What you don’t know can cost you time and money when it comes to selling your house. The best source of information is your real estate agent, and we’ve put together a growing list of helpful resources about the home selling process. When you’re ready, call Tom Verhelst at 218-205-2604 | Karen Zell at 218-731-6836. to discuss how we can help sell your house.
Even though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. But what is equity? In the simplest terms, equity is the difference between the market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) explains how your equity grows over time:
If you’re trying to decide if now’s the time to sell your house, here’s what you should know. The limited number of homes available right now gives you a big advantage. That’s because there are more buyers out there than there are homes for sale. And, with so few homes on the market, buyers will have fewer options, so you set yourself up to get the most eyes possible on your house.
There have been a lot of shifts in the housing market recently. Mortgage rates rose dramatically last year, impacting many people’s ability to buy a home. And after several years of rapid price appreciation, home prices finally peaked last summer. These changes led to a rise in headlines saying prices would end up crashing.
Spring has arrived, and that means more and more people are getting their homes ready to sell. But with recent shifts in real estate, this year’s spring housing market will be different from the frenzy of the past several years. To sell your house quickly, without hassles, and for the most money, be sure to follow these four simple tips:
Though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy of a year ago, buyers are showing their interest in purchasing a home. Even with elevated interest rates, demand remains high.
Even with a shifting market, 2023 provides excellent opportunities to sell your Minnesota home. However, it may take a bit more planning than the frenzy of the past two years. The good news is, homes that are updated and priced at market value are still selling fast.
Curious what regions around Otter Tail County have the hottest real estate markets? Using data from Zillow, we’ve compiled the top 10 places with the fastest growing home prices in this corner of Minnesota!
If buying or selling a home is part of your dreams for 2023, it’s essential for you to understand today’s housing market, define your goals, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into focus.
Retirement often brings many life changes, including a lifestyle not centered around work. As your daily life changes, your housing needs may change too. The space may not fit your needs, or maybe you want to move to a different location. So, one of the key factors in planning your retirement is deciding where you will live, and whether you want to sell your home.
Here are a few things to think about when making that decision.
Does the latest news about the housing market have you questioning your plans to sell your house? If so, perspective is key. Here are some of the ways a trusted real estate professional can explain the shift that’s happening today and why it’s still a sellers’ market even during the cooldown.
