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Recent blogs on Home Selling
By Ann Hayden 636-399-7544, SelectAnn.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties-St. Louis Missouri)
Top 7 Reasons to Sell Your St. Louis, MO Home NOW!Are you considering selling your home in the St. Louis market, then you're probably wondering what factors to consider before putting your home on the market. Here are the top seven reasons why now might be the perfect time to sell your house in St. Louis, MO1.  Low inventory: The St. Louis housing market is currently experiencing a shortage of available homes for sale. This means that if you list your home now, you're likely to receive more attention from potential buyers.2.  High demand: The demand for homes in St. Louis is strong, with many buyers looking to move into the area. This can lead to multiple offers and potentially a bidding war, resulting in a higher sale price for your home.3.  Increasing home values: Home values in St. L...
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By Abby Stiller, SW Florida (239) 284-8637
(TOP SELLING REALTY)
You won’t find another house with these amazing views of a lake in Cape Coral, FL! Come live the dream and experience the SW Florida lifestyle. The magnificent pool home sits on HALF ACRE of land! This house boasts 2332 sq.ft. plenty of room to entertain family and friends. There are 3 spacious bedrooms + a Den, 2 1/2 baths and comes totally furnished! Located in the desired section of SW Cape Coral close to fine dining, shopping, schools and just minutes to Fort Myers. Don't miss your chance to own this extremely rare piece of property. Come and grab your favorite beverage and enjoy beautiful sunsets over the majestic tranquil lake! You can also enjoy kayaking, boating and fishing here! 239-284-8637 Abby & Bernie Stiller Top Selling Realty   Priced to sell quickly: $675,000   1323 SW ...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Vernon WI Homes for Sale | Market Report for February 2023Enjoy country living in Vernon!Vernon is a town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It is bordered by Big Bend to the east, Waukesha to the north, and Mukwonago to the west.The town has a total area of 32.7 square miles, of which 32.2 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water. Commuting from Vernon is easy via I-43, Highway 164, National Avenue and Forest Home Avenue.The Town of Vernon was formerly a part of Muskego. It was established on March 8, 1839 by an act of the state legislature.There are speculations as to how the town got its names. Some historians believe that it was named after Mt. Vernon.It is the perfect community for those who are looking for a tranquil and rural setting.Residents and visitors can view the peac...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Waukesha County Home Sales Market Report February 2023Waukesha County Homes For Sale, Waukesha County Real Estate, Kristin Johnston,RE/MAX Real Estate Market Report for Waukesha County, WI for February 2023.  Waukesha County Real Estate, Waukesha County Homes For Sale My name is Kristin Johnston.  My market report gives you the real estate activity for Waukesha County, WI for the last 30 days. Are you looking to buy a house in Waukesha County?  Wondering what your Waukesha County Home is worth? Call/text me at 414 254 6647 or email me at kjohnston@remax.net. I specialize in Waukesha County Real Estate, and have a lot of experience with Waukesha Real Estate and Pewaukee Real Estate.  In fact, I have lived in Waukesha, WI since 1997. Review my many happy client testimonials too! Average L...
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By Walter DiLoreto, Real Estate Short Sale Specialist
(PHP Houses)
Once you’ve made the decision to sell your house and have hired a real estate agent to help, they’ll ask how much access to your home you want to give potential buyers. Your answer matters more now than it did in recent years. Here’s why. At the height of the buying frenzy seen during the pandemic, there was a rise in the number of homebuyers who put offers on houses sight unseen. That happened for three reasons: Extremely low housing inventory A lot of competition from other buyers wanting to take advantage of historically low mortgage rates And general wariness of in-person home tours during a pandemic Today, the market’s changing, and buyers can usually be more selective and take more time to explore their options. So, in order to show your house and sell it efficiently, you’ll want...
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By Andrea Bedard, Fluent in Real Estate & German, M.A. ABR ASP CIPS
(Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860)
I've been working with wonderful sellers (I have the best ones) for a couple of months now. The process actually began well before that but we have been in serious preparation mode since about January. I would love to tell you all about this stunning property in Brookeville, MD but our MLS rules prohibit me from doing so at this point in time. Any marketing has to wait until we have entered all the details into the MLS and published it as either a Coming Soon or Active listing. Instead of whetting your appetite with first pictures and a description of this extraordinary home (but it's all coming real soon!), I am using this opportunity to tell you more about the Coming Soon listing status. As mentioned above, we cannot put a sign in the yard, send email announcements, or share details o...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
🈚▐►NO BANK FSBO RENT to OWN 3 HOMES 3bd Berkeley County Summerville  🈚▐►NO BANK FSBO Rent to Own 3 HOUSES 3bd 2ba Summerville-CharlestonAVAILABLE  TODAY!!3 bd - 2 ba DWMH +2 Car Garage + Land + Sheds 3 bd - 2 ba Rent to Own BRICK HOUSE PLUS LAND - Yard!3 bd - 2 ba Rent to Own BRICK HOUSE+ LAND + Garage +Yard + Shed!MORE!🈚▐►FSBO NO BANK ★ Lease Option Houses ★ 3bd Summerville-CharlestonBUY - SELL - RENT to OWN - INVESTWe Are the Licensed Mt Pleasant SC Real Estate Investment CompanyServing the Charleston South Carolina Community Since 2002We Buy and Sell LOCAL Houses - Mobile Homes - LandFSBO-NO MLS FEE-NO BROKER FEE-RENT to OWN ★ ★ BUYSEE On Our WEBSITEWholeSale Buyer Values @  ★ ★ 🈚▐►SCInvestmentProperties.com   ★ ★ 🈚▐►NO BANK FSBO RENT to OWN 3 HOMES 3bd-2ba Summerville-Charleston🈚▐►N...
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By Charles Ross - (785)-819-6944, Love To Help People
(eXp Realty LLC Salina Group)
A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you’re planning to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts are saying you should keep in mind.1. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still SellingHouses that are updated and priced at their current market value are still selling. Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist at Zillow, says:“. . . sellers who price and market their home competitively shouldn’t have a problem finding a buyer.”The need to price your house right is so important today because the market has changed so much over the past year. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, explains:“With a smaller pool of buyers today and more competition from other homes on the market, homesellers will likely...
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By Anna Chroscicki, Realtor - St. Lucie County affordable Real Estate
(Re/Max Masterpiece Realty)
 🏡FOR SALE: 3/2/1 Pool Home On Canal  Visit https://www.annasellsrealestate.com/newlisting/10862400/_2642-SW-Cadet-Circle-Port-Saint-Lucie-FL-34953 to view more information about the property. Anna Chroscicki with RE/MAX Masterpiece RealtyCall me at 772-485-4188 with any Real Estate Questions. Web-site:www.annasellsrealestate.comSelling Real Estate On Treasure Coast Since 2000.  #annachroscicki #realtor #realestate #REMAX #Portsaintlucie #homebuying #MASTERPIECE  #realestatefact #canal #poolhome
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By MaryKay Shumway, Door County Wisconsin's Real Estate Expert
(The Kellstrom Ray Agency, Inc. (Est. 1948))
 How to Prepare Your Home for a Real Estate ShowingAs a real estate Broker, I spend a LOT of time and money concentrating on selling your listed property.  Over the years, we have developed a not-inclusive list that really helps my Sellers prepare for showings and/or for their first photography session.  You'd think that much of it is common sense, but my Sellers are very appreciative for this checklist to review when it comes time for photography and then for showings.   One of the most important things to remember is:  you are hoping to actually MOVE!  So the more packing and decluttering you do in preparation for photography and showings, the less you will ultimately have to do when you have an accepted Offer and are ready to move.Here is my comprehensive list for how to prepare your...
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By Evelyn Santiago, Managing Broker Heart Realty Group, Inc., Passionate About Real Estate & Our Clients!
(Heart Realty Group, Inc..)
People always ask "How's the Market" whenever they find out that you are a real estate broker.   It's hard to answer  with so many experts saying things like - don't buy now - wait for interest  rates to go down,  best time to buy, and similar advice from one end of the spectrum to another.The reality is that the time to buy a home or invest in home varies depending on the individual and their current life style, financial condition, marital status or simply just life!  Just as "there's a home for every buyer" and  "Home  is where the Heart" is and other such quaint sentiments buying a home is not only a large financial commitment but an emotional commitment.Unlike other "assets" its not cut and dry.  For instance - my latest "Sold" listing has/had a lot of potential!  In an established...
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By Jackye Mumphrey, The Real Estate Maven® Atlanta Real Estate
(Keller Williams Realty Cityside)
Pursuing a dream home can be an exciting and challenging journey. It can involve lots of research, negotiation, and patience. It’s important to take the time to assess your needs, budget, and lifestyle before beginning the search and of course make sure that you'll have someone that is knowledgeable and well-experienced in the field to help you have a smooth process. "The Maven" possesses those qualities and is always here to help!
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By DALIA KIBBY, Selling Broward County Homes with Passion!
(One Sothebys International Realty)
Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and that this could be a repeat of 2008 – which hasn’t happened. Others have forecasted a real estate market that could see slight appreciation or depreciation depending on the area of the country. And as we get closer to the spring real estate market, experts are continuing to forecast what they believe will happen with home prices this year and beyond.Selma Hepp, Chief Economist at CoreLogic, says:“While 2023 kicked off on a more optimistic note for the U.S. housing market, recent mortgage rate volatility highlights how much uncertainty remains. Nevertheless, the continued shortage of for-sale homes is likely to keep price declines modest, which are projected to top out ...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Check out this link from our local Realtors + MLS, below for the newest homes to come on the market Mesa Arizona, homes for sale YOUR   Latest activity in the VALLEY of the SUNFor ALL your Valley AZ Real Estate NeedsPHONE   Bill   at   602-999-0952Text         Bill   at    602-999-0952Email      Bill    at     billAZElite@cox.net Read other YVP Blogs hereFor more information, Call or Text: 602-999-0952eMail: golfarizona@cox.netBill Salvatore / Arizona Elite PropertiesYour Valley Property TeamResidential Sales, Marketing, and Property ManagementSelling Arizona for more than 20 yearsFounder: AZVHV Arizona Veterans Helping VeteransRecipient: East Valley Tribune’s: Best Gilbert, Arizona Realtor   Bill Salvatore, Arizona Elite Properties, Veterans Agent, Chandler Realtor, Gilbert Realtor, Te...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This is an excellent post with great information. Thanks for sharing it.Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP Homeowners Still Have Positive Equity Gains over the Past 12 Months If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a big boost over the past few years thanks to rapidly rising home prices. Here’s how it happened and what it means for you, even as the market moderates. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. Because there was a significant imbalance between the number of homes available for sale and the number of buyers looking to make a purchase over the past few years, home prices appreciated substantially. And while home price appreciation has moderated this year, and even depreciated slightly in some overheated markets, that doesn’t...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
🈚▐► FIXER UPPER  3bd-2ba Berkeley County 29479★ ★ SEE On Our WEBSITEWholeSale Buyer Values @  ★ ★ 🈚▐►SCInvestmentProperties.com   ★ ★SEE YOUR CONFIDENTIAL BUYER VIP – Then Call Steve to Visit by Appointment ★ ★ All Properties Have a Detailed Video Walk Through Hosted by our Team Members. Visit Our Fine Homes by Confirmed Appointment - We Contact ALL Who Visit Our FREE Preferred Buyer VIP.★BUY - SELL - RENT to OWN - INVESTWe Are the Mt Pleasant SC Real Estate Investment CompanyServing the Charleston South Carolina Community Since 2002We Buy and Sell LOCAL Houses, Mobile Homes, Land.Ladson, Summerville, College Park, Jedburg, Knightsville, Goose Creek, North Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, Walterboro, Orangeburg, Columbia, Greenville, Beaufort, Myrtle Beach, Spartanburg, Florence,...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
0 Veranda Dr., Sylmar CA 91342: Just Listed...Directions : Exit 210- Osborne St- Left on Garrick- Right on Kagel Canyon St- to Kagel Cyn Rd North to left on Shafer Pl, left on Blue Sage turn Left on Veranda drive to end park and walk direction toward water tower with plat map.Remarks : Fantastic opportunity to buy a parcel of land off Kagel Canyon. Close to Sylmar Center but far enough away to be in a peaceful and serene part of Sylmar. Build your dream home. Ideal for a writer who wants to be close but far enough away from the Hustle and Bustle of Metropolitan Los Angeles. Reach out for a plat map and don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity at a bargain price. Best priced land in the area.Agent Remarks : Email listing agent for directions and a plat map homess@endrebarath.com  Sho...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
29162 Upper Ramirez Motor Way, Malibu, CA.: Accepting Backup Offers... amazingly, we were in multiple offers this time for this fantastic parcel of land. Directions : Pacific Coast Hwy head east on Kanan Dume Rd. to Latigo Cyn turn Right and at 1701 Latigo Cyn turn right at Snake Bite Ridge go to the end and gate is on the left.Remarks : Here is your opportunity if you are seeking ocean views, easy access to PCH, Mulholland & Augora Hills. Ideal for a Developer or an Owner user who would like to build or live on this fantastic parcel of land. It falls under LA County Building Dept. jurisdiction & is outside of coastal hence easier for approvals. Water is available nearby, as well as city DPW also provided the difficult to obtain letter approving digging a well. Neighboring lot found wat...
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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The right Charlotte REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
4 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR BEDROOM LOOK BIGGER USING PAINT1. Paint your walls light colors.The reason this works is simply because lighter colors will reflect the light, making it seem brighter and roomier. Darker paint absorbs light, which will feel smaller and more constricting. Paint the walls a light, lively color to make a small room feel much larger. When thinking about your bedroom design, try to stay away from dark colors.2. Monochromatic paint.Coordination is an important feature of any room design and the best place to start is with your paint. Use monochromatic paint colors throughout the room to create fluidity and space. Painting the room with different or opposite colors will segment off portions of the room when viewing, making it feel smaller. In a small room, use a couple of s...
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By Joan Cox, Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time
(House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373)
A little over one full day on the market, Laura received multiple offers on this beautiful ranch in Inspriration.   We are again seeing bidding wars, and the offer accepted was over list price!   KUDOS Laura! Brand new on the market, this ranch home was built in 2020, built by Lennar Homes.8752 S. Wenatchee CourtAurora, CO  80016Priced at $759,900One-story living, with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an oversized 3-car attached garage.   There are 2,525 above ground, and another 2,525 in the basement, which is unfinished.  The primary bedroom is impressive with a walk-in closet and also has access to the laundry room.Seller has new luxury vinyl plant throughout the main areas and bedrooms, extra blown-in insulation, high-speed Cat 5 internet, and with voice-enabled smart home features.   T...
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