Brian Marchand, New American Funding, NMLS # 481563

06/15/2026

Here's why these 5 foods are more expensive than ever.

Learn the surprising factors behind the price hikes on five staple foods.

06/14/2026

"The Fed meets Tuesday. The smart money already moved."
Rates are sitting at 6.52% — about a third of a point cheaper than this time last year — and Wall Street isn't pricing in a cut. '

Every buyer in the Capital Region is about to ask the same question: "Should I wait and see what the Fed does?"

The buyers who got pre-approved and locked this week aren't asking. They're writing offers.

If you're buying — or even thinking about it — this is the one to read. Comment "SPOTLIGHT" or send me a message and I'll get you this week's issue.

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06/14/2026

Art can be a therapeutic way to help your mental health. Here's why.

Art therapy is uniquely qualified to unlock people's innermost thoughts and feelings.

06/13/2026

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By Ryan Schoen, Principal Market Analyst Quick Hit In a pivotal shift, President Trump’s cancellation of strikes on Iran and comments for a deal being signed in Europe have triggered an immediate risk-on relief rally; driving oil prices and yields lower while at the same time lifting equities. Add...

06/13/2026

Would you eat this cantaloupe recipe as a dessert or side dish?

A sweet coating of honey and cinnamon makes cantaloupe even more irresistible.

06/12/2026

Explore the best garage door styles, from raised panel to carriage house to contemporary, to find the perfect fit for your home.

The right garage door can completely transform the look of your home, offering style and security in one package.

06/11/2026

This trail mix is sweet, salty, and oh so delicious!

Sweet and salty come head-to-head with this pair of recipes.

06/10/2026

This sweet chutney is perfect on just about everything!

Contrast a bowl of sweet salsa with a touch of Indian spice.

06/09/2026

🚨 Realtors & Sellers 🚨

Do you have a listing that's getting showings but no offers? Or even worse ... no showings at all!

Maybe the home is fantastic ... BUT the kitchen is dated? The roof needs replacement? The bathrooms need updating? Or buyers just can't see past the work that needs to be done?

Before you slash the price or put your moving plans on hold, let's talk!

I'm launching a BETA program where I'll feature select listings on social media and show buyers what's possible through renovation financing.

We'll jump on a Zoom call, walk through the property together, identify the challenges buyers are seeing, and then create a vision of what the home could become. The goal is to help buyers stop focusing on the problems and start seeing the potential!

Why should Chip and Joanna have all the fun? 😄

With renovation lending, buyers can finance both the home and the improvements into one mortgage. That means the "fixer-upper" you've been struggling to sell could become someone's dream home.

If you have a listing that's sitting on the market and you'd like to be featured, send me a message. Or not even featured ... if you just want to walk this thiswith me one-on-one ... reach out!

📞 Brian Marchand
NMLS #481563
📱 518-396-7392
📧 [email protected]

06/09/2026

Bring the beach to your kitchen with this adorable gelatin dessert.

These jello dessert cups look just like a fun beach scene.