Jennifer Gurnell Real Estate

09/03/2026

Think you need a perfect credit score to buy a home? Not true! ✅

While higher scores may get you better rates, many loan programs accept a range of credit scores. Plus, lenders often help you find ways to improve your score before applying.

The bottom line: perfect credit isn’t required to become a homeowner. 🙌

09/03/2026

📍Adjusted Price 📍 This recently reduced home at 558 Heritage C Village in Southbury won't last long, so, don't wait to set up a showing! Reach out here or at (860) 227-1212 for more information!

End-unit Heritage Village condo in Southbury CT offering scenic Pomperaug River views. This desirable 2 bedroom condo in Southbury CT is a Unit C model featuring single-level living, an in-unit washer and dryer, and the added privacy of an end unit location with abundant natural light. The living...

09/03/2026

Why Buyers Shouldn't Overlook a Fall Move

Of course, every market moves a little differently. But here's what doesn't change: Fall consistently buyers. More homes. Lower asking prices. Motivated sellers.

If you’ve been waiting for your search to feel a little more doable, this season may be worth another look.

Let’s have a quick conversation about what's happening in our market and see whether this fall gives you opportunities you may not have had a few months ago.

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

09/02/2026

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now.

New homes may actually cost less than an existing home right now. And that’s opening up a window for you to get brand-new for less.

If you want a list of new home communities near you that are currently offering incentives or doing price cuts, let’s connect. That way you have someone in your corner helping you get the best deal possible.

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards.

09/01/2026

Finally ready to start your house hunt? Here are a few tips to ensure your search goes as smoothly as possible.

09/01/2026

Sellers Outnumber Buyers Right Now

Buying soon? You’ve got more pull than you might expect. Right now, there are more sellers than buyers on the market. And that means sellers know they’ll have to give a little to get their house sold. Exactly how much negotiating power you have depends on where you’re looking. So, let’s chat about how much power you have here, then turn it into a set of keys. 

09/01/2026

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First.

Affordability is definitely a challenge, but that doesn’t mean tapping your 401(k) is your only way in if you want to buy.

If you're considering using your 401(k) savings for a down payment, weigh all your options and talk with a trusted financial advisor before you make any decisions. They’ll help you make a plan to fit your goals and your budget.

Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home.

08/31/2026

Still living in the basement of the house you grew up in because you think buying a home is out of reach? It may not be.

There are so many options available today, including different loan programs, lower down payment choices, and assistance programs. You may not need 20% down, and you may not need to touch your 401(k).

Before you assume you can’t buy, talk with a trusted lender and find out what’s actually possible. You might be much closer to owning a place of your own than you think.

Watch my quick video, then let’s talk about what’s available here on the Connecticut Shoreline.

Jennifer Gurnell
William Raveis Real Estate
860-227-1212

Thinking about buying a home in Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Clinton, O...

08/31/2026

A lot of people are hoping for the same thing. Lower mortgage rates. Lower home prices.

The problem? Forecasts show that’s probably not what’s in the cards. At least, not right now.

Mortgage rates aren’t expected to fall dramatically. And at the same time, home prices should keep rising at about the same pace they have been.

Now, that’s not what you wanted to hear, but it doesn’t mean you’re out of options.

Sometimes the best move isn't waiting for the market to change. It's exploring what's still possible right now.

Other people are still making it happen even with rates and prices where they are. Maybe you can too.

Let's talk if you want help thinking it over.

08/30/2026

Stop spending your weekends maintaining a life you don't love. Reclaim your Saturday and find a home that offers peace of mind, not a to-do list.