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Inside Indiana Business: South Bend real estate firm turns to AI as housing and talent strategies evolve
South Bend real estate firm turns to AI as housing and talent strategies evolve
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 11:19 AM EDT
By Eniola Longe
SOUTH BEND, Ind. - South Bend's real estate market is getting a high-tech boost. Local firms are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to speed up transactions, train agents and connect buyers with homes—tools that are helping the region not just move property but also attract and retain workers.
At real estate firm Cressy & Everett, co...
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Why a Bridge Loan Might Be the Right Choice for Your Move
When you're set to buy your next house but haven't sold your current one yet, timing can become your biggest hurdle. Our real estate agents at Cressy & Everett Real Estate know the struggles of arranging a smooth move, whether you're looking at South Bend houses on the market or checking out St. Joseph properties for sale. A bridge loan gives you a practical way to move ahead with confidence without having to wait for your current home to sell.
How Bridge Loans Work
A bridge loan gives you quick cash for a short time by using the value of your current house. This short-term loan helps you buy a new place before selling your old one, lasting six months to a year. The amount you can borrow depends on how much your current home is worth, minus what you still owe on it, and what the lender allows.
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Your Financial Checklist for a Year-End Home Purchase
This year has flown by and will be over before we know it. Fortunately, there is still plenty of time to buy a home before the end of the year. You will, however, want to do some financial preparation before you start shopping. Keeping your finances in order helps ensure the rest of the home-buying process goes smoothly, saving you time in the long run. So, what financial tasks do you need to complete in order to buy a home this year? Our real estate agents are happy to provide this checklist.
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First-Time Homebuyers: Overcome the Odds with These Tips
Buying a home for the first time can be a challenge. At Cressy & Everett Real Estate, our real estate agents are always there to advise you. That means not only finding you the best South Bend homes for sale, but helping you make the right choices every step of the way.
Buying a home may seem intimidating at first, but there's good news. Many buyers simply jump into the process with both feet. If it throws them a curveball, they often end up having to walk away from the home they want. By spending some time researching – like you're doing right now – you are much more likely to succeed.
Your real estate agent is there to guide you, but in the end, you make all the decisions. So, the more you know about buying a property, the easier it'll be. A little knowledge goes a long way! Here's how to beat the odds as a first-time homebuyer.
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Mortgage Application Denied? Take These Steps Next
Buying a new home is exciting! You've checked out available South Bend homes for sale, figured out your down payment, and have a mortgage pre-approval letter from a lender. You finally found the perfect home and it's time to get a mortgage. You apply, get excited, start packing and then you hear the two most dreaded words in the home buying process: "Mortgage Denied."
It happens. If you've been rejected for a loan, it can be jarring, but you can turn it around. The key is understanding the reason(s) why you were turned down, and how to fix any problems.
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