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Podcast, Senior Housing Options

In this episode Tom Slupske talks with Barb Hemberger from Oasis Senior Advisors, who helps seniors transition into different housing options. Oasis is a free service for seniors and their families. Barb Hemberger can be reached online at oasissenioradvisors.com/northerntwincities and via email at bhemberger@youroasisadvisor.com and via phone at 612-406-1211. Tom Slupske is a licensed real […]

What will 2020 look like for homebuyers?

Thinking of buying a home in 2020? (CNN)You’ve been searching and saving for months — or maybe even years. Will 2020 finally be the year you buy your first home? The conditions seem right: Interest rates are much lower than the 5% to 5.5% rates forecasters anticipated last year, and the economy is still going strong. But you’re […]

Referral based home sales

You may not be relocating, buying or selling but you may know someone who is. Someone who needs relentless energy, relevant expertise, a thoughtful approach and deep knowledge. Refer that someone to me. I treat my clients like family. What’s my secret? I am obsessively dedicated to providing my clients with the best customer service. […]

Homes Sales, What’s my Costs?

Factors Determining Compensation. All Realtors are not alike! Some are new, some are part-time, but many are mediocrity. The National Association of Realtors says 80% of Realtors are out of the business within 2 years. Here today, Gone tomorrow. Is that the person you want representing you? In most other professions: plumbers, electricians, teachers, lawyers, […]

Pricing Strategies for real estate sales

Which is the right pricing strategy for you? Three price strategy: Less is More: Price slightly below market value in anticipation of a bidding war. Buyers think it’s a steal and start a bidding war through multiple offers driving the price up. Market Average: No more, no less. It’s the average days on the market […]

Best Investment?

Some are reporting that there is trepidation regarding the real estate market in the United States. Apparently, the American people are quite comfortable. Porch.com, a major network helping homeowners with their renovation projects, recently conducted a survey which asked Americans: “What do you believe is the safest investment over the next 10 years?” U.S. housing came in […]