Hodgkins Homes

Hodgkins Homes The Official Real Estate Team of Syracuse Whether you’re buying or selling, it’s important that you always have a strong team behind you.

And the Chip Hodgkins Team is always prepared to represent you honestly and with integrity. Since real estate is about finding the right home in the perfect location, we will use our local expertise to match you with the residence in a community you’ll feel connected to. But most importantly, when you work with us, your goals become ours. And you can trust that our team will work tirelessly from start to closing so we can achieve them.

05/29/2026

First Time Homebuyer? Don’t skip this 🏡

Talk to a lender. Understand your payment. Know your must-haves.

Then start touring homes.

Your dream home starts with the right plan. DM me “HOME” to get started.

05/29/2026

Unlock your full potential in the real estate game with the power of coaching.

Just like in golf, practice alone won't make you a pro.

A coach fine-tunes your skills, guiding you from good to great.

Find your perfect match and let's elevate your performance.

Chip Hodgkins, Licensed Real Estate Broker
NYS License

05/27/2026

Here are four living room styles. Which one is your favorite? 🛋️ Comment below with your top pick.

05/27/2026

Thinking about buying new construction in Central New York? Here's why having your own Realtor makes sure the process works in your favor, not the builder's.

05/26/2026

🏡 Choosing the right agent is crucial! At Hodgkins Homes, we excel in precise pricing strategies, masterful negotiation skills, and constant communication to guide you through every emotional step of selling your home. Don't settle; ensure your Realtor brings these top three essentials to the table!

05/23/2026

If you’re not doing these 3 things, you’re not ready to buy a house.

Let’s keep it simple. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, here’s what you must have in place before you even think about making a move:

First—your credit needs to be solid.
If it’s not? Get help. There are professionals out there who specialize in boosting credit scores.
If it is good? Leave it alone. Don’t mess with it. No new credit cards, no big purchases. Just let it sit.

Second—you need cash set aside for your deposit.
Depending on the home price, this could be anywhere from $2,000 to $20,000 or more.
This isn’t optional. You need that money ready when it’s time to go under contract.

Third—you need a real estate agent who knows how to negotiate.
Not just someone to unlock doors, but someone who can guide you, protect your interests, and help you land the right home for your situation.

If you’re missing any one of these three, press pause.
Do the work now so you’re not scrambling later.

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Chip Hodgkins, Licensed Real Estate Broker
NYS License

05/22/2026

Overpriced homes often leave clear signs.

In this video, I’m sharing 3 indicators that a home may be priced too high and what buyers should pay attention to before submitting an offer.

If you’d like help determining whether a property is truly worth the asking price, feel free to send me a message. 🏡

05/20/2026

Now, this isn’t your first rodeo. You’re not a first-time buyer. You’ve owned for years — maybe even decades — so your strategy needs to be different.

You’ve lived in your house for 7 years… and you have no idea how much house you can afford next.

Let me break it down.

Start by figuring out how much equity you have — meaning, if you sold your house today, how much cash would you walk away with?

Then take that number and add 3x your annual income.

That gives you a rough estimate of what you can afford moving forward.

Talk to a real estate pro (like me) who can guide you through it, start to finish. We’ll get you connected to a mortgage specialist and make sure every number makes sense before you make your move.

The first step is knowing what you're working with.

Let’s get you there.

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Chip Hodgkins, Licensed Real Estate Broker
NYS License

05/19/2026

Buying a home? 🏡 Do this first.

Get fully approved. Know your budget.

Everything else comes after. Let’s get started on finding your home.

05/18/2026

If you're thinking about updating your home, start with the kitchen.

Cabinets and countertops are everything to today’s buyers. But here's the deal—don't upgrade based on your personal taste. Don’t even do it based on today’s trends.

You need to update based on where the market is heading.

That means no more oak cabinets. Painted cabinets are in—and you don’t even need to replace them. There are pros who can paint them for a fraction of the cost, and it'll instantly modernize your kitchen.

Same with countertops. Pick something buyers are looking for now and will still want 3–5 years from now. If you really want to play it smart, look at what's coming next and install that today.

That way, when it's time to sell, your home isn't just updated—it's ahead of the curve.

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Chip Hodgkins, Licensed Real Estate Broker
NYS License

05/15/2026

Thinking about dropping $30K on a new roof right before you sell?

Let me save you some money.

In Central New York, a new roof doesn’t magically increase your home’s value by $30,000. You’ve got a roof? Great—I expect it to be in good working order. That’s it.

Same goes for your hot water heater. You just installed a brand new one for $600? Awesome. But no buyer is handing you an extra $600 for it.

Painted the whole exterior for $15K? Looks sharp. Still doesn’t mean the house is worth $15K more.

These things help your home SELL faster—they don’t necessarily make it worth more.

Be careful who you listen to. Some contractors will promise you ROI that doesn’t exist. Get a real estate agent who knows the market, understands condition-based pricing, and can tell you what actually adds value—and what just helps close the deal.

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Chip Hodgkins, Licensed Real Estate Broker
NYS License

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7650 Highbridge Road
Manlius, NY
13104

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