At this point, almost everyone knows about the "crazy hot housing market" — which is great for sellers, but what about buyers? Should you avoid buying a house until things "cool off"? The short answer: No.
There are three main factors that go into determining the affordability of homes for buyers:
1) Mortgage Rates 2) Mortgage Payments as Percentage of Income 3) Home Prices
Homes are actually more affordable now than at any point since the 2008 housing crash when distressed properties (foreclosures/short sales) dominated the market. Why are they so affordable?
Out of the three factors, the one playing the largest role in today's market is the historically low mortgage rates. Buying while mortgage rates are as low as they are now can potentially save you quite a bit over the course of your home loan.
Purchasing a home today may save you a significant amount of money over time based on historical affordability trends. If you'd like to learn more, or have questions about buying or selling a home, don't hesitate to reach out!
July is finally here and there are so many things to do in Kosciusko County, be sure to check out the list of local events below, and don't forget to visit our Facebook Page or website for Open Houses, we have them *almost* every weekend!
***Are you ready to take advantage of low mortgage rates?*** Feel free to send questions to: [email protected]
Kosciusko County Market Stats Compared to May of last year, the market continues to soar with increases in new listings, closed sales, and median sales price. However, there has been a significant decrease in the months supply of inventory, and inventory of homes for sale, down by 46.2 and 40.4 percent respectively.
Are you considering selling or buying a home? Our team will make sure you have all the knowledge and details needed to make smart decisions, and have smooth transactions. We make sure all the things that matter are excellently DONE.
The time to indulge in the diversity of summer fun on the water is in full swing! Allow yourself to be enchanted by beautiful sparkling water, bask in the summer breeze, pause, and relax in the great outdoors.
Keep reading to find out how you can make the most out of the Syracuse/Wawasee Lake season, and have your best summer yet!
Each month, we will be featuring a local business we know and love. This month, we'd like to introduce family owned Socks Marina on Webster Lake. We caught up with the owner, Ryan Coverstone, and asked him a few questions about the business that aims to take your lake experience to the next level!
Mark Your Calendars! "Client Appreciation Ice Cream Social" July 30th
In Case You Missed It ...
Million Dollar Club
The one and only Angie Racolta of the The RGroup Real Estate has been hailed as part of the Keller Williams Realty Group's million dollar club for the month of May!
$20 Million Milestone
Our team is thrilled to have surpassed $20 million so far in 2021! We've also helped more than 50 families already.
We are excited for what the rest of 2021 will bring!
Fitness Goals
Aside from real estate, fitness is also our passion. Thank you, Yuko and all the strong ladies at Lakeside Fitness, for getting our sweat on and making it fun!
From City to Lake Life
That moment when neighbors from the Chicago area found out they both bought lake properties—one on Syracuse Lake and the other on Lake Wawasee. Cheers to the lake life!
Promotional Video
The RGroup Team did a promotional video with Team Tuttle Mortgage LLC. We can't wait for you to see it!
4th of July Giveaway
We had so much fun making the 4th of July celebration of one person extra special! Our giveaway winner received a gift card from Coffee Depot, Dockside apparel, and The RGroup special items perfect for summer like Koozies, tumblers, and so much more!
At a Glance
Are You Ready for Summer on the Lake? We Still Have Availability! We Can Also Help You Rent Out Your Lake Home!
Elevate your adventure this lake season by booking the best accommodation on the lake!
The RGroup Rentals has 7 properties to choose from on some of the most popular lakes in the area including Wawasee, Chapman, and Syracuse— allowing you access to waterfront dining, all water sports activities, and beautiful views!
Check out our adorable, fully remodeled home in Oakwood Park that overlooks Conklin Bay on Lake Wawasee. A cozy retreat awaits you with this property's serene outdoor space where you can enjoy a fire by the lake, or watch all the wildlife that visits the area. This 3-bedroom (sleeps 6), 1 bath home offers an open floor plan and lots of amenities!
More photos and booking availability for this Oakwood Park property, right here!
Our Property Manager Katy Dilley or Assistant Property Manager Brittney Niles are ready to help, feel free to reach out for more information.
Do you have a lake house or house near the lake you are not using? If you're looking for an easy and convenient way to rent out your lake home, we've got you covered. Our Property Management services can help you rent out your empty location all season long!
Our goal is to provide 100% worry free service to our owners—once we onboard your property, we will schedule professional pictures and handle the marketing, operations, accounting, licensing, and customer relations!
This could be a substantial passive income opportunity without the hassle of managing it yourself—more money in your pocket and time in your day!
***FEATURED LISTING*** 10300 N South Channel Drive Lake Wawasee 4 Beds / 1 Bath / 104' of Channelfront / $989,000
Get ready for amazing sunrises over beautiful Lake Wawasee from your private upper deck OR spacious lower deck on a spectacular 104' of channel frontage! This unique 2-story, 4 bedroom, 1 bath home has some fantastic qualities, such as the detached 3 car garage, spacious 0.29 acre lot & prime location in the highly desirable Leeland Quiet Harbor neighborhood. Don't let this slip away!