Wayne Birkey with Cressy & Everett Real Estate

09/24/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/18/2026

Look at the updated Market Watch Report.

09/17/2026

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09/17/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Disclosure Forms
When you're buying a house, the disclosure form can be easy to skim past. It often arrives alongside other paperwork, but it can provide useful background on the property before you move further into the transaction.
What sellers must disclose varies by state, so the form isn't the same everywhere....

A property disclosure form can offer useful clues about a home's history and known issues. Buyers should know what the form can tell them, what it may leave out, and where an inspection still matters.

09/17/2026

09/10/2026

How to Compare Mortgage Options Like a Pro
Shopping for a mortgage can be difficult, since lenders present the numbers in so many different ways, and it's easy to focus on whichever number stands out first. Knowing what to actually compare is what helps you save money.
Know That the Interest Rate Isn't the Whole Story
The interest rate quoted...

Shopping for a mortgage means comparing more than the interest rate. Here's what buyers should check before picking the right lender and loan for their needs.

09/08/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 52860 Hollow Trail, South Bend.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 52860 Hollow Trail, South Bend, IN 46628, 1760 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $319,900, MLS ID 202636542

09/04/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 52860 Hollow Trail, South Bend.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 52860 Hollow Trail, South Bend, IN 46628, 1760 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $330,000, MLS ID 202636542