A practical guide for York & Lancaster County homeowners and buyers Radon is one of those home topics that isn’t exciting—until it matters. It’s an invisible, odorless gas that can build up inside homes, and long-term exposure increases lung-cancer risk. Nationally, radon is considered the second...
The housing market across York and Lancaster Counties remained active in February 2026, with low inventory continuing to drive competition among buyers. Both counties remain firmly in seller-market territory, though each shows slightly different dynamics when it comes to pricing and how quickly homes are selling. Lancaster...
The playbook for selling a home has changed fast. Buyers have more options, more leverage, and they are using it. Active housing inventory rose more than 16% year-over-year in 2025 — one of the largest annual increases since the pandemic-era crunch.1 At the same time,...
Quick March calendar (at a glance) Mar 1 (Sun) — York JCC Purim Carnival (York County) Mar 6 (Fri) — First Friday: Lancaster Science Factory (Lancaster County) + York History Center (York County) Mar 8 (Sun) — Charter Day @ Landis Valley (Lancaster County) Mar...
York County & Lancaster County, PA Real Estate Trends The January 2026 housing market update for York and Lancaster Counties shows a market that is stabilizing — not slowing. Inventory levels have increased compared to late 2025, giving buyers more options. At the same time, pricing remains...
When most homebuyers calculate whether they can afford a new home, they focus almost exclusively on one number: the monthly mortgage payment. It's the figure lenders qualify them for, the number discussed during showings, and the benchmark used to determine budgets. The average annual cost of...
Will 2026 be the year buyers stop waiting? Forecasters are split, predicting anywhere from 1.7%1 to 14%2 growth in home sales. That 12-point gap reveals the central question facing the housing market: how much will slightly lower mortgage rates and slowly eroding lock-in effects actually...
If you’ve been thinking about building a brand-new home, you’ve probably visited a model home or new community and been warmly greeted by the builder’s on-site sales agent. At some point, many buyers hear a version of this line: “You don’t really need your own agent. We...
Timing isn’t everything in real estate, but it can mean the difference between saving $20,000 or paying a premium, selling in 30 days or waiting three months, and negotiating from a position of strength or uncertainty. As we look toward 2026, understanding seasonal patterns has become...
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming and complex. As a first-time homebuyer, you want to make informed decisions and ensure a smooth process. To help you navigate this important journey, we've compiled five essential tips that will...