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The market’s shifting again — rates have come down, inventory’s still tight, and smart buyers are jumping back in before prices climb again.

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time,” this might be it.
🏡 Buyers: You might finally get that rate you’ve been waiting for.
💰 Sellers: You might finally get that price you were hoping for.

Either way — it’s worth knowing where you stand.
Drop a 👍 below or message me and I’ll send you:

A custom home value report (for sellers)

A list of homes with current rate incentives (for buyers)

Let’s see what the market’s doing for you, not to you.

— John Meeker | Real Estate Agent.

Realty Times - Mortgage Rates Drop Near 3-Year Low, Opening Door For Homebuyers—But Few Are Walking Through A homebuyer on a $3,000 budget has gained $26,000 since last year as mortgage rates drop to the low-6% range. But pending home sales are still slipping. Lower mortgage rates are curbing growth in monthly housing payments. The typical U.S. monthly payment is $2,556, up 0.6% year over year, the smalle...

🏡 Should You Buy Now or Wait? 🤔
Everyone’s asking it — and the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. But here’s what smart buyers are doing in today’s market 👇

✅ Reasons to Buy Now:

More negotiating power (sellers are making deals!)

More homes to choose from

You can always refinance later

Build equity instead of paying rent

Lock in prices before they rise again

⚠️ Reasons to Wait:

You’re not financially ready

You’re planning a short stay

You need to build credit or save more

📊 Market Reality:
“Waiting for the perfect rate may cost more in price, rent, and missed equity.”

Thinking about buying but not sure if the timing’s right?
Let’s chat — I’ll help you figure out what makes the most sense for you.

📩 Message me today for a no-pressure consultation and current local market insights.

🏡 Looking for a home in Monmouth or Ocean County — without breaking the bank?

I’ve got a free list of homes for sale under $500K, updated weekly — and a few aren’t even on Zillow yet.

Whether you’re just starting your search or ready to make a move, this list gives you a real look at what’s available right now.

💬 Comment “LIST” below or send me a quick message, and I’ll send you the newest homes today.

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—
John Meeker, REALTOR®
Keller Williams Realty
📞 732-910-2593 | [email protected]

October Maintenance Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe

Realty Times - October Maintenance Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe Hello, October! Hello, falling leaves and cooler weather and pumpkin spice everything. We’re soooooo ready for you. And, just to prove it, we’re focusing on some home maintenance issues to keep your home looking and working great, but also to help keep your family safe. Examine your outdoor ligh...

Realty Times - Buyers, Take Note: Mortgage Rates Are Falling, Home-Price Growth Is Cooling and Supply Is Outpacing Demand House hunters got some relief this week as the daily average mortgage rate dropped to its lowest level in nearly a year after a softer-than-expected jobs report. That’s according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. A homebuyer on a $3,000 monthly budget can af...

What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.