Jenny Neuens - REMAX Service First

05/04/2026

Everyone has one.
What's the home feature you wouldn't compromise on?

05/01/2026

New month. Fresh start.
Also…frost. Of course.

04/29/2026

Patio season is coming, and creating a beautiful outdoor space doesn’t have to break the bank. A few unique pieces can really bring it to life.

Thrifting, warmer weather, and a reason to freshen things up. Hard to beat that combination.

Refresh your outdoor space for spring with thrifted patio décor. Experts share the best finds, from teak furniture to planters, to elevate your setup for less.

04/28/2026

A lot of buyers still believe they need 20% down to purchase a home.

In reality, most first-time buyers are putting down far less. Often closer to 10%, and sometimes even less depending on the loan.

That doesn’t mean buying is “easy” right now. It just means the barrier to entry isn’t always what people think it is.

The bigger question is what makes sense for your situation, your budget, and your long-term plans.

If buying has been on your mind but the down payment piece has felt unclear, I’m happy to walk through what it could realistically look like.

04/27/2026

A lot of the conversations I’m hearing right now come back to the same concerns. Mortgage rates, inventory, and home prices.

And while those are all valid things to watch, not everything you’re hearing about them is rooted in reality.

This is a good breakdown of what’s actually happening versus what’s just getting attention.

https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2026/04/23/3-things-that-are-not-going-to-happen-in-todays-housing-market/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=daily_blog&utm_term=feed&utm_content=2026_04_24&fbclid=IwY2xjawRcWJdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEewpQnhTvUGrikzTtCJyuawppk7spE1Bb9rjydwkll_xBWxnJhKF58tXC9E7c_aem_G96A3Qefhb8p8c2MP2Qh4g

There’s a lot of uncertainty right now and that’s leading to some dramatic headlines.

04/24/2026

More listings are hitting the market, and that’s giving buyers something we haven’t seen in a while. Options.

It doesn’t mean the market has flipped. But it does mean a little more breathing room and a little less pressure than earlier this year.

If you’ve been waiting for things to open up, this is the kind of shift worth paying attention to.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌱

The places we call home deserve to be cared for. Whether it’s your backyard, your neighborhood, or your community, the little choices make a difference.

“We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.”

04/17/2026

Numbers like this get attention. And they should.

But the real story is not a quick win. It is what happens quietly over time. Paying down a mortgage. Gaining equity. Letting appreciation do its thing in the background.

That is where the gap starts to grow.

Buying a home is a big decision, and it is not one-size-fits-all. But if it is something you have been considering, it is worth looking at what it could mean for you long term.

Happy to walk through what that could look like for you.

04/15/2026

March 2026 gave us a small shift toward balance, but this is still a seller-leaning market.

Prices continued to climb, and sales were strong. Buyers are still active and willing to act when the right home comes along.

The biggest change is inventory. More listings hit the market, giving buyers more options than we’ve seen recently.

That said, it’s still a relatively tight market. More choices does not mean less competition across the board.

This is the kind of market where timing and strategy really matter.

04/08/2026

There’s a lot of noise out there about the housing market right now.

Wait for the right time.
Wait for rates to drop.
Save more. Plan more.

In reality, most successful moves aren’t about perfect conditions. They’re about having a solid strategy and understanding your options.

If you’re trying to figure out your timing, I’m happy to talk it through with you.