Happy Holidays, Flagstaff. Anyone who has been paying close attention to the real estate market in 2022 is a witness to the roller coaster ride buyers and sellers have been on. Flagstaff is still holding on to some pretty big gains from 2020 to early 2022, despite prices currently tapering off. Now, though, buyers have slightly more inventory to choose from and as a result, they have negotiating power, something that was unheard of this time last year. Time will only tell what happens with … [Read more...] about What Do You Mean the Seller Financed?
Blake Cain
Seven Home Staging Mistakes to Avoid
Looking to sell your home this fall or winter? Here are some tips on how to prepare your home to hit the market. According to the National Association of Realtors, in 2021, 95% of buyers used the internet to assist in the home-finding process. In this digital age, getting someone to stop browsing and click on your home photos and video is the first big step in the home-selling process. The photo/video is also what gets the consumer interested enough to ultimately schedule a showing. A home … [Read more...] about Seven Home Staging Mistakes to Avoid
What Are You Waiting For?
Summertime is Flagstaff’s busy real estate season, and what an exciting selling season it has been so far! There have been many interesting changes in the Flagstaff real estate market this year, and it seems to be evolving on an almost daily basis. Here are just a few examples: interest rates have continued marching forward. Higher interest rates affect a buyer’s purchasing power. Inflation and even gasoline prices have an impact on real estate prices as well. And then there is the whole supply … [Read more...] about What Are You Waiting For?
Projecting Flagstaff Real Estate Trends
Some may say the current Flagstaff real estate market is “hot” for sellers, but how will it look come spring or summer? A crystal ball would be nice to have right about now, right? But without a crystal ball, world events and unforeseen affairs can materialize and change any, or all, of the following anticipated trends. Specifically for Flagstaff It is predicted by industry experts that 2022 will continue to be a healthy seller’s market and that home values will continue to appreciate. … [Read more...] about Projecting Flagstaff Real Estate Trends
Finding Buyer Success in a Seller’s Market
I always say, we are extremely privileged to live in such a beautiful part of the country. As summer comes to an end and Flagstaff’s sunflowers are in full bloom, I look back on what was one of the busiest real estate seasons of my career. It was a full-blown sellers’ market, where any listing was solid gold and buyers were fighting for first place. While the market is still on fire – because of high demand and low inventory – in recent weeks, the market has moved from “red-hot” to “hot.” … [Read more...] about Finding Buyer Success in a Seller’s Market
Real Estate – Behind the Scenes
Do you ever wonder what your real estate agent is doing for you while his or her sign is posted in your front yard? Or maybe you ask yourself how much is my realtor helping with the largest purchase I’ll likely make in my lifetime? And what’s that six percent commission really buying me? The answer to each of these questions is: “A lot.” A well-rounded, competent, full-time real estate agent is working around the clock to ensure that the home buying and/or home selling process are running … [Read more...] about Real Estate – Behind the Scenes
How Home Selling has Evolved During the Coronavirus
When the pandemic hit, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey classified real estate as an essential service. Assisting home sellers and buyers continued unabated by many real estate professionals. There have been, however, some major changes in the real estate industry. With these changes, the industry is continuing to evolve and realtors are continuing to serve their clients with the highest of standards and safety in mind. Technology is something that many realtors have been leveraging for years, but … [Read more...] about How Home Selling has Evolved During the Coronavirus
Should You Sell Your Home This Winter?
Winter has officially arrived and so has the time of year when home sellers wonder whether they should keep their properties on the market or take them off. Or, if owners haven’t listed their home yet, they may be asking themselves if they should wait until spring, or brave the cold and snowy real estate market. Trying to sell during the winter can be daunting for many homeowners. The season can be extremely busy for families, and the idea of taking on the additional stress of selling a house … [Read more...] about Should You Sell Your Home This Winter?
Exploring the Spooky Side of Real Estate
Happy Halloween, and happy house hunting – or so we think. Not all homes are brand new with fresh paint, sparkling countertops and new finishes. Some homes have an uneasy past, or even a creepy former life. It is well known that Flagstaff has many haunted accounts. Google “Haunted Flagstaff” to discover that multiple hotels and locations have disturbing narratives. The Weatherford Hotel, Hotel Monte Vista, Orpheum Theater and the Public Library are on the short list of haunted buildings. That’s … [Read more...] about Exploring the Spooky Side of Real Estate
Understanding the Uncertain Home Seller
Hello, Flagstaff! As the home-selling season heats up, many homeowners begin considering the question: Is this the right time to sell, and if so, how can a realtor help me? Here are the four key advantages owners gain when hiring a real estate professional. Market Knowledge A local real estate agent has in-depth knowledge on current market trends. Real estate agents are tuned in to the industry economics. As such, your realtor is happy to provide accurate, up-to-date information on current … [Read more...] about Understanding the Uncertain Home Seller
