Beth Goethel Group - RE/MAX Preferred Real Estate

09/12/2026

A quiet showing isn’t always a bad showing. 🏡

Sometimes buyers stop asking questions because they’ve started picturing their life there. They linger in the kitchen, look out the windows a little longer, or circle back to the same room twice.

That’s why selling a home isn’t just about getting more showings. It’s about creating the kind of experience that gives buyers a reason to pause, connect, and remember it.

If you’re preparing to sell, pay attention to the little moments. They can say more than feedback sometimes does!

09/11/2026

Some things are a hard no when I take a listing, because they usually cost sellers time, leverage, or money.

🔑 Overpricing “just to see what happens.”
🔑 Skipping the prep because “buyers can look past it.”
🔑 Ignoring the data because a neighbor sold for more.
🔑 Waiting until after launch to talk strategy.

The goal isn’t simply to get your home on the market. It’s to position it so the right buyers understand the value from day one.

If selling is on your radar, the strategy should start before the sign goes up.

09/10/2026

Data Centers Are Moving Closer to Homes. What Does That Mean for You?

As more data centers pop up, they're becoming another piece of the puzzle buyers and homeowners need to understand.

Have a data center nearby or one coming soon? Let’s talk about what it could mean for your home or your next move.

Data centers probably weren't on your list of things to think about when buying or selling a home.

09/09/2026

Fall curb appeal has entered the conversation. 🍂

Pumpkins are cute. Mums are classic. A wreath always works. But the best fall exterior doesn’t need to look like the seasonal aisle exploded on your porch.

For a simple, polished look:
• Pick 2–3 seasonal elements
• Keep your walkway and entry clear
• Mix different heights with planters or pumpkins
• Add warm outdoor lighting for those earlier sunsets

Especially if you’re selling, the goal is festive and inviting, not distracting.

Which are you choosing: pumpkins, scarecrows, fall wreaths, chrysanthemums… or all of the above?

09/09/2026

The Housing Market Split in 2. Which Side Is Your House On?

Your home's price point is the real story right now, more than anything you're hearing in national headlines. Let's map out exactly where your house fits in this split market and build a pricing strategy that gets you the speed and price you're after.

Ask a couple people how the housing market is doing and you’ll probably get a couple different answers. That’s because right now, the market runs on 2 very different tracks, split by price point.

09/08/2026

Looking for something fun to do in Baraboo this month? 📣

From local events to community favorites, there’s plenty happening around town. Grab your family or friends, make some plans, and enjoy everything Baraboo has to offer!

See the full event lineup here:
https://www.downtownbaraboo.com/events/

09/07/2026

The best selling strategy starts before the listing goes live.

Before putting your home on the market, take time to understand:

• What comparable homes have actually sold for
• Which repairs or updates are worth doing and which aren’t
• How your home will compete with current listings
• What costs you may encounter during the sale
• What your timeline looks like if you’re buying another home too

And one of the biggest mistakes sellers can make? Spending money on improvements simply because they assume buyers want them.

Sometimes the smartest prep is paint and decluttering. Sometimes it’s addressing a larger issue. Sometimes it’s doing almost nothing.

Start with the strategy, then spend the money. 🔑

09/07/2026

Remote Work Could Be Your Affordability Answer

With remote work, where you live can be your decision instead of your employer's. And that puts more affordable places within reach.

Want to explore where that could take you? Let's connect.

For most first-time buyers, the hardest part of buying a home is making the numbers work. You budget, you save, and the finish line still feels far away.

09/05/2026

You don’t necessarily need to be “ready to buy” before you start preparing to buy.

If homeownership feels far away, focus on understanding these four things first:

1. Your budget
Not just the maximum you qualify for, but the monthly payment you’d actually be comfortable with.

2. Your debt and credit
Knowing where you stand gives you time to improve anything that could affect financing.

3. Your loan options
Different buyers may qualify for different programs, down payment requirements and assistance opportunities.

4. Your local market
What does your budget realistically buy where you want to live?

Clarity turns “maybe someday” into an actual plan.

You don’t have to start with house hunting. Start with the numbers. 🏡