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    2025 Real Estate Market Forecast

    By Craig G. Hartranft | November 7, 2024

    If you’re considering a move in 2025, you’re not alone in wondering what the real estate market might look like. After years of rapid changes, from skyrocketing home prices to fluctuating mortgage rates, 2025 is expected to bring a shift that could benefit both buyers and sellers. Here’s what experts are predicting for mortgage rates,... Read More

    How Real Estate Agents Take the Fear Out of Moving

    By Craig G. Hartranft | November 4, 2024

    Feeling a bit unsure, or even afraid, to move with everything going on right now? The decision to move shouldn’t be scary, it should be exciting. And the best way to eliminate any fear is to work with a pro.  Real estate agents are so much more than just transaction facilitators; they’re trusted guides to... Read More

    Debunking Scary Myths About Buying a Home

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 30, 2024

    If you’re considering buying a home but feel overwhelmed by cautionary tales and myths, you’re not alone. The home-buying process is often clouded with misinformation, especially when it comes to timing, finances, and saving for that all-important down payment. To help you confidently step forward, let’s debunk some of the most common ‘scary’ myths that... Read More

    Should I Sell My Home Myself or List with a Realtor?

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 28, 2024

    When the time comes to sell your home, one of the first questions to consider is whether you should take on the task yourself (also known as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO) or list with a professional real estate agent. Each option has its benefits and challenges, and the choice depends on your goals,... Read More

    Planning To Sell Your House in 2025? Start Prepping Now

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 23, 2024

    If your goal is to sell your house in 2025, now’s the time to start prepping. Even though it might seem like there’s plenty of time between now and the new year, you should get a head start on any updates or repairs you want to make now. As Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, says: “ . .... Read More

    Thinking of Selling this Winter? Get Your Photos Done Now

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 21, 2024

    If you’re thinking about selling your home this winter or early spring, now is the perfect time to get your exterior photos taken. Fall here in Lancaster County offers vibrant colors and soft lighting that make your home look more inviting than the bare, often dreary, look of winter. Crisp blue skies, colorful leaves, and... Read More

    The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 16, 2024

    Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it’s why as home equity reaches a new height, the median down payment has too. According to the latest... Read More

    Investment Property: How to Use Your Retirement Savings to Purchase an Investment Property

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 14, 2024

    Your 401(k) is designed to help you build wealth for your retirement, but did you know you can tap into it to invest in real estate? Buying an investment property with funds from your 401(k) can be a smart way to diversify your portfolio and build additional income streams. However, there are some critical factors... Read More

    Pumpkin Patches Around Lancaster County

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 9, 2024

    Autumn in Lancaster, PA is a magical time of year, filled with cool breezes, vibrant foliage, and of course, pumpkin patches! Last week we talked about all kinds of fall fun throughout the Lancaster area, but this week we’re talking a fall classic everyone can agree on: pumpkins. When you’re hunting for the perfect pumpkin... Read More

    Investment Property: Tax Advantages

    By Craig G. Hartranft | October 7, 2024

    Owning an investment property is not just a smart way to generate rental income or grow your wealth—it also comes with several tax benefits that can enhance your financial returns. If you’re considering investing in real estate, understanding the tax advantages can help you maximize your profits. Here are some key tax benefits to keep... Read More

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