Samantha Connaway - REMAX Space Center

03/04/2025

Are you torn between whether it makes more sense to rent or buy a home right now? Consider this.

Renting may be the less expensive option in some markets, but it comes with serious trade-offs – like dealing with rising rent and not gaining any equity.

But when you buy, you can stabilize your monthly payment and grow your wealth as home values go up over time.

What’s the #1 reason you want to leave renting behind this year? Drop a comment below.

03/03/2025

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

A study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why. Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and grow your net worth as home values rise. While renting may be the less expensive option in some markets, it can’t match the long-term benefits of homeownership. What’s your #1 reason for wanting to buy?

A study shows 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why. 

03/02/2025

Your home’s value may have risen more than you think – even if you haven’t lived there for that long.
Over the past five years, prices have surged. Nationally, they’re up by nearly 60%.
If selling has been on your mind, now’s the time to find out what your home is really worth. Because odds are, the number will surprise you.
I’m offering a free professional equity assessment right now so homeowners can see the numbers for themselves. Interested? DM me or drop a comment below.

03/01/2025

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

A study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting, including rent rising and missing out on the equity homeowners gain through the years.

02/28/2025

Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?

Home values have climbed — maybe more than you expected. Are you curious about what your house is worth in today’s market? Let’s connect so you can find out.

Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up.

02/27/2025

With more homes for sale and buyers regaining some negotiation power, it may be a good idea to offer a concession if you’re trying to sell. Data shows 1 in 4 sellers did in 2024.

Giving your buyer money toward closing costs or adjusting the price for repairs could be what allows you to flip that sign in your yard from “for sale” to “sold”.

Just be sure you have an agent on your side to walk you through what levers are worth pulling in your local market.

What’s a concession you’d be open to offering to get your house sold?

02/26/2025

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

In today’s market, buying a home with an ADU or adding one to your current house could be worth considering. Just be sure to talk with a real estate agent who can explain local codes and regulations for this type of housing and what’s available in your area.
What’s your motivation for exploring ADUs?

Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget?

02/25/2025

Are you worried investors are buying up all the homes? The data tells a different story.

Investor purchases are actually way down from their 2% peak a few years ago. The latest data shows they’re buying just 0.3% today. That’s a big decrease.

How does knowing investors are buying fewer homes change your outlook on buying this year?

02/24/2025

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.​ But how do you decide what’s worth doing? ​You lean on an agent. An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick wins that’ll have a big impact, and what projects have the best ROI. What projects are on your to-do list before selling? With only a month left before spring, let’s connect so you know what’s worth the time and effort.

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates. 

02/23/2025

Are you planning to sell this spring? Now’s the time to get started on any repairs or upgrades that you want to tackle before you do.

And to make sure you know where to spend your time, money, and effort, lean on an agent. A local agent knows what buyers are looking for, what quick wins you can make, and which projects have the best ROI.

Comment below and let me know: What’s on your home repairs to-do list?

11/22/2024

How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025

If you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start? Your local agent will be able to help you prioritize projects that will help you get the best return on your investment and appeal to what today’s buyers really want. If your goal is to sell your house next year, let’s connect so you know what to start working on now.

If you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start?

11/21/2024

Important update: the number of down payment assistance programs is on the rise. And these programs aren’t small-scale help either – the average benefit is roughly $17K.

If you’re planning to buy a home, don’t leave money on the table. This could be a game-changer.

Let’s make sure you’re working with the best real estate advisors to understand what you may qualify for.