David Bartholomew Real Estate Broker - Realty ONE Group Imagine

David Bartholomew Real Estate Broker - Realty ONE Group Imagine David Bartholomew Real Estate in Partnership with Realty ONE Group Imagine provides buyers and selle

The Truth About Affordability TodayYes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling d...
05/28/2026

The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan BenefitVA home loans can put homeownership within reach, and a tr...
05/26/2026

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit

VA home loans can put homeownership within reach, and a trusted lender can help make sure you understand the details before you move forward. If you’re active duty, you’ve served, or know someone who has, connect with a trusted lender who can walk you through whether you’d qualify and what the VA benefit offers. You may be able to buy a home sooner than you thought.

Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA.

The Pricing Mistake That Could Cost You Your SaleA lot of homeowners think they can list high now and negotiate later, b...
05/21/2026

The Pricing Mistake That Could Cost You Your Sale

A lot of homeowners think they can list high now and negotiate later, but that’s a mistake that costs them. And it’s the reason only 4 out of every 10 sellers are getting their asking price or more.

If you want to be in that group, it starts with getting the price right from day one.

Let’s connect so we can make sure you are.

Most sellers come into the market with one number in mind. And it’s often the one that costs them the most.

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?Home prices have a long track record of going up over time. And that’s why buying a home i...
05/19/2026

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?

Home prices have a long track record of going up over time. And that’s why buying a home is generally considered a safe long-term investment.

That certainly doesn’t mean you have to buy now. You should only move when it makes sense, and you plan to live there for a while.

But if you’re interested, let this reassure you. If you want to talk through what home prices are doing in our market, your goals, or your timelines, let’s have a quick conversation.

It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?”

What the Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t Telling YouForeclosure filings may be rising, but they're still low. And the equit...
05/14/2026

What the Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t Telling You

Foreclosure filings may be rising, but they're still low. And the equity most homeowners are sitting on today is a key reason this looks nothing like 2008.

You've probably seen the headlines saying, "foreclosures are on the rise,” and maybe your mind jumped straight to 2008.

Why Staging Your House Could Pay Off This SpringWith more homes for sale right now, making a strong first impression mat...
05/12/2026

Why Staging Your House Could Pay Off This Spring

With more homes for sale right now, making a strong first impression matters. Staging can help your house sell faster and for more – and there's an option for almost every budget.

If you’re getting ready to list, let’s talk about what level of staging makes sense for your house and make a plan for attracting the right buyers.

Selling your house this season? You’ve probably heard you should stage it before it hits the market.

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the MarketToday's housing market rewards the right strategy. Because even in a slo...
05/07/2026

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

Today's housing market rewards the right strategy. Because even in a slower area, the homes that are priced realistically and positioned well are still selling – sometimes faster than you may expect.

Let’s connect if you’re ready to make yours one of them.

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast.

Stay or Sell? How To Make the Right Call as You AgeThere’s no one-size-fits-all answer here.Some people stay and make up...
05/05/2026

Stay or Sell? How To Make the Right Call as You Age

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer here.

Some people stay and make updates. Others move to simplify things. Either can be the right choice. The goal isn’t to pick one today. It’s to understand your options early, so when the time comes, you feel confident instead of rushed.

And if you ever want a sounding board to think through what the future could look like for you, let’s connect.

At some point, as you start thinking about the years ahead, this question tends to come up...

Is Late May the Best Time To List Your House?Zillow says the best time to list your house is just around the corner. Are...
04/30/2026

Is Late May the Best Time To List Your House?

Zillow says the best time to list your house is just around the corner. Are you ready to make the most of it?

If you want to take advantage of this Spring sweet spot and get top dollar for your house, let’s talk about what you need to do now to get ready to hit the market.

You may have heard April 12-18 was the “best week” to list your house.

Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.The simple truth is: most first-time buyers don’t put 2...
04/28/2026

Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.

The simple truth is: most first-time buyers don’t put 20% down. And if you’ve been waiting to buy until you have that saved, you may be setting a timeline that’s longer than necessary.

To find out what you really need to save and if you qualify for any help, connect with a trusted lender who can walk you through your options. You may be able to buy sooner than you thought.

According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high.

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