Bulthuis Services LLC/ Managing Broker

06/21/2026

Wishing all fathers a “Happy Fathers Day” from Bulthuis Services

06/17/2026

📊 1st Quarter vs 2nd Quarter Market Update

Coal City • Diamond • Carbon Hill

The local real estate market continued to strengthen as we moved from the first quarter into the second quarter of the year.

🏡 Home Values Increased
Across Coal City, Diamond, and Carbon Hill, median sales prices continued their upward trend during the spring market as more buyers entered the market and inventory remained limited.

⏱ Homes Sold Faster
Compared to the first quarter, homes generally spent less time on the market during the second quarter. Well-priced homes attracted strong buyer interest and often received offers more quickly.

📝 Listing-to-Contract Times Improved
Buyers acted faster during the spring market, shortening the average time it took homes to go under contract throughout the area.

📈 What This Means for Our Local Market
✅ Home values remain strong
✅ Buyer demand continues to outpace inventory in many price ranges
✅ Sellers are benefiting from increased competition
✅ Buyers should be prepared with financing before beginning their search

💡 My Take
The transition from the 1st Quarter to the 2nd Quarter showed a healthier and more competitive market across Coal City, Diamond, and Carbon Hill. If these trends continue, sellers should remain in a strong position while buyers will need to stay proactive.

🏠 Thinking about buying or selling? Let’s talk about your options and current home value.

Bulthuis Services LLC
“Bringing A Blue-Collar Approach To Real Estate”
📞 815-823-7110
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06/13/2026

06/13/2026

For Sale!

06/02/2026

I want to take a minute and thank all of my family for their patience and understanding while I chase one of my many endeavors! The appreciation is beyond words! I have truly been blessed being able to open my own brokerage recently along with the schooling to become a mortgage loan officer! My clients have been more than patient and understanding of the busy schedule I always have! My wife and I finally put the finishing touches to our now complete website! Below is the link- I couldn’t have done it without the help of CNTRL-ALT-FIX! Super excited about the new website and to see what the future holds! Thank you everyone

https://bulthuisservices.com

05/22/2026

Professional website coming soon!

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05/16/2026

Well it is finally official- Bulthuis Services LLC is now recognized as its own real estate agency! I want to thank all my past, present, and future client for all their support and allowing me the many opportunities! Looking forward to helping more people with their real estate and now mortgage needs as well! WEBSITE COMING SOON!

04/24/2026

04/17/2026

I would like to extend another BIG “Thank You” to Mr and Mrs Trammel for allowing me the opportunity to help them sell their beautiful home in Essex! I have been truly blessed to not only do what I love, but to also have experienced some of the best clients in the industry! Thanks again and good luck on your next adventure!

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