Amy Black - Elevations Real Estate

06/01/2026

05/20/2026

* On the topic of home sizes, there are pros to a smaller home.
* Generally a tiny house is less than 1,000 square feet, an average home is around 2,5000 square feet and a large home is 4,000 square feet or bigger.
* Is a small home the right fit for you? Consider this 👇
1. Easier to maintain
2. Lower cost for less square footage
3. Lower tax assessment
4. Lower utility bills

05/18/2026

* Continuing on the topic of home size here are some facts to help you decide
how big of a home you need.
* As a reminder, your budget should always be the first consideration and will heavily influence these factors.
1. How many bedrooms do I need? It’s best to have a bedroom for each family member with an additional room for guests. However, if you have a big family this may not be an option.
2. How many bathrooms do I need? On average, a home with 3 bedrooms should have 2 bathrooms.
3. Do I need a primary bedroom and bath? This tends to be more expensive but your home will have higher resale value if you plan to sell in the future.
4. How large does my kitchen need to be? On average a kitchen accounts for up to 15% of a home’s overall square footage but the age of the home can affect this.

05/07/2026

⏱️* If it’s your first time selling a home, you may be wondering how long a home should stay on the market.
* According to HomeLight, at the end of 2025 homes spent an average of 73 days on market.
* What factors influence this?
1. Low interest rates – interest rates are improving
2. Low inventory – inventory is increasing
3. Remote work

04/30/2026

* Of course you want to get the most amount of money you can for your home when selling but there are dangers to pricing your home too high.
* This is a great reason to partner with a professional real estate. If you’re selling in the near future, contact me!
1. A stale listing attracts less buyers – home listed over market value take longer to sell
2. The buyer may not be able to get a loan approval
3. You might field low ball offers
4. You’ll be forced to reduce your price eventually