Mari Noel Araya - Dwell Real Estate

06/01/2026

Looking for a beautiful new home in Old Forge? Check out my new listing and let me know if you want to see it.

05/20/2026

Sometimes what you really want is a blank canvas....well here it is. Single family? Side-by-Side duplex? The choice is yours.

05/19/2026

Intrigued?? Curious? Want to see more? Reach out and I’ll be happy to show it ALL to you!!

05/11/2026

Looking for that ranch property, close to the park, with lots of storage and fantastic flow? This is the ONE for you....take a look and let me know if you'd like to see it!!!

04/09/2026

Thinking of selling this year? Just remember that the outside needs attention too.....getting dirty is good!

Landscaping projects are particularly high-ROI compared to other home renovations, and can have a big impact on your home value when planned thoughtfully.

03/18/2026

When looking for a new home, is community important to you? What about fabulous programs, is that important? Check out this wonderful event planned at The Greenhouse Project!

03/07/2026

It is THAT time of year again...here's some advanced warning or where NOT to park on PARADE DAY!!!

02/24/2026

Working with a listing agent takes trust, so always choose an agent who has your best interest in mind....and provides the best service possible.
🔑 Customized pricing strategy
📸 Eye-catching marketing
📣 Maximum exposure
🤝 Expert negotiation
📄 Smooth closing process

02/10/2026

Home-selling timeline: 10 steps to sell a house...lets review:
Make renovations/repairs - Talk with your REALTOR first
Find a listing agent - a god REALTOR
Figure out how much your house is worth - work with your REALTOR
Declutter/stage your space
Put together your listing with description, photos, video - done by your REALTOR
Hold home showings/open houses - Handled by your REALTOR
Wait for an offer (or offers) to roll in—and negotiate the best deal - Your REALTOR will receive the offer and review with you.
Accept an offer, and wait for the home inspection/appraisal - your decision after reviewing with your REALTOR
Close the deal - after securing an attorney for deed prep, with the help of your REALTOR
Move out - and CELEBRATE!

12/04/2025

Planning to purchase a home? Make sure you've got all of your financial bases covered and consider this rule of thumb:
The 30/30/3 rule is a financial guideline for prospective homebuyers designed to ensure long-term financial stability and prevent becoming "house poor". It provides a conservative framework to determine how much home you can realistically afford.
Here is a breakdown of the three components:
30% of Gross Monthly Income for Monthly Mortgage Payments: Your total monthly housing expenses—including principal, interest, property taxes, and homeowners insurance (PITI)—should not exceed 30% of your gross (pre-tax) monthly income.
30% of the Home's Value Saved as Cash: Before buying, you should have at least 30% of the home's price in cash or low-risk, semi-liquid assets. This covers a 20% down payment (which helps you avoid Private Mortgage Insurance or PMI) and a 10% cash buffer for closing costs, immediate repairs, and emergency reserves.
3x Your Annual Gross Income for Home Price: The total purchase price of the home should be no more than three times your annual gross household income. This is a quick screening method to keep your overall debt load manageable.