Everstead Real Estate Group

10/15/2026

🏡🎉 PENDING! 🎉🏡

Another exciting milestone for Wade's buyers! They've officially found their next home and are UNDER CONTRACT! 🔑✨
A big congratulations to Wade and his buyers! We're excited for what's ahead and can't wait to see them get the keys to their new home! ❤️

Thinking about buying or selling? Wade would love to help you make your next move!

Wade Germann | REALTOR®
📲 260-277-3203
📧 [email protected]
👀 https://eversteadgroup.com/property/MLS-7280018069318049754-202640407

Special thanks to listing agent Jessy Sims with Keller Williams Realty Group! We look forward to a smooth transaction!

10/15/2026

House hunting this weekend? We've got TWO beautiful homes on Gala Cove ready for you to explore! Same street, same afternoon, and two great opportunities to find your perfect fit! 👀🔑

📍 10071 Gala Cove, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
🛏️ 3 Beds | 🛁 2.5 Baths | 🚗 3-Car Garage | 📐 2,017 Sq Ft
⏰ 2–4 PM
Hosted by Wade Germann | REALTOR®
📞 260-277-3203
📧 [email protected]
Listing provided by Leah Marker

📍 10059 Gala Cove, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
🛏️ 3 Beds | 🛁 2.5 Baths | 🚗 3-Car Garage | 📐 2,417 Sq Ft
⏰ 2–4 PM
Hosted by Wade Germann | REALTOR®
📞 260-277-3203
📧 [email protected]
Listing provided by Leah Marker

📅 Sunday, October 18 | ⏰ 2–4 PM

Stop by, take a look around, and say hello to Wade! We'd love to see you there. ❤️🏡

🏡 Everstead Real Estate Group
📞 260-487-3647
👀 EversteadGroup.com

10/14/2026

🌊 New price, same incredible lakefront setting! Now offered at $799,900.

📍 3930 E Bellefontaine Road, Hamilton

Enjoy 60 feet of Hamilton Lake frontage, two piers, and a beautiful three-level home designed for year-round living and entertaining—all just steps from downtown restaurants, shops, and community events! 🏡

Ready to see lake life for yourself? Contact George to schedule your private tour!

George Raptis | REALTOR®
📱 260-710-1834
📧 [email protected]
👀 https://eversteadgroup.com/property/MLS-7283506795446916542-202621774

10/14/2026

🏡 Love Your Low Mortgage Rate, But Feeling Ready for a Change? Your Home Equity Could Be the Key! 🔑

We know it's hard to think about giving up that low mortgage rate you locked in a few years ago. But what if the equity you've built in your home could make your next move more affordable than you think?

That equity could open doors you may not have considered:

🏠 Make a larger down payment on your next home, reducing the amount you'd need to borrow at today's interest rates.

💵 Lower your monthly payment by financing less, potentially helping offset a higher mortgage rate.

🔑 Possibly buy your next home with cash! Depending on your equity and the price of your next home, you may not need a mortgage at all.

✨ Here's where we can help!

You might be surprised by how much your home is worth in today's market and how much equity you've built over the years.

📊 REACH OUT TO US FOR A PERSONALIZED HOME EQUITY REPORT! We'll do the work for you and take a closer look at your property's estimated current market value, what you may have in equity, and how that could help you take the next step.

Whether you're thinking about upsizing, downsizing, or simply wondering what your options are, don't let your current mortgage rate keep you from exploring what's possible!

📲 Send us a message or give us a call. Let's find out what your home equity could do for YOU!

🏡 Everstead Real Estate Group
📞 260-487-3647
👀 https://EversteadGroup.com/

10/13/2026

🏡 Already PENDING—but still worth a look! 👀✨

1208 Polo Run has found its buyer, and we couldn’t resist sharing the video tour of this welcoming Millstone Village ranch! 🎥👇

Missed this one? Let’s get you ready for the next! 🔑 Contact Kevin today if you’re looking for a home—we’d love to help you find your fit.

Kevin Dant | Everstead Real Estate Group
📞 260-797-2582
📩 [email protected]

🏡 Home Tour | 1208 Polo Run | Fort Wayne, INWelcome home to Mills...

10/12/2026

🏡 Monday Market Update | Fort Wayne Real Estate

Here’s how this week stacks up against 30 days ago:

📊 This Week vs 30 Days Ago:
🏘️ 108 New Listings (🔺 21.3%)
🔑 105 Homes Sold (🔺 9.4%)
💲 111 Price Changes (🔻 6.7%)
🔄 15 Back on Market (🔺 36.4%)
📝 86 Pending Sales (🔺 4.9%)
📦 814 Total Inventory (🔺 1.2%)

What does this mean for YOU?

🙋 Buyers: New listings are up more than 20% from a month ago, and total inventory is up slightly, so there are more fresh options to choose from. Pending sales are up a bit as well, which means well-priced homes are still getting snapped up. Back-on-market listings are also up, and those can sometimes be a second chance at a home you missed. Get pre-approved and be ready to move when the right one appears.

🏠 Sellers: Buyer demand is holding steady, with homes sold up over 9% and pending sales up almost 5% from a month ago. Price changes are down nearly 7%, a good sign that more homes are priced right at launch. With new listings climbing and inventory edging up, competition for buyer attention is growing, so accurate pricing and strong presentation from day one matter.

🔭 Looking Ahead: The market is staying active as we move through October, with more homes coming on and buyers still getting contracts signed. As the weather cools, expect activity to settle into its typical fall pace. Pricing, presentation, and timing will keep making the difference.

🎓 School District Spotlights | This Week’s Activity

Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening across Allen County’s major districts:

🔹 NWA: 19 new | 18 sold | 15 pending | 193 inventory
🔹 SWA: 24 new | 21 sold | 16 pending | 180 inventory
🔹 EAC: 18 new | 12 sold | 5 pending | 150 inventory
🔹 FWC: 60 new | 41 sold | 47 pending | 456 inventory

📍 FWC remains the most active district by volume, with pendings outpacing homes sold. SWA led in closings this week, and NWA and SWA both brought plenty of fresh listings to the market.

🌐 https://eversteadgroup.com
📞 260-487-3647

10/09/2026

Your Sunday plans just got better! Join us for TWO Open Houses this weekend and explore these stunning homes in person! 🔑

🏡 8550 Artemis Lane
📅 Sunday, October 11 | 1–3 PM
✨ 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 3-Car Garage | 2,495 Sq Ft
👋 Hosted by Chelsea Miller
Lisitng Provided by George Raptis

🏡 17550 Umbra Trail | Huntertown
📅 Sunday, October 11 | 2–4 PM
✨ 5 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms | 4-Car Garage | 4,794 Sq Ft
👋 Hosted by Wade Germann
Listing provided by Leah Marker

Whether you're actively house hunting or just starting to explore your options, we'd love to see you!

✨ Two incredible homes, two opportunities to find your perfect fit!

🏡 Everstead Real Estate Group
📞 260-487-3647
👀 EversteadGroup.com

10/07/2026

🏡 Still Renting Because Buying Feels Years Away? It May Be Closer Than You Think.

For many first-time buyers, saving for a home can feel like a never-ending goal. But here’s something worth considering: there can come a point where continuing to rent costs more over time than owning.

According to the data shared by Keeping Current Matters, “breaking even” is the point where the cost of owning has caught up with what you would have spent renting. After that point, owning starts to cost less than renting over the same period. 🔑
And there are two moves that could help you reach that point sooner:

🏠 Consider a starter home. Nationwide, Zillow found that choosing a starter home can significantly shorten the time it takes to save and eventually come out ahead compared with renting.

💰 Don’t assume you need 20% down. The median down payment for first-time buyers is 10%, and some qualified buyers may have options as low as 3% or 3.5%—plus, down payment assistance programs may be available.

Every month you rent is money going toward housing anyway. If homeownership is one of your goals, it may be worth finding out whether you could start putting that money toward a home of your own sooner than you thought. 🏡✨

Before assuming you need to wait a few more years, let’s see what’s possible now. We can help you explore starter homes in our area and connect you with a trusted lender to learn what options may be available to you!

🏡 Everstead Real Estate Group
📞 260-487-3647
👀 EversteadGroup.com

10/06/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED in Millstone Village!
📍 1208 Polo Run | Fort Wayne
💲 $249,900

A cozy fireplace, a patio made for relaxing, and walking trails right beside your home! 🤍 This 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers 1,231 sq. ft., a new roof, and mechanicals updated within the last five years.

Enjoy breakfast bar seating, an attached two-car garage, and a newer pergola out back. The neighborhood trails lead to a common area with a playground! 🌳

Ready to take a look? Contact Kevin to schedule your tour!
Kevin Dant | Everstead Real Estate Group
📲 (260) 797-2582
📩 [email protected]
👀 https://eversteadgroup.com/property/MLS-7288801685204290544-20264136

10/06/2026

🏡 Two different markets. Two different opportunities.

Many buyers assume a lower mortgage rate automatically means a better deal—but the purchase price and terms matter, too!

📉 When rates are lower: More buyers can enter the market, increasing competition and pushing prices higher. You may save on the rate while paying more for the home.

🤝 With rates where they are now: There can be more room to negotiate—and we’re seeing lots of seller credits! Those credits can help cover closing costs or, when permitted by your loan, help pay for a rate buydown.

These aren’t hard-and-fast rules, but they’re a reminder that waiting for a lower rate isn’t the only path to a good opportunity. The right move depends on the home, the terms, and a payment that fits your budget. 🔑

Let’s explore your options around Fort Wayne and connect you with a trusted lender to compare the numbers. We can we help!

🏡 Everstead Real Estate Group
📞 260-487-3647
👀 https://EversteadGroup.com/