Marvin Ford, Re/Max Traders Unlimited

09/28/2026

Waiting for mortgage rates to come down may feel like the only way to make buying a home possible.

But 41% of buyers who waited wish they'd bought sooner – before rates and prices rose again.

Right now, factors like inflation, the economy, and global events are all having an impact on rates – and it’s not in the direction you’d hope.

So, for a lot of buyers, waiting might not pay off. Sometimes it just means putting your life on hold for what feels like too long.

Before you decide to hit pause on your move, talk to a trusted lender. They’ll go over options that can help make buying work at today’s rates, and how to get the best rate you can.

You certainly don’t have to buy now. You should buy when the numbers work for you. But you should at least know your options before making a decision. 309-648-3430

09/27/2026

09/26/2026

Still waiting for mortgage rates and home prices to come down? Here’s what the forecasts shows. Expect more of the same. Rates likely won’t change much – and prices will likely rise. Sometimes the best move isn't waiting for the market to change. It's finding out what's still possible right now. Let’s talk it over. 309-648-3430

09/25/2026

Mark your calendars and come on out for the Peoria Heights Trunk or Treat Tour! 🎃✨️

We'll have plenty of sugary treats for all to enjoy! It's always a great time, come join us! 👻✨️

09/24/2026

Make Big Behm’s your spot tonight! Catch the game, grab something good to eat, and enjoy $1 bone-in wings and $5 Jose Cuervo Silver or Gold shots. Keisha and Holly will be behind the bar from 5–11 PM, we’ll see you there! 🏈

09/24/2026

The Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP) is now open.
If you or someone you know has a pending eviction case in court, CBRAP may be able to help.

Eligible tenants and landlords may qualify for:
• Up to $10,000 toward past-due rent
• Up to $700 for court costs
• Up to two months of future rent to help prevent housing displacement

If you know someone at risk of eviction, please share this with them!

09/24/2026

We’re happy to share a local opportunity that could make a meaningful difference for a veteran homeowner. 🇺🇸

Roof for a Veteran 2026, presented by Perfect Choice Home Solutions, is accepting nominations for a veteran homeowner who is in need of a new roof. One selected veteran will receive a complete roof replacement at no cost.

Nominations close September 25 and are open to veterans in Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, Mason and Fulton counties.

Know a veteran who may qualify? Learn more and submit a nomination here:
👉 https://perfectchoicehomesolutions.com/veterans

Please share this post so it reaches someone who may benefit from this opportunity.

09/24/2026

If you’re selling this season, a little effort out front goes a long way. Because the moment a buyer pulls up to a showing, they're already forming an opinion.

But there are a few simple things you can do to nail that first impression. Think tidying up your landscaping, bringing in some seasonal flowers, and sweeping the walkways. Or even just cleaning out the gutters and making sure the path to your door is well lit.

You don’t need to do a big overhaul to get buyers’ attention.

Let’s chat about what people in our area are looking for right now, and get your house prepped to sell this fall. 309-648-3430

09/21/2026

Need to move, but worried you missed the window to sell your house until next year or next spring? Don’t count yourself out of the market so fast.

About a third of all home sales happen in the last four months of the year – and that share has been growing every year since 2023.

Based on the forecasts, that means roughly 11,800 houses are expected to sell every single day between now and the end of December.

Buyers are still out there, ready to move before the new year. Let’s connect and get your house in front of them. 309-648-3430