Audrey Montgomery - Montgomery Realty

12/23/2022

The holiday season is a great time to give back.

Here are a few of our favorite ways to deliver cheer to the community.

Help a neighbor in need: Next time you’re pulling out your garbage cans or grocery shopping, offer to do the same for an elderly neighbor.

Treat your package carriers: Leave out some goodies and a note of thanks for their hard work.

Host a block party: Organize a potluck or cookie exchange to reconnect with your neighbors and welcome new members of the community.

Overtip: Thank your regular service providers by upping their tips if you can.

Feed those in need: Donate to a local food bank or volunteer to serve a holiday meal.

How do you plan to share the spirit of the season this year? Let us know in the comments!

12/14/2022

Package theft is on the rise.

Don’t risk losing your holiday deliveries! Watch this video for 3 theft-deterrent tips.

09/09/2022

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th from 1 PM TO 3PM!

MAKE THIS YOUR HOME!

04/08/2022

Keep buying real estate Millennials and Gen Xers!! ❤️

From which generation bought the most homes to which purchased the largest—explore the trends of buyers and sellers in a new report from NAR Research. http://ow.ly/325W50Ivtz2

04/07/2022

Yes, we’re still in a seller’s market.

No, that doesn’t mean your house will automatically ignite a bidding war.

But you can maximize the sale price, and make your home more attractive to potential buyers, by prepping your home before it hits the market.

This is why it’s important to contact your agent as soon as you start thinking about selling.

Instead of waiting until right before you want to list—and scrambling to get everything done—we can help you decide what needs to get done ahead of time to boost your home’s value.

Get started by checking out our brand new blog post, Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale http://audreymontgomery.myagent.site/sellers-checklist-a-timeline-to-prep-your-home-for-sale/

03/29/2022

3 Types of Real Estate Investment To Hedge Against Inflation

Real estate investing can help you beat inflation.

But where should you invest your money? What kind of real estate is most valuable? Here are three investment types to consider:

PRIMARY RESIDENCE: As inflation raises prices throughout the economy, the value of your home is likely to go up concurrently. If you don’t already own a home, we can help you take this first step.

LONG-TERM RENTAL: This is a traditional rental. Think of a one-year lease on a single-family home. Because this serves as a tenant’s primary residence, it’s a necessary expense. Therefore, it helps to provide stable returns in uncertain times, especially when we have high inflation.

SHORT-TERM RENTAL: Done right, short-term or vacation rentals can be both a hedge against inflation and a profitable source of income. As a bonus, when the home isn’t being rented you have an affordable vacation spot for yourself and your family!

Need help deciding which investment option is best for you?

Contact us to talk through your options and goals.

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03/28/2022

Inflation has risen worldwide.

And while there are many ways to mitigate the financial challenges of inflation (stocks, bonds, commodities), we believe the BEST option is…

Real estate.

Why? Real estate prices tend to rise along with, and often faster than, inflation. In other words, instead of losing money, you start making money!

Find out what types of real estate you should consider investing in and how they can help you hedge against inflation in this month’s blog post! http://audreymontgomery.myagent.site/hedge-against-inflation-with-these-3-real-estate-investment-types/

08/01/2021

Dolton, ILMarket Update $139,900Median List Price$174,000Median Sale Price134Homes For Sale24Homes Sold74Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take exceptional...

07/28/2021

Hazel Crest, ILMarket Update $162,500Median List Price$149,950Median Sale Price62Homes For Sale10Homes Sold78Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take excepti...

07/28/2021

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels New home builders are starting to equip residences with smart door locks, and for good reason. With these locks installed, homeowners enjoy even more security and convenience than ever before. Instead of digging out your keys, you can use an app, fingerprint scanner or v...

07/24/2021

Oak Forest, ILMarket Update $249,900Median List Price$255,000Median Sale Price119Homes For Sale51Homes Sold58Days on MarketCurious about home values in this area? Check the ValuesPlease feel free to get in touch with any real estate questions. We welcome your business, and we promise to take excepti...

07/23/2021

Great brick two flat with 2 car garage and 3 bedrooms in each unit. Great investment opportunity. Sold "As Is".