Ashley Rhea - john greene Realtor

10/21/2026

According to Zillow, nearly a third of applicants (32.88%) get denied a mortgage due to insufficient credit history – not missed payments or too much debt. Just not enough credit history

New credit models are emerging that take on-time rent and some utility payments into consideration to help renters get credit for the bills they already pay.

VantageScore is one company with a new credit model that has been approved for use by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. However, your rent won’t necessarily count unless you make sure it does. And the sooner you take credit for your payments, the better.

This article shares some of the basic steps to see if your rent can be counted toward your credit score:

What's the biggest payment you make every month? If you’re a renter, it's probably your rent.

10/20/2026

A standard home inspection covers the visible, accessible parts of the home. Here are some of the common areas that will be assessed during your home inspection.

10/19/2026

10/16/2026

Lots of great jgR homes to explore this weekend. Here’s the open home lineup: https://bit.ly/3rgtVZ0.

Contact me if you have any questions!

10/15/2026

Here's an overview of Kendall County market activity from last month. 🏡 No major changes, but there was a very small increase in the months' supply of inventory.

10/14/2026

You can maintain a clean home without spending hours on chores. By adopting small habits throughout the week, you can quickly tackle areas that gather grime, such as counters, entryways, sinks, and laundry. These tasks take just a few minutes and can be done while waiting for your coffee or shower!

Read on:

Using these simple tips, you can keep your home noticeably neater in just a few minutes a day.

10/13/2026

Check out this spooky twist on an old tradition - free for kids 10 and under! The Halloween Costume Contest will begin at 6:30PM and the Egg Hunt will begin at 7:00PM.

Wear a costume, bring your flashlight and a container for eggs, and hunt in the darkness for toy filled eggs!

Get more details here: https://bit.ly/4obBiuY

10/12/2026

Before you get to your wish list and start searching for homes, here are the biggest tasks to accomplish as you prepare to buy a home...

10/09/2026

We’re showing a lot of great homes this weekend. Here’s the open home lineup: https://bit.ly/3rgtVZ0.

Prefer a private showing? Don't hesitate to reach out!

10/09/2026