Alexa Skalandunas Realtor

09/12/2026

Your home's price point is the real story right now, more than anything you're hearing in national headlines. Let's map out exactly where your house fits in this split market and build a pricing strategy that gets you the speed and price you're after.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

Ask a couple people how the housing market is doing and you’ll probably get a couple different answers. That’s because right now, the market runs on 2 very different tracks, split by price point.

09/11/2026

First-time buyers, your remote job might give you a homebuying advantage you haven't thought about.

If you can work from anywhere, you can buy just about anywhere, too. And searching in a lower-cost area could mean more homes within your budget. It could also mean spending less on everyday things like gas and groceries after your move.

These states are some of the spots where your money may go the furthest, but they aren't your only options. Every state has pockets with better affordability.

A local agent can match your budget and lifestyle to a shortlist of areas, whether that's a new state or somewhere closer to where you already live. Let's connect and start building yours.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

09/09/2026

Homes priced at $1M+ saw sales jump 14.8% compared to last year, even as the overall housing market cooled off. That’s according to the latest data from NAR.

If you’re sitting on a high-end property, this is a good time to be selling. Buyers with serious budgets are active right now, and well-priced luxury listings are moving fast.

Not sure how this applies to your house or our market? Drop a comment or send me a DM, and let’s figure it out together and build a plan that gets you the speed and price you’re after.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

09/07/2026

With remote work, where you live can be your decision instead of your employer's. And that puts more affordable places within reach.

Want to explore where that could take you? Let's connect.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

For most first-time buyers, the hardest part of buying a home is making the numbers work. You budget, you save, and the finish line still feels far away.

09/06/2026

You probably think as a general rule of thumb, brand new homes costs more than existing homes. But right now, that's backwards. This shows just how much.

A newly built home costs about $40k less than an existing one right now. That's because builders are cutting prices and piling on incentives to keep their inventory moving.

And that opens up a window for you to get brand new everything for less than you may expect.

DM me if you want a list of nearby new home communities offering deals like this right now to see if a new build may be in your budget after all.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

09/05/2026

Everyone's been watching mortgage rates. But there's another trend buyers shouldn't overlook...

Every fall, the housing market tends to shift.

More homes hit the market. Asking prices often soften. And sellers are usually more willing to negotiate.

Those seasonal changes happen almost every year – and they can make buying a little easier.

Let's talk about whether those same trends are showing up in our local market – and what it means for you.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

09/04/2026

Have you seen the headlines about using your 401(k) to cover a down payment?

Tapping it can feel like an easy call, especially if you’ve got a good chunk saved up. But pulling from retirement early can trigger penalties and set back the savings you'll want later on.

But you don’t necessarily have to raid your retirement to buy a home. You’ve got other options, like FHA loans, which let qualified buyers put down as little as 3.5%. And down payment assistance programs can help, too.

So, before you touch your 401(k), talk with a trusted financial advisor. They can help you find the option that fits your goals and your budget.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

09/02/2026

New homes may actually cost less than an existing home right now. And that’s opening up a window for you to get brand-new for less.

If you want a list of new home communities near you that are currently offering incentives or doing price cuts, let’s connect. That way you have someone in your corner helping you get the best deal possible.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards.

08/31/2026

Most home sales still close, and the biggest thing that could get in the way of yours is the one thing you can actually do something about.

With the right prep, your sale has every reason to make it to the finish. So, let’s connect and get your house sold.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

Few things are as rattling as the thought of your home sale falling through at the last minute, right before closing. All that waiting, all that progress, out the window.

08/30/2026

A lot of people are hoping for the same thing. Lower mortgage rates. Lower home prices.

The problem? Forecasts show that’s probably not what’s in the cards. At least, not right now.

Mortgage rates aren’t expected to fall dramatically. And at the same time, home prices should keep rising at about the same pace they have been.

Now, that’s not what you wanted to hear, but it doesn’t mean you’re out of options.

Sometimes the best move isn't waiting for the market to change. It's exploring what's still possible right now.

Other people are still making it happen even with rates and prices where they are. Maybe you can too.

Let's talk if you want help thinking it over.





Message me if I can help you with buying or selling!

Alexa Skalandunas
CT Realtor, Licensed in CT
RES.0830243
(203) 733-9502
[email protected]
William Raveis Real Estate
14 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470