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Episode #435 - 9/19/25

 This Week’s Podcast: Why More Homeowners Are Giving Up Their Low Mortgage Rate 

Have you been wondering why some homeowners are giving up their super low mortgage rates and deciding to make a move anyway?  In this week’s podcast, we break down the reasons behind the trend—including how life events, changing needs, and lifestyle upgrades are tipping the scales for many sellers 

Whether you're holding a 3% rate or thinking about jumping back into the market, this episode is packed with insight you won't want to miss! 

 House of the Week
 167 Natural Way | Martinsburg, WV
 $199,500
 Open House: Saturday 12/6 | 1–4 PM

Looking for your first home or an investment opportunity? This affordable interior townhome in Manor Park might be the one! 

 Highlights:


1-car attached garage




Partially finished basement w/ half bath rough-in




Open main level with deck off kitchen/breakfast area




Primary suite with walk-in closet & private bath




Two more bedrooms + full hall bath



 Minutes from shopping, dining & major commuter routes!

 Tap to listen to the episode and check out the listing before it’s gone!

&nbsp;This Week&rsquo;s Podcast: Why More Homeowners Are Giving Up Their Low Mortgage Rate&nbsp;
Have you been wondering&nbsp;why some homeowners are giving up their super low mortgage rates&nbsp;and deciding to make a move anyway?&nbsp;&nbsp;In this week&rsquo;s podcast, we break down the reasons behind the trend&mdash;including how life events, changing needs, and lifestyle upgrades are tipping the scales for many sellers&nbsp;
Whether you're holding a 3% rate or thinking about jumping back into the market, this episode is packed with insight you won't want to miss!&nbsp;
&nbsp;House of the Week &nbsp;167 Natural Way | Martinsburg, WV &nbsp;$199,500 &nbsp;Open House: Saturday 12/6 | 1&ndash;4 PM
Looking for your first home or an investment opportunity? This affordable&nbsp;interior townhome in Manor Park&nbsp;might be the one!&nbsp;
&nbsp;Highlights:
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1-car attached garage 
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Partially finished basement w/ half bath rough-in 
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Open main level with deck off kitchen/breakfast area 
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Primary suite with walk-in closet &amp; private bath 
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Two more bedrooms + full hall bath 
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&nbsp;Minutes from shopping, dining &amp; major commuter routes!
&nbsp;Tap to listen to the episode and check out the listing before it&rsquo;s gone!

Episode #445 - 12/5/25

 This Week’s Podcast: A Turning Point for the Housing Market? 

On this week's episode, we’re breaking down exactly why the housing market is shifting gears as we head into 2026.  According to new data, buyer demand is rising, affordability is starting to improve, and mortgage rates are slowly moving in the right direction! 

 If you’ve been waiting for the right time to make your move — tune in to hear why the tide may finally be turning. Don’t miss the insights that could save (or make) you thousands. 

 Listen now on your favorite podcast app!

 House of the Week 
 1349 Cedarwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21742
 $310,000
 Open House: Saturday, 11/22 from 12PM to 2PM

This charming rancher is move-in ready and full of value:
 3 Bedrooms |  1 Bathroom
 Updated kitchen with sleek finishes
 Fully fenced rear yard with storage shed
 Finished lower level with large rec room + 2 bonus rooms
 Attached 1-car garage + driveway parking
 Open floorplan & deck for easy entertaining

 Just minutes from shopping, dining & major commuter routes — this home checks all the boxes!

 Come see it in person this Saturday!

&nbsp;This Week&rsquo;s Podcast: A Turning Point for the Housing Market?&nbsp;
On this week's episode, we&rsquo;re breaking down&nbsp;exactly&nbsp;why the housing market is shifting gears as we head into 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to new data, buyer demand is rising, affordability is starting to improve, and mortgage rates are slowly moving in the right direction!&nbsp;
&nbsp;If you&rsquo;ve been waiting for the&nbsp;right time&nbsp;to make your move &mdash; tune in to hear why the tide may finally be turning. Don&rsquo;t miss the insights that could save (or make) you thousands.&nbsp;
&nbsp;Listen now on your favorite podcast app!
&nbsp;House of the Week&nbsp; &nbsp;1349 Cedarwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21742 &nbsp;$310,000 &nbsp;Open House: Saturday, 11/22 from 12PM to 2PM
This charming rancher is move-in ready and full of value: &nbsp;3 Bedrooms |&nbsp;&nbsp;1 Bathroom &nbsp;Updated kitchen with sleek finishes &nbsp;Fully fenced rear yard with storage shed &nbsp;Finished lower level with large rec room + 2 bonus rooms &nbsp;Attached 1-car garage + driveway parking &nbsp;Open floorplan &amp; deck for easy entertaining
&nbsp;Just minutes from shopping, dining &amp; major commuter routes &mdash; this home checks all the boxes!
&nbsp;Come see it in person this Saturday!

Episode #444 - 11/21/25

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 This Week’s Podcast is LIVE! 

Ready for great real estate news? This week we’re talking about how the ending of the government shutdown is already bringing BIG relief to buyers and sellers across our region 

 FHA, VA & USDA loan delays? Smoothing out.
 Federal workers? Getting paid again = confidence back in the market 
 Pipeline deals? Less chaos, more closings 
 Risk of a local real estate freeze? Avoided 

Whether you're buying, selling, or waiting on paperwork—this change could mean faster timelines and fewer disruptions! Tune in to hear what it means for YOU 

 House of the Week Spotlight 
3830 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson, MD 21755
**$389,900** |  Renovated in 2025
 4 Bedrooms (1 on Main Level)
 2 Full Bathrooms
 Sunroom + Updated Flooring Throughout
 Stainless Steel Appliances
 Main-Level Laundry
 Fenced Backyard + Rear Patio
 Extended Driveway + Shed

This charmingly updated home blends historic character with modern upgrades. A true gem in Jefferson! 

 Don’t miss your chance to explore it — contact us today or schedule your showing!
 866-702-9038

&nbsp;This Week&rsquo;s Podcast is LIVE!&nbsp;
Ready for&nbsp;great&nbsp;real estate news? This week we&rsquo;re talking about how the&nbsp;ending of the government shutdown&nbsp;is already bringing&nbsp;BIG relief to buyers and sellers&nbsp;across our region&nbsp;
&nbsp;FHA, VA &amp; USDA loan delays? Smoothing out. &nbsp;Federal workers? Getting paid again = confidence back in the market&nbsp; &nbsp;Pipeline deals? Less chaos, more closings&nbsp; &nbsp;Risk of a local real estate freeze? Avoided&nbsp;
Whether you're buying, selling, or waiting on paperwork&mdash;this change could mean faster timelines and fewer disruptions! Tune in to hear what it means for YOU&nbsp;
&nbsp;House of the Week Spotlight&nbsp; 3830 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson, MD 21755 **$389,900** |&nbsp;&nbsp;Renovated in 2025 &nbsp;4 Bedrooms (1 on Main Level) &nbsp;2 Full Bathrooms &nbsp;Sunroom + Updated Flooring Throughout &nbsp;Stainless Steel Appliances &nbsp;Main-Level Laundry &nbsp;Fenced Backyard + Rear Patio &nbsp;Extended Driveway + Shed
This&nbsp;charmingly updated home&nbsp;blends historic character with modern upgrades. A true gem in Jefferson!&nbsp;
&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t miss your chance to explore it &mdash; contact us today or schedule your showing! &nbsp;866-702-9038

Episode #435 - 9/19/25

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