Cressy & Everett Real Estate

06/19/2026

🏡 8 Open Houses This Father’s Day Weekend! 🏡

Looking for a home with more room to gather, a backyard for summer cookouts, a garage Dad would love, or simply a fresh start for your next chapter? This weekend is a great time to get out and explore what’s possible.

Open houses are one of the best ways to get a true feel for a home, compare neighborhoods, ask questions in real time, and start seeing what value looks like in today’s market.

Cressy & Everett Real Estate is proud to be Michiana’s #1 real estate company for 15 years, backed by nearly 180 local real estate professionals across Indiana and Michigan.

See the full open house list here:
bit.ly/CressyEverettOpenHouses

06/18/2026

🏡 Waiting for home prices to crash before you buy?

You’re not alone. Some buyers are holding off because they’re hoping for a better deal later — or they’re worried they’ll buy now and watch their home’s value drop.

But the widespread price crash many people are waiting for may not be coming.

While a few markets are seeing mild declines, more than 100 economists and housing experts expect home prices to rise nationally over the next five years — not fall.

And waiting too long could mean missing the opportunity to build equity now, or paying more later for the same type of home.

The key is understanding what’s really happening in your local market. Before you press pause, talk with a trusted local real estate professional who can help you look at your options clearly.

Cressy & Everett Real Estate is proud to be Michiana’s #1 real estate company for 15 years, backed by nearly 180 local real estate professionals across Indiana and Michigan.

Learn more at www.cressyeverett.com

06/18/2026

🏡 Don’t let online headlines make you panic.

Even though you may be hearing talk about home prices “crashing,” that is not what’s happening nationally. While some markets are seeing slight declines, home prices are still rising in 71% of markets — which means the majority are still moving upward, not falling.

The truth? Real estate is local. What’s happening in one part of the country may not be what’s happening here in Michiana.

Before you make decisions based on social media chatter, lean on trusted local professionals who understand the market right where you live.

Cressy & Everett Real Estate is proud to be Michiana’s #1 real estate company for 15 years, backed by nearly 180 local real estate professionals across Indiana and Michigan.

Learn more at www.cressyeverett.com

06/17/2026

Realtor.com graded all 50 states and Washington, D.C. on housing affordability and new home construction, and the Midwest and South came out on top once again. “Indiana earned the No. 1 spot, where a median-priced home of $295,810 costs about 28% of the typical household income, just under the 30% threshold experts consider affordable. Read more: https://rltor.cm/OkyYex”

06/15/2026

🏡 Multiple offers don’t have to feel overwhelming. From getting pre-approved to making a strong first offer, our latest blog shares smart tips to help you compete with confidence in today’s market.
Whether you're searching in South Bend or St. Joseph, Cressy & Everett is here to help every step of the way. 🔑

Navigating a multiple-offer situation as a buyer can feel overwhelming — but with the right strategy, you can compete confidently. The experienced real estate agents at Cressy & Everett are here to guide you through every step, whether you're exploring So

06/12/2026

Our hearts are with everyone across northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan who experienced damage, stress, or uncertainty from the recent storms. When weather hits close to home, it reminds us how much neighbors matter — checking in, sharing resources, offering help, and making sure no one feels alone in the cleanup.

If your home or property was impacted, here are a few caring first steps:

✅ Put safety first. Stay away from downed power lines, unstable trees, standing water, and damaged structures.
✅ Take photos and videos before cleanup when it is safe to do so.
✅ Contact your insurance company as soon as possible.
✅ Keep receipts for emergency repairs, lodging, supplies, and cleanup expenses.
✅ Be cautious of repair scams. Use licensed, insured contractors and get estimates in writing.
✅ Check on neighbors, especially older adults, families with young children, and anyone who may need extra help.

Indiana 211
Call 2-1-1 or 866-211-9966
https://in211.communityos.org/

Michigan 211
Call 2-1-1
https://mi211.org/

MI Ready
https://www.michigan.gov/miready

American Red Cross
1-800-RED-CROSS
https://www.redcross.org/

FEMA Individual Assistance
1-800-621-3362
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/

And for the future, some helpful tips can a big difference: review your insurance coverage, document your home and belongings with photos, keep gutters and trees maintained, know where your shutoffs are, and have an emergency kit ready with flashlights, batteries, chargers, water, medications, and important documents.

Cressy & Everett Real Estate has been part of this community for generations, and we care deeply about the people and neighborhoods we serve. If you need a trusted local perspective after storm damage — or are unsure where to begin with home-related next steps — our team is here to help connect you with the right resources.

After damage: document everything, prevent additional damage safely, avoid paying contractors in full upfront, save all receipts, and report damage through official channels when requested.

Before future storms: photograph each room and major belongings, review roof/siding/tree risks, confirm insurance deductibles and coverage, prepare a power outage plan, and keep emergency contacts in one easy place.

www.cressyeverett.com

06/12/2026

Welcome to Cressy & Everett Real Estate, Nancy Miller, REALTOR®! 🎉

Nancy has joined our Elkhart office, and we’re excited to have her connected with our team and ready to serve buyers and sellers throughout the area.

When you work with Cressy & Everett Real Estate, you’re backed by Michiana’s #1 real estate company for 15 years and nearly 180 local real estate professionals across Indiana and Michigan.

Please join us in welcoming Nancy!

📍 Elkhart Office
📞 Nancy Miller: 574.538.9054
🌐 nancymiller.cressyeverett.com
🏢 Office: 945 E. Beardsley Avenue, Elkhart, IN 46514
🌐 www.cressyeverett.com