David Blume, Realtor

06/18/2026

Housing Starts Plunged in May:
Housing starts fell 15% MoM in May to an annualized rate of 1.2 million units. Within that, multifamily starts collapsed 42% MoM. [NAHB]

Housing starts fell sharply in May, driven by a steep drop in multifamily construction. Meanwhile, single-family buildings also slipped amid high interest rates, rising construction costs and ongoing labor shortages. Overall housing starts decreased 15.4% in May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate....

06/17/2026

Why Some Retirees Are Moving Up:
With starter homes becoming increasingly expensive, some retirees are upsizing with their adult children. But more space comes with higher costs. [Realtor.com]

Downsizing used to help retirees unlock home equity. Now, high rates, capital gains exposure, and adult children priced out of the market are changing the math.

06/17/2026

Dinner tastes better with a water view 🌊🍽️

From dockside bites to sunset seafood spots, Delaware’s coast has no shortage of restaurants that make the view part of the meal. Which waterside spot is your go-to?

👇 Drop your favorite in the comments.

These 12 coastal restaurants in Delaware have a front-row seat to life on the water and mouthwatering fare to boot.

06/15/2026

House hunting can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’ll help you narrow the search, spot the right opportunities, and guide you all the way home.

06/14/2026

Sherwin William's "Loneliest Color" of 2026:
Hate conformity? Loathe whatever's trending? Then paint your walls Offbeat Green, because literally nobody else is. [Martha Stewart]

Sherwin-Williams has once again named a Loneliest Color—this time, its least-tinted hue is the citric Offbeat Green. Despite its muted response, Offbeat Green is a beautiful color that can be used in many different contexts.

06/13/2026

Theses Popular Plants Will Take Over Your Garden:
They're pretty, and don't require much maintenance, but plants like butterfly bushes and Chinese wisteria are invasive. [The Spruce]

These are the invasive plants experts say to avoid adding to your garden this year, and reasons why they cause such a problem.

06/12/2026

Thinking about making updates before you sell—or simply want to build more value over time? Strategic renovations can help your home stand out, attract more buyers, and maximize your return when the time comes. 🏡 From simple refreshes to bigger upgrades, knowing where to invest can make a major difference. If you’re curious which updates make the most sense for your home, send me a message and let’s chat!

06/11/2026

Gen Z is Doing Home Ownership Differently:
They're still young and a small part of the market overall, but they're not waiting to be married with children before buying. [NAR]

06/10/2026

Very Strong BLS Jobs Report:
172K jobs were added in May, and the figure for April was revised UP to 179K (from 115K). The unemployment rate was steady at 4.3%. [CNBC]

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 80,000 in May while the unemployment rate held at 4.3%.

06/10/2026

Patio season: because food just tastes better when there’s sunshine involved. ☀️🍔
Delaware has some surprisingly great outdoor dining spots hiding in plain sight.

From city patios to secret gardens, here are some of the most unexpected spots for dining outdoors this season.