Why Some Homes Sell Quickly – and Others Don’t Sell at All

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 27, 2025. Posted in Agent Value, For Sellers, Inventory, Selling Tips, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold – and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market. Listings are up almost 20% from this time last year. And in some areas, supply is even back to levels we last saw in 2017–2019. For sellers, that means one thing:Your house needs to stand out and grab attention from day one.That’s especially true when you consider why the number of homes for sale is up. Here’s how it works. Available inventory is a mix of: Active Listings: homes that have been sitting on the market, but haven’t sold yetNew Listings: homes that...

Fidelity Home Group | Only 2% of Home Sales Are Foreclosures or Short Sales

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 26, 2025. Posted in Mortgage St. Augustine, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Only 2% of Home Sales Are Foreclosures or Short Sales Want to know what’s happening in our local market? Let’s talk! NMLS ID 1834853 #fidelityhomegroup #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany #mortgagetips #foreclosures #shortsales

Vulnerability Assessment

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 24, 2025. Posted in St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Fidelity Home Group | Over two-thirds of homeowners have at least 50% equity or own their home

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 24, 2025. Posted in Mortgage St. Augustine, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Over two-thirds of homeowners have at least 50% equity or own their home free and clear. Over two-thirds of homeowners have at least 50% equity or own their home free and clear. If you want to find out how much you have, let’s chat! NMLS ID 1834853 #fidelityhomegroup #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany #mortgagetips #homeequity Data Sources https://data.census.gov/table/ACSDT1Y2022.B25027?q=mortgage https://www.attomdata.com/news/market-trends/home-sales-prices/q2-2025-home-equity-and-underwater-report/

The Reason Homes Feel Like They Cost So Much (It’s Not What You Think)

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 23, 2025. Posted in For Buyers, Home Prices, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Scroll through your feed and you’ll see plenty of finger-pointing about why homes cost so much. And according to a national survey, a lot of people believe big investors are to blame.Even though data shows that’s not true, nearly half of Americans surveyed (48%) think investors are the top reason housing feels so expensive (see graph below):But that theory doesn’t actually hold up once you look at the data.The Truth About InvestorsInvestors do play a role in the housing market, especially in certain areas. But they’re not buying up all the homes like so many people on social media...

City Wide Tide Check Valves

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 23, 2025. Posted in St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Learn how the City of St. Augustine is using tide check valves to combat “sunny day” flooding in areas like Davis Shores. This project prevents saltwater from backing up into the city’s stormwater drainage system during high tides, protecting streets and infrastructure. View project documents and maps detailing the installation of these critical flood prevention devices.

Planning To Sell in 2026? Start the Prep Now

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 22, 2025. Posted in For Sellers, Selling Tips, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

You’ve got big plans for 2026. But what you do this year could be the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one. If you’re thinking of selling next spring (the busiest season in real estate), the smartest move you can make is to start prepping now. As Realtor.com says:“If you’re aiming to sell in 2026, now is the time to start preparing, especially if you want to maximize the spring market’s higher buyer activity.” Because the reality is, from small repairs to touch-ups and decluttering, the earlier you start, the easier it’ll be when you’re ready to list. And, the better your...

Electronics & Batteries

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 21, 2025. Posted in St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

St. Augustine residents can drop off broken electronics and used batteries at the Solid Waste Facility at 601 Riberia Street. Accepted items include laptops, monitors, printers, household appliances, various batteries, and more. Please note that televisions and hazardous waste are not accepted at this location.

Public Announcements

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 21, 2025. Posted in St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

Stay informed with St. Augustine’s public announcements and access helpful resources. This page provides city video messages to keep you up-to-date on important local information.

Fidelity Home Group | What’s Really Happening with Home Prices Right Now?

Written by St. Augustine Mortgage Syndicated User on October 21, 2025. Posted in Mortgage St. Augustine, St. Augustine, St. Augustine Mortgage.

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices Right Now? What’s really happening with home prices right now? It all depends on where you live. Want the real story for your area? Let’s talk. NMLS ID 1834853 #fidelityhomegroup #floridamortgage #floridamortgagerates #floridamortgagecompany #mortgagetips Data Sources https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/

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