Marie Mazzio Realtor

10/01/2026

Have your buyers seen the headlines saying mortgage rates are at their highest point since January 2025? If that has them hitting pause, here's something worth sharing with them.

The rate they see online isn't necessarily the rate they'd get.

Advertised rates can't account for someone's personal situation. A lender looks at things like credit score, debt-to-income ratio, down payment size, and the type of loan program. And even after they find a home, options like a rate buydown or seller concessions can help bring that number down.

That's why the first step is a conversation with a lender and getting pre-approved. It gives buyers a clear picture of what they can borrow and what their real rate could be, so they can make a decision based on their numbers, not the news.

We put together a blog you can use to walk your buyers through it. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VDmhZT

09/23/2026

🏡 The housing market may be entering a sweet spot for buyers. According to a new Realtor.com analysis, the week of Sept. 27 to Oct. 3 could offer a powerful combination of more inventory, lower list prices and less buyer competition. https://bit.ly/4rgCHTV

09/23/2026

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 7 PM, Cinema Saturday: Encanto returns to the Square with a movie featuring the magical musical Madrigals, “Encanto.” Bring your blanket or chair for seating; dine outdoors while watching the movie by grabbing a meal from a local business; and meet up with friends and community in beautiful downtown Covington, weather permitting. Face painting will be available for a nominal fee from Powders and Paint face and body art.

09/23/2026

Georgia’s August housing market saw a moderate decline in both Pending Sales and Closed Sales. Meanwhile, Median Sales Price and Average Sales Price were both essentially flat. Inventory levels continue to rise, but overall housing supply across the state is still tight.

*New Listings decreased one percent to 18,607
*Pending Sales decreased 11 percent to 9,950
*Closed Sales decreased six percent to 10,537
*Days on Market increased seven percent to 58 days
*Median Sales Price increased one percent to $355,580
*Average Sales Price increased less than one percent to $444,971
*Inventory levels increased three percent to 54,369 units
*Months Supply of Inventory was up to 5.1 months

09/11/2026

08/23/2026

Georgia’s July housing market saw a moderate decline in New Listings, Pending Sales, and Closed Sales. Meanwhile, Median Sales Price and Average Sales Price posted a slight increase. Inventory levels continue to rise, but overall housing supply across the state is still tight.

*New Listings decreased 13 percent to 17,789
*Pending Sales decreased 23 percent to 8,626
*Closed Sales decreased 21 percent to 9,482
*Days on Market increased 10 percent to 56 days
*Median Sales Price increased two percent to $370,000
*Average Sales Price increased six percent to $471,951
*Inventory levels increased four percent to 55,469 units
*Months Supply of Inventory was up to 5.2 months

08/10/2026