Brooke Madsen, Realtor

05/19/2026

If you're paying rent, you're losing money 💸. Comment below what you pay for rent, and I'll send you 3 houses you can afford to purchase! Let's talk about supercharging your buying power!

04/15/2026

🔥🔥🔥

🏡 BUYERS — THIS IS YOUR MOMENT. Everyone's talking about interest rates. But here's what the actual Charleston market data says right now:
📊 Homes are sitting 58 days on average before selling
📊 Sellers are accepting 95.6% of their original asking price
📊 Active inventory worth $4.17 BILLION is sitting on the market 📊 Absorption rate is just 3.47% — meaning less than 4% of available homes sell each month

That's a buyer's market — plain and simple. Yes, rates are elevated. But so is your negotiating power. Sellers are motivated, concessions are on the table, and competition from other buyers is softer than it's been in years. When rates drop, buyers flood back in, and that leverage disappears overnight. The window is open. 👇 DM me to talk strategy.

04/15/2026

Don't settle for "post and pray" to sell your home. Let's connect for your to discover how our 4 P's of Marketing can maximize your sale price and minimize your time on the market.

Helping homeowners when they buy, sell and all the years in between.
(843) 834-1241 [email protected]

Instead of using outdated marketing tactics when selling a home, a strategic approach using the true 4 P's of Marketing can make all the difference. Learn how a knowledgeable agent applies these principles to sell your home faster, for more money, and with fewer surprises.

04/14/2026

Many buyers tell me they're waiting for rates to drop, but what often gets missed is the opportunity cost of waiting: rising prices, lost equity, and increased competition. If you'd like to look at your numbers and see whether waiting or acting now makes more sense for you personally, I'd be happy to walk through it with you. Let's make a decision based on strategy, not headlines.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/BrookeMadsen/2026/04/14/Why-Waiting-for-Perfect-Rates-Can-Backfire

04/13/2026

Waiting for rates to "go back down" may feel safe, but if this level is the new normal, the real cost might be time, opportunity, and equity left on the table. The question isn't "What if rates drop?" It's "What if they don't?"

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/BrookeMadsen/2026/04/13/Could-this-be-the-New-Normal-mortgage-rates

Helping homeowners when they buy, sell and all the years in between.
(843) 834-1241 [email protected]

04/10/2026

If a pipe suddenly bursts in your home, every second counts. One of the most important things every homeowner should know is the location of their main water shutoff valve.Turning it off quickly can prevent extensive and expensive water damage.It's a simple step, but one that's often overlooked until it's too late.Taking a few minutes to locate it now could save you a major headache later. And by the way, you might need to have a meter key on hand.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/BrookeMadsen/2026/04/10/Do-you-know-where-to-find-this

Helping homeowners when they buy, sell and all the years in between.
(843) 834-1241 [email protected]

04/09/2026

Many people don't realize you can now access your credit report from all three major bureaus weekly at no cost through www.AnnualCreditReport.com. Regularly reviewing your report helps you catch errors, monitor for fraud, and stay financially prepared, whether you're planning a home purchase or simply protecting your financial health. Just remember, this provides your report, not your score. If you ever have questions about how credit impacts buying power, I'm happy to help.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/BrookeMadsen/2026/04/09/Check-your-credit-every-week-for-free

Helping homeowners when they buy, sell and all the years in between.
(843) 834-1241 [email protected]

04/08/2026

Spring is the perfect time to give your home a quick check-up; small maintenance now can prevent big expenses later. If you'd like a personalized checklist or want to know which improvements add the most value, I'd be happy to help.

Helping homeowners when they buy, sell and all the years in between.
(843) 834-1241 [email protected]

Simple spring maintenance steps can help homeowners avoid costly repairs and protect their home's long-term value.

04/07/2026

Online home value tools are convenient and can be a useful first step, but they don't see your upgrades, your condition, or how buyers are reacting right now in your neighborhood.If you'd like a more accurate, no-pressure review of your home's value based on real-time local data, call me or send a message and I'll prepare one for you.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/BrookeMadsen/2026/04/07/What-Zillow-Can-t-Tell-You-But-a-Local-Expert-Can