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GET REAL WITH A LOCAL REAL ESTATE AGENT
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By McKinley Winkle
Have you or someone you know sold or bought a house this last year? If your answer is yes, or even if your answer is no, it’s safe to say that the market is a bit different than it was a few years ago. Competition is high and it’s a seller’s market. Thanks to Stephanie Martin from Uncommon Ground, we have a few tips and tricks for both buyers and sellers.
BUYERS
Since the current market is so competitive, and often times, houses and/or businesses are going for well above asking price, the main thing to have in mind while entering the market is not to get discouraged. Anything can happen, but you do have to be proactive and ready to act fast. Your realtors work hard to find the perfect home for you but having auto notifications on apps such as Realtor.com and Zillow, you may see a place that your realtor may not have thought you would like but ends up being “the one.” Whether you are looking for a starter or your forever home, you want to be sure that it’s a good fit for you, functional and a place you can call home.
SELLERS
One word of advice to sellers of either residential or commercial would be STAGING! Curb appeal is a huge aspect when showing your home or business. To make your space appealing, some recommendations include de-cluttering, deep cleaning, and lightening up the room. Houses show better when they are light and bright. Not only is the inside important to have kept up but the outside as well. If it’s snowy be sure to shovel your sidewalks and driveway, or at least hope the weather is nice enough not to worry.
When it comes to selling your business, you want to be as upfront as possible and be sure to have all your ducks in a row. By being blatantly honest with your buyers, you will weed out people that may just be interested, not serious in purchasing your business, saving time and money for everyone involved.
MARKET INSIGHT
Words of advice for
buyers and sellers of either
residential or commercial, is
to always stay educated. You
want to be in the know of price
increases and drops and stay
up to date on market trends. If you think or see that prices are on the rise and are going to continue in an upward trend, you may want to lock into a property sooner rather than later depending on how urgent your housing or business needs may be.
Although it’s hard to say when and if the market will start to slow down, as of now prices of homes and building
materials are on the rise. If you are worried about overpaying for a home, you may want to look into building. This way you know exactly what you are getting for the price you are investing in your home.
If you are looking to buy or sell your home or business, don’t forget to reach out to your local realtors for professional guidance and support to either find your forever home or newest investment!
“Words of advice for buyers and sellers of either residential or commercial, is to always stay educated.”
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Stephanie Martin with Uncommon Ground
VISION: Catalyst for growth; Convener of leaders and influencers; Champion for a thriving community. MISSION: Engaging and supporting businesses to facilitate economic growth and community prosperity.