Catrina Erkal, Sales Associate at Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Realtors

09/28/2026

The Mortgage Rate You See Online Isn’t Necessarily the One You’d Get.

Headlines and social media make today’s rates sound high. But you have to remember, the rate you’re seeing online and your actual rate could be different. The only way to know what your rate could be is to talk to a trusted lender.

With the right help, you can find out what your real rate is – and where it can take you.

You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that's left you reluctant to buy a home, here's what you need to remember…

09/25/2026

Smaller spaces. New ZIP codes. Shared equity. The ways first-time homebuyers are entering the market are changing. Are you adapting? Discover today’s strategies in this blog post via the link in the comments.

Got questions? Feel free to reach out.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS | (732) 946-3200 | DRE: 119562

09/24/2026

Welcome to the neighborhood! 🍂

I’m thrilled to have represented the buyers of 166 La Quinta Court in Beau Ridge. Helping someone find a home here feels especially meaningful because it’s the neighborhood I call home, too.

Congratulations to my buyers! I can’t wait to see you around Beau Ridge.

Thinking about buying or selling in Holmdel? Let’s talk.

Catrina Erkal 📱 732.778.7000

09/24/2026

Why So Many Sellers Are Cutting Their Price Right Now

Price cuts are a normal part of today’s housing market, and both buyers and sellers can use them to their advantage. Let's look at what's actually happening with prices in your neighborhood, so you know exactly where you stand before you list or make an offer.

Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on.

09/23/2026

There Are 4 Types of Housing Markets Right Now. Which 1 Are You In?

Four different housing markets are running at once: cash buyers, financed buyers, locked-in owners, and builders. Each one plays by its own rules, and the right move for one is exactly the wrong move for another.

Let's figure out which one you're actually in and build your next move from there.

Today’s housing market splits into four distinct types. You’ve got cash buyers, buyers financing a purchase, owners who feel locked into a low rate, and builders with homes to sell.

09/22/2026

A new season, a fresh start. If a move is on your mind, let’s talk.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS | (732) 946-3200 | DRE: 119562

09/21/2026

3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right Now

You can't control where mortgage rates go, but you can control your credit, your loan, and the kind of home you buy. Working with a trusted lender can help you lock in the best rate you qualify for. And when you’re ready to make a move that fits your budget, let’s connect.

If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night.

09/21/2026

Want to captivate buyers without major renovations? Small energy-efficiency tweaks can make a massive impression. Learn which minor upgrades deliver big results in this blog post via the link in the comments.

Got questions? Feel free to reach out.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS | (732) 946-3200 | DRE: 119562

09/18/2026

If Beau Ridge is on your wish list, this Sunday is your chance to step inside. ✨

Tour this beautifully maintained Alabaster Model featuring a dramatic two-story Great Room, four spacious bedrooms, 2½ baths, a finished daylight lower level and a wraparound deck overlooking a private wooded setting. Residents also enjoy a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, tennis, basketball and more.

🏡 OPEN HOUSE
📍 54 Torrey Pines Court, Holmdel
📅 Sunday, September 20
⏰ 1:30–4:00 PM

Stop by on Sunday or contact Catrina to arrange a private showing.

Catherine 'Catrina' Erkal 📱 732.778.7000

09/17/2026

Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

Selling this fall is absolutely doable. And now you know four of the biggest things to get right.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have a winning strategy from day one.

Selling your house this fall is absolutely doable. But there’s something you need to know about this time of year.