Jeanine Volpe - Preferred Agents

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

Think a newly built home is out of reach? Right now, new construction is actually undercutting existing home prices in many markets. Learn how builder price cuts and interest rate buydowns are creating rare savings for buyers—and why you should never walk into a model home without your own agent.

https://jeaninevolpe.com/blog/think-new-homes-cost-more-not-right-now

09/07/2026

Still here — and still full of surprises. 🏡🌿

216 Hampton Road has been quietly waiting for the right buyer, and honestly, it's one of the more interesting listings on the market right now. A rare double lot gives you room most homes just don't have. Flexible living with 3 to 4 possible bedrooms and 3.1 baths. A bright sunroom for morning coffee or a reading nook. And out back — a separate greenhouse, ready for whoever's been dreaming of growing their own.

This one has space, character, and options. Sometimes it just takes the right buyer finding it at the right time.

📍 216 Hampton Road
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Jeanine Volpe 315-246-6181 [email protected]

09/07/2026

Thinking about using your 401(k) for a down payment? While it can get you into a home faster, it comes with serious risks to your retirement. Here is what to know about 401(k) loans vs. early withdrawals—and safer down payment alternatives to explore first.

https://jeaninevolpe.com/blog/thinking-about-tapping-into-your-401k-to-buy-a-home-read-this-first

09/04/2026

Shifted market dynamics are creating new opportunities for buyers as home sellers increasingly adapt to current affordability realities. With housing inventory outpacing active homebuyer demand across many national markets, sellers are losing leverage and making direct price concessions to attract buyers.

https://jeaninevolpe.com/blog/sellers-are-cutting-prices-to-meet-buyers-where-theyre-at

09/03/2026

Despite widespread economic anxiety and a prevailing sense of stress, the U.S. housing market has quietly stabilized rather than heading toward a crash. Rather than experiencing wild fluctuations, key market indicators—such as home prices, inventory levels, and mortgage rates—have settled into predictable ranges, providing a steady foundation for both buyers and sellers.

https://jeaninevolpe.com/blog/worried-about-a-housing-crash-the-numbers-tell-a-calmer-story

09/02/2026

The vast majority of home sales make it to closing—only 1 in 7 pending sales fall through, usually due to inspection issues, financing snags, or home sale contingencies. Sellers can protect their deal by conducting a pre-listing inspection to address major repair issues early and by evaluating whole offers—focusing on buyer timelines and fewer contingencies—rather than just the highest purchase price.

https://jeaninevolpe.com/blog/most-home-sales-close-heres-how-to-keep-yours-on-track

09/01/2026

Elevated mortgage rates and high home prices don't have to freeze your next move. Homeowners currently sit on a typical $310,500 in accumulated home equity, which provides significant financial leverage. This equity acts as a bridge to your next property by allowing you to make a substantial down payment to lower monthly borrowing costs, purchase a home outright with all cash, or fund major renovations to tailor your current space. Knowing your home's actual market value—rather than relying on automated online estimates—is the key to unlocking these flexible move-up options.

https://jeaninevolpe.com/blog/one-number-could-change-everything-about-your-next-move

08/28/2026

Elevated mortgage rates, currently holding in the mid-to-upper 6% range, are actually driving a recovery in housing supply. By dampening buyer demand, higher rates allow unsold properties to stack up, pushing active inventory to its highest July levels since 2019. This steady accumulation gives prospective buyers more options, stronger negotiating power, and a less stressful search.

Elevated mortgage rates holding in the mid-to-upper 6% range are actually driving a recovery in housing supply. By dampening buyer demand, higher rates allow unsold properties to stack up, pushing active inventory to its highest July levels since 2019....

08/27/2026

Driven by housing affordability, multi-generational living is surging. Discover why homes with finished basements, in-law suites, and extra space command a 22% price premium—and how selling one can maximize your profit.

Driven by tight housing affordability, multigenerational living is on the rise, creating high demand for homes with layouts like in-law suites, finished basements, and second entrances. Because inventory is limited, these multi-gen properties fetch a 2...