How Do Changing Mortgage Rates Impact Your Homebuying Budget?

Mortgage rates are on the rise this year, but they’re still incredibly low compared to the historic average. However, anytime there’s a change in the mortgage rate, it affects what you can afford to borrow when you’re buying a home. As Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie Mac, shares: “Since January, mortgage rates have increased half a percentage point from historic…

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The Van Burkirk-Raines House

The next time you’re in Canandaigua, take a turn off North Main Street by the Court House, onto Gorham Street. Just up the block, past Pickle Park, on the left side of the street and right at the corner of Wood and Gorham Streets, you’ll find one of the most unique homes in Canandaigua. Built…

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How To Stick To Your New Year’s Resolution

At the end of every December, we look forward to a fresh start to a new year. We create lists of new goals and how we are going to achieve them. Although setting a New Year’s Resolution is a healthy motivation for becoming a better version of yourself, there are plenty of ways that creating…

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November Real Estate Stats

December has arrived and the holiday countdown has officially begun! Get ready, because we’re going to jump right into the real estate stats from November. Although it’s a little chilly outside, it’s still worth taking some time out of your holiday online shopping to see what great house Santa may have in his sack. Sellers…

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Last-Minute Thanksgiving Hacks

Playing the host/hostess can be a rewarding experience, but the stress that can come along with all that responsibility to provide the perfect evening goes without mentioning. There are so many things to juggle, it’s hard to anticipate what exactly to look out for. That’s why we created this top-notch list of the Thanksgiving hacks…

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October Real Estate Report

November has arrived, and before we know it the holidays will be here! As we embark on the snowy season, let’s look back at last month’s real estate report in order to predict where the market is headed. It is starting to look like we are continuing on a path toward a more balanced market,…

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Turkey Trots in Rochester, NY

Comfort food tends to be the theme of the season once the colder months are upon us and there’s nothing else to do but indulge in our favorite foods. What better way to kick off comfort food season than with a turkey trot to burn some quick calories before the first big meal of the…

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Saving Tips for the Holidays

We are finally turning the corner to the end of 2018, which means that the holiday season is quickly approaching. Although the holidays are a time to come together and enjoy family, they can also bring up stress when it comes to preparing financially. So, what better time to get ahead and start planning than…

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Win A Set Of Tastings To Oak & Apple Cidery ($50 Value)

Penfield is constantly developing as a community with the addition of local attractions, events, and restaurants. Although our town has always been a hub for things-to-do when the fall season arrives, we are especially excited about our newest festive addition. Oak & Apple Cidery is an alcoholic cidery with locally-brewed ciders on tap and sits…

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September Real Estate Market in Penfield, NY

Happy October! It’s the first Saturday of the month, which means it’s time to check out the Penfield, NY real estate market! As we change seasons, it’s a great time to think about changing your address. Here’s why: Buyers are Serious Fall market buyers are ready to be somewhere before the snow flies. They’ve usually…

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