The Ken Van Every Team

09/18/2026

Will Living Near a Data Center Hurt Home Values?

🏗️ Data centers are showing up in more communities, and naturally, homeowners and buyers want to know what that could mean for nearby houses. 🏡

💰 One of the biggest concerns that comes up is home values. But research from HousingWire found that areas with large data centers generally saw home values track similarly to comparable areas without them. 📊

🔎 That doesn't mean proximity never matters. Noise, infrastructure, future development, and potential utility costs are all worth considering.

🏠 But a data center nearby isn't automatically bad news for your home's value.

📍 Have one near you or one coming soon? Let’s look at what it could actually mean for your home and your neighborhood.

📲 Have questions about how nearby development could affect your property? Call/text me at (302) 319-3196 or email me at [email protected]. Let’s talk through the local factors and what they could mean for your home. 🏡💬

09/16/2026

We love this feedback from another amazing client!

"If you’re in the market for a home, I strongly suggest calling Ken Van Every at Keller Williams Realty!

We had an incredible experience working with Ken Van Every and the team at Keller Williams Realty throughout our home search and purchase journey. It took us about eight months to finally find and purchase our new home, but Ken and his team supported us every step of the way from beginning to end.

Their professionalism, dedication, and constant communication made what could have been a stressful process feel manageable and rewarding. They were always available to answer questions, guide us through each stage, and provide the support and direction we needed along the journey — and even beyond closing.

Anyone looking for a realtor can feel confident knowing they are in excellent hands with Ken Van Every and his team. They work tirelessly for their clients, truly care about helping families find the right home, and deliver top-tier service every step of the way. We highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy a home!"

WOW! Thank you for your kind words. Glad you experienced “Top Tier Service”. That is our goal for every home buyer or seller. It was an honor to have your trust.

09/16/2026

🏡 Historic Charm on a Spacious Quarter-Acre Corner Lot!

📅 Date: September 20, 2026
🕒 Time: 1 PM - 3 PM
📍 Location: 733 Main St, Brookhaven, PA 19015

Hosted by: Brittany McCorriston

Welcome to 733 Main Street, a truly unique circa-1850 home where historic character meets modern comfort and incredible outdoor living! 🌳 Situated on a fully fenced corner lot of over a quarter acre, this one-of-a-kind property offers 3 bedrooms, finished third-floor bonus space, a huge 2+ car garage, beautiful gardens, mature trees, and so much more.

✨ What makes this home special:
🏡 Circa-1850 character with thoughtful modern updates
🌳 0.25+ acre fully fenced corner lot
🚗 Huge 2+ car garage
🌿 Beautiful flower & vegetable gardens
🍎 Mature fruit & shade trees
🔥 Cozy brick gas fireplace
🍳 Updated chef-inspired kitchen with 5-burner gas range
🪵 Natural hardwood & newer laminate flooring
🏠 Two finished third-floor bonus rooms
🌱 Greenhouse & newer utility shed
♨️ Private newer hot tub
🪟 Period-style replacement windows
⚡ Newer 200-amp electrical panel
🌞 Newly redone covered Trex front porch

From the charming leaded-glass front door to the expansive backyard, greenhouse, gardens, and flexible bonus spaces, 733 Main Street offers character and possibilities that are hard to find in today's market. ✨

📍 Conveniently located in the Brookhaven/Upland area with easy access to I-95, PHL Airport, Delaware, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

🔑 Ready to see this truly special home for yourself? Schedule your private tour today!

👤 Brittany McCorriston
📞 (302) 570-2065
📧 [email protected]

09/15/2026

🏡 FREE Buyer Webinar: How to Buy a Home & Prepare for a Great Experience!

📅 Date: September 19, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (EST)

Thinking about buying a home but unsure where to begin? This is your FREE opportunity to learn everything you need to know before making the move! 🏠✨

We’ll cover essential topics, including:
🔹 Is it the right time to buy?
🔹 Renting vs. Buying: What’s best for you?
🔹 Benefits of homeownership
🔹 The full home buying process
🔹 Understanding financing, credit & government programs 💸
🔹 Inspections, repairs & what to watch for
🔹 “Am I ready?” – and how to get there
🔹 Top 10 mistakes to avoid
🔹 Winning strategies in today’s market
🔹 Live Q&A to answer your questions

🎤 Special Guest: A local mortgage lender will join us to talk financing and help you understand the preapproval process step-by-step.

🎁 BONUS: All attendees receive a FREE Home Buyer Starter Guide!
👉 Spots are limited – Reserve your seat now!

📲 Sign up via Eventbrite: Click Here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-buyer-webinar-september-19-tickets-1997781524318?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let’s take the first step toward owning your dream home—together! 🙌

FREE Home Buyer Webinar - Buying a Home & Preparing for a Great Experience

09/15/2026

Move-In Ready End-Unit Home with Backyard, Basement & Updated Bath

📅 Date: September 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 1PM - 3PM
📍 Location: 413 S Franklin Street, Wilmington, DE 19805

✨ Attention buyers and investors!
Come tour this updated and well-maintained end-unit city townhouse offering flexibility for owner-occupants and strong income potential for investors. With a tenant already in place (and flexible), this home checks all the boxes.

🔑 Key Features:
🏘 End-unit townhouse with extra privacy
🪜 Covered front porch—perfect for relaxing with city views
🌞 Bright main level with tons of natural light
🪵 Wood-look laminate flooring in living & dining areas
🍽 Updated kitchen with ample cabinets & eat-in space
🌿 Partially fenced backyard with great outdoor potential
🛌 3 comfortable bedrooms with generous closet space
🛁 Updated bathroom with tub/shower combo
🪟 Energy-efficient double-pane vinyl windows
🔥 All gas appliances
🆕 Brand NEW Roof (2025!)
💰 Currently rented for $1,620/month
🚶 Walkable to transportation, Riverfront, train station, dining, shopping & park next door

📲 Stop by the open house and see why this property is a smart move—whether you’re investing or buying your next home. We’d love to show you around!

Hosted By: Shawn Green

Ken Van Every
‪📞 (302) 319-3196
📧 [email protected]

Shawn Green
📞(302) 898-5071
📧 [email protected]

09/15/2026

More Sellers than Buyers in the Market Right Now Graph

🏡 Do you realize how much pull you have right now as a buyer?

📈 There are more sellers than buyers on the market right now. That means a lot of sellers know they’ll have to compromise a bit to get their house sold, which leaves you room to negotiate on price and terms.

💡 Of course, exactly how much room you have depends on where you’re looking. But more and more markets are trending in favor of buyers, so let’s chat about what’s going on in our area.

📲 Ready to explore your options? Call/text me at (302) 319-3196 or email me at [email protected]. Let’s discuss the market, your goals, and how to make the most of your buying power. 🏠✨

09/11/2026

Sales of Million Dollar Homes Are Picking Up

🏡 Homes priced at $1M+ saw sales jump 14.8% compared to last year, even as the overall housing market cooled off. That’s according to the latest data from NAR.

💰 If you’re sitting on a high-end property, this is a good time to be selling. Buyers with serious budgets are active right now, and well-priced luxury listings are moving fast.

📊 Not sure how this applies to your house or our market? Drop a comment or send me a DM, and let’s figure it out together and build a plan that gets you the speed and price you’re after.

📲 Thinking about selling your luxury home? Call/text me at (302) 319-3196 or email me at [email protected]. Let’s take a look at your property, the current market, and the strategy that can help you reach your goals. 🏠✨

09/10/2026

🏡 NEW Whitewood Village End Townhome with 1-Car Garage

📍 1903 Spearfish Ct, Newark, DE 19702
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms | 🛁 2.5 Bathrooms
🚗 1-Car Attached Garage

Welcome to this fantastic NEW end-unit townhome in Whitewood Village, previously used as the model unit! Freshly painted, beautifully maintained, and filled with natural light, this home offers modern finishes, spacious living areas, and lush side and backyard space—ready for its first tenants! 🏡✨

✨ Key Features:
🆕 NEW end-unit townhome, previously the model
🌞 Abundant natural light throughout
🛋️ Spacious lower-level family room with backyard access
🚗 Attached 1-car garage
🍳 Open-concept kitchen with island & pendant lighting
🥘 Stainless steel appliances & deep sink with disposal
🗄️ Abundant cabinet space + pantry
🍽️ Spacious breakfast/dining area
💡 Bright living room with recessed lighting
💻 Dedicated nook perfect for a home office
🛏️ Comfortable bedrooms with generous closets
✨ Primary suite with tray ceiling & walk-in closet
🚿 Primary ensuite with walk-in shower & luxury vinyl plank flooring
🧺 Full-size washer & dryer
🛁 Hall bathroom with tub/shower & tiled walls
🌿 Lush side yard & backyard
🎨 Freshly painted and ready for the first tenants

📲 Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful new townhome your next home! Schedule your private tour today.

Rental Information:
💡 Tenant responsible for all utilities.
❄️ Snow removal and yard maintenance are not handled by the community.
📋 Tenant must comply with community and owner rules and regulations.

👤 Ken Van Every
📞 (302) 319-3196
📧 [email protected]

👤 Shawn Green
📞 (302) 898-5071
📧 [email protected]

09/10/2026

🏡 Spacious Newark Townhome with 2-Car Garage & Green-Space Views

📍 654 Jacobson Circle, Newark, DE
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms | 🛁 2.5 Bathrooms
🚗 2-Car Garage | 🌳 Green-Space Views

HOME FOR RENT
Welcome to 654 Jacobson Circle, a spacious Wilkinson Homes Sydney model offering generous living space, flexible rooms, and peaceful views of community-maintained green space. Located in the well-kept Hudson Village community, this freshly painted townhome combines comfort and convenience with easy access to Route 273, I-95, Route 1, ChristianaCare, the University of Delaware, and downtown Newark.

✨ Key Features:
🏡 Spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome
🚗 Attached 2-car garage
🌳 Peaceful green-space views
🛋️ Large lower-level family room with flexible use
💻 Ideal space for a home office, media room, gym, or playroom
🍳 Open kitchen with large island & stainless-steel appliances
🔥 Stainless-steel gas range, microwave & dishwasher
🌞 Abundant natural light & high ceilings
🌿 10' x 10' composite deck overlooking green space
🛏️ Primary suite with private bath & walk-in closet
🧺 Convenient upper-level laundry
🎨 Freshly painted in attractive neutral colors
❄️ Newer heating & air conditioning
📍 Excellent Newark location near I-95, Route 1 & Route 273
📋 Application Requirements:
💰 Income of 3x the monthly rent
💳 Credit score 720+ preferred; 700+ may be considered based on other factors
📄 Two months of paystubs
📞 Two references

🔑 Looking for a spacious Newark townhome with room to live, work, and relax? Schedule your private tour of 654 Jacobson Circle today!

Ken Van Every
📞 Call/Text: (302) 319-3196
📧 Email: [email protected]

Shawn Green
📞 (302) 898-5071
📧 [email protected]

09/08/2026

What To Know About Using a 401(k) To Buy a Home

🏡 Have you seen the headlines about using your 401(k) to cover a down payment?

💰 Tapping it can feel like an easy call, especially if you’ve got a good chunk saved up. But pulling from retirement early can trigger penalties and set back the savings you'll want later on.

🏠 But you don’t necessarily have to raid your retirement to buy a home. You’ve got other options, like FHA loans, which let qualified buyers put down as little as 3.5%. And down payment assistance programs can help, too.

💡 So, before you touch your 401(k), talk with a trusted financial advisor. They can help you find the option that fits your goals and your budget.

📲 If you’re thinking about buying a home, let’s talk about your options. Call/text me at (302) 319-3196 or email me at [email protected]. I’m here to help you understand the process and connect you with the right resources. 🏡✨