Real estate is as personal for me as it is for the people I serve.
I am a champion, facilitator and embodiment of the American Dream.
I am a REALTOR.
That’s my why. What’s your why? I’ll help you get there. … More Why I Am a REALTOR. What’s Your Why?
There is nothing more enigmatic to a generation of people than the generation behind it. Millennials are certainly no exception. They often get a bum rap…just like my Gen X got from the Baby Boomers ahead of us. I think they are often misunderstood because the world Millennials were born into and came of age … More Do 46 Million Millennials Know They Are Mortgage Ready?
That is one of the questions people most frequently ask me. My answer is always…probably not as high as you think. While it is true that the higher your FICO score, the more likely you are to get the most favorable interest rate, having a not-so-perfect score might not keep you from obtaining a mortgage … More What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy A House?
The real estate market can be as unpredictable as the weather. But just as meteorologists use reports and trends to formulate their forecasts, REALTORS do too as we analyze the market. It’s one of the most crucial pieces of homework I do for my clients in order to ensure that I provide the appropriate guidance … More 2 Reports That Say Now Is a Great Time to Sell
The only perfect time to buy a home or sell your house is when you are ready. That said…in a time of freshness and renewal, many people feel they are ready to make their move in the Spring. If you are one of those people, here are some tips to prepare yourself to achieve your … More Win This Spring Real Estate Market
In the last few years, every single buyer client that I helped to achieve their dream of homeownership submitted many offers on many properties before they ultimately made their purchase. More often than not, these offers were at or over asking price and included substantial downpayments yet they still fond themselves on the losing end … More What’s Going On with Bidding Wars?
We survived the lost hour yesterday with the big changeover to Daylight Savings Time. It is the official-unofficial start to Spring! If you have been thinking of taking the leap into homeownership, there are many reasons why this Spring real estate market is the perfect time to do it. My friends in real estate, KCM, … More 4 Reasons to Buy a Home in the Spring
When I started my real estate career in 2003, my broker told me not to get too used to business climate. “Real estate is cyclical,” she would say. “Just because the market is this way today, doesn’t mean it will stay this way tomorrow. The only thing we know for certain is that the market … More Thinking of Selling? The Pleasant Surprise of How Much Your Property’s Value Increased in Just the Last Year
If you are thinking about making a move, the process can seem overwhelming and you might not know where to begin. I always suggest figuring out what your budget is before you go shopping. With a home purchase, that means getting a preappproval from a reputable lender. In many markets across the country, the amount … More Getting Preapproved: Why This Should Be Your First Step Towards Home Ownership
During an election year, we hear all kinds of opinions from politicians about what We, The People want. Well…The People have already spoken. What they want is their American Dream of homeownership to come true. Fortunately, Judy Cangemi Your Friend in Real Estate can help! In a recent post, Trulia examined whether homeownership was again … More 2016: In This Election Year the American Dream WINS!
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