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3y ago
A first person account of Blake and Becky, two clients of Zachary Adams and Associates
Move or remodel? In 2020 my wife and I found ourselves facing that age old question. Again.
I say age old because it was a question we’d been asking since 2016. A timeline that went something like this:
Sept. 2016- we asked agent Zach Adams to evaluate our existing home, discern the expected value and build an automated search for us to review new home options
Mar. 2017- armed with this info, we made a definitive choice—we’d remodel
Sept. 2017 - fed up with our contractor dragg ..read more
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3y ago
January 2021 Real Estate Q & A Will the overheated housing market of 2020 carry over into 2021? I’d like to find a new home, but am unsure if it is even worth it to look
--Kevin, Plymouth
Happy New Year Kevin! Thank you for your question.
First off, know that you are not alone! After an active 2020 featuring low inventory and rising prices, 2021 finds many buyers in the same boat. These families may be seeking to begin or continue a home search but share your concerns about timing, the market, and their likelihood of success.
To your first question on market trends, the short ..read more
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3y ago
Adapting your home to be more environmentally responsible can be easier than you think, and deliver cost savings to your bottom line
The state of Minnesota has been a leader in evolving residential building codes that integrate environmental concerns with safety requirements. This has led to more efficient, better built homes that have helped the state consistently finish in the top 10 of energy efficiency nationally. The net result is that homes built even a decade ago are markedly different than those built today.
For homes that are a bit older, the responsibility largely falls to individua ..read more
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3y ago
In a recent survey by realtor.com, people thinking about selling their homes indicated they’re generally willing to allow their agent and some potential buyers inside if done under the right conditions. They’re less comfortable, however, hosting an open house. This is understandable, given the health concerns associated with social contact these days. The question is, if you need to sell your house now, what virtual practices should you use to make sure you, your family, and potential buyers stay safe in the process?
In today’s rapidly changing market, it’s more important than eve ..read more
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3y ago
April/May 2020 Real Estate Q & A
Zachary Adams is a residential real estate expert with 100s of transaction in the west metro of Minneapolis. To submit a question for Ask a Pro click here.
Is it time to put my house hunting plans on hold or time to take action?–Jon L., Plymouth
Thanks for your question, Jon. This is one I’ve heard a lot lately and the answer depends greatly on your individual situation. Sitting down with an agent can help yours come into focus, but a few general guidelines can also help:
Economics
The first consideration in uncertain times like these is economics ..read more
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3y ago
Three macro trends are driving home design into 2020. Understanding them has implications for buyers and remodelers alike.
The New Year brings with it a fresh batch of “what’s hot” lists for homeowners looking to upgrade. While considering individual products can be helpful, a focus on the trends behind changes in home styles can be even more valuable.
Three of these macro trends appear to be driving upticks for 2020 and beyond:
Individualism
Perhaps the largest trend expected to crescendo in 2020 is the rise of individualism. As strange as it sounds, home features that buck the trends will o ..read more
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3y ago
You’ve received your first offer! Now comes the crucial step of negotiating favorable terms. With a few key tips, you can be ready to counteroffer like a pro.
Selling your home can be a roller coaster of emotions, none quite as unsettling as awaiting purchase offers. You’ve put a ton of work into prepping your home for sale, setting a proper price and staging, and finally you are about to see the fruits of your labors. It is time for the beginning of the end!
Being ready to respond promptly to any and all offers requires a bit of preparation, but it can make all the difference.
A few ti ..read more
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3y ago
Preparing your home for sale can go well beyond fresh paint and carpet. To wow a buyer in a competitive market requires attention to detail. A few tips can help.
Buyer perception is the key component to putting your home on the bullet train from listed to sold. While many of the steps along the way are intuitive, others may be less so.
What steps can you take beyond a fresh coat of paint, some landscaping attention and a major deep clean?
Here are five things to consider to help your home give potential buyers the “WOW!” moment they covet.
Hook 'em Early
You likely already know that cu ..read more
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3y ago
The value of your home is a function of many variables, many of which may be outside of your control. This makes understanding and managing those that are within your control crucial to maximizing your sale price.
Many factors are included when buyers are considering writing an offer. As a seller, your job is to identify and manage those with a direct impact to your bottom line. While it is true that the sales price of any home is largely driven by location, features and the current competitive landscape, it is even more accurate to add “as perceived by the buyer” to the end of the statement ..read more
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3y ago
When selling your home, engaging the right agent can make all of the difference. By focusing on three key factors before the hire, you can help ensure you get it right.
Finding a real estate agent to sell your home is simple.
Radio ads are flush with Twin Cities “experts” touting success while issuing guarantees and promises. Google can spit out 100s of names in fractions of a second.
Yet a recent study conducted by the National Association of Realtors noted that while 91% of sellers worked with a real estate agent, only 64% say they were “very satisfied” with the process.
Why the disco ..read more