Susan Rauth Realtor NextHome Signature Real Estate

04/28/2026

03/17/2026

Selling your house today isn’t about luck. It’s about strategy.
The simple truth is homes with a good plan get offers. It’s the homes without one that just sit... and sit.
That's why you need an agent who knows how to nail every aspect of your sale.
Don’t leave your move to chance. Reach out to me so you know what’s working for sellers in our area.

01/05/2026

You never really know when the right house is going to hit the market, but being prepared puts you one step ahead when it does.

That’s why getting pre-approved for a mortgage before you start looking for a home is key, even if you think buying is still a few months out.

Whether you’re ready to make a move now or just thinking about it, let’s talk through your goals and make sure you’re in the best position possible when the time is right.

12/19/2025

You may not want to put your moving plans into hibernation mode this winter, because the savings this time of year are real.

LendingTree found January buyers paid about $23k less than May buyers for the same size home.

And that’s largely because the price per square foot drops off in the winter due to less buyer competition.

That’s only one of the perks of buying now versus waiting until the busier spring season.

Curious what acting now could save you in our market? Let’s talk.

12/17/2025

Now may be a better time to sell than you'd expect.

Since mortgage rates have come down compared to their high earlier this year, more buyers are re-starting their home search. And here’s the data to prove it.

This graph shows homebuyer activity is hovering at the highest level so far this year.

More people are applying for home loans. And it’s already turning into more homes going under contract.
That jump in activity opens up real opportunities for sellers right now.
There’s a renewed sense of energy in the market going into 2026. And homeowners who decide to sell can ride that shift in momentum.

If you want to get in on the action and get your house in front of these eager buyers, DM me.

12/02/2025

Online searches for “homes for sale” are up more than 20% since last year.

Now, that doesn’t mean buyers are flooding the market. But it does mean interest is picking back up.

If you’ve been wondering whether anyone’s even looking right now, this is your sign the market isn’t frozen.

There are buyers out there doing their homework and preparing for their next move.

If you want your house in front of those people, let’s talk strategy.

11/26/2025

Such a pleasure to work with past clients! Grateful for their continued trust and support!

We have worked with Susan on three different properties, and her professionalism is unequaled. She sets the tone with her knowledge of real estate and her enthusiasm to help prepare you for buying or selling a home. We highly recommend working with Susan and would work with her again in an instant.

10/27/2025

This is one routine that actually sticks!

How to set up a routine for yourself that actually sticks.