • Weekly mortgage demand from homebuyers increased despite big interest rate volatility

    Weekly mortgage demand from homebuyers increased despite big interest rate volatility,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Wed, Mar 11 20267:00 AM EDTUpdated Wed, Mar 11 20268:24 AM EDT By: Diana Olick A prospective buyer and a real estate agent look through a window in a bedroom during an open house at a home in Seattle, Washington, US, on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. David Ryder | Bloomberg | Getty Images As the w

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  • Investor ban on buying homes stalls housing affordability bill

    Investor ban on buying homes stalls housing affordability bill,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Wed, Mar 11 202612:04 PM EDTUpdated 3 Hours Ago By: Emily Wilkins Homes in suburban Chicago, April 26, 2023. Brian Cassella | Tribune News Service | Getty Images A major housing affordability bill poised to clear the Senate as soon as Thursday will hit a wall in the House, in part over con

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  • If Your House Isn’t Getting Offers, Read This.

    If Your House Isn’t Getting Offers, Read This.,kcm crew

    Online searches for “can’t sell house” just hit an all-time high according to Google Trends. So, if your house has been sitting on the market without any bites, you’re not the only one. But it's also not the end of the road.  Homes are selling every day, so you can turn this around. You just need to

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  • Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

    Should You Wait for Lower Rates?,kcm crew

    Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one. A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like some kind of magic number. As if moving fr

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  • 📉 RI Single-Family Market Highlights for January 2026

    📉 RI Single-Family Market Highlights for January 2026,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Based on the latest data from the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, the 2026 market is starting with some significant shifts. While sales volume has hit a 15-year low, prices continue to climb, signaling a complex landscape for both buyers and sellers. Here is a quick breakdown of the January 2

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  • Spring Sellers Have an Edge. Here’s Why.

    Spring Sellers Have an Edge. Here’s Why.,kcm crew

    Homeowners looking to sell usually want three things: plenty of interested buyers, strong offers, and a short timeline. Spring is the season that most often delivers all three. So, if a move has been on your mind this year, this is the window where momentum tends to work in your favor. Here’s what m

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