Katherine Frazier Real Estate

10/21/2026

If it feels peaceful now, wait until you experience it in your home.

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10/21/2026

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.

10/20/2026

When an appraisal comes in lower than expected, a home sale isn't automatically over. Discover how buyers and sellers navigate the gap in this blog post via the link in the comments to keep your real estate transaction on track.

Got questions? Feel free to reach out.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties | (678) 585-0070 | DRE: 286219

10/20/2026

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.

10/20/2026

With no interest charged for a year or so, medical credit cards may be able to help pay your medical bills.

When it comes to paying an unexpected medical bill, there’s often no easy way to do it. Unless you h...

10/19/2026

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 planning to buy or sell, don't let a hoped-for rate drop be the only thing driving your timeline.

Let's look at what today's market means for your move and build a plan around the numbers you can actually work with.

10/19/2026

A historic generational shift in wealth is shaking up luxury homeownership and investment. Discover the profound impact this transfer in capital is having on the luxury market in the latest Luxury Landscape Report.

Read it via the link in the comments.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties | (678) 585-0070 | DRE: 286219

10/16/2026

Small autumn fixes can prevent major home damage down the line. Discover which seasonal tasks protect your home’s value before winter arrives in this blog post via the link in the comments.

Want more details? Feel free to reach out.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties | (678) 585-0070 | DRE: 286219

10/16/2026

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.

10/15/2026

Same time of year. 2 very different stories. And mortgage rates are a big reason why.

Last fall, mortgage rates came down and the number of homes for sale barely budged. This fall, rates have climbed above 7%. Some buyers have pulled back, homes are taking longer to sell, and instead of coming off the market, more listings are sticking around.

Since August, the number of homes for sale has grown by about 25,000. So, what does that mean for you?

Buying? You’ve got more homes to choose from and potentially more room to negotiate on price, repairs, or closing costs.
Selling? Buyers have more options, so you’ve got to give them a reason to choose your house. That means getting the price right from day one and making sure your house stands out from the competition.

Want to know what this shift looks like where you live? Drop a comment or send me a DM, and let’s look at the local numbers together.