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The real estate industry has seen a major shift in the last couple of years; it can be Human vs machine …​ Amazon, iBuyer, Guaranteed Sale, Open Door, Opcity, Homestead Road, HomePartners, Redfin, Zillow, Hubuz, Make Me Move, Virtual Agent.​ These national technology-driven entries are now in real estate sales and competing against traditional real estate companies for your business. How will that affect you? ​ […]

There’s one more factor, Interest Rates.  As Interest rates go down, home prices go up. For those waiting to buy until the prices go down, that may not happen. What’s best for you? Call me to discuss your options. Get In Touch Tom Slupske Realtor | Broker-Associate   Office: 763-235-7090     |   Text: 612-688-2030   |  email: […]

To say 2020 was a year of surprises is an extreme understatement. What started off as a bright year for the housing market and the economy was soon derailed by a global pandemic and severe economic recession. As detailed by my colleague, George Ratiu, the economic rebound has been sharp, but is by no means complete […]

Certainly, Covid is a game-changer. The most important questions a home seller asks are: What’s my house worth? What will you do for me? With Covid and all those buyers walking through my house, is it safe? Allow me to answer #3. Realtors are implementing state and local regulations as a top priority and taking […]

Hennepin County residents who have been financially harmed by COVID-19 may qualify for emergency assistance to help with rent and other housing costs. https://www.hennepin.us/rent-help https://www.facebook.com/minnesotahousing/photos/a.115375835207029/3577131665698078/ Get In Touch Tom Slupske Realtor | Broker-Associate   Office: 763-235-7090     |   Text: 612-688-2030   |  email: tom.slupske@results.net RE/MAX Results Office Hours 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday 9:00 […]

U.S pending home sales fell 1.1% in October – the second consecutive month the index has fallen as affordability strains the market, a recent report from the National Association of Realtors said. However, borrowers are still maintaining a strong pace, as contract signings are up 20.2% compared to a year ago. Read more here