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State of the Market – January 2017
A letter from Joseph A. Horning, President of Shorewest, REALTORS® The beginning of the year is a time to pause and reflect on the success of the 2016 market and look forward to the continued growth of 2017. According to …
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County-by-County Real Estate Data, January 2017
Learn what’s happening in your market area by clicking on your county link. You’ll find helpful information, including a year-to-year and quarterly comparisons of new listings, closed sales, median sales price, active listings and months of inventory. Jump to: Brown …
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2019: Five Real Estate Resolutions that Stick
So we are just getting into the first month of the New Year! How are your resolutions coming along? Some of them may be sticking and some might be done already. Here are some real estate resolutions not to give up on! …
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Resource Video: Buyer and Seller Edition
What are Real Estate Escape Clauses? Most real estate contracts contain contingency clauses that allow the buyer or seller to end the transaction without a penalty if certain conditions cannot be met. These are commonly referred to as “escape clauses.” …
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Ring in 2017 by Selling Your Home!
A New Year means a new beginning for many families such as selling their current home and moving into their dream home. The typical “spring market” is actually now a winter market which is different than previous years. It doesn’t …
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Keep Your Home Ready to Show with Five Simple Tips!
When selling your home your Shorewest, REALTOR® may bring prospective buyers by for a showing at any point. They will give you as much notice as possible but sometimes it may be short notice due to scheduling conflicts. This means …
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Resource Video: Sellers Edition
Dealing with Multiple Offers as a Seller Multiple offers are not uncommon, especially in our active seller’s market. The key as a seller is to talk with your Shorewest, REALTOR® for a game plan when going into a multiple-offer situation. …
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Resource Video: Sellers Edition
When is a Commission Due? Real estate agents are paid a commission when they help you sell a home. They receive a commission based on the home’s price after the sale has been completed. A contract will be signed by …
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How To: Stage Your Home For Sale in Winter
Selling your home in winter offers some great advantages – a less competitive market and buyers who are serious. Buyers can overlook snow piles and barren trees, but they will not want a home that is uninviting. To make sure …
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How To: Find a Shorewest, REALTOR® to Sell Your Home
When looking for someone to help you sell your home, a Shorewest, REALTOR® will give you the best possible experience. A Shorewest, REALTOR® is a professional who is well trained and backed by a company offering support and resources. A …
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