Andrew McDowell, Realtor at RE/MAX Rising

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Andrew McDowell, Realtor at RE/MAX Rising

REALTOR®, Teacher, High School Basketball Coach. Let's huddle up and put together your Winning bid!

09/04/2026

📚 Real Estate Friday Lesson

Buying a home is about more than just the purchase price. There are a few extra costs buyers should plan for along the way.

🏡 Closing costs
🔍 Inspection costs
📦 Moving expenses

Knowing these costs ahead of time can help you build a more realistic budget and avoid surprises.

Thinking about buying a home? Shoot me a message! It’s good to have an agent by your side from start to finish.

🎓 Class is dismissed!

09/03/2026

THE BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL MARKET BOX SCORE 📊🏀

Time for the weekly post-game breakdown! Let’s look at the stats on the board for the Bloomington-Normal real estate game from 8/25/2026 to 9/1/2026:

🔥 Sweet Spot: $200k–$250k is our high-scoring zone—that’s where the crowd is going wild right now!
📋 Active Roster: 146 total homes available on the market.
🔒 In the Paint: 37 homes pending—we’re drawing up the play and locking 'em in.
⚡ Full-Court Press: 455 total showings in just one week! Buyers are running the floor hard.

Whether you're looking to buy or sell, I am ready to help you draw up a game plan to win in this market.

09/01/2026

🏀 Coach’s Tip of the Week: Be the Teammate Everyone Wants!

In basketball, great teammates make everyone around them better. Real estate is no different. Good communication, responsiveness, and cooperation can help keep everyone moving toward the same goal. 🏡

Be the teammate you’d want in your corner!

Ready to make your next move? Call or text me at (309) 242 7992. 📲

08/28/2026

📚 Real Estate Friday Lesson

Ever heard the term “earnest money” and wondered what it actually means?

Earnest money is a deposit a buyer makes when submitting an offer to show the seller they’re serious about purchasing the home.

And remember, earnest money and your down payment are not the same thing. 🏡

Thinking about buying a home? Shoot me a message! It’s good to have an agent by your side from start to finish.

🎓 Class is dismissed!

08/27/2026

🏀 This market is putting up some big numbers!

The $200K–$250K price range remains a hot spot and seller’s market, with 154 active listings and 35 homes pending. Over the last 30 days, 31 homes have gone pending in this price range.

The market is moving; so if you’re thinking about buying or selling, let’s draw up the right game plan and get you in the action! 🏡🏀

📲 Andrew McDowell
Let’s talk real estate!

08/25/2026

🏀 Coach’s Tip of the Week: Stay Disciplined!

In basketball, discipline can make all the difference when the game gets close. The same goes for real estate. Know your budget, stick to your plan, and don’t let the excitement of the moment push you into a decision that doesn’t fit your goals. 🏡

Stay focused, trust your game plan, and make the smart play.

Ready to make your next move? Call or text me at (309) 242 7992. 📲

08/21/2026

📚 Real Estate Friday Lesson

Pre-Qualification: A quick estimate of how much you may be able to borrow based on information you provide to a lender.

Pre-Approval: A more detailed review of your financial information by a lender to determine how much you may qualify to borrow.

🏡 Thinking about buying a home? Shoot me a message! It’s good to have an agent by your side from start to finish.

🎓 Class is dismissed!

08/20/2026

🏀 Market Update: The $200K–$250K range is bringing its A-game!

It’s still a seller’s market, with 154 active listings and 29 pending in the $200K–$250K price range.

That’s some serious movement on the court! 🏠🏀 Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or make your next move, let’s draw up the right game plan.

📲 Andrew McDowell
Let’s talk real estate!

08/18/2026

🏀 Coach’s Tip of the Week: Every Possession Counts!

In basketball, one possession can change the game. In real estate, every decision matters too; from pricing and offers to inspections and closing. 🏡

Stay focused, make smart plays, and don’t overlook the little details.

Ready to make your next move? Call or text me at (309) 242-7992. 📲

08/14/2026

📚 Class is in session!

When it comes to buying a home, it’s easy to assume the highest offer automatically wins. But real estate isn’t always that simple.

Price is important, but sellers may also consider things like financing, contingencies, timing, and other terms when comparing offers.

🎯 The lesson: A strong offer isn’t always the offer with the biggest number.

Swipe through for this week’s lesson, and we’ll see you back in class next Friday. 🎓

Address

1015 Ekstam Drive
Bloomington, IL
61705

Website

http://www.remaxrising.com/

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