Ilea Anderson - Real Estate Broker Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

07/10/2026

Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don't Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold.

Student loans don't have to be the thing standing between you and owning a home. If you've been putting off your homebuying plans because of that debt, talk to a lender about your options. It may not be the barrier you think it is.

Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you've been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there, there's a good chance they've been on your mind lately.

07/08/2026

The Market Is Opening Up a Bit for First-Time Buyers

Think first-time buyers are getting shut out of the market? Think again. They just made up 35% of all buyers – the highest share of the market since 2020. And that’s up from just 30% a year ago. As more homes hit the market, more first-timers are finding their way in. So don’t give up. Let’s connect to see if buying is possible for you too.

07/07/2026

Congratulations Jensen family! Thank you for trusting me again to help!!

07/06/2026

What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community

Moving is both a personal milestone and an investment in your community. So, if the time is right for you, let's connect. You'll make a difference for more people than you know.

Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger.

07/03/2026

The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

This market isn't broken, and waiting for a crash that isn't coming has a cost. Every month spent on the sidelines is a month someone else is building equity, locking in a price, or getting ahead of what most experts expect to be a housing surge once broader economic conditions settle.

Whether you're thinking about buying or selling, a local real estate agent can help you figure out what this market means for your specific situation and what your next move could look like.

You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately.

07/01/2026

Why a Newly Built Home Could Save You $25K over 10 Years

Think a newly built home is out of reach? It might cost less than you’d think. Compared to an existing home, new homes save buyers an average of about $25,000 over their first 10 years. Because having a brand-new roof, HVAC system, and water heater means lower bills and fewer repairs early on. Ready to see if a newly built home is right for you? Let's look at what's available in your budget.

06/29/2026

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

When it comes to prices, where you are matters more than ever right now, and a local real estate agent is the best person to help you make sense of it.

Reach out today and let's build a plan that fits our market.

You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off.

06/26/2026

Only 5% of Sellers Sell Without an Agent – Here's Why

There’s a reason only 5% of sellers sell without an agent. The ones who tried it on their own say this is where things went sideways: getting the price right, knowing how to prep, and selling on time. And these aren’t small details. They’re what determines how much you walk away with. Skip the guesswork. Let’s connect.

06/24/2026

Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here's What the Experts Actually Expect.

A lot of buyers are waiting because they think prices will fall, but that’s not what the experts are saying.

If you're trying to decide whether waiting still makes sense, let's connect. That way you understand what's happening in our local market and what it could mean for your plans.

One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.

06/24/2026

More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know.

If you’re seeing headlines about how a record number of sellers are taking their homes off the market, don’t panic. It’s not a warning of an impending crash. It’s a market adjusting.

You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market.