Tonda Richards Re/Max All Stars

06/06/2026

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.

06/05/2026

If your current house isn’t meeting your needs anymore, don’t assume your only choice is an existing home. New construction is becoming a real contender, especially for move-up buyers who want space, features, and a home that works for how they live now.

Curious whether new construction might be a fit for you? Let’s chat.

At some point, a house that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore.

06/04/2026

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

06/02/2026

“Should I just wait?” It’s the question it seems like everyone’s asking. And here’s your answer. Even with everything going on, people are still moving. More homes are going under contract. More people are applying for mortgages. And that means you can too. You just need a plan. Want to figure out what that looks like for you? Let’s talk.

06/02/2026

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

06/01/2026

Tired of fixing, updating, and working around a house that wasn’t built for how you live now? It may be time to move. And you should know more people are buying new lately.

We recently saw the largest share of buyers in 2 decades opt for a newly built home – and it’s not just about shiny finishes.

It’s about fewer repairs. Better energy efficiency. And the chance to pick your fit and finishes.

If your current home is starting to feel like it’s holding you back, let’s talk about what you’re looking for and whether a newly built or a pre-existing home is better for you.

05/31/2026

“Should I just wait?” It’s one of the most common questions right now. Maybe you’re even asking yourself the same thing.

While the right time to make a move will ultimately depend on your situation, here’s what I can tell you.

People are still buying and selling, even with everything going on – that means you can too.

Pending sales are up from last month, and a lot more buyers are applying for mortgages than this time last year.

So, if moving still matters to you, you don’t have to wait.

You just need a plan that works for today. Want to figure out what that looks like for you? Let’s talk.

05/30/2026

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

05/30/2026

A lot of people have been waiting for rates to drop or prices to come down before making a move. But the reality is, sometimes life changes before the market does.
A growing family.
An empty nest.
A new job.
Retirement.
Needing to be closer to loved ones.

Those are the real reasons 1 in 5 buyers last year said they felt like they had to move, no matter the market. Because life doesn't wait for the timing to be perfect.

And if that’s where you are right now, you can still move. You may even have more options than you think. You just need someone who can help you find them.

05/28/2026

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.