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Selling Your Home

Before You Sell Your Home to a Cash Investor, Please Read This.

There’s something happening in real estate that I wish more homeowners understood. You’ve probably seen the postcards, billboards and advertisements. “We Buy Ugly Houses.” “Cash for Your Home.” “No Repairs Needed.” And I understand why those messages are appealing. Maybe you’ve inherited a home from a parent who passed away. Maybe an aging family member […]
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The 3 Biggest Mistakes North Aurora Home Sellers Are Making Right Now (And How to Avoid Them)

If you’re thinking about selling your home in North Aurora this year, there’s something important you should know… The market has shifted. Homes are still selling – but not the way they were a couple of years ago. Buyers are more selective, more informed, and less willing to overlook things that used to slide. And […]
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Thinking About Selling Your Home in North Aurora? Start Here.

If you’re even considering selling your home in North Aurora, you’re not alone. Many homeowners I talk with aren’t 100% sure yet-they’re just starting to explore what it might look like, what their home could sell for, and whether now is the right time. That’s exactly where you should start. The Truth About Today’s Market […]
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When You Sell Your House, Where Do You Plan To Go?

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able […]

Selling Your Home Before You Sell Your Home to a Cash Investor, Please Read This. There’s something happening in real estate that I wish more homeowners understood. You’ve probably seen the postcards, billboards and advertisements. “We Buy Ugly Houses.” “Cash for Your Home.” “No Repairs Needed.” And I understand why those messages are appealing. Maybe you’ve inherited a home from a parent who passed away. Maybe an aging family member […]

North Aurora The 3 Biggest Mistakes North Aurora Home Sellers Are Making Right Now (And How to Avoid Them) If you’re thinking about selling your home in North Aurora this year, there’s something important you should know… The market has shifted. Homes are still selling – but not the way they were a couple of years ago. Buyers are more selective, more informed, and less willing to overlook things that used to slide. And […]

North Aurora Thinking About Selling Your Home in North Aurora? Start Here. If you’re even considering selling your home in North Aurora, you’re not alone. Many homeowners I talk with aren’t 100% sure yet-they’re just starting to explore what it might look like, what their home could sell for, and whether now is the right time. That’s exactly where you should start. The Truth About Today’s Market […]

Uncategorized When You Sell Your House, Where Do You Plan To Go? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able […]

Uncategorized Reasons To Sell Your House Before the New Year As the year winds down, you may have decided it’s time to make a move and put your house on the market. But should you sell now or wait until January? While it may be tempting to hold off until after the holidays, here are three reasons to make your move before the new year. […]

Uncategorized The Perks of Selling Your House When Inventory Is Low When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move. One thing that may be working in your favor is how few homes there are for sale right now. Here’s what you need to know about the current inventory situation and what it means for […]

Uncategorized Why You May Still Want To Sell Your House After All Even though you may feel reluctant to sell your house because you don’t want to take on a mortgage rate that’s higher than the one you have now, there’s more to consider. While the financial side of things does matter, your personal needs may actually matter just as much. As an article from Bankrate says: “Deciding whether it’s the right time […]

Uncategorized Why You Need a True Expert in Today’s Housing Market The housing market continues to shift and change, and in a fast-moving landscape like we’re in right now, it’s more important than ever to have a trusted real estate agent on your side. Whether you’re buying your first home or selling once again, it’s mission critical to work with an expert who can guide you through […]

Uncategorized Homebuyers Are Getting Used to the New Normal Before you decide to sell your house, it’s important to know what you can expect in the current housing market. One positive trend right now is homebuyers are adapting to today’s mortgage rates and getting used to them as the new normal. To better understand what’s been happening with mortgage rates lately, the graph below shows the […]

Uncategorized Your Needs Matter More Than Today’s Mortgage Rates If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And, while things like mortgage rates are a key part of your decision on what you’ll buy next, it’s important to not lose sight of the reason you want to make a change in the first […]

Uncategorized 4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home Are you planning to buy a home this spring? Though things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, it’s still a sellers’ market. So, when you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your best offer. 1.Lean on a Real Estate Professional Rely on an agent […]

Uncategorized The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: “Two dynamics are keeping existing-home inventory historically low – rate-locked existing homeowners and the fear of not finding something to buy.” Let’s break down these two big issues in today’s housing […]

Uncategorized Want To Sell Your House? Price It Right. Last year, the housing market slowed down in response to higher mortgage rates, and that had an impact on home prices. If you’re thinking of selling your house soon, that means you’ll want to adjust your expectations accordingly. As realtor.com explains: “. . . some of the more prominent pandemic trends have changed, so sellers might wish to adjust […]

Uncategorized 3 Best Practices for Selling Your House This Year A new year brings with it the opportunity for new experiences. If that resonates with you because you’re considering making a move, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement over your next home and a sense of attachment to your current one. A great way to ease some of those emotions and ensure you’re feeling confident […]

Uncategorized Planning To Sell Your House? It’s Critical To Hire a Pro. With higher mortgage rates and moderating buyer demand, conditions in the housing market are different today. And if you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to understand how the market has changed and what that means for you. The best way to make sure you’re in the know is to work with a trusted housing market […]

Uncategorized What’s Going on with Home Prices? Ask a Professional. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this year, you may have questions about what’s happening with home prices today as the market cools. In the simplest sense, nationally, experts don’t expect prices to come crashing down, but the level of home price moderation will depend on factors like supply and demand in each local market. That means, moving […]

Uncategorized Prioritizing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer in Today’s Market There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher now than they were last year. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, this may be top of mind for you. That’s because those higher rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. As you set out to make a purchase this winter, you’ll […]

Uncategorized Your House Could Be the #1 Item on a Homebuyer’s Wish List During the Holidays Each year, homeowners planning to make a move are faced with a decision: sell their house during the holidays or wait. And others who have already listed their homes may think about removing their listings and waiting until the new year to go back on the market. The truth is many buyers want to purchase a home for the […]

Uncategorized If You’re Thinking of Selling Your House This Fall, Hire a Pro Today’s market is at a turning point, making it more essential than ever to work with a real estate professional. Not only will a trusted real estate advisor keep you updated and help you make the best decisions based on current market trends, but they’re also experts in managing the many aspects of selling your house. Here […]

Uncategorized Selling Your House? Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than Ever There’s no doubt about the fact that the housing market is slowing from the frenzy we saw over the past two years. But what does that mean for you if you’re thinking of selling your house? While home prices are still appreciating in most markets and experts say that will continue, they’re climbing at a slower pace because rising […]