Homes by Fernando - EXP Realty, LLC - Real Estate Broker

10/22/2026

We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

To Sell or Rent? How To Choose the Best Path for Your House.

Renting can be a good fit for the right person with the right house, but it isn’t the only option. A smart sales strategy can help your house stand out to buyers from day one.

So, if you’re on the fence, let’s sit down and compare what selling and renting would each look like for you.

Selling your house is a big step, and you want it to go smoothly. And with houses taking a little longer to sell these days, renting it out might start to sound like a nice backup plan.

10/22/2026

Check this out! We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

Newly built homes now cost less than existing ones in about a third of major markets.

And nationally, the gap is pretty big. A newly built home typically sells for about $35,000 less than an existing one.

Prices can look very different from one area to the next, though. So, what neighborhoods do you have your eye on? Let’s tour a new home and an existing one, and see how they compare.



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10/21/2026

¡Revisa esta información! Nos alegramos de que esté aquí. Nos enorgullece brindarle el mejor servicio posible, así como las últimas herramientas de vanguardia, para que todas sus transacciones inmobiliarias sean lo más fluidas posible.

Hoping mortgage rates will come down soon? The latest inflation report just made that outlook a little more complicated.

Inflation climbed to 3.7% in September, higher than economists expected. And while rising gas prices were a big driver, costs increased across several other categories too.

Why does that matter for housing? Because stubborn inflation makes it harder for the Fed to justify lowering their Federal Funds Rate. It could even increase the chances of another hike.

Now, the Fed doesn't directly control mortgage rates. But inflation and Fed expectations influence them, which means there's no guarantee mortgage rates will move lower anytime soon.

If you're...



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10/21/2026

We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

Confused by Home Price Headlines? Here’s Why.

National headlines can’t tell you what your home is worth or how much room you have to negotiate. Local data can. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, let’s look at how prices are moving in your area, so you can set your price or make your offer with confidence.

Whether you own a house already or you’re looking to buy one, you probably care about home prices.

10/21/2026

Check this out! We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

Are you 1 in 4 million?

If you don't own a home yet, rent is probably the biggest monthly expense you have. And if you're not getting credit for paying it - now you can.

There’s a change rolling out now that lets renters opt in to counting their on-time rental payments toward their credit history. And that could help as many as 4 million more people qualify for a mortgage.

Maybe you’re one of them.

Even if you're not ready to buy a home today, there's no downside to taking simple steps to build your credit profile for the future.

It's time to take credit for bills you already pay. Ask me how.



Call me 773.613.9900

10/20/2026

¡Revisa esta información! Nos alegramos de que esté aquí. Nos enorgullece brindarle el mejor servicio posible, así como las últimas herramientas de vanguardia, para que todas sus transacciones inmobiliarias sean lo más fluidas posible.

New Homes Cost Less in 1 in 3 Major Markets

Newly built homes now cost less than existing ones in about 1 in 3 major markets. How much less, exactly? Nationally, a newly built home typically sells for about $35,000 less. So, brand-new could be more budget-friendly than you think. Want to see how newly built and existing homes compare where you’re looking? Let’s tour one of each.



Call or text me 773.613.9900

10/20/2026

Check this out! We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

New Homes Cost Less in 1 in 3 Major Markets

Newly built homes now cost less than existing ones in about 1 in 3 major markets. How much less, exactly? Nationally, a newly built home typically sells for about $35,000 less. So, brand-new could be more budget-friendly than you think. Want to see how newly built and existing homes compare where you’re looking? Let’s tour one of each.



Call me 773.613.9900

10/19/2026

¡Revisa esta información! Nos alegramos de que esté aquí. Nos enorgullece brindarle el mejor servicio posible, así como las últimas herramientas de vanguardia, para que todas sus transacciones inmobiliarias sean lo más fluidas posible.

Want a More Affordable Home? Don’t Overlook Condos.

The first home you buy doesn't have to be a single-family house. If affordability has been holding you back, let's expand your search and see whether a condo could fit the price point you're looking for.



Call or text me 773.613.9900

Cuando se imagina comprando su primera vivienda, lo más probable es que piense en una casa unifamiliar tradicional con su propio jardín, quizás un garaje y un poco de espacio extra para crecer. Pero, con la asequibilidad todavía limitada, conseguir todo lo de esa lista de inmediato puede tener u...

10/19/2026

We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

Want a More Affordable Home? Don’t Overlook Condos.

The first home you buy doesn't have to be a single-family house. If affordability has been holding you back, let's expand your search and see whether a condo could fit the price point you're looking for.

When you picture buying your first home, chances are you’re imagining a traditional single-family house with its own yard, maybe a garage, and little extra room to grow. But with affordability still tight, getting everything on that list right away may come with a higher price tag than you’re co...

10/19/2026

Check this out! We are glad you are here. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service, as well as the latest cutting-edge tools, to make all your real estate transactions as smooth as possible.

Want a More Affordable Home? Don’t Overlook Condos.

The first home you buy doesn't have to be a single-family house. If affordability has been holding you back, let's expand your search and see whether a condo could fit the price point you're looking for.



Call me 773.613.9900

When you picture buying your first home, chances are you’re imagining a traditional single-family house with its own yard, maybe a garage, and little extra room to grow. But with affordability still tight, getting everything on that list right away may come with a higher price tag than you’re co...