Crystal Wright- Patterson-Schwartz Realtor

07/02/2025

Take a look at my latest listing! This stunning home sits on over an acre and offers a rare opportunity to own a property with a versatile addition—perfect for an in-law suite, home office, or potential rental income. Showings begin 7/3! 🏡

Welcome to this stunning 3 bedroom, 3.1 bathroom home with an in-law suite (possible 4th bedroom) and NO HOA nestled in the charming town of Frankford, DE. As you step inside, you are greeted by a spacious and open floor plan, with gleaming laminate flooring, freshly painted walls, an updated kitche...

05/15/2023

Are you in the market to buy land? Maybe you aren’t finding the home of your dreams and you’ve decided to start from the ground up - literally. Once you’ve evaluated your finances and have some land you want to purchase, be sure to do these five important things before you buy.

08/03/2022

What is the 25% rule?

Keep your monthly payment to no more than 25% of your take-home pay. Once you know what affordability looks like, share your boundaries with your real estate agent and develop a plan.

If you are ready to buy, contact me today!

07/22/2022

Equity reveals the portion of the property value that you can rightfully claim as your own. If you are planning to sell your home, the higher the equity amount, the more cash you will get out of the sale. For most, the equity built up in a home is the largest financial asset and an incredible way to build wealth. How fast or slow home equity grows depends on property values and how much principal you pay down on your mortgage.

07/11/2022

There are few situations more frustrating than struggling to sell your home after you put in on the market, especially when you may have expected a quick turnaround. If you tried to do everything right but something still isn’t clicking, check out these common reasons homes aren't selling.

07/08/2022

The first thing to know is you’re not alone: 71% of buyers are also, simultaneously, sellers. The key to success on both ends of the deal is having a realtor to guide you through:⁣
-Prepping & pricing your current home⁣
-Market assessment for your current and prospective home⁣
-Offers and contingencies clauses⁣
-Financing options and lender referrals
-Securing short-term housing if needed⁣
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain, the best thing to do is to talk to a pro!

07/06/2022

Here are 3 common mistakes sellers make, and how to avoid them:
1. Pricing too high - the key to getting the best price and terms for your property is to price accurately.
2. Not prepping your home to sell - you will net the most money by preparing and staging your home to showcase it in the best possible light.
3. Hiring the wrong agent - who you work with matters! Hiring an agent that has your best interests in mind should be a top priority of your journey.

07/01/2022

Did you choose D? Remember that you can still be denied a mortgage even after being pre-approved. Lenders check your credit during pre-approval and again just before closing before giving you the final green light. This means that opening new lines of credit or closing existing lines of credit during this process can lower your credit score and increase your debt-to-income ratio—both key reasons for a lender to deny final approval.

06/29/2022

Where are you moving if money isn’t an issue? Would you stay in the same city, state, even country? Let us know in the comments where you would end up!

06/27/2022

Are you wondering how to prepare for a home appraisal? If you plan on selling your home or trying to refinance your mortgage, you will need to get your property appraised as part of the process. Here’s a guideline for how that might look!

06/24/2022

It's essential to give buyers the opportunity to imagine their own families moving in. Clearing out your personal items and removing any clutter helps greatly with this process. Ready to sell? Contact me today!

06/22/2022

Summer is *officially* here which means it is time to make sure you are up to date on your seasonal maintenance. The weather and outside activities can take a toll on your home value. Use this list to keep your home in tip-top shape!