Amanda Calhoun

02/12/2024

Real estate is not always rainbows 🌈 and butterflies 🦋- sometimes it’s headaches and tears!

Today I’m sharing a memorable chapter from my real estate journey - the tale of the sale that almost got away. Swipe to see the story unfold!

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Amanda Calhoun | Associate Broker
AC Home Group of eXp Realty
240.405.9704 (direct)
888.860.7369 (broker)

02/09/2024

How can you find the right home without compromising on your budget? Want to know my take on it? Well, here it is.

First, let go of the idea that the perfect home exists. Instead, focus on finding a home that ticks MOST of your boxes and has the potential to grow with you in the coming years.

Secondly, here’s a tip for you: prioritize your must-haves and make a list. This way, you can focus on what’s important and avoid getting sidetracked by non-essentials.

Must-haves might include things like:

▪️A sufficient number of bedrooms and bathrooms ▪️Adequate square footage
▪️Good neighborhood/school district
▪️Reasonable commute to work or school
▪️Access to public transportation
▪️Outdoor space, such as a yard or balcony
▪️Parking availability
▪️Move-in ready condition

Wants are features like:

▪️Updated kitchen and bathroom
▪️Open floor plan
▪️Additional living spaces, such as a den or bonus room
▪️Walk-in closets
▪️Energy-efficient appliances or features
▪️Smart home technology
▪️Pool or other recreational amenities
▪️Home office space
▪️Architectural features, such as vaulted ceilings or bay windows

But the BIGGEST thing I want you to take away is this: don’t be afraid to think outside the box!

Remember, it’s okay to look at homes that might need some work to hit your list of must-haves. But with a little creativity, you may just be able to transform it into your dream home over time.

What are your thoughts? Is this something you’ve asked yourself, and did any of these tips resonate with you? Let me know in the comments!

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Amanda Calhoun | Associate Broker
AC Home Group of eXp Realty
240.405.9704 (direct)
888.860.7369 (broker)

02/06/2024

Yesssss!!!! Route One Apparel

Washington Capitals Collection by Route One Apparel is now available at the Capital One Arena and MedStar Capitals Iceplex Official Team Stores

02/02/2024

I was going to write something real estate related tonight, but instead I’m choosing to be vulnerable.

I don’t like change. I am a creature of habit to a fault. With that, I tend to easily dismiss the “unknown,”“unusual,” or “different” when it comes to the way I do things.

This week, while on a zoom with some of my people, I somehow ended up telling a story about how I refused to have an Alexa or Google device, and I have Siri turned off on my phone (is she still around?). And after being very anti AI in the home, I now realize I’m really missing out. Instead of having to get out of bed multiple times when I inevitably remember I didn’t do something to leave a note, set an alarm, write an email, or even have text me something because he is still on his phone, I can just say “hey Alexa, remind me to XX!” - right after the call I hopped on Amazon and got me a Dot!

I spent years refusing to listen to podcasts because I am a book nerd - now I listen to multiple podcasts a week. (I still don’t do audio books or kindle lol)

I was anti Mac for 25 years (but pro all other 🍎 devices) until last summer - and again it is a total game changer and wish I would have switched sooner.

It took me 18 months to switch to eXp and when I got here I wish I would have joined sooner.

There are plenty of other instances where I had blinders on and refused to acknowledge other - potentially awesome - ways of doing, thinking, growing.

This conversation really got me thinking. What other opportunities/hacks/swaps are out there? What have I been missing? What am I going to wish I started, changed, or stopped today - 12 months from now?

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Amanda Calhoun | Associate Broker
AC Home Group of eXp Realty
240.405.9704 (direct)
888.860.7369 (broker)

01/17/2024

As a result of multiple efforts by the Fed to control inflation, interest rates climbed sharply last year, with the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage reaching 8% by October 2023. We are on the decline now, but how low will rates go? Swipe left to see the latest!

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Amanda Calhoun | Associate Broker
AC Home Group of eXp Realty
240.405.9704 (direct)
888.860.7369 (broker)

01/12/2024

POV: You are a parent who brought kids to a showing but promised to take them for ice cream if they are good!

NOTE: this also works for agents who bring their kids to showings! 😂🤣

When I got my license, I had an infant and a 2.5 year old and this is definitely giving me flashbacks!

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Amanda Calhoun | Associate Broker
AC Home Group of eXp Realty
240.405.9704 (direct)
888.860.7369 (broker)

01/11/2024

RUN YOUR BUSINESS LIKE A BUSINESS!

Have you heard that before? If not, I’m shouting it at you right now. So many real estate agents get into the business and never make the mindset, and financial, shift that they are not only a real estate agent, but they are the CEO of a real estate business!

I’ve been in real estate for 5 years and I’ve spoken to so many agents that don’t even have a separate bank account for their business… and guess what? It’s not their fault! No one mentored them at the beginning and no one likes to talk about money in general because it’s taboo.

Well this numbers nerd and self-proclaimed budgeting Queen decided to take her 10 years of strategic planning experience and develop the most comprehensive business plan (with a detailed budgeting spreadsheet) for real estate agents EVER!

Want to know the exact formula I used to go from a dual career agent juggling all the things, to quitting my cushy 6-figure consulting career because i was able to match my salary YEAR ONE?

Click the link to download my business planning course and get your business back on track!

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