Amanda Armstrong - REMAX Rising Real Estate Agent

10/14/2026

🎃👻 WOW, BloNo You showed up BIG! 🧡

A HUGE thank you to our amazing Bloomington-Normal community for coming out to trick-or-treat with us at RE/MAX Rising!

We had over 300 kiddos come through our office, and we loved every minute of the costumes, candy, laughter, and Halloween fun! 🍬🐭

Events like this remind us why we love being part of this community. It’s about so much more than real estate — it’s about the people, the families, and the connections that make BloNo such a special place to call home. ❤️

From all of us at Selling BloNo and RE/MAX Rising, THANK YOU for making this event such a success! We can’t wait to do it again next year! 🎃

10/09/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING IN LEROY, IL! 🌳
604 W Elm St | $170,000

Small-town charm, BIG yard, and some major updates! 😍

Looking for a little more space without giving up the convenience of small-town living? This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in LeRoy, Illinois sits on a spacious DOUBLE LOT just under half an acre!

✨ Here's what you'll love:

🏡 3 Bedrooms | 1.5 Bathrooms

🌳 Double lot — nearly ½ acre!

🚗 Oversized 2-car detached garage

🛠️ TWO additional storage sheds

🎨 Fresh paint & new main-level carpet

🚿 Accessible shower

⚡ Whole-house generator

🔑 BIG-TICKET UPDATES ALREADY DONE!

✔️ Roof – 2022

✔️ HVAC – 2023

✔️ Tankless Water Heater – 2023

✔️ Windows & Siding – 2012

And yes… there's even an established horseradish patch! 🌱

Whether you're looking for extra outdoor space, room for hobbies, or a home with important updates already completed, this LeRoy property is worth a look!

📍 LeRoy, Illinois | McLean County

10/08/2026

Take Another Look 👀
1 Bucktown Ct is now offered at $479,000

New price, same beautiful home! If you've had your eye on this one, here's your reason to come take another look!

🚪 OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY!
📅 October 11th
⏰ 12:00–1:30 PM

Stop by and see everything this home has to offer! You just might find your perfect fit. ❤️

📲 Can't make it Sunday? Message me to schedule a private showing!

10/02/2026

🎃👻 TRUNK OR TREAT…INDOORS! 👻🎃

We’re turning RE/MAX Rising into a Halloween adventure for the whole family!

Bring the kiddos in costume and trick-or-treat your way through our spooktacularly decorated offices and hallways.

📅 Tuesday, October 13
⏰ 5–7 PM
📍 RE/MAX Rising | 1015 Ekstam Dr., Bloomington

No worrying about the weather, no chilly trunks—just costumes, candy, decorated offices and a whole lot of Halloween fun. 🧡🖤

Grab the kids, invite your friends and come see what we’ve cooked up at RE/MAX Rising! 🧙‍♀️🦇

Can’t wait to see everyone’s costumes! 👻🎃

09/29/2026

One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make is assuming they know what adds value to their home.

The reality?

Some improvements that cost thousands of dollars barely move the needle when it comes time to sell.

Meanwhile, other factors you can't change—like location, buyer demand, and market conditions—can have a much bigger impact on your home's value than a trendy renovation.

That's why it's important to make decisions based on data, not assumptions.

Whether you're thinking about selling next month, next year, or simply curious about your equity, understanding what drives value in today's market can help you make smarter decisions moving forward.

Because your home's value isn't determined by what you spent on it.

It's determined by what today's buyers are willing to pay for it.

09/25/2026

09/23/2026

If you've been thinking about buying but keep going back and forth... this is for you 💗

The truth is, most people don't wake up one day feeling 100% ready to buy a home.

There will always be reasons to wait.
There will always be questions.
There will always be a little uncertainty.

What I see most often isn't that people aren't ready...

It's that they're trying to make a huge decision without enough clarity.

Sometimes the next step isn't buying a home.

Sometimes the next step is simply having a conversation.

Understanding your options.
Knowing what your budget could look like.
Learning what the process actually involves.

No pressure. No commitment. Just information.

Because confidence comes from clarity.

And whether your timeline is 3 months, 12 months, or someday in the future, getting informed is never a bad idea. 🏡

09/21/2026

Selling your home isn't just about putting up a sign...

It's about creating a first impression that makes buyers stop scrolling and start imagining themselves living there.

The homes that generate the most interest typically have a few things in common:

✨ Great photos that showcase the home's best features

✨ A pricing strategy that attracts attention from the right buyers

✨ Marketing that reaches people where they're already looking

✨ A presentation that helps buyers emotionally connect with the space

Because buyers aren't just comparing square footage and bedrooms.

They're comparing how each home feels.

Can they picture hosting holidays there?
Can they imagine their morning routine?
Can they see themselves calling it home?

The goal isn't just to get your home on the market.

The goal is to position it in a way that creates demand.

And that starts long before the sign goes in the yard. 🏡💗

09/19/2026

Because buying or selling a home is rarely just a transaction.

It's a new chapter.

A growing family needing more space.

A fresh start after a life change.

A first home that's been years in the making.

A dream that's finally becoming reality.

Yes, real estate is about contracts, negotiations, and deadlines.

But at the heart of it, it's about people.

And some of my favorite moments aren't at the closing table.

They're the conversations, the happy tears, the relief, and the excitement that comes from helping someone move into the next season of their life.

Those are the moments that remind me why I love what I do. 🏡✨