Sam Duklewski, Realtor - Long and Foster

08/04/2021

Inventory continues to be tight with multiple offers on each listing. Average sale price is up over 20% from 2020.

Existing-home sales rose 1.4% in June from the prior month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.86 million while the median home price rose to a new high of $363,300.

05/14/2021

Inventory available if you want to move back into the city...

A number of high-end markets saw a dramatic drop in the number of homes for sale during the coronavirus pandemic. An in-depth look at why, plus an interactive inventory tracker for buyers and sellers.

04/03/2021

If you're a seller it's great if you're a buyer it's tough...

Limited inventory, low interest rates and bidding wars are driving prices sky-high. “It’s heartbreaking for buyers,” observes one real-estate agent. “It’s celebration for sellers.”

04/02/2021

Everything is tight in today's market...

Want to get a mortgage? It might be harder than you think. Lenders, facing a flood of loan applications, are tightening their approval standards.

04/01/2021

People are buying vacation homes and investment properties in record numbers during the coronavirus pandemic. Changes at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could make those mortgages more expensive.

02/26/2021

This is why some homes are selling in less than a week!

The inventory of homes for sale is startlingly low. The pandemic is part of the reason, but it’s not the whole story.

02/25/2021

The Delaware town’s real-estate market saw a surge in homes sold for $1 million and up between July and November 2020.

01/14/2020

Image by Karolina Grabowska from Pixabay Buying a home is a huge investment and the buying process can be very confusing—especially if you’re buying your first home. However, buying a home doesn't have to be challenging. By understanding a few key tips, the whole home buying process can....

01/07/2020

Photo by Breadmaker via Shutterstock You may be thinking that your best investments are inside the home: a snazzy new kitchen, a spa-like bathroom or new wood floors, but you can actually get a high return on investment (ROI) if you focus on your home's curb appeal. The first impression potential bu...

12/31/2019

Whether you're hosting outdoor gatherings in your own backyard or at another outdoor venue, there are a few elements you will need to consider carefully. The size of your space and the number of expected guests is only the beginning. You'll want to plan out the flow of traffic and access to certain....

12/24/2019

As a home seller, it is crucial to do whatever you can to optimize your house sale earnings. Lucky for you, we are here to help you promote your residence to the right groups of prospective buyers so you can increase the likelihood of a profitable home selling experience. Now, let's take a look at t...