A few steps you can take to negotiate a great deal with lowball offers. If you’re planning on selling your home this spring, you need to be prepared to receive a lowball offer. Housing market activity has slowed since interest rates stagnated around 7%, but prices are still high in most markets due to low inventory. This has created a situation where a lot of homebuyers have warped expectations of what a “good” first offer on your home should look like, and you need to know how to respond. I know a low offer can be insulting, but you need to think strategically when selling your biggest asset ..read more

What homeowners need to know about buying a home before selling. Selling your current home before buying a new one is the conventional way to move. However, depending on your situation, there will be times when buying before you sell is the better option. Whatever your reason, you should know that buying first comes with additional risks, such as paying two mortgages, if your current home takes a long time to sell. If you’re in a situation where you must buy first before selling, don’t worry. It’s not impossible, but it takes some strategic planning to make it happen. Here are three things tha ..read more

New construction homes offer a surprising route to homeownership. In today's real estate landscape, navigating the journey to homeownership can seem more daunting than ever. Amid fluctuating interest rates and a competitive market, I've ventured slightly off the beaten path to spotlight a route that might just change the game for potential homebuyers: new construction homes. Over the past few months, my engagement with new builds has significantly increased—not out of necessity due to low inventory, as was the case in 2020 and 2021, but for a rather encouraging reason. Many buyers, apprehensiv ..read more

Here’s what you need to know about the future of home prices. With the recent substantial increase in mortgage interest rates, many homeowners have been asking, “Will this finally cause home prices to drop?” The answer isn’t cut and dry. In a market where rates are predicted to rise even further this year, buyer affordability could take a serious hit. To give you a better idea of whether your home is expected to lose value in the coming months, I’m going to address four key points that explain what’s happening to buyers in the real estate market and what you can expect in the future if you’re ..read more

Three useful strategies to help you determine your home’s value. Whether you're considering selling, refinancing, or simply curious about your property's value, understanding how to determine your home's worth is crucial. Today, we'll explore three essential strategies to help you unveil the mystery behind your home's market value. 1. Research comparable sales (comps). One of the most reliable methods for determining your home's worth is researching comparable sales, often called "comps." This strategy involves analyzing recently sold properties in your neighborhood that are similar ..read more

Here’s what you need to know about preparing your home for sale. Selling your home can be a significant undertaking, but with careful preparation, you can enhance its appeal and increase the likelihood of a successful sale. Whether you're a first-time seller or have experience in the real estate market, taking specific steps to prepare your home is crucial. Today, we'll explore three key points to help you get your home ready for the market. 1. Enhance curb appeal. When potential buyers arrive at your property, the first thing they notice is the exterior. A well-maintained and visually ap ..read more

The advantages and disadvantages of building a new construction home. Why would you buy a newly-built home in this market? There are pros and cons to buying homes this way, and we want to talk about them a bit today. It may surprise you, but the advantages and disadvantages have changed since last year. You can watch the full video above or skip to each section using the timestamps provided: 0:00 — Introducing today’s topic 0:18 — You’ll have lower closing costs if you buy from a builder 0:47 — There will be less competition 1:26 — You’re the first owner of a new home 2:29 — The area increases ..read more

Check out these sites if you’re looking for a new or existing home. Today I'll talk about two places where you can search for homes and why you should use them. When you’re looking for new builds, go to ShowingNew.com/chancecasey. There, you’ll have access to information on all the new builds being constructed everywhere in the country.  If you’re looking for existing homes that are already on the market, go to our website, chancecaseygroup.com. Our user-friendly interface shows every home that you can see on Zillow, Truly, Redfin, and the multiple listing service. Both of these sites wor ..read more

Here’s why you might want to consider a career in real estate. Instead of talking about buying and selling homes, today we’re talking about working in the real estate business. I’ve had many people in my circle reach out and ask me about the ins and outs of a real estate career. They’re typically surprised at the potential for freedom and income that this industry provides. I’d like to have more conversations about real estate with more people, and I wanted to reach out to you today to let you know that. If you’ve ever thought about a career in real estate or someone you know has, let us know ..read more

Here are some ways to make a stronger, more competitive offer on a home. Getting an offer accepted in today’s market is easier said than done. Sellers have all the power, and buyers are having to compete to win. How can you stand out and get your offer accepted? I’m going to give you my six best tips today. Feel free to watch the full interview, or use these timestamps to browse specific topics at your leisure: 0:45— Tip No. 1: Post-possession agreement 1:40— Tip No. 2: Price 2:47— Tip No. 3: Make it personal 4:21— Tip No. 4: Being flexible with closing dates 4:35— Tip No. 5: Offering to pay c ..read more