Josh Steinke, Grand Forks ND Realtor

09/23/2026

Welcome to this well-maintained Minto home, lovingly cared for by the same owners for 40 years. Situated on a large, nearly one-acre lot, this property offers plenty of space inside and out. The backyard is a true highlight, surrounded by trees and featuring a deck that creates a private, peaceful setting for relaxing or entertaining. With a generous layout, room throughout, and a beautiful private yard, this is a property that offers space, updates, and the kind of setting that is hard to find.

09/23/2026

Get Your House Buyer-Ready for Fall

Prepping your house to sell this fall and not sure where to focus? Start where buyers do – at the curb. Their first few seconds out front shape how buyers feel about the rest of the house.A few simple touches make a big difference. Freshen up the front door with a new coat of paint, touch up your landscaping or bring in seasonal flowers, sweep the walkways and clean the gutters, and make sure the path to the door is well lit. A great agent knows what today's buyers will notice, and which touch-ups are worth your time. So, let’s connect and get your house ready to turn heads this fall.

09/22/2026

3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right Now

You can't control where mortgage rates go, but you can control your credit, your loan, and the kind of home you buy. Working with a trusted lender can help you lock in the best rate you qualify for. And when you’re ready to make a move that fits your budget, let’s connect.

If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night.

09/22/2026

Charming split-foyer townhome in the established Timberline Townhomes community! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath unit offers 1,868 sq ft of finished living space and has been thoughtfully updated -- featuring a refreshed kitchen and updated bathroom. The open main level is bright and welcoming, while the fully finished lower level adds great flexible living space. Cozy up to the prefab fireplace on those North Dakota winter nights, then step out onto the private wood deck come summer. The attached 2-stall garage is spacious at 552 sq ft with finished quarters above - perfect for a home office, hobby room, or extra storage. Electric forced-air heat, central A/C, and updated concrete parking (2019). Best of all, the $140/month HOA takes care of snow removal, lawn mowing, and irrigation - so you can enjoy true low-maintenance living year-round! Schedule your showing today!

Charming split-foyer townhome in the established Timberli...

09/21/2026

Solid 2-story home in Larimore with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Updates include newer vinyl siding, metal roof, and fresh paint throughout. Original hardwood floors and a wood-burning stove add character to the main living area. Spacious kitchen with white cabinetry and appliances including range, microwave, and dishwasher. Partial basement with gas forced-air furnace and water heater. Detached single-car garage with concrete driveway and mature trees on the lot. Previously used as a rental, a solid option for investors or buyers looking for affordable square footage in Larimore. Located about 45 minutes from Grand Forks. Call to schedule a showing!

09/21/2026

Mortgage rates have been climbing again, and if you're hoping to buy, that can feel discouraging.

Here’s what you have to remember.

You can't control where rates go. But you can control a few things that shape the rate you actually get: your credit score, the type and term of loan you choose, and whether you buy a newly built home, where builders are often buying down rates to bring buyers in.

Focus there, and you put yourself in a stronger spot without waiting on the market.

Want to talk it through? A trusted lender can help with the numbers, and we can find the home to match. Let's connect.

09/20/2026

Selling this fall? Starting strong matters even more this time of year.

In the fall, buyer activity typically starts to slow while the number of homes for sale climbs. That means fewer buyers may be looking at more options – so you want your house to stand out from day one.

Here’s the cheat sheet for how to make that happen.

Price it for today’s buyers. Not what your neighbor sold for a few years back.

Make your house hard to pass up. Tackle essential repairs and spend time on your curb appeal.

Stay flexible when offers come in. This is not the season to play hardball.

And be ready to adjust when needed. If you keep getting the same feedback from buyers, take it to heart.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have the right strategy from the start. Because with the right plan, selling in the fall is a no brainer.

09/19/2026

Still Waiting for Rates To Come Down?

When affordability is this tight, waiting for lower mortgage rates can feel like your only way in. But 41% of buyers who waited actually wish they'd bought sooner. And right now, inflation, the economy, and global events are all having an impact on rates – and could even nudge them up. So, waiting might not pay off the way you hope. You don’t have to buy now. Move only when the numbers work for you. But talk to a trusted lender first, so you know all your options.

09/18/2026

Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

Selling this fall is absolutely doable. And now you know four of the biggest things to get right.

If you want to sell before the end of the year, let’s make sure you have a winning strategy from day one.

Selling your house this fall is absolutely doable. But there’s something you need to know about this time of year.

09/17/2026

Waiting for mortgage rates to come down may feel like the only way to make buying a home possible.

But 41% of buyers who waited wish they'd bought sooner – before rates and prices rose again.

Right now, factors like inflation, the economy, and global events are all having an impact on rates – and it’s not in the direction you’d hope.

So, for a lot of buyers, waiting might not pay off. Sometimes it just means putting your life on hold for what feels like too long.

Before you decide to hit pause on your move, talk to a trusted lender. They’ll go over options that can help make buying work at today’s rates, and how to get the best rate you can.

You certainly don’t have to buy now. You should buy when the numbers work for you. But you should at least know your options before making a decision.