Runa The Realtor

07/18/2026

Is the landlord life right for you? Find out!

Renting your space? Consider our helpful hints before posting that listing!

07/17/2026

Everyone talks about the rate. Almost nobody talks about what the rate actually does to your monthly payment.

Here's the real math buyers need to understand:

📊 On a $400,000 loan:
- At 6.5%: ~$2,528/month (principal + interest)
- At 7.0%: ~$2,661/month
- At 7.5%: ~$2,797/month

That's a $269/month swing between 6.5% and 7.5% — or over $3,200 a year.

But here's what most buyers miss: a rate is a starting point, not a sentence. Refinancing, rate buydowns, and adjustable-rate products all exist for a reason.

The buyers winning right now aren't waiting for the perfect rate. They're buying smart at today's rate with a clear plan for tomorrow.

If you want to understand what rate scenarios actually look like for your budget, let's map it out together.

07/17/2026

Are you thinking about selling? Reach out today for expert advice.

Selling this summer? You need to read this guide.

07/17/2026

Happy Friday.

07/16/2026

DOM is one of the most underused data points in real estate 📊

Here's how to actually read it:

⚡ 0–7 days: High demand. Price is likely right. Move quickly if interested.

📋 8–21 days: Normal range in most markets. Showings happening, still competitive.

🔍 22–45 days: Worth asking why. Price, condition, or marketing may be off.

⚠️ 45+ days: Meaningful negotiating leverage. Sellers tend to be more flexible.

But here's what most buyers miss — always check if a listing was taken off and relisted. That resets the DOM counter and can hide how long a home has truly been sitting.

Smart buyers look at cumulative days on market, not just the current listing period.

Data is your edge. Use it.

Save this post for your next home search 🔖

07/16/2026

Stand-up paddleboarding could just be the best summertime sport—here's how to get started with it.

Is SUPing for you? Find out!

07/15/2026

A 1% increase in mortgage rates reduces your buying power by roughly 10%.

That's not a rounding error. That's tens of thousands of dollars in purchasing capacity — gone.

Here's what that looks like in real numbers:

📉 At 6.5%: a $2,000/month budget qualifies for roughly $315,000
📉 At 7.5%: that same budget qualifies for around $285,000
📉 At 8.5%: you're looking at closer to $260,000

This is why rate movements matter so much — not just as headlines, but as decisions.

The buyers who understand this go into their search with clear eyes. They know what range makes sense, they know when to lock, and they don't waste time touring homes they can't close on.

If you've been watching rates and wondering what they mean for your specific situation, let's run the actual numbers together.

DM me and I'll break it down — no pressure, just clarity. 📩

07/15/2026

Embrace sun-kissed adventures and capture moments of pure bliss in the great outdoors. 🌞 Summer is here, and it's time to let the warm breeze and endless possibilities guide us. 🌿🌼 Hope you make meaningful memories under the open sky, explore new trails, and bask in the beauty of nature this summer. ☀️⛰🏝

07/14/2026

Small spaces don't need to feel small. They just need to be designed intentionally.

Here are the moves that make the biggest difference:

🪞 Mirrors placed opposite windows — they double natural light and visually expand walls
🛋️ Furniture scaled to the room — oversized pieces don't make a room feel cozy, they make it feel cramped
📐 Vertical storage — draw the eye upward and free up floor space at the same time
🎨 Consistent color palette — too many tones chop a room into visual fragments
💡 Layered lighting — one overhead fixture is never enough; add task and ambient sources

The rooms that feel largest are rarely the ones with the most square footage. They're the ones where every decision was made on purpose.

This matters whether you're living in the space or selling it. Buyers make judgments in seconds — and a well-designed small room beats a neglected large one every time.

Have a tricky space you're not sure how to handle? Drop it in the comments and let's talk through it. ⬇️

07/14/2026

Key questions and answers to help you with window replacement.

There are so many different types of windows—here's how to determine the best kind for your home.