by Becca Linnig | Jul 17, 2017 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyer, Moving, Sellers
“I can’t wait to move!” How often do you hear someone say that? What they mean is they can’t wait to be in their new place, all unpacked and organized and enjoying their new surroundings. What they don’t mean is, “I can’t wait...
by Becca Linnig | Jun 15, 2017 | Buyers, Buying A House, Home buyer, Homeowner, Sell House, Sellers
Resistance to change is common for buyers and sellers. This may seem surprising since both buying and selling mean seeking out a move with many related changes, but resistance is common none the less. Buying and selling real estate involve many complex decisions...
by Becca Linnig | Apr 6, 2017 | Homeowner, Moving, Sales, Sell House, Sellers
In a study performed by a top real estate agency in the country, it was determined that homes that have been beautifully staged sold for approximately six percent above the asking price on average. Furthermore, the estimated time on the market was cut in half. In...
by Becca Linnig | Mar 7, 2017 | Moving, Sales, Sell House, Sellers
It’s almost spring and in many parts of the country the housing market is already starting to thaw. Some markets like Denver, Seattle, and Portland are red hot. According to the S & P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Index, prices nationwide are up 5.6 percent as...
by Becca Linnig | Mar 7, 2017 | Buyers, Home buyer, Homeowner, Sellers
The US Census Bureau recently revealed that the US homeownership rate declined to 62.9%, the lowest level reported in 51 years of Census tracking. This statistic does not signal impending doom. Since 2006, there has been a decline from peak ownership rates which is...
by Becca Linnig | Feb 13, 2017 | Market Updates, Sell House, Sellers
Face it. Your home’s not perfect. You may keep up with general maintenance, and perhaps you’re meticulously clean. But how old is your kitchen? Do your paint colors reflect current trends? Could your living room use some updating? When it comes to selling...
