• Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.

    Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.,kcm crew

    Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved. Because here’s what not enough people know. If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – you don’t want to wait until later on in the proces

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  • Can You Guess Which Features Add Value to a Home?

    Can You Guess Which Features Add Value to a Home?,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    10 Value-Adding Home Improvements You Can Do for $1,000 or Less Looking for home upgrades that add value without blowing your renovation budget? This list has great suggestions. Written by Susan Kelleher on June 3, 2025 ZILLOW A farmhouse sink. LED lighting. A pot filler. You might think these relat

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  • Single women see homeownership as ‘a wealth-building tool,’ economist says, but buying remains a challenge

    Single women see homeownership as ‘a wealth-building tool,’ economist says, but buying remains a challenge,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Published Wed, Mar 25 20262:53 PM EDTUpdated Thu, Mar 26 20267:22 AM EDT By: Sarah Agostino Toucanstudios | E+ | Getty Images Single women have long outpaced single men as homebuyers — and they may be pulling ahead financially as well. Among first-time buyers, single women have a median income of $7

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  • Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You

    Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You,kcm crew

    Spend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices. You may even stumble onto social media influencers saying we’re headed for a crash. Let’s get you the context you need. The truth is prices are going to vary dependin

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  • Spring Market Shift: More Options and Softening Prices for Buyers

    Spring Market Shift: More Options and Softening Prices for Buyers,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    By: Anastasia Kaufman As a veteran in this industry for over 25 years, I’ve seen my fair share of market cycles. From the frenzy of the early 2000s to the stagnation of 2008, I’ve learned one thing: Data is your best friend when the headlines get noisy. This week’s Realtor.com® Housing Trends report

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  • 🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 495 GREAT Rd., Lincoln, RI

    🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 495 GREAT Rd., Lincoln, RI,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Single Family – Colonial – MLS # 1403285 Total Rooms: 7                             Bed: 4                    Full Bath: 2                  Half Bath:   0 Rare opportunity knocks for the savvy investor or visionary homeowner! Located in a premier historic area, this 1930s Cape-style 4 BED/ 2 Full ba

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  • 🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 315 Old River Rd,Unit #20, Lincoln, RI

    🎉🎉🎉JUST SOLD: 315 Old River Rd,Unit #20, Lincoln, RI,anastasiakaufman-chime-me

    Single Family – Colonial – MLS # 1401643 Total Rooms: 6                             Bed: 3                    Full Bath: 2                  Half Bath:   1 Welcome to refined, low-maintenance living at The Preserve at Handy Pond, a sought-after 55+ community-unit 20 currently does NOT have an age res

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  • This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market

    This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market,kcm crew

    There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market. Some headlines make it sound like big Wall Street firms are buying up everything in sight. And if you’re trying to purchase a home yourself, that can make it feel like the odds are stacked against you. But when you tak

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  • 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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