RAMAS Real Estate

09/28/2026

Selling your home or your parent's home? As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, I'm here to help. Contact me for a FREE consultation. Click the video below for more info.

09/27/2026

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.

09/25/2026

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

Most people think the biggest tax benefits of homeownership are deducting mortgage interest and property taxes, but with nearly 90% of taxpayers now taking the standard deduction, some of the most powerful advantages may actually come later through capital gains exclusions when selling and stepped-up basis rules when property is inherited. Homeownership can be about much more than monthly payments; it can also play an important role in long-term wealth building and family planning.

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While many homeowners focus on mortgage interest deductions, two of the most valuable and overlooked tax benefits may actually be the capital gains exclusion and stepped-up basis for inherited property.

09/23/2026

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

Life changes, but our homes don't always change with us. Maybe you need more space or less. Maybe the stairs are becoming a challenge, the commute is wearing you down, or your lifestyle has shifted in ways your home no longer supports. You don't have to feel "stuck"; exploring your options doesn't mean you're committing to a move. It simply gives you clarity.If you're starting to feel like your current home no longer fits your life, reach out. I can walk you through your choices, estimate your equity, and help you plan your next step, whether that's now or years from now.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/RalphThomas/2026/09/21/How-much-longer-are-you-willing-to-stay

Thinking about Buying, Selling or Investing? I'm ready to make your dreams come true.
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09/20/2026

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.

09/18/2026

The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here

If you want to buy a house this year, there’s still a way to make it happen, even with today’s rates. This fall gives you the chance to get some of the best seasonal perks the market has to offer.

Want help figuring out when those advantages typically show up in our market?

Let's have a quick conversation about how our market works and the steps you’ll need to take to get ready.

Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect.

09/16/2026

McKinney weighs another $20.87 million for Cannon Beach

McKinney City Council will consider directing $20.87 million in land-sale proceeds to the $200 million Cannon Beach resort today. The project under construction at SH 121 and Stacy Road is projected to create more than 700 jobs and open its first phase in mid-2027. Why it matters: Its surf lagoon, hotel and entertainment attractions could generate substantial tourism, employment and commercial demand in southwest McKinney.

09/16/2026

I just earned the Real Estate designation as a "Seniors Real Estate Specialist". I can help you Sell your current home if it no longer meets your needs and find your next dream home. I can also help with probate matters.