Stacy Pacheco - EXIT New Options Real Estate

10/20/2026

What if your first home isn't a house at all?

If you've been struggling to find a traditional single-family home that fits your budget, don't overlook condos.

According to Zillow, the typical starter condo costs under $200k nationally. Part of the reason they can be more affordable than a single-family home is because they’re normally smaller.

Sure, you may trade some square footage or a backyard for shared walls and an HOA fee. But you could also get a lower purchase price, great amenities, and less maintenance to handle yourself.

And if that means getting your own set of keys sooner, it could be an option worth exploring.

Your first home doesn't have to check every box you originally imagined. It just needs to be the right fit for your life and your budget right now.

Let's look at what's available in our area and see if a condo could be your way into homeownership.

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10/19/2026

The Biggest Credit Hurdle for Renters Who Want To Buy

The credit landscape is changing, but action is required on your part. You have to take credit for what you do. And the sooner you get started, the better.

Ready to see where you stand? A quick conversation with a loan officer costs you nothing and could show you you're closer to owning a home than you think.

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10/16/2026

Home sales may be slower than last year. But that doesn't mean buyers have disappeared.

At the current pace, almost 4 million homes are expected to sell this year. That's about 11,000 each day, 450 an hour, and nearly 8 every minute.

Why? Because even in this market, there are still buyers out there who have a reason to move.

People get new jobs, families grow, people retire, downsize, and move closer to the people they love. And those changes create buyers and sellers in every kind of market.

In fact, the latest report from NAR shows sales actually ticked up slightly in September, even though they're still below last year's pace.

So, don't let a headline convince you no one is buying. You don't need every buyer. You just need the right one – and a strategy that helps your house get their attention.

If you're thinking about selling, let's talk about how to make yours one of the homes that sells.

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10/15/2026

Homes Are Still Selling – Even in a Slower Market

Don't let a headline about slowing home sales convince you no one is buying. Homes are still selling every minute of every day.

If you need or want to move, let's talk about what it'll take to make sure yours is one of them.

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If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are slowing down, you may be wondering: is this really a good time to sell?

10/13/2026

Why Most People Are Still Glad They Bought a Home

Don’t let today’s uncertainty make you lose sight of what homeownership can do over time. Most homeowners say they’d make the same choice again. And decades of home-price growth help explain why.
If you’re wondering whether buying makes sense for you right now, let’s look at the numbers together – and what owning a home could mean for you in the years ahead.

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With everything going on, it’s understandable if you’re wondering if you’d regret buying right now.

10/12/2026

Feeling like buying your first place is still years away? Here’s how to shortcut it.

While data shows saving up and reaching the break even point where owning costs about the same as renting usually takes around 15 years, there are ways to get there faster.

If you set your sights on a starter home, it’s actually closer to seven years. That cuts the time in half. You’re looking at 4.6 years to save and 2.6 to break even.

But keep in mind, those numbers assume you put 20% down. Most first-time buyers put down far less, so that saving timeframe can shrink even more.

DM me, and I'll share a few ways to reach your first home sooner – like talking to a lender about down payment assistance programs.

Since you’ve probably already been saving for a while, you may be closer than you realize.

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10/09/2026

Two Moves That Can Get You Into Your First Home Sooner

Your first home may not be as far off as it feels. When the numbers make sense for you, buying a starter home and putting down less than 20% can get you there years sooner.

Want to see which starter homes in our area could fit your budget? Let's connect.

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For a lot of first-time buyers, owning a home can feel perpetually a few years out of reach.

10/09/2026

Happy Friday! ❤️💪 Representing Move With Stacy at the gym today! 🏡🩵

Because making moves isn't always about real estate! 😉

A little reminder that taking care of YOU is just as important as taking care of business. Whatever self-care looks like for you, make time for it! ❤️

10/09/2026

🎉🏡Congratulations to my buyers who secured this beautiful home and needed to make it happen on a quick timeline! So grateful for the amazing partners I work with who can move quickly when needed and help get our clients to the finish line. 🔑

October is already off to a busy start with two new listings in the works. More to come on those soon!

I’m so grateful for the continued trust of my clients and for everyone who refers their friends and family to me. Those referrals truly mean so much and allow me to keep doing what I love so much!🩵

Thinking about your next move? I’m always happy to help you make a plan. Always here to provide guidance, not pressure whether you are making a move somewhere in MA, RI or even another part of the country.

Stacy Pacheco - EXIT New Options Real Estate
📍 Offices in Walpole and Leominster
📱774-345-0354