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Ryan Braswell - Local Realty - Bohemia, NY Long Island

A jack of all trades is a master of none, but often times better than a master of one.

05/02/2025

The word “recession” has been all over the news – and it can make people nervous, especially if your mind jumps to the housing crash of 2008.

But let’s take some of the uncertainty away.

Data shows, in every recession since 1980, mortgage rates have come down. So, you don’t have to wonder what a potential recession could mean for your buying power. Historical data tells us what’s most likely.

Don’t let uncertainty hold you back if you need to make a move. When it comes to major decisions, it's the facts that are worth listening to.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

05/01/2025

Are you worried about the value of your home if the economy slows down? You’re not alone. It's one of the top concerns homeowners have right now.

But the truth is, in 4 of the last 6 economic slowdowns, home prices actually went up. Everyone remembers the 2008 crash – but that was the exception, not the rule.

You see, during recessions, prices usually follow whatever path they’re already on. And even with inventory rising and prices moderating today, there just aren’t enough homes on the market for a massive drop in values at the national level.

If you’re wondering how the current economy is impacting our local market or the value of your home, DM me.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/30/2025

You Finally Have More Options for Your Move

If you put your home search on hold because you couldn’t find anything you liked in your budget, it’s time to try again. Compared to the last few years, you’ll have more options to choose from during your home search. Let’s connect if you want to see what’s available in our area.

As always I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/29/2025

More homes. More chances to find your perfect match.

If you hit pause on your home search because you couldn't find the right home at the right price, it’s time to hit play again.

More listings are popping up, and inventory is finally growing. That gives you fresh options that may check all your boxes.

If you want to find out what’s available in our area, DM me. In the meantime, let me know: what would your dream home have to include to make you jump back in?

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/28/2025

Do you have a move on your mind? You should know studies show the best months of the year to sell your house are April and May.

That's because that’s when buyers are most active.

Right now, we’re in that ideal selling window. And listing your house today could mean a higher profit, and that it sells quickly.

With this being the prime time to sell, what’s holding you back from making your move this spring? And what would help you feel ready? DM me and let’s talk about it.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/26/2025

You may not know it, but your house could be a hidden goldmine. Here’s why.

Over the last 5 years, home prices have grown by nearly 60%.

And, since most people have lived in their homes for even longer than that, a lot are finding out their home’s value has really skyrocketed.

Once you sell, you can use that equity to help you fund your next move, pay for renovations that add value to your home, or even kickstart a new business.

If you want to see the value you’ve built and talk about how you can use your equity, DM me. I’ll show you what you’re working with.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/25/2025

Are you waiting to move because you think home prices will fall significantly? Here’s what you need to know: homeownership is about the long game. And every day you wait to buy, homes get more expensive.

Experts project home prices will increase by 3-4% per year over the next 5 years. The good news is, while prices are projected to rise, they won’t go up as drastically as they have over the past few years.

So, buying now not only lets you lock in today’s prices; it puts you in a position to build equity too.

Trying to time the market rarely works. If you’re able to buy, but you’re waiting around to see what will happen with prices or mortgage rates, think about this: what’s more important, waiting for the “perfect” moment or getting ahead now?

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/24/2025

Do you think waiting to buy might save you money? Think again.

While today’s market isn’t always easy, the longer you wait, the more you’ll spend.

Experts say home prices will keep climbing for at least the next 5 years – and on the typical $400K home, that means the same house would cost nearly $80K more.

But, if you buy now, you could gain that same amount in equity over the next 5 years.

The question isn’t if prices will go up - it’s whether you’ll be the one benefiting from them as they do. Would you walk away from $80K?

So, what’s your next move? DM me and I’ll show you what the numbers look like for our market today.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/23/2025

If the Asking Price Isn’t Compelling, It’s Not Selling

Lately, more people are setting their asking price too high and having to drop it later to try to draw buyers back in. Let’s connect so you don’t fall into this trap. Together we can make sure it’s priced to pull people in, not push them away.

As always I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/22/2025

Mortgage rates have been extra volatile lately. That may have you questioning if you want to move forward with your move right now with all the uncertainty.

But rather than trying to time the market, focus on what you can actually control.

You can’t control what rates are doing or when they’ll come down. But that doesn’t mean you’re powerless.

To get the best rate possible for today’s market, work on improving your credit score, being intentional with what loan type you choose, and considering what loan term gives you the lowest rate.

If you want to explore what’s possible, connect with a trusted lender.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/21/2025

What’s one of the smartest things you can do even before you're ready to buy? Get pre-approved.

While it may sound like something you can wait and do until after you’re serious, waiting too long is a mistake.

Doing this essential step early on gives you clarity on what you can borrow, your realistic price range, and what your future monthly payment could be. When you know your numbers – and you’ve been cleared financially by a lender – you can act quickly when the right home hits the market.

Even if you’re just thinking about looking or casually starting a search, DM me and let’s chat. This way, you’re not falling in love with homes that are outside of your price range – or missing out on ones that aren’t.

Be honest – have you started to look online?

# MortgagePreapproval

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

04/19/2025

The best piece of advice for sellers today? Remember this phrase. If the asking price isn’t compelling, it’s not selling.

Unfortunately, the number of sellers who are having to reduce their price is on the rise. That’s because many aren’t factoring in current market conditions.

In today’s market, buyers have more options and they’re skipping overpriced homes without a second thought.

So, let’s work together. With my help, we can price it to pull people in, not push them away.

As always, I am here to educate, inform, and guide.

Address

80 Orville Drive
Bohemia, NY
11716

Telephone

+15165063060

Website

http://ryanbraswell.nylocalrealty.com/

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