Matt Meyers | Realtor

Matt Meyers | Realtor Top “30 In Their 30s” Real Estate Broker in the Indy Area | Encore Sotheby's International Realty

Quality real estate services for home buyers, sellers, and builders in the Indianapolis area.

…that’s exactly how I want to work.There’s rarely one simple answer in real estate. The right decision depends on your g...
09/18/2026

…that’s exactly how I want to work.

There’s rarely one simple answer in real estate. The right decision depends on your goals, your circumstances and what makes sense for you.

Sometimes my role is less about giving an answer and more about asking the question that helps you find yours.

If you’re thinking about selling, one of the first questions is often “how much should I do before putting my home on th...
09/15/2026

If you’re thinking about selling, one of the first questions is often “how much should I do before putting my home on the market?”

Renovate? Make a few repairs? Offer a credit? Sell it as-is?

The answer usually comes down to what will actually matter to buyers AND what makes financial sense for you.

A larger renovation may not be worth the cost if you’re unlikely to recoup the investment. Smaller repairs or updates can sometimes make a home feel more move-in ready. In other situations, offering a credit can give buyers flexibility while saving you the time and expense of doing the work yourself.

And sometimes, selling as-is is the best choice, particularly when the home needs significant work or your priority is a simpler sale.

Before you start spending money, let’s look at the home, the market and your goals together to come up with an effective plan.

09/11/2026

Sometimes my most valuable advice is “keep looking.”

There are times when a home seems to check all the boxes, but something just doesn’t feel quite right. Maybe the location isn’t a fit, the numbers don’t make sense or there’s something about the property that gives us pause.

When that happens, I’m perfectly comfortable taking a step back and continuing the search. Buying a home is too important to settle for something just because you’ve already spent time looking. I’d much rather help a client walk away from a home that isn’t right than see them wonder later if they should have kept looking.

For me, the goal has never been to simply get my clients into a house. It’s to be someone they can trust to give them an honest perspective and help them make a decision that feels right for them.

I genuinely enjoy the moment when a client walks into a home and you can see that it clicks. That’s also when my role be...
09/09/2026

I genuinely enjoy the moment when a client walks into a home and you can see that it clicks. That’s also when my role becomes especially important.

Buying a home is a big decision and I want my clients to have someone who can help them navigate everything that comes after that first impression — from evaluating the opportunity and understanding the market to negotiating the details and keeping the process moving.

Whether it’s an existing home or new construction, I’m here to advocate for you from the first showing to the closing table.

09/04/2026

That “Request a Tour” on Zillow button might not mean what you think it does.

When you request a tour through Zillow, you’re submitting your contact information through Zillow’s lead system. Depending on the listing and market, that information may be shared with Zillow Premier Agents or other agent partners who can then reach out to you.

In other words, you may think you’re simply asking to see a house… but you could be opening the door to multiple agents contacting you.

If you already have a REALTOR® you want to work with, there’s a better way to handle it.

Send the listing directly to your agent and let them arrange the showing for you. That way, you know exactly who you’re working with and your request stays with the person you’ve chosen to represent you.

If you don’t have an agent yet, that’s completely fine, too. Just know what happens when you click that button before you do.

Congratulations to my clients on their new home in Indy! This sale came through a referral from my friend and Sotheby's ...
09/01/2026

Congratulations to my clients on their new home in Indy!

This sale came through a referral from my friend and Sotheby's colleague, Laura Rice, in Louisville, KY, and I’m so grateful she trusted me to take care of her clients during their move to Indianapolis.

It was a pleasure getting to know them, helping them navigate the Indy market and ultimately finding the right fit at 8910 Skippers Way.

Thank you, Laura, for the trust and the referral!

I’m always happy to be a resource for agents and their clients making a move to Indianapolis. Who can I help next?!

Summer gets a lot of attention in real estate, but September and October have some things going for them too. For buyers...
08/28/2026

Summer gets a lot of attention in real estate, but September and October have some things going for them too.

For buyers:
Fall can mean a little less urgency, more time to think through a decision and, in some cases, an opportunity to work with sellers who are motivated to make a move before the end of the year.

For sellers:
With fewer new listings typically coming to market, a well-prepared home may have an easier time standing out to the buyers who are still actively searching.

Often times, the biggest advantage is simply timing your move around what’s going on. School is back in session, summer travel has wrapped up and many families have a better sense of what the rest of the year looks like.

If September or October fits your plans, there’s no reason to overlook it. I’m always happy to help you weigh the pros and cons for your particular situation.

08/25/2026

“What determines what my home is actually worth?”

It’s a question I hear from almost every seller, and the answer comes from more than simply looking at what a neighbor’s house sold for.

There are three major pieces to consider:

CONDITION:
Two homes on the same street can have very different values. Updates, maintenance, layout and overall presentation all influence what buyers are willing to pay.

LOCATION:
This one is fixed. The neighborhood, lot, surroundings, schools and convenience all factor into how a buyer views the property.

PRICE:
This is where we bring everything together with the current market. Buyers are comparing your home to everything else they could purchase today, not to what homes were selling for a year ago or what you originally paid.

…and that's an important distinction.

Your home's value isn't determined by what your neighbor got. It's determined by what the current market supports for your specific property.

That doesn't make the conversation any less personal. I know a home can represent years of work, memories and investment. My job is to bring an objective perspective to the process, explain what I'm seeing and help you make a decision that makes sense for your goals and the market in front of us.

I don't post every closing, but two closings this week in Carmel are a good reminder: real estate is still moving.📍2045 ...
08/21/2026

I don't post every closing, but two closings this week in Carmel are a good reminder: real estate is still moving.

📍2045 Broughton St, Carmel
📍14565 Bedford Falls Dr, Carmel

Even in a market where buyers may be taking more time and sellers need to be thoughtful about pricing and strategy, there are still plenty of opportunities.

Message me if you want to know how this market can work for you. I’m always ready to help!

When homeowners think about what adds value, they usually think about big-ticket upgrades, like a renovated kitchen, new...
08/18/2026

When homeowners think about what adds value, they usually think about big-ticket upgrades, like a renovated kitchen, new bathroom or finished basement.

…but some of the features buyers consistently prioritize are much harder to add later.

1. A flat backyard
Usable outdoor space can be a major selling point. A flat yard is easier to maintain and more functional for entertaining, play and pets than a steep or awkward lot.

2. A walk-in pantry
Storage is valuable. A well-designed pantry keeps the kitchen more functional and organized, and buyers notice that kind of convenience.

3. A first-floor bedroom
Whether it's used for guests, aging parents, an office or simply flexibility for the future, a main-level bedroom can broaden a home's appeal to different types of buyers.

4. Mature trees
You can't fast-forward 20 years of growth. Established trees can provide shade, privacy and character that are difficult to replicate with a new landscape.

5. A cul-de-sac or interior lot
For many buyers, less traffic and a quieter setting are meaningful benefits. Interior lots can also offer a greater sense of privacy and separation from surrounding roads.

What do these all have in common? These are features you can't easily add after you buy.

When you're evaluating a home, it's worth looking beyond the newest finishes and asking what the property offers that would be difficult or expensive to recreate.

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12411 N Pennsylvania Street Ste 300
Carmel, IN
46032

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