Candi Sparks, Realtor

04/06/2026

So I know I'm still fairly new at this real estate game but never have I ever gotten a card in the mail like this before.
Such a smooth experience when great agents work together for the greater good.

04/02/2026

06/19/2025

📣 BIG Announcement Time!🎊

I'm happy to announce that I have joined the family at UNITED Real Estate Consultants, and sincerely looking forward to helping you and yours with all your real estate goals.

🏡Your home is your castle and your body is your temple🧘🏼‍♀️ and I'm here on your side every step of the way to success 💲🗝💵💰🥇
Let's grow your wealth and health!

06/18/2025

The housing market currently has the highest level of inventory since December 2019! Could a buyers market be on the horizon?

Eighty-three straight weeks of inventory gain, with 6 straight weeks of over a million homes listed on market, and 2 straight weeks of a little dip in the mortgage rates....possibly a trend towards more favorable conditions

04/14/2025

All I wanna know is, who wants me on their side of the deal?

The best week to sell your home is here! According to Realtor.com data and analysis of past trends, the week of April 13-19 is the most ideal week to list your home for sale, reaping the benefits of above average prices, strong buyer demand, quicker sales, and fewer price reductions.

On the flip side, this week signals that the gates are wide open for the best time of year for real estate transactions, the spring selling season. Good news for buyers as traditionally, more homes come onto the market, giving more options and opportunities for better negotiations.

🤔Are you thinking about making a move? Let's connect and chat about your goals.

Candi Sparks
DRE #02164936
eXp Realty of California Inc
661-858-6220📲
[email protected]
💻www.yoursweetestate.com

10/28/2024

What does America's Top Affordable housing market 🏘🏡 have in common with 🏈 Monday Night Football?

Not only will this city save buyers a staggering amount of cash, it is also a haven for football fans.

The mid-sized Midwestern city of Canton, OH just ranked #1 in the latest WSJ/Realtor.com housing market ranking🥇, which highlights areas offering a low cost of living- including for homes- as well as local economies🪙💵......Examining 200 of the largest metro areas, weighing real estate demand, housing inventory, days on market, price trends, climate risks🌊⚡️🌪, unemployment rate, wages, and other factors that impact the cost of living and quality of life.

Canton earned the nickname❤️🤍💙 "America's Playing Field" as the birthplace of the NFL and the home of the 🏈 Pro Football Hall of Fame. Boasting a median home price of just $259K, that's a whopping 💲166K savings from the national median price of $425K.

Fun Fact! Ohio has 5 cities 🏙 that made the top 20, as the Midwest is the most affordable of all the US regions. The Midwest also happens to be the region with the lowest 🌞❄️ climate risk which gives buyers more peace of mind ☮️ when taking on a home purchase.

The Midwest and Northeast dominate ⬆️ the top 20 housing market list as buyers continue to flock to these areas where they can get a considerable bang for their buck‼️

10/23/2024

The Work-Life Balance is a fine line to attain, like walking a delicate tightrope. Where you live can play a pivotal role in how easy (or difficult) this can be achieved.🌇🏞

Recently, B2B Reviews issued a report naming the Best States for Work-Life Balance, ranking states based on factors such as commute times, average weekly hours, weekly wages, maternity leave policies, and other factors.🏡🚗🚉🏢

These rankings are particularly relevant now, as many Americans are reconsidering their priorities—with an emphasis on work-from-home options, labor rights, and self-care. It’s becoming more important, and workers are realizing that their mental health, happiness, and stress levels are even more important than a paycheck.💵💰☮️😄

Are you surprised by which states deliver the most❓️ Proud to see my home state made the Top 10! 🧡🖤💜

https://www.b2breviews.com/best-states-for-work-life-balance/

08/24/2024

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08/17/2024

🏡ATTENTION HOME BUYERS🏡

On August 17th, all buyers currently looking to purchase a home, MUST sign a "Buyer Representation Agreement"- prior to walking into a property.

✅ JUST SHOW ME THE HOUSE!!
Starting August 17th, NO REALTOR in the U.S. will be able to unlock a door without you first signing the agreement 🤯 This will be non-negotiable for any person with a Realtor designation.

✅ Wait…WHAT DO I HAVE TO SIGN??
The agreement between buyer and Realtor is a Buyers Representation Agreement, the contract between you and that realtor stating you will be using them to buy a home and breaking down the roles, duties and responsibilities owed to you by your agent etc. This form also spells out what broker commission are to be paid by you and/or the seller. Whatever commission is on this agreement is the MAXIMUM commission your broker/agent can receive out of the transaction.

✅ I HAVE TO PAY COMMISSION?
Well yes…but actually maybe no… 🤔
With the new NAR ruling going into effect, advertising cooperating broker and buyer broker commissions will now be BANNED on the MLS.

So, now when your agent shows you a home, they may likely not have any idea how much they are going to get paid from the transaction. Commissions are always negotiable of course, and there are a number of ways your agent can get paid. (1) By the seller in the form of concession/credit to buyer. (2) In some cases, the buyer will be paying the commission for their agent out of their own pocket and this will be spelled out in the buyer's representation agreement.

✅ HIRE A PROFESSIONAL AGENT
Selecting an agent when buying a home is an important decision.
August 17th is here and a lot of changes are happening behind-the-scenes. This new rule with a buyer representation agreement is just one facet of the NAR ruling which will change the landscape of how real estate is sold in the United States. 🇱🇷

✅ ALIGNMENT & COMMUNICATION
Now, more so than ever, aligning yourself with a full-time professional realtor will be vitally important for the success of your home purchase.

Contact me for more information.

Candi Sparks REALTOR®️
eXp Realty
DRE #02164936
(661)858-6220

04/17/2024

Over the moon excited to hand over the keys to my first-time homebuyer this afternoon! 🎊 🏡 🎉

It was truly a rewarding experience to help her realize her homeownership goals and score this adorable charmer that checked all the boxes & located in her favorite neighborhood.

Despite a challenging market, I successfully negotiated $10,000 in savings between a purchase price reduction and credits towards closing costs.

📲 📞 When you're ready, I'd love to help you make your homeownership dreams a reality.

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