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At The Craig Hartranft Team, our primary focus is on YOU, the client. Our number one priority is providing you with excellent customer service, while representing your interests. Agents on our team specialize in working with either buyers or sellers so that they are able to provide the custom representation that you deserve, with a high level of expertise.
Craig is a Lancaster County native who began a career in real estate after time in the Air Force and as a Lancaster City police officer. Craig decided to start a real estate team in order to help families through what is often one of their largest life transitions, and now has over 30 years of experience in local real estate. Our team has now grown to over 20 members who are all committed to helping our clients first and foremost.
This devotion to serving our customers is why we have been Berkshire Hathaway’s #1 team in Lancaster County for the past several years; as well as #4 nationally in Berkshire Hathaway for total homes sold in 2023, #5 in 2022 and 2021, #2 in 2020, #3 in 2019, and #5 in 2018, 2017, and 2016. In 2024 alone our team sold 444 homes, amounting to over $178 million dollars in sales.
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Craig Hartranft
Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty
717-560-5051
Blogs & Headlines
Memorial Day Weekend Happenings Around Lancaster, PA
By Craig G. Hartranft | May 21, 2025
The unofficial kickoff to summer is almost here! Memorial Day Weekend in Lancaster County offers a variety of events and activities for all ages. Here’s a guide to some of the happenings in and around Lancaster, PA. Be sure to click links for all specifics like dates, event times, pricing, and more: 21st Annual Country... Read More
The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked
By Craig G. Hartranft | May 19, 2025
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... Read More
Prequalification vs. Preapproval: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
By Craig G. Hartranft | May 14, 2025
If you’re planning to buy a home, you’ve probably heard the terms prequalification and preapproval thrown around—sometimes even interchangeably. While they sound similar, they serve very different purposes in the homebuying process. Understanding the difference can help you set realistic expectations and make you a stronger buyer in a competitive market. What Is Prequalification? Prequalification... Read More