Paul Middendorf, Comey and Shepherd Realtors

06/23/2026

⭐Real Estate Crash Course 22: Homeowners Insurance⭐
Article: "Consumer Guide: Homeowners Insurance"
Source: National Association of Realtors

06/20/2026

How Small Repairs Can Help Your Home Show Better
Pre-listing prep doesn't have to mean renovating the kitchen or replacing the floors. In many homes, the better starting point is much smaller: the repairs that have built up gradually because you see them every day and eventually stop noticing them.
A rattling bathroom exhaust fan. Caulk that's pulled...

Small repairs before listing often matter more than sellers expect. Here's a practical look at which fixes tend to have the most impact when it's time to show.

06/19/2026

⭐🏠Weekly Real Estate Article Highlight June 19th, 2026🏠⭐
Article: Should You Pay for Your Buyer's Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know
Source: Keeping Current Matters

06/19/2026

How to Spot a Well-Maintained Home
Fresh paint and staged furniture can make almost any house look good — that's the point. What you actually want to know before you fall in love with the countertops is whether the home has been well cared for. That difference shows up in places that never make it into the listing photos.
Start Outside
Walk...

Learn how to look past the staging and spot the signs of a truly well-maintained home, from the foundation grading and roof condition to the mechanical systems and small details that reveal how a property has really been cared for.

06/19/2026

How to Create a Home Maintenance Routine
Most homeowners don't ignore maintenance because they are careless. More often, the work just never gets organized. One task comes up in spring, another in midsummer, and by fall, half the list is still sitting somewhere in the back of your mind.
A seasonal routine helps because it gives each job a...

A simple seasonal maintenance routine can help homeowners stay ahead of small repairs. Use this year-round checklist to keep your home in better condition.

06/18/2026

Some great insight on the 2026 flooring trends

Gray flooring may be losing its appeal as homeowners shift toward warmer tones. Here’s a breakdown of how flooring preferences are evolving and tips on how to highlight the floors in your listings. https://bit.ly/43RyIm1

06/16/2026

Great Article highlighting how paying a buyer closing costs can benefit a seller

A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything.

06/16/2026

⭐Real Estate Crash Course 21 Multiple Listing Service⭐
Article: Consumer Guide: Multiple Listing Services (MLS)
Source: National Association of Realtors

06/14/2026

⭐Monthly Market Snapshot May 2026⭐
New listings are coming in at a median of $299,000, while the sold price is climbing. This means potential gains when you sell, and a competitive edge when you buy. Let's make both happen! 💪📈

06/13/2026

How to Maintain Decks and Patios for Long-Term Use
Your outdoor living space is worth protecting. Whether you have a wood deck, a composite platform, or a poured concrete patio, neglect tends to compound quickly. A small crack ignored now can become a serious repair bill later. The good news? Most of what keeps these spaces in good shape is straightforward...

Your outdoor living space is worth protecting. Whether you have a wood deck, a composite platform, or a poured concrete patio, neglect tends to compound quickly. A small crack ignored now can become a serious repair bill later. The good news? Most of what keeps these spaces in good shape is...