Larry Dietl - Cressy & Everett Real Estate

08/05/2026

How to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Open House
A summer open house asks more of a home than people realize.
Buyers may arrive warm from the car, distracted by weekend plans, or already tired from seeing other houses. They arn't always walking in with a blank slate. The house has to win a little patience from them.
That doesn't mean every room needs...

Summer open houses bring heat, glare, and quick first impressions. Here's how to help your home feel comfortable before buyers start looking closely.

08/04/2026

Recently Sold! Take a look at what I recently sold at 205 S Washington Street, Wakarusa.

205 S Washington Street, Wakarusa, IN 46573 See 31 Photos, description and maps; Bedrooms: 2; Full Baths: 2; Square Feet: 964; Price: $234,900; MLS ID: 202625646

08/03/2026

How to Improve Your Home's Outdoor Lighting
Most people don't think much about outdoor lighting until something feels off. The front walk is hard to see, or the porch feels dim. The backyard is pleasant during the day, then disappears once the sun goes down.
Small changes can help more than a full redesign. The point is not to make everything...

Better outdoor lighting can make your home feel safer, warmer, and easier to enjoy. Start with the areas people actually use after dark.

07/31/2026

Why Commute Times Matter More Than You Think
Commute time is one of those things buyers tend to round down in their heads.
Forty minutes becomes "about half an hour." A route with three bad intersections becomes "not too bad." A home that's farther out starts to feel reasonable after you've seen the kitchen, the yard, or the extra bedroom you...

A commute can seem simple during a home search, but daily routines tell a different story. Here's what buyers may want to test first.

07/29/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 55057 Mayflower Road, South Bend.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 55057 Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46628, 1290 square foot, 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, asking price of $174,999, MLS ID 202630539

07/29/2026

What Sellers Should Know About Buyer Requests After an Inspection
A clean inspection report is rare. Even homes in excellent condition tend to generate a list, sometimes a short one, sometimes several pages long, and how you handle what comes back can shape the rest of the transaction. Buyers aren't trying to nickel-and-dime you when they ask for repairs or credits....

After a home inspection, buyers often come back with requests for repairs or credits. Here's what sellers should expect and how to respond without losing the deal.

07/29/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 3401 Pleasant Plain Avenue, Elkhart.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 3401 Pleasant Plain Avenue, Elkhart, IN 46517, 1848 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 1 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $419,900, MLS ID 202630530

07/28/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 11858 Ridgeview Drive, Plymouth.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 11858 Ridgeview Drive, Plymouth, IN 46563, 1515 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, asking price of $413,900, MLS ID 202600851

07/28/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 3401 Pleasant Plain Avenue, Elkhart.

07/27/2026

Simple Ways To Make Your Laundry Area More Functional
Laundry rooms rarely get the same attention as kitchens, bathrooms, or living areas. They're often squeezed into whatever space was left over: a hallway closet, a basement corner, a mudroom, or the pass-through from the garage.
Still, this small area can affect daily routines more than people realize....