July Newsletter

🏡 July Real Estate Newsletter

Craig Bupp from Coldwell Banker – Chambersburg

Hello

Happy July! As we celebrate summer and Independence Day, it’s also a great time to take advantage of the active real estate market. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on trends, here’s what you need to know this month.

🔥 Hot Tips for a Hot Market

For Buyers:

Act Fast: Homes are moving quickly—be ready to make strong offers.
Stay Cool During Showings: Bring water and wear light clothing when touring homes in the heat.
Ask About Energy Efficiency: Summer utility bills can be high—check for insulation, windows, and HVAC condition.

For Sellers:

Keep It Cool: Make sure your home is comfortably air-conditioned during showings.
Highlight Summer Features: Pools, patios, and shaded yards are big selling points—make them shine!
Mid-Summer Refresh: Touch up landscaping and repaint faded exterior trim for maximum curb appeal.

📊 July Market Snapshot

Average Days on Market: 8-11 days from Listing to Pending
Median Home Price: $335,000 up 12.1% from last year
Inventory Remains Tight: Listings are up slightly, but still not enough to meet demand, keeping competition high

Want a custom home value estimate? Just reply to this email!

📉 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate

Forecast Range: 6.65% to 7.07%

📉 15-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate

Forecast Range: 5.90% to 6.10%

🔥 Top Trending Areas in Franklin County, PA

Chambersburg

Why it’s hot: Central location, strong school district, and a mix of historic homes and new developments.
Market highlights: Homes are selling quickly—some in under 2 weeks.

Greencastle

Why it’s hot: High-end properties, excellent schools (like Greencastle-Antrim), and proximity to I-81.

🧰 Summer Home Maintenance Tips

Inspect and clean your deck or patio
Check sprinkler systems for leaks
Seal driveway cracks before fall
Clean and inspect ceiling fans

🎆 Local July Events

Independence Day Celebration – July 4^th, 3 to 9PM (235 S 3^rd St Chambersburg)
4th of July Fireworks – at 9PM in Chambersburg
Franklin County Fair – July 6^th thru 12^th (3725 Warm Spring Rd)
Gettysburg Bike Week – July 10 thru 13 (75 Cunningham Rd)
Greencastle Sidewalk Days – July 11^th and 12th

Support your community and enjoy the sunshine!

💬 Let’s Connect!

Whether you’re ready to make a move or just have questions, I’m here to help. Let’s chat about your goals and how I can support you this summer.

📞 717-331-3424
📧 craig.bupp@cbrealty.com
🌐 https://craigbupp.com

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