Gene Jarvis Jr - Brokered by LPT Realty

08/05/2026

For years, a lot of would-be homebuyers have worried about the same thing. How do you compete with big investors who can swoop in, pay cash, and snap up the houses you want?

07/14/2026

This may come as a surprise, but first-time buyers are making a bit of a comeback.

Data shows first-time buyers made up 35% of everyone buying a home in May – their highest share of the market since 2020.

That’s up from just 30% a year ago. And if you’re wondering how that’s possible when affordability is so tight right now, it comes down to this: more choices.

With more homes for sale, buyers have more opportunity to find a home that works for their budget.

So, if you’re trying to buy your first place, don't count yourself out too soon. It may feel tough, but DM me and let's see what's possible.

Your peers are doing it, so maybe there’s a way for you to make it happen too.

07/02/2026

Today’s buyers are putting less money down. And that’s reassuring if you’ve been feeling priced out of the market lately.

The typical buyer put down about $23,400 in early 2026 – that's a 19% year-over-year dip, and the lowest down payments have been since 2021. How’s that possible?

A more balanced market and more moderate home prices are easing the pressure to put a big sum down. Plus, more buyers are opting for loans that require little or no down payments, like FHA and VA loans.

That combination is helping more people stop waiting and start buying.

So, if saving’s been the holdup, it’s time to explore your options.

05/19/2026

Nearly 40% of potential sellers say they're planning to offer concessions this year – up from 30% in 2025.

That increase means you could see more flexibility on things like sellers covering your closing costs, adjusting the price, or making repairs.

But what’s worth asking for and what’s a long shot will vary depending on where you’re looking. That’s where I can help.

DM me and let's talk about what concessions make sense in our market. Because, for buyers, the right ask could save you thousands.

04/02/2026

03/09/2026

A lot of buyers think rates dropping from the low 6s into the upper 5s would dramatically change their monthly payment. But the math tells another story.

On a $500k loan, the difference between getting a 6.1% and 5.9% mortgage rate is only about $64 a month. Not $300. Not $500. Only $60.

That’s not the massive swing many buyers imagine when they say they’re “waiting for the 5s.”

If you’re holding out for a lower rate, my advice is to double check the math. Because rates have already come down significantly from just one year ago. And you may not need to wait any longer.

The numbers could already work better than you expect.

02/18/2026

If you’re ready to find a home that fits both your budget and your life, let’s take a look at your wish list together. With a local expert on your side, it’s easier to see where a little flexibility can open up a lot more opportunity.

One of the biggest homebuying advantages you can give yourself today is surprisingly simple: a flexible wish list.

02/15/2026

Buying your first home can feel like a tough matchup today – which is why so many first-time buyers stay on the sidelines, waiting for an assist from the market.

But the buyers who actually win don’t wait for the market to help them out. They take the ball and run. And here are some ways you can do that.

With the right prep, maybe you’re not watching the big game at someone else’s house next year. You’re watching it from your own living room.

If buying before next season is on your radar, let’s build a game plan that’ll make it happen.

02/14/2026

Buying your first home can feel like a tough matchup. And most first-time buyers stay on the sidelines waiting for the “perfect” play. But buyers who win don’t wait for an assist, they take the ball and run. Want to buy before next season? Let’s talk about how your agent can help.