Thinking about selling your house? If you are, you might be weighing factors like today’s mortgage rates and your own changing needs to figure out your next move. Here’s something else to consider. According to the latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) from Fannie Mae, the percent of respondents who say it’s a good time to sell is on the rise (see graph below): Why Are Sellers Feeling so Optimistic? One reason why is because right now is traditionally the best time of year to sell a house. A recent article from Bankrate&nb ..read more

We are delighted to share some exciting news with you all. The Craig Hartranft Team has recently emerged as a frontrunner in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ first-quarter rankings for 2024. Berkshire Hathaway recently announced the first quarter rankings and we are thrilled to announce that our team has secured the #1 position for total homes sold in Pennsylvania. The Craig Hartranft Team has also ranked #4 for total homes sold within Berkshire’s expansive national network. This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication, professionalism, and expertise in navigating the complexities ..read more

Looking for some fun tomorrow night or this weekend? Check out our list below of a few events coming up in Lancaster and Lititz. Lancaster Stormers Opening Night – Gates open on the Lancaster Stormer’s 2024 season on April 30th! Gates open at 5:45 pm and the game starts at 6:45 pm. Click the link for tickets and more info.  While Tuesday is opening night, the Stormers have home games each day through Sunday the 6th. Check out their whole schedule here. Lititz Pretzel Fest – Visit downtown Lititz May 4th from 11 am to 4 pm for the beloved pretzel fest. This i ..read more

Join us at our open house this Sunday, April 28 from 1:00-3:00 pm at 671 S. Cedar Street in Lititz. Semi-detached home with three bedrooms and a completely renovated kitchen including granite counters. Home has first floor laundry, new paint and flooring, updated bathroom, and more. Come check it out! We look forward to seeing you there ..read more

Let’s take a look at the Lancaster County real estate market. In the infographic below, you’ll see a breakdown comparing the March 2024 real estate market here in Lancaster, PA to the market in 2023. New listings and sold listings were both down in March 2024 over last year. While these numbers do show a decrease from 2023, new listings and sold listings were both up in March over February 2024.  Average sales price continues to increase over last year, coming in at $352,279 for March 2024. The average sale price to listing price ratio for March 2024 came in at 101.2%, meaning ..read more

If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for sale right now. And historically, this is the time of year when more buyers move, and competition ticks up. That makes this an exciting time to put up that for sale sign. But while conditions are great for sellers like you, you’ll still want to be strategic when it comes time to set your asking price. That’s because pricing your house too high may actually co ..read more

Coming Soon 444 N. Angle Street, Mt. Joy Donegal School District Don’t miss this spacious and updated home, located close to highways, schools, shopping, restaurants, and more. Large open concept floorplan features gorgeous hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and tons of natural light. Cozy lower level family room offers plenty of additional living space. Home has three nice bedrooms including a nicely appointed master suite. Learn more about the home here ..read more

Coming Soon 746 W. 6th Street, Lititz Warwick School District About the home: Highly desirable Lititz location is just minutes from shopping, restaurants, schools and much more. Spacious 2 story home features a large living room, open kitchen, dining, family room and 3 large bedrooms on the second floor. New flooring throughout including updated carpet and brand new LVP in the bathrooms. Huge 2 tier deck leads to flat backyard and makes for a great space for outdoor entertaining. Property offers tons of storage options including a 2 car garage, attic storage, full basement and shed in the bac ..read more

This March, The Craig Hartranft Team welcomed two new agents to the team! Meet Jessica Peiffer and Stacy Neiles. Jessica Peiffer Jessica is a licensed realtor who is loves real estate because it combines her passion for homes and people! Jessica was raised in Lebanon County, however, quickly found herself longing to become a resident of Lancaster County after a few brief visits to the area. As a resident of Lancaster County for over 10 years, she’s found a new love for the culture and beauty this area has to offer. Her interest in architecture, design, and anything home related, is what conti ..read more

Today marks the beginning of Spring which means longer days and warmer weather. For homeowners here in Lancaster, PA the season changes bring great opportunities to address home maintenance items and spring is no exception. Here are a few things you can do to make sure your home is in great shape and ready as we head into summer! Reseal deck and other outdoor wood surfaces. Check your deck, fences, and any other wood surfaces that you have outside. Spring is the perfect time to reseal these items to protect them from weather year-round. Have your HVAC system serviced. Now is a great time to ..read more