Crestridge Realty Group, LLC.

08/28/2026

🏡 When Warren Buffett pays attention to housing, it's worth noticing.

Berkshire Hathaway has continued to increase its investment in major homebuilders, signaling long-term confidence in the housing sector despite today's market challenges.

No one has a crystal ball, but it's a reminder that successful investors often look beyond today's headlines and focus on the long term.

What are your thoughts on the future of the housing market?

08/28/2026

What buyers may be getting wrong about mortgage rates?

Curated by Smartbrief. Nearly half of prospective buyers think mortgage rates are higher than they actually are, while 72% say they've delayed their home search waiting for rates to improve, according to a survey by Neighbors Bank, a mortgage lender focused on first-time and underserved buyer...

08/21/2026

🏡 Real estate is more than buying and selling homes.

It's about helping people through some of life's biggest decisions with honesty, communication, and trust.

Whether you're buying your first home, moving into your next chapter, or selling a longtime family property, having the right guidance can make all the difference.

If you have questions about today's Connecticut real estate market, I'm always happy to help.

Crestridge Realty Group
Decades around homes, from the building trades to the closing table.

08/07/2026

🏡 Where have all the homes gone?

One of the biggest challenges in today's Connecticut real estate market continues to be limited housing inventory.

For buyers, that means being prepared when the right home comes along. For sellers, it may mean less competition and a unique opportunity to stand out.

Every market has its challenges—but every market also has opportunities with the right guidance and strategy.

If you've been thinking about buying or selling, I'd be happy to answer your questions and discuss today's market.

Crestridge Realty Group
Decades around homes, from the building trades to the closing table.

07/29/2026

🏡 One thing I've learned after decades around homes...

The best real estate decisions aren't made in a rush.

They're made with good information, realistic expectations, and guidance from a trusted real estate professional.

Whether you're buying your first home, selling a longtime family property, or helping settle an estate, taking the time to understand the process can make all the difference.

If you have questions about today's Connecticut real estate market, I'm always happy to help.

Crestridge Realty Group
Decades around homes, from the building trades to the closing table.*

07/10/2026

The biggest regrets in real estate are rarely the properties we bought.

They’re usually the opportunities we passed on.

— James Piro
Real Estate Broker
Crestridge Realty Group

07/10/2026

Existing home sales fall 2.4% in atypical June despite improved affordability

Northeast was lone region to post monthly gain while activity weakened elsewhere.

Key takeawaysExisting home sales fell 2.4% in June from a month earlier to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million, and sales during the

06/21/2026

Why homeowners want pools that don't look like pools
From knife edges to cocktail size, new designs take a minimalist approach.

Key takeawaysHomeowners are favoring pools that blend with landscapes and reduce visual dominance, expert says.Smaller, minimalist designs help

05/24/2026

🏡 The Ones That Got Away...
In my experience, the biggest regrets in real estate rarely come from the properties people actually bought.

They come from the properties they didn't buy.

Hesitation is the ultimate deal-killer. In a fast-moving market, waiting for the "perfect" moment or overthinking a great opportunity usually just leads to watching someone else sign the deed.

If the numbers make sense, the location is right, and the bones are good, trust your gut and make the move.

Marry the house, date the rate, and please... don't let your dream home become the real estate equivalent of "the one that got away."

05/19/2026

Pending home sales post modest gains as mortgage rates briefly fall.

Key takeawaysPending sales of existing houses rose 1.4% in April over the previous month, marking the third straight monthly increase in signed