Bob Bendat "First Team Real Estate"

10/01/2025

A recent survey from Bank of America asked would-be homebuyers what would help them feel better about making a move, and it’s no surprise the answers have a clear theme.

09/30/2025

09/29/2025

Closing Costs Unpacked: State-by-State Breakdowns for Today’s Buyers

Closing costs are a key part of buying a home, but they can vary more than most people realize. Knowing your numbers (and how to potentially bring them down) can go a long way and help you feel confident about your purchase.

Let’s look at typical closing costs in our area and get you a personalized estimate, so you can craft your ideal budget.

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, there’s one expense you can’t afford to overlook: closing costs. 

09/29/2025

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, there’s one expense you can’t afford to overlook: closing costs. 

09/25/2025

Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash

You’ve worked hard for your home. Now it might be time for it to work hard for you.

Let’s talk about what your house is worth, and what it could unlock for you today. What would your ideal home look like if you were to downsize right now?

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here's a trend worth paying attention to

09/25/2025

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here's a trend worth paying attention to

09/24/2025

Why Buyers and Sellers Face Very Different Conditions Today

Want to know what conditions look like in your neighborhood?

If you want to understand which side of the market you’re on, let’s connect. We can walk through the numbers and what they mean for your next move.

There’s a new divide in housing right now. In some states, buyers are gaining ground. In others, sellers still have the upper hand. It all depends on where you live.

09/24/2025

There’s a new divide in housing right now. In some states, buyers are gaining ground. In others, sellers still have the upper hand. It all depends on where you live.

09/23/2025