Christina Stonionis- Realtor

10/12/2026

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Why Most People Are Still Glad They Bought a Home

Don’t let today’s uncertainty make you lose sight of what homeownership can do over time. Most homeowners say they’d make the same choice again. And decades of home-price growth help explain why.
If you’re wondering whether buying makes sense for you right now, let’s look at the numbers together – and what owning a home could mean for you in the years ahead.



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With everything going on, it’s understandable if you’re wondering if you’d regret buying right now.

10/09/2026

500 families down. A limitless future ahead.
This year, the Fermin Fox team crossed a massive milestone with 500 closed and pending transactions. Success like this takes hustle, heart, and the right team behind you.
Why build your career alone when you can build it with the best? Come take your real estate business to the next level with Fermin Fox.
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10/08/2026

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Renovate or Relocate? What To Know Before You Decide To Age in Place

Staying and moving can both be good choices. What matters most is finding the place where you'll feel comfortable and at home for years to come.

If you'd like help weighing the two, let's connect. We can look at what your house could sell for and what 55+ communities in our area have to offer, so you can decide what feels right for you.



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You've spent years making your house feel like home, celebrating milestones, making each room your own, and turning neighbors into friends. As you look ahead to the next chapter of your life, it's natural to wonder if this is still the place you want to spend it.

10/07/2026

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Myth vs. Reality: Does the Fed Control Mortgage Rates?

The Fed doesn’t set mortgage rates, but its hikes can keep them higher for a while. The goal is to bring inflation, and eventually rates, down over time. With more hikes likely this year, waiting may not pay off. So, let's map out a plan that works at today's rates.



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You've probably heard the Federal Reserve (the Fed) is raising rates again. And if you're planning to buy or sell a house, you may be wondering what that means for you.

10/05/2026

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Two Moves That Can Get You Into Your First Home Sooner

Your first home may not be as far off as it feels. When the numbers make sense for you, buying a starter home and putting down less than 20% can get you there years sooner.

Want to see which starter homes in our area could fit your budget? Let's connect.



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For a lot of first-time buyers, owning a home can feel perpetually a few years out of reach.

10/01/2026

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What Higher Mortgage Rates Mean for Home Sellers

Higher mortgage rates are making buyers more cost-conscious. Builders know that, and many are responding with reduced rate, closing-cost help, price reductions, and other incentives.
If you're thinking about selling, let's look at what buyers are getting from other homes in our area – including new construction – and make sure your house is positioned to compete.



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Higher mortgage rates don't just affect buyers. They can change what it takes to sell your house, too.

09/30/2026

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Hoping for (or Dreading) a Housing Crash? The Experts Just Weighed In.

Whether you're bracing for a crash or hoping for one, the verdict is the same – prices are still expected to rise, not fall. Let's talk about what that means for your market and your plans.



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Half the buyers out there are scared home prices are about to crash. The other half are hoping they will.

09/28/2026

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The Mortgage Rate You See Online Isn’t Necessarily the One You’d Get.

Headlines and social media make today’s rates sound high. But you have to remember, the rate you’re seeing online and your actual rate could be different. The only way to know what your rate could be is to talk to a trusted lender.

With the right help, you can find out what your real rate is – and where it can take you.



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You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that's left you reluctant to buy a home, here's what you need to remember…

09/24/2026

The exam gave you a license. It didn’t give you a business.

At The Fermin Group, the guesswork is replaced with structure. That means more than 10 hours of weekly training, bi-weekly one-on-one coaching, and weekly role play. You also get live transfer leads and a full-time marketing team behind you.

The total value comes to $146,419 in resources. The cost to our agents is $0.

If you’re newly licensed and want to build this the right way from the start, let’s talk. Link in bio, or send me a DM.

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