Frances Exume-Bitoy Real Estate Agent, Realtor, Core Realty & Investment

02/16/2026

When your home stops fitting your life, it’s time to explore what’s next. New construction is giving move‑up buyers a fresh start.

There comes a moment in nearly every homeowner’s journey when the house that once felt like the perfect fit suddenly feels a little too tight, a little too outdated, or simply out of sync with the way life looks today. It’s not always dramatic — sometimes it’s subtle. Maybe the guest room ha...

02/12/2026

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02/11/2026

More homes are hitting the market and buyers are feeling the difference. Inventory is climbing and conditions are becoming more balanced. A better buying experience is taking shape

For several years, homebuyers across the country have been navigating a market defined by scarcity. Limited inventory, intense competition, and rapid decision‑making became the norm as the number of available homes fell well below what’s typical. But over the past year, something important has s...

02/10/2026

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02/07/2026

Unlock 3 early‑season opportunities every buyer should know.

As the new year unfolds, many aspiring homeowners naturally set their sights on the spring housing market. Spring has long been associated with fresh inventory, more choices, and a sense of renewed energy in real estate. It’s no surprise that buyers often plan their search around that season, anti...

02/04/2026

Affordability is finally improving. With easing rates, slower price growth, and rising wages, buyers are gaining real traction again. The market isn’t perfect, but it’s moving in the right direction—and that shift matters.

For several years, aspiring homeowners have faced one of the most challenging markets in recent memory. Rapidly rising prices, elevated mortgage rates, and limited inventory created a perfect storm that pushed many would‑be buyers to the sidelines. But after a long stretch of discouraging conditio...

01/31/2026

Retirement is around the corner for millions of Americans, and many are discovering that downsizing isn’t about giving up space, but gaining freedom. With rising home equity and lifestyle-driven priorities, now may be the perfect time to rethink what “home” means for your next chapter. Ready to explore your options? Let’s talk.

Retirement is no longer a far‑off milestone for millions of Americans—it’s quickly becoming a lived reality. Recent data from Realtor.com and the U.S. Census shows that nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every single day for the next two years. And among those approaching this new chapter, a si...

01/28/2026

2026 won’t bring one housing market—it’ll bring many. Some cities favor sellers, others open real doors for first‑time buyers. Local strategy is everything. Talk to a trusted real estate expert and make your move with confidence.

Top‑ten lists have a way of simplifying big ideas into something fun and digestible. And when it comes to real estate, they can be a great starting point for understanding national trends. But as we look ahead to the 2026 housing market, there’s one crucial truth that deserves to be front and ce...

01/24/2026

Headlines sound scary, but the data tells a calmer story. Foreclosures are rising from historic lows, not signaling a crash. Today’s market is normalizing, not repeating 2008.

Every few weeks, a new headline pops up warning that foreclosure activity has been rising for months. For many people, that kind of news immediately triggers memories of the 2008 housing crash — a period marked by widespread financial pain, plummeting home values, and a tidal wave of distressed pr...

01/23/2026

Mortgage rates just hit their lowest level in nearly three years, giving buyers more room in their budgets and more confidence to move. A drop from 7% to 6% can be the difference between waiting and finally stepping into homeownership.

A mortgage rate doesn’t just influence the interest you pay. It shapes your entire homebuying experience — from what you can afford to how confident you feel making an offer. When rates were near 7% last year, many buyers felt squeezed out of the market. Monthly payments jumped. Budgets shrank. ...

01/22/2026

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