Jessie Malave Real Estate Salesperson

06/12/2026

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers

If affordability has been your top concern, the recent dip in prices is an opening. Want to see what that looks like in our area? Let’s connect.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news.

06/05/2026

One of the biggest questions I’m getting right now is: “What’s going to happen with the housing market in the second half of the year?”

And it makes sense why everyone is asking.

Affordability is tight. Rates feel high. Prices do too.

And people want to know if the second half of the year is going to be better.

Here's the honest answer. A lot of it depends on what happens with inflation – and the lingering uncertainty overseas. But even in today’s market, there’s opportunity, if you know where to look.

Want a breakdown of what’s impacting the market, where experts think things could go from here, and what you can actually do about it?

Send a DM or drop a comment below and I can send you over an article that breaks it all down.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

05/29/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/22/2026

You've probably heard that mortgage debt in America just hit an all-time high. And that's true.
But here's what the headline leaves out.

Equity is also near an all-time high. And at $34.1 trillion, it's more than double the $14.4 trillion in debt.

That's a good thing. It means most homeowners own far more than they owe. So, they have a real financial cushion right now.

That’s something homeowners didn’t have during the crash of 2008. Back then, people owed more than their homes were worth. Today, it’s just the opposite.

Homeowners are in a much better position, and the housing market is on stronger footing than the headlines suggest.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

05/15/2026

What the Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t Telling You

Foreclosure filings may be rising, but they're still low. And the equity most homeowners are sitting on today is a key reason this looks nothing like 2008.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

You've probably seen the headlines saying, "foreclosures are on the rise,” and maybe your mind jumped straight to 2008.

05/08/2026

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

Today's housing market rewards the right strategy. Because even in a slower area, the homes that are priced realistically and positioned well are still selling – sometimes faster than you may expect.

Let’s connect if you’re ready to make yours one of them.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast.

05/01/2026

If you’re currently asking yourself: can I stay in this house long-term, or does it make more sense to move? Here’s what I'd tell you.

While aging in place can be a great option, over time it usually means making updates so your home continues to work for you.

Some of those changes are simple. Others can be more of an investment.

That’s why planning ahead matters if you think you want to go this route. It gives you the chance to spread out the work and the costs over time.

But it’s also okay if you don’t want to take that on.

If this has crossed your mind at all and you’re trying to decide what’s next, what projects to tackle, or what else is out there, let’s talk it through.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

04/24/2026

More Options Are Popping Up This Spring

More fresh listings are hitting the market right now, and that’s creating real opportunity.

If you put your search on hold last year, this Spring may be the time to jump back in. Let’s take a look at what just hit the market and see what could work for you.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

Did you try to buy a home last year, but you ended up pressing pause?

04/17/2026

Getting a Tax Refund? Here’s How It Can Help You Buy a Home

If buying a home is on your radar this year, don’t overlook your tax refund. It could be the extra push that helps you go from almost there to actually ready.

Want to see how far your savings could take you right now? Let’s talk and build a plan that fits your situation.

Please call or text me (917)836-4133 for your real estate questions.

If you’re getting a tax refund this year, here’s something worth thinking about.

09/24/2025

📍 Reduced Price 📍 This recently reduced home at 104-11 197th Street 2nd Fl. in Hollis won't last long, so, don't wait to set up a showing! Reach out here or at (917) 836-4133 for more information!

Welcome to this comfortable and well maintained 2 bedroom apartment in a charming 2-Family house. This lovely unit features a modern kitchen equipped with stainless appliances. Ample closets, a bright and airy living area, lots of beautiful natural light throughout. The layout is practical and in...