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Are We Heading into a Balanced Market?

If youโ€™ve been keeping an eye on the housing market over the past couple of years, you know sellers have had the upper hand. But is that going to shift now that inventory is growing? Hereโ€™s a breakdown of what you need to know. What Is a Balanced Market? A balanced market is generally defined as a …

How the Economy Impacts Mortgage Rates

As someone whoโ€™s thinking about buying or selling a home, youโ€™re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates โ€“ and wondering what's ahead. One thing that can affect mortgage rates is the Federal Funds Rate, which influences how much it costs banks to borrow money from each other. While the Federal Reserve (the Fed) doesnโ€™t directly control mortgage rates, they do control …

10 Home Upgrades with the Highest ROI

When it comes to home upgrades, saavy homeowners look for improvements that enhance both their living space and provide a substantial return on investment (ROI). Whether you're boosting your home's resale value or improving your living experience, focusing on upgrades with high ROI is crucial. Here are 10 home upgrades that promise significant returns, ordered …

How to Boost Your Home’s Resale Value

Simple Tips for Making Your Home More Valuable When It's Time to Sell Are you thinking about selling your home? Did you know there are simple things you can do to make it worth more money? It's called increasing your home's resale value, and it's easier than you might think! Let's explore some fun and …

The Benefits of Partnering with a Real Estate Agent

Introduction: In today's dynamic real estate market, navigating the buying or selling process can be complex and daunting. However, enlisting the expertise of a professional real estate agent can make all the difference. In this Blog, we will explore the many benefits of working with a real estate agent, from their invaluable expertise to their …

Take Your Home from Screen to Sold with Enhanced Online Presence!

Elevating Your Homes Online Presence In todayโ€™s digital age, the journey from listing a property to the sale often begins online through a screen or virtual tour. With potential buyers looking on online platforms for their dream home, itโ€™s crucial for sellers to strategically enhance their homeโ€™s online presence. In this guide, weโ€™ll explore steps …

The Impact of Home Staging on Your Home Sale

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Home staging makes your home not only look better, but turns every house tour into a journey, making it easier to sell your home quickly and for a lucrative price. Selling your home is more than just letting potential buyers in; it's about creating an impactful experience from the moment they step through the door. …

Debunking Real Estate Myths

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Busting Common Real Estate Myths Greetings real estate enthusiasts! Today, let's dive into the world of real estate myths and unravel some misconceptions that might be steering you in the wrong direction. Myth 1: 20% Down Payment is Needed to Buy a House Let's dispel the notion that a substantial 20% down payment is an …

How to find the right neighborhood for your family?

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Are you on the hunt for the ideal neighborhood that perfectly suits your family's needs? You're not alone! Choosing the right neighborhood is just as important as discovering the right pair of shoes. It should suit well, provide comfort, and resonate with your style. Let's explore the steps together to find a neighborhood that truly …

Howโ€™s the Real Estate Market?

Howโ€™s the Real Estate Market? As real estate professionals we get asked almost daily โ€œHowโ€™s the real estate market?โ€ and we are happy to share anytimeโ€ฆ because letโ€™s be real! We love talking about real estate and sharing our knowledge with anyone who asks.  Having been in the real estate industry for over 20 years, …

Investing In Your Home

Happy Earth Day! Earth Day has been around for quite some time, and some of the philosophies behind it can easily be applied to your home. In fact, you may already be doing them! It makes sense that investing in your home can also be investing in our planet. And, investing in our planet is …

Winter Wonderland

A winter wonderland made it to our doorsteps this holiday! Sometimes, a bit of snow can make the holidays that much more special. Although, if you have chosen to travel to loved ones, we hope that you have had safe travels from the winter storms as well. The winter snow has a way of creating …

Home Sales About To Surge? We May See a Winter Like Never Before.

Experts predict that with buyer demand being extremely strong, home sales are about to surge. It appears we may soon see a somewhat uncharacteristic increase in homes for sale. Like most industries, residential real estate has a seasonality to it. For example, toy stores sell more toys in October, November, and December than they do …

What gives?

Sometimes, when it comes to the holidays, things can begin to feel a bit stressful. There is planning to see family from afar, tackling a homemade dish you may have never cooked before, or trying to find the perfect gift for that special someone. You get to a point where you think, โ€œWhat gives?โ€ The …

Buying or Selling on the Coast

At BST Realty LLC, we have agents that in-depth knowledge of what the Willamette Valley has to offer. But, did you know we also have agents who can help you out if youโ€™re thinking about buying or selling on the coast? Thatโ€™s right, we may have offices in Keizer and Silverton, and we are also …

Fix It Or List It?

Should You Fix Your House Up or Sell Now? With the fall season upon us, change is in the air. For many families, children are growing up and moving out of the house, maybe leaving for college or taking a jump into the working world. Parents are finding themselves as empty nesters for the first …

What a Difference a Year Makes for Sellers

What a Difference a Year Makes for Sellers Over the last few years, many sellers have been hesitant to put their houses on the market because they feared not being able to find another home to buy. Weโ€™veย reportedย on inventory shortages in the past, and itโ€™s been a constant concern for potential buyers throughout recent years. …

Move on up!

Nowโ€™s the Time to Move -Up and Upgrade Your Current Home! Homes priced at the top 25% of the price range for a particular area of the country are considered โ€œpremium homes.โ€ In todayโ€™s real estate market, there are deals to be had at the higher end! This is great news for homeowners wanting to …

Your home may still be in high demand!

A Lack of Inventory Continues to Impact the Housing Market The housing crisis is finally in the rear-view mirror as the real estate market moves down the road to a complete recovery. Home values are up and distressed sales (foreclosures and short sales) have fallen to their lowest point in years. The market will continue …

April Showers Bring Buyers!

Data Says April is the Best Month to List Your Home for Sale The spring housing market is off to the races! The inventory of homes for sale is increasing, buyers are out in force, and interest rates have remained low, piquing the interest of buyersย andย sellers previously on the fence about making a move. Newย researchย fromย realtor.comย shows …