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July 25, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market update, courtesy of the Goeglein Team<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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June 25, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your House Didn\u2019t Sell. Here\u2019s What To Do Now.<\/a><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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When your house doesn\u2019t sell, it doesn\u2019t just feel frustrating \u2013 it feels personal. You put time, money, and emotional energy into this move. You told your friends and family it was happening. And now that your listing has expired without a buyer? You\u2019re left feeling stuck, and maybe even a little embarrassed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And here\u2019s what most agents won\u2019t tell you.\u00a0Over 70% of homeowners who re-list with a different agent sell their house.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Re-list with the same agent? That stat drops to only 50%, according to the\u00a0latest data<\/a>\u00a0from\u00a0REDX<\/em>. That\u2019s like leaving the fate of your sale to a coin toss. And that\u2019s not good enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

REDX<\/em>\u00a0data also shows that only 1 in 3 homeowners with expired listings actually make that change. That means most sellers either give up or repeat the same mistakes, so they get the same disappointing outcome. You deserve better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Same house. Different strategy. Completely different results.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s break down what might\u2019ve gone wrong \u2013 and how a fresh perspective can help you have a winning strategy this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. It Was Priced Too High<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Today, homebuyers are feeling the squeeze of higher mortgage rates, so even a slightly overpriced home will get overlooked. And once your listing starts to go stale, it\u2019s hard to regain momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Missing the mark on pricing is a costly mistake\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 and too many homeowners are doing that very thing right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we need to do now:<\/strong>\u00a0We need to analyze the latest sales in your area to make sure you\u2019re hitting the right number. This includes taking a hard look at real-time buyer behavior, and any feedback you got from open houses or showings your first time around. Pricing at, or even just below, current market value is a winning play because it drives more buyers to your listing \u2013 and that amps up the competition for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. It Didn\u2019t Show Well<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You only get one shot at a first impression. If the listing photos didn\u2019t pop, the house wasn\u2019t staged well, or it wasn\u2019t updated, most buyers will skip over it without ever scheduling a showing. And even if buyers did show up, small things like scuffed walls, outdated light fixtures, or a wobbly doorknob can turn them away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we need to do now:\u00a0<\/strong>Let\u2019s walk through your house with\u00a0<\/strong>fresh eyes to see if there are any areas that may have been sticking points inside and out. Sometimes taking down old drapery, some light staging, or even a fresh coat of paint can completely change how a buyer feels about the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. It Didn\u2019t Get the Right Exposure<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If your home didn\u2019t sell, chances are it wasn\u2019t getting the visibility it deserved. Generic flyers and a few online photos aren\u2019t enough anymore. Today\u2019s top agents are using highly targeted digital marketing, social media strategies, custom video content, and more to get your listing in front of the right buyers at the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we need to do now:\u00a0<\/strong>We have to do more than just put your house online and hope it sells. Together, we can come up with a real plan to maximize its exposure. With the right pricing, staging, and marketing, your house will sell quickly. Here\u2019s a real-world example (see graph below<\/em>):<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. You Weren\u2019t Willing To Negotiate<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In this market, sellers who aren\u2019t open to negotiating on things like closing costs, inspection repairs, or other concessions are often left behind. And if your last agent didn\u2019t set that expectation with you, that\u2019s a real shame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we need to do now:\u00a0<\/strong>Be willing to meet buyers where they are. The goal is to get the deal done \u2013 and sometimes that means getting creative to help buyers cross the finish line. Home values have increased by over\u00a055%<\/a>\u00a0over the last five years, so you likely have enough wiggle room to offer some perks without sacrificing your bottom line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottom Line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your house didn\u2019t sell and your listing has expired, you don\u2019t need to give up. You just need a better plan. And maybe, a better partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over 70% of homeowners who switch agents sell their house the second time. That\u2019s not a coincidence. That\u2019s strategy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re ready for a proven approach, talk to a local agent so you know what to do differently \u2013 and why doing different things actually works. It\u2019s time to get your move back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Courtesy of Keeping Current Matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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January 17, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n


For Buyers<\/a>,\u00a0For Sellers<\/a>,\u00a0Pricing<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have Home Values Hit Bottom?<\/a><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>Whether you\u2019re already a homeowner or you\u2019re looking to become one, the recent headlines about\u00a0home prices<\/a>\u00a0may leave you with more questions than answers.\u00a0News stories<\/a>\u00a0are talking about home prices falling, and that\u2019s raising concerns about a repeat of what happened to prices in the\u00a0crash in 2008<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the questions that\u2019s on many minds, based on those headlines, is:\u00a0how much will home prices decline?<\/em>\u00a0But what you may not realize is expert\u00a0forecasters<\/a>\u00a0aren\u2019t calling for a free fall in prices. In fact, if you look at the latest data, there\u2019s a case to be made that the biggest portion of month-over-month price depreciation nationally may already behind us \u2013 and even those numbers weren\u2019t significant declines on the national level. Instead of how far will they drop, the question becomes:\u00a0have home values hit bottom?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Home prices month-over-month have depreciated for the past four months on record, but there\u2019s a strong case to be made that the worst may be behind us. If you have questions about what\u2019s happening with home prices in your local market, reach out to a trusted real estate professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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January 10,2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Importance of Having the right amount of insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase The Right Amount Of Home Insurance<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

by\u00a0Matt Goeglein<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For most people, their home is the most valuable investment they will ever make. Therefore, it needs to be protected. This is where homeowners\u2019 insurance is critical. At the same time, buying the right amount of homeowners\u2019 insurance can be a bit of a challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A home that is underinsured leaves the homeowner vulnerable to situations involving fires, floods, and theft. On the other hand, nobody wants to throw away money unnecessarily by over-insuring the home. How can everyone purchase the right amount of homeowners\u2019 insurance?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Review The Coverage Every Year<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, people\u2019s needs are going to change from year to year. Therefore, everyone should review their policy annually. For example, actual cash value only reimburses someone based on the current condition of the home. For example, if a home was built ten years ago, the actual cash value will only provide someone with the depreciated value of the home and not the original value. While this might be enough\u00a0at\u00a0the beginning, it may not be enough ten years from now. Everyone has to make sure they purchase enough insurance to cover the cost of rebuilding the home, excluding the cost of the land.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overlooking Valuables And Liability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another common mistake that people make when it comes to homeowners\u2019 insurance is overlooking issues such as valuables and liability. Most people have enough insurance for the structure of the home. Most people do not have enough insurance to cover liability claims and valuables. Liability claims might arise if someone gets hurt on the property and the homeowner gets sued. Valuables are important if the home burns down or if someone steals something from the home. All homeowners must have enough homeowners\u2019 insurance to protect themselves against potential liability claims (such as someone slipping and falling in the home) and the loss of valuables (such as electronics and jewelry). Everyone has to make sure they document these valuables appropriately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase The Right Amount Of Homeowners\u2019 Insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure you include\u00a0everything to purchase the right amount of homeowners\u2019 insurance. Review current construction costs as part of the process. Finally, review the fine print of the homeowners\u2019 insurance policy every year to avoid being underinsured or over-insured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For Sale By Owner Process\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Selling via FSBO can be a daunting task, a seller can sell their home on their own. However, the seller assumes all responsibility and ownership of the selling process.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although each property and type of real estate transaction can have varying steps involved, below are a few of the most common responsibilities and tasks for the seller in an FSBO transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n