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Baby Boomers Take The Lead In Today’s Housing Market

By Kelly Gafa - Apr 5, 2025

Baby boomers (ages 60–78) have once again become the largest group of both home buyers (42%) and sellers (53%), according to the National Association of REALTORS® 2025 Generational Trends Report. […]

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When Renting No Longer Makes Sense: A Financial Guide For Buyers

By Kelly Gafa - Sep 19, 2024

As a real estate professional, I often speak with clients who find themselves at a crossroads: should you continue renting or is it time to invest in homeownership? While renting […]

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Real Estate and Design Trends to Watch in 2024

By Kelly Gafa - Mar 5, 2024

In 2024, the real estate and design scene is buzzing with fresh trends that blend innovation and sustainability. Here’s what to watch: Sustainable Living: From zero-energy homes to eco-friendly materials, […]

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Understanding Conventional Financing

By Kelly Gafa - Dec 8, 2023

Securing conventional financing for your home purchase involves a comprehensive evaluation process to ensure both the buyer & the property meet specific requirements. This process is governed by federally backed […]

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The Game-Changing Boost of New Loan Limits in Summit County.

By Kelly Gafa - Nov 28, 2023

The Game-Changing Boost of New Loan Limits in Summit County. As of today, Summit County has witnessed a significant boost in its conforming loan limits, with the new cap now […]

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You May Have More Negotiation Power When You Buy a Home Today

By Kelly Gafa - Dec 14, 2022

Did the frequency and intensity of bidding wars over the past two years make you put your home search on hold? If so, you should know the hyper competitive market […]

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What’s Going on with Home Prices? Ask a Professional.

By Kelly Gafa - Dec 6, 2022

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this year, you may have questions about what’s happening with home prices today as the market cools. In the simplest sense, […]

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What You Want To Know If You’re Pursuing Your Dream of Homeownership

By Kelly Gafa - Dec 1, 2022

If you’re a young adult, you may be thinking about your goals and priorities for the months and years ahead. And if homeownership ranks high on your goal sheet, you’re […]

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What’s Ahead for Mortgage Rates and Home Prices?

By Kelly Gafa - Nov 9, 2022

Now that the end of 2022 is within sight, you may be wondering what’s going to happen in the housing market next year and what that may mean if you’re […]

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Taking the Fear out of Saving for a Home

By Kelly Gafa - Oct 21, 2022

If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound scary at first. But it doesn’t have to be. One way to […]

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