How 2020 Changed What We Look For In a Home
2020 left virtually nothing unchanged and the way that we view our homes and how we spend our time inside wasn’t spared. “Home” has always been a place to rest, a safe space, but now it’s so much more. From transforming into a local restaurant’s dining room, a gym, or an office there’s nothing “home
Predictions: What to Expect in the 2021 Real Estate Market
At this time last year, experts were predicting the 2020 housing market would see relatively flat home price growth, tight inventory for first-time buyers, and an increase in mortgage rates. We all now know what happened next: The COVID pandemic. Though there was an initial pause for homebuyers in m
8 Resolutions to Make If You’re Selling Your Home in 2021
2020 was a year where you might have put off your goal of selling your home. Or, it might have been the year to convince you to sell your home — buyers came out in full force for a real estate market that’s still going strong. Whether you’re thinking of listing in the spring or have a longer timelin
Holiday at Home Round Up
You don't need us to tell you that the holidays look different this year, but that doesn't mean that you can't enjoy them. This is the time of year to take a step back, reflect, and look forward to a new year (and we're all looking forward to 2021). This blog will help you create new traditions, spe
How to Sell Your Home During the Winter Season (Yes, Even in Warm Weather)
It’s the most wonderful time of the year... to sell?Winter can be a great time to sell your home. Especially since “winter” doesn’t dip too far below 50 degrees here. Just like with any season, there are pros and cons to selling your home in the winter and tips that may be able to help with a succes
How to Help Your Home Sell As Fast As Possible
When you’re thinking about selling your home, suddenly every real estate headline can be interpreted as a clue to your future.While no one can predict the market, or how buyer activity will be in your area, there’s quite a bit in your control when it comes to boosting the odds of a successful sale.
5 Scary Things Seen In Homes
Watch Video Buyers BEWAREHire an agent who is not scared to tell you the truth about what you should know when home-buying! Spooky situations can often be handled with professional negotiations! BUYERS SELLERS Home sales (and values) have been on a strong uptick nationwide thanks to low interest ra
Understanding Your Local Real Estate Market - Know These 4 Things
Sellers deserve to understand what the term "real estate is local" really means. Realtors will tell you that no two markets are alike, and that is true. This is why Realtors have to work and research market data, prices, sales, amenities of active, competitive listings, days on market and months of
Working While Social Distancing
Showing While Social DistancingIt IS possible to show homes while practicing social distancing. At Century 21 First Story Real Estate, we respect the health and well-being efforts needed to help our customers sell and buy homes during this unprecedented crisis. Safety first while finding a home for