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Weekly real estate market update 4/19/24… should you rent or buy right now?

New and coming soon listings increased a bit this week, but nothing dramatic. Still, everything is moving on an upward trajectory. Showings also ticked up a bit, but nothing dramatic....
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Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?

This is a question I hear a lot these days. Many buyers talk about waiting to buy, thinking interest rates will come down. Others have decided to try and buy...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Deep Dark Chocolate Cookies

“It has been shown as proof positive that carefully prepared chocolate is as healthful a food as it is pleasant; that it is nourishing and easily digested… that it is...
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March 2024 real estate market update… inventory continues to grow

March inventory continues to be well above the last two years, closer to May levels… good news for buyers struggling with a shortage of inventory available to buy. Inventory was...
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Spring 2024 Seller Guide… free download

Are you wondering if you should sell your house in 2024? There has been a lot going on in the housing market, and you may have some questions about selling...
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Spring 2024 Buyer Guide…. free download

There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past few years and again in 2023. With so many changes, you probably...
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Weekly real estate market update 4/12/24… new listings up, new houses are getting smaller

New listings hit their highest point in eight months, heading in the right direction. Showing activity bounced up again following the dip caused by the snow storm… similar to last...
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Defining Mid-Century Modern Style

I am a long-time lover of the mid-century modern style, and curate a list of mid-century/modern homes listed for sale in the MLS each week as part of my weekly...
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What’s happening with mortgage rates?

This past week has been a little interesting with the bond market and so what is happening to interest rates? Mortgage rates look to the future and everyone is waiting...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Delicious Healthy Baked Salmon

“People ask me, “What is the secret?” The answer is simple. Choose the right grandparents.“ – Mac Miller (lived to 104) NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day...
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