Donna Barbier - Solid Rock REALTORS

09/24/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/18/2026

Attention buyers! Sellers are offering a 2-1 Rate Buydown with a reasonable offer!
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09/17/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Disclosure Forms
When you're buying a house, the disclosure form can be easy to skim past. It often arrives alongside other paperwork, but it can provide useful background on the property before you move further into the transaction.
What sellers must disclose varies by state, so the form isn't the same everywhere....

A property disclosure form can offer useful clues about a home's history and known issues. Buyers should know what the form can tell them, what it may leave out, and where an inspection still matters.

09/13/2026

Look at the updated Collinsville Market Watch Report.

With real estate being local, it's important to work with a local expert that understands the changing market.

09/10/2026

How to Compare Mortgage Options Like a Pro
Shopping for a mortgage can be difficult, since lenders present the numbers in so many different ways, and it's easy to focus on whichever number stands out first. Knowing what to actually compare is what helps you save money.
Know That the Interest Rate Isn't the Whole Story
The interest rate quoted...

Shopping for a mortgage means comparing more than the interest rate. Here's what buyers should check before picking the right lender and loan for their needs.

09/07/2026

09/05/2026

Looking for 10 acres that’s fully fenced, has a pond, a ready to move in home with new flooring in the living space, hall, and bedrooms, newer hvac, has a concrete, handicap accessible storm shelter, a few extra sheds, great landscape, mature trees, and wooded area on the property? Then go see Greg this Sunday, Sept 6, 2026, from 2-4pm. Let him take you on a little tour so you can dream big about making this slice of heaven the space you want.

09/04/2026

Upcoming Open House