Tina VanDerwerker Real Estate Associate Broker

09/19/2026

The best time to buy a home this year is here.

Realtor.com says September 27–October 3 is expected to bring the best combination of buyer-friendly conditions in 2026.

We’re talking about more homes to choose from, better pricing, less competition, and more time to decide. And maybe that’s enough to offset some of the pressure today’s higher rates are putting on your budget.

Want to find out? Let’s have a quick conversation about what’s expected in our market and what’s available in your price point. Just DM me to get started.

And just so you know, the window doesn’t close after that one week. It’s open all October long.



Contact me if you have any question or are thinking of buying or selling!

09/19/2026

Experts explain the ins and outs of HELOCs.

A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, is a type of second mortgage that lets you access cash as needed based on your home's value.

09/18/2026

Selling this fall? Starting strong matters even more this time of year.

In the fall, buyer activity typically starts to slow while the number of homes for sale climbs. That means fewer buyers may be looking at more options – so you want your house to stand out from day one.

Here’s the cheat sheet for how to make that happen.

Price it for today’s buyers. Not what your neighbor sold for a few years back.

Make your house hard to pass up. Tackle essential repairs and spend time on your curb appeal.

Stay flexible when offers come in. This is not the season to play hardball.

And be ready to adjust when needed. If you keep getting the same feedback from buyers, take it to heart.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have the right strategy from the start. Because with the right plan, selling in the fall is a no brainer.



Contact me if you have any question or are thinking of buying or selling!

09/18/2026

Save money with these kitchen remodeling tips.

Here are some simple tips on how to save money on a kitchen remodel.

09/17/2026

Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

Selling this fall is absolutely doable. And now you know four of the biggest things to get right.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have a winning strategy from day one.



Contact me if you have any question or are thinking of buying or selling!

Selling your house this fall is absolutely doable. But there’s something you need to know about this time of year.

09/17/2026

Thinking about investing in a short-term rental? Here are some key attributes that make a property STR-worthy.

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09/17/2026

Check out Christina VanDerwerker's new listing on 2437 Van Vranken Avenue, Schenectady, NY today!

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09/17/2026

State-sponsored 529 accounts are a tax-free way to pay for a child's college education.

State-sponsored 529 accounts are a tax-free way to pay for a child’s college education. Opening an i...

09/16/2026

Find your own design style with these tips.

I’m excited to share some easy tips for determining the aesthetic of your home.

09/16/2026

I am looking for a buyer for 2437 Van Vranken Avenue Schenectady, NY.
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