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5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 15, 2021

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses for sale and high buyer demand. If you’re buying this fall, you’ll want every advantage, especially when you’ve found the home of your dreams. Below are five things to keep in mind […]

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The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 14, 2021

When it comes to the latest news in real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be hard to know what to believe, put your trust in the experts. Those of us in the housing market respect that buying or selling a home is a major […]

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Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 13, 2021

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Over the last year, agents have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep you safe. And experts say these practices […]

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Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 10, 2021

Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separate fact from fiction. Trust the pros. If you want to understand why […]

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Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022?

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 9, 2021

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year. Here are the latest percentages showing the year-over-year increase in home price appreciation: The House Price […]

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Understand Your Options To Avoid Foreclosure

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 8, 2021

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time (see graph below), that’s little comfort to those individuals who are facing challenges today. If you […]

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Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 7, 2021

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later. 1. Your House Will […]

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Honoring the American Workforce

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 6, 2021

Wishing you a happy and safe Labor Day.

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Your Agent Is Key When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Richard Wamsat | Sep 3, 2021

Some Highlights Pricing your house right takes market experience and expertise. To find the best list price, your agent balances current market demand, values of homes in your neighborhood, where prices are headed, and your home’s condition. If you’re ready to sell, don’t guess on the price. Let’s connect today so we price your house to attract multiple offers and maximize your return […]

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