Tracey Bellotte of Coldwell Banker Realty

06/19/2026

Have you eaten at this Greek restaurant yet? It's one of the highest rated in Hanover!

Greek in Hanover, MD

06/18/2026

🏡 Why settle for a townhome when you can own a single-family home on nearly half an acre in Pasadena? Welcome Home!
Featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, multiple living spaces, and a large private yard perfect for entertaining, pets, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Major updates already completed including a new roof, HVAC, and deck! If you’ve been dreaming of more space, privacy, and room to grow — this is the one. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and commuter routes to Baltimore, Annapolis, and Fort Meade.

06/18/2026

Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here's What the Experts Actually Expect.

A lot of buyers are waiting because they think prices will fall, but that’s not what the experts are saying.

If you're trying to decide whether waiting still makes sense, let's connect. That way you understand what's happening in our local market and what it could mean for your plans.

One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.

06/18/2026

Is It Still a Seller's Market? Here's What the Data Says.

Right now, local markets are moving in very different directions. And your strategy as a buyer or seller should reflect your market.

Want to know which way our local market is leaning and what that means for your move? Let's connect.

Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house? In many markets, those days are behind us.

06/17/2026

Every year, first-time home buyers venture into the market and make the same mistakes that their parents, siblings and friends made when they bought their first houses. But that doesn't have to be the case!

Every year, first-time home buyers venture into the market and make the same mistakes that their parents, siblings and friends made when they bought their first houses. But today’s novice buyers can stop the cycle. Here are 12 mistakes that first-time home buyers make — and what to do instead. 1...

06/17/2026

Feeling stressed or unproductive? Try out these mantras to boost your mood.

Some days, keeping a smile on your face can be a struggle. Whether you’re dealing with a stressful c...

06/17/2026

Home Prices Are Rising in 71% of Markets

Even though you may be hearing talk about prices crashing online, it’s not true nationally. While some areas are seeing slight declines, prices are still going up in 71% of markets. That means the majority are seeing prices rise, not fall. So, don’t believe everything you hear online. If you want the truth, lean on the pros.

06/16/2026

Should You Pay for Your Buyer’s Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know.

The sellers having the most success today are the ones who understand the market has changed and are adapting to meet it where it is.

Sometimes that means negotiating on closing costs. Sometimes it means offering something else. The key is knowing which concessions are worth it for our local market.

If you’re wondering what's normal in our area, what's worth negotiating, and where it makes sense to stand firm, let’s connect.

A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything.

06/15/2026

Finding a new home should be a fun, exciting experience! Make sure that experience doesn't get rocky because of issues with mortgage preapproval. Check out these six common missteps and avoid them!

Homebuyers make a lot of mistakes that hurt their chances of getting a mortgage preapproval from their lender. To find out what those missteps are...

06/15/2026

A few years ago, sellers could say "no" to just about everything a buyer asked for.

No repairs.
No concessions.
No negotiation.

Today? The market looks a little different.

Zillow says 67% of sellers pay some or all of their buyer's closing costs.

That doesn't mean every seller should do it. But it does mean the most successful sellers today understand something important:

The market has shifted. And that's means negotiation is back on the table.

Sometimes helping with closing costs makes sense. Sometimes another concession is the better move. But it’s normal for today’s market to require some give and take.

The key is knowing what buyers are asking for in your area, and which compromises are actually worth making.

Want to know what sellers in our area are negotiating right now? Send a message or drop a comment below.