Sarah Kotecki Real Estate

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Sarah Kotecki Real Estate I empower every day people to buy and sell real estate through education, expertise, and efficiency.

My goal is to make the buying and selling experience seamless and stress free.

There’s a lot more I can help you with than just buying or selling a home! 🏡✈️Whether you’re getting ready to PCS to Min...
10/26/2026

There’s a lot more I can help you with than just buying or selling a home! 🏡✈️

Whether you’re getting ready to PCS to Minot AFB, anticipating orders somewhere new, or just trying to figure out your next steps, I’m here to help!

From personalized PCS Plans and VA home loan resources to local recommendations, home searches, and connecting you with trusted agents across the country, there are so many ways I can make your next move a little easier.

And here’s the thing: You don’t have to be ready to buy or sell to reach out! 🤍

Sometimes the first step is simply asking a question, exploring your housing options, or getting a better feel for what life in Minot looks like.

I’m Sarah👋 a local REALTOR®, military spouse, and Military Relocation Specialist here in Minot, ND. I know firsthand how overwhelming a PCS can feel, and I love helping military families navigate the process with a little more confidence and a lot less stress!

So whether you’re moving next month, next year, or just have a question about Minot, my DMs are always open! 💌

📲Save this post for your next PCS, or share it with a military family who could use these resources!

A lot of real estate advice sounds smart because it’s been repeated for years. 🤭That doesn’t always mean it still fits t...
10/20/2026

A lot of real estate advice sounds smart because it’s been repeated for years. 🤭

That doesn’t always mean it still fits the market you’re in now.

“Wait until spring.” “Price it high and come down later.” “You need 20% down.” None of those ideas are automatically right or wrong on their own.

The problem is treating them like rules instead of looking at the actual situation in front of you. 👏

Timing depends on what else is on the market. Pricing depends on how buyers are responding right now. Financing depends on the loan options available to you and what actually makes sense for your budget.

That’s why I’d rather give someone context than a canned answer.

If you’ve been given real estate advice you’re not sure still applies in Minot, send it my way. I’ll tell you how I’d think through it based on what the market is doing now.

I’m ®, a local REALTOR® in Minot, ND helping buyers and sellers make decisions with current information instead of old rules.

10/19/2026

Waiting to buy your first home might be costing you more, but not for the reasons you think. 👀

It’s not necessarily interest rates or rising home prices. It might actually be your expectations of what that first home should look like.

I see this ALL the time, especially with military families.

They’re going to ride it out in a rental or base housing until they get stationed somewhere they actually want to buy. Or they’re saving their VA home loan benefit for their forever home.

But there’s one thing I think people overlook when waiting to buy their first home, and it’s arguably one of the biggest expenses.

Your expectations.

Think about it...

A few years ago, you might have been perfectly happy with a smaller home, an outdated kitchen, or something that needed a little TLC.

But as time goes on, your lifestyle changes, your income grows, and suddenly that starter home doesn’t check enough boxes.

Now you need more bedrooms, one bathroom isn’t going to cut it, and who’s buying a house in Minot without a heated garage?! 😂

Suddenly, you’re shopping for a bigger house, nicer finishes, and a longer list of must-haves.

And with that comes a higher purchase price, a bigger down payment, and potentially a higher monthly payment. And now it feels like homes are too expensive and the market is terrible.

Meanwhile, buying a starter home earlier could have given you the opportunity to build equity that helps you move into that bigger home as your expectations grow.

I’m not saying everyone should rush out and buy. Sometimes renting or living on base IS the smartest financial decision.

But don’t overlook how much your expectations might be costing you while you wait.

What do you think? Are our exceptions of start homes getting too big? 👇

I’m Sarah | Minot, ND REALTOR®️, a military spouse and Minot, ND REALTOR® looking to help our military community build wealth one PCS at a time.

📲 Shoot me a DM or use the START HERE link in my bio to get a conversation rolling.

Looking at homes for sale in Minot, ND? 🏡 This one has some features you’ll want to see! 🤩A stunning floor-to-ceiling fi...
10/16/2026

Looking at homes for sale in Minot, ND? 🏡 This one has some features you’ll want to see! 🤩

A stunning floor-to-ceiling fireplace makes a statement in the living room, while the updated kitchen brings a fresh, modern feel to the heart of the home.

Plus, there’s an upper-level bonus living space that’s perfect for a second family room, playroom, home office, or cozy movie nights.

This is the kind of home I’d send to someone who told me, “I want a home that feels updated, but also has extra space for everyday living.”

👀Ready to see more? Comment 2441 Landmark Dr and I’ll send you the listing details!

I’m a Sarah | Minot, ND REALTOR®️, your local REALTOR® and military spouse sharing homes worth knowing about in Minot, ND.

Listed by: Andrea Savelkoul & Regan Slind.REALTOR | Signal Realty
MLS: 261719

10/15/2026

I might regret putting these Minot spots on the internet. 🫣

These are the kind of places I usually save for the friend who texts me, “Okay, where do you actually go?”

So if one of these is already your favorite, just know I’m sorry in advance for telling everyone else.

Save this for the next time you need a new place to try, and send it to the friend you’d actually take with you.
And if you want even more local favorites, I’ve got you.

Comment LOCAL and I’ll send you my Minot Local Guide with all my favorites, local spots, and things worth adding to your list.

I’m Sarah, a REALTOR® in Minot, ND, and sharing the places I genuinely love around here is one of my favorite things.

If you’re trying to figure out where to live in Minot, it all starts with how you actually want your weekends to feel. 🌥...
10/13/2026

If you’re trying to figure out where to live in Minot, it all starts with how you actually want your weekends to feel. 🌥️

If your ideal Sunday is coffee within walking distance and a farmers market nearby, you’re probably looking for something very different than someone who wants all the big box stores close by.

That’s why I’d pay attention to your everyday habits just as much as the house itself when you’re narrowing down an area.

👉Swipe through and find the neighborhood that matches your dream Sunday routine. And if you want to keep comparing your options, I’ve got a much deeper breakdown ready for you.

Comment LOCAL and I’ll send you my guide with more areas to explore, local spots, and helpful details as you narrow down your search.

I’m Sarah | Minot, ND REALTOR®️, a military spouse and REALTOR® sharing neighborhoods, listings, and what it’s actually like to live here.

09/24/2026

How I’d spend a fall Saturday in Minot 👇🍂

☕️ Grab a coffee at a Loiter Coffee

🍁 Swing into The Foundry to check out the fall decor

🧶 Probably stop by Weekender for a few fall sweaters

🎃 Head out to Berry Acres for the afternoon

🍺 Grab a happy hour b**r at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks

🍕 Finish the day with The Starving Rooster pizza + a Cuban salad… iykyk 🤌

Need more things to do this fall in Minot? 👉 comment FALL and I’ll send you my Minot Fall Bucket List or use the link in my bio!

I’m Sarah | Minot, ND REALTOR®️ your Minot,ND REALTOR®. Follow for more ideas to make the most out of Minot.

09/23/2026

PCSing to Minot? Save this one! 📍✈️

I know firsthand PCS’ing to Minot comes with lots of questions, like where the heck even is Minot, lol?😅

And I know asking your favorite AI platform of choice seems like the smart move to do… but what if I told you I have something much better?

A free, personalized PCS Plan customized to what your family actually needs as you move to or from Minot AND a local community where you can ask your questions and get real, honest answers from people who have actually been in your shoes.

There’s resources for everything from housing and neighborhoods, to local recommendations, and all the little questions that come up when you’re moving somewhere new.

So give Claude or Chat a break 😂

Comment PCS and I’ll send you the link to your personalized PCS Plan, and use the link in my bio to come join the Minot PCS Pay-it-Forward community!

I’m Sarah | Minot, ND REALTOR®️, a military spouse who loves supporting our local community and sharing all that Minot has to offer. 🤍

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