Kristin Contras-Condon at HomeSmart Realty Group

08/15/2026

🎉 The "ROAD to Housing Act" is now law 🎉

A landmark achievement that caps nearly two years of relentless advocacy by NAR to help Home Buyers and Builders 🏠

07/12/2026

The new housing bill was passed! Here’s a snapshot of what the newly passed ROAD to Housing Act Means for YOU!

🏗️: It provides grants to municipalities to streamline construction and transform vacant buildings into new housing.

🛑 Restricts Investors: It places limits on large corporate landlords hoarding single-family properties.

🏘️ Supports Families: Protects buyers by ensuring fair, unbiased home appraisals.

07/10/2026

🏠The American Dream and Why Homeownership Still Matters 🏠

• Building Generational Wealth: The median net worth of homeowner households historically sits significantly higher than that of renters. It acts as forced savings through equity building.
• Civic Engagement: Homeowners tend to put down roots, which historically translates to higher civic participation and localized community investment.
• Legislative Support: Policymakers continue to prioritize accessibility. For example, legislative proposals like the American Dream Accounts Act have been introduced to help first-time buyers save for down payments through tax-advantaged accounts.
• The Top Milestone: According to survey data from CNBC, hopeful buyers rank homeownership as a key component of the American Dream, second only to financial security.
• Market Realities: Despite high costs, Bankrate's Financial Security Survey found that 74% of Americans still consider homeownership an essential benchmark of economic stability.

06/01/2026

🏠 Now Under Contract 🔑

☀️ PRICE IMPROVED JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER ☀️

Summer is officially here, and your dream of coastal living just got even closer. 🌊

This beautifully upgraded home is located less than a mile from the beach—perfect for enjoying relaxing ocean sounds from the deck and making the most of every sunset. 🌅

House photos, infographics, and listing agent details for 145 NE 71st St, Newport, OR, 97365. This home is priced at $525000, with 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,381 sqft.

05/10/2026

Love to see the smiles on clients faces when they close on their homes! Thank you Malinda Fleming and Matthew Fleming for the referral 💞

04/17/2026

🤑 $10,000 Price Improvement on this graciously upgraded coastal home 🌊🏖️🐚🦭

House photos, infographics, and listing agent details for 145 NE 71st St, Newport, OR, 97365. This home is priced at $549500, with 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,381 sqft.