Hodgkins Homes

11/04/2026

Make your home comfortable when selling

11/03/2026

Getting approved for a home is a major step, but protecting that approval throughout the buying process is just as important. 🏡 Changes to your credit, finances, or major purchases can impact your approval and potentially create problems before closing. Have questions about keeping your home purchase on track? Send me a message and let’s make sure you’re prepared every step of the way.

11/03/2026

Here's how to prepare for your home sale

10/30/2026

Most people don’t just wake up one day and decide to buy a house for fun.

In real estate, there’s always a reason. You just got married. Or divorced. Maybe a new baby, maybe a loss. Sometimes you’re relocating. Sometimes you’re downsizing. Maybe you’re finally investing.

Whatever the case, it’s never random. It’s life.

That’s why buying or selling a home is never just about the property. It’s about what you’re going through—and we get that. Whether you're navigating excitement or stress (or both), we’ve been there with clients through it all.

We don’t just show homes. We guide people through transitions.

If that’s where you are right now, we’re ready to help.

— Chip Hodgkins, Licensed Real Estate Broker
NYS License

10/30/2026

Worried about overpaying for a home? Knowing the numbers before you make an offer can help you buy with confidence. 🏡

Comparing recent sales, understanding the local market, and knowing what a home is truly worth can help you make a smart, competitive offer without paying more than you should.

Ready to find the right home at the right price? Send me a message today and let’s create a strategy for your next move.

10/29/2026

Never hire a friend to be your real estate agent.

Navigating the real estate market requires honesty and efficiency.

Whether selling or buying, choose a professional agent.

A friend might not be able to ensure your home's true value is recognized and your goals are met with the best possible outcome.

10/28/2026

How to choose a school district

10/28/2026

10/27/2026

People can smell fake a mile away.

If you're only doing something to get something in return, trust me—people know. It’s obvious when someone’s playing the game to make themselves look good, or worse, to manipulate others for their own gain.

And nobody wants to work with that guy.

Ulterior motives might get you short-term wins, but they destroy long-term trust. That energy sticks. It lingers. And once people feel it, it’s hard to shake.

Be real. Be authentic. Show up without an angle, and people will naturally gravitate toward you.

Stop chasing. Start attracting.

10/27/2026

Your living room sets the tone for your entire home. 🏡 Which style feels most like you? Drop your favorite in the comments! 👇