by Susanne Novak | Nov 11, 2019 | Buyer Tips
A very special THANK YOU to all my clients who served in the armed forces. There were quite a few of you. I always appreciate the opportunity to help you sell or find a great home for your family. For many buyers new construction homes seem to be out of reach in...
by Susanne Novak | Nov 4, 2019 | Seller Tips
The housing market has changed over the summer. You may be wondering if we are still in a seller’s market? That depends on the value of your property. Last week I explained how 50% of all homes sell between $100,000 and $250,000. Only 5% of buyers can afford luxury...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 28, 2019 | Market Updates
September home sales were exceptionally strong. Closings increased by 8.9% over last year’s numbers, probably fueled by lower interest rates. At the same time 8.4% more homeowners decided to list. It’s the largest increase of new listings ever during the...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 21, 2019 | Seller Tips
The housing market has slowed, and more listings are competing for “off-season” buyers. That’s why it is critical to present your home in the best light possible. Staging is probably the most cost-effective way to attract more buyers. Research has...
by Susanne Novak | Oct 14, 2019 | Buyer Tips
October may not seem to be the best time to buy a new house. Most people start looking in March and April, hoping to move in summer and be ready for the next school year at the end of August. Sadly, many buyers use this exact same strategy. It leads to competition and...