Craig Wenthold - Real Estate Professional

08/15/2023

Home Buying Bloopers



🏡🔍 Home Buying Bloopers Alert: Overlooking the ‘Location, Location, Location’ Rule!

You might have found a home that ticks all your boxes: dreamy kitchen, spacious backyard, and a walk-in closet straight out of a movie, but wait…what about the location?

Ignoring the importance of a home’s location is like ordering a sundae and forgetting the cherry on top! 🍒🍨

Remember, while houses can be renovated, locations can’t! Check out the neighborhood, commute times, local amenities, and future development plans.

06/20/2023

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06/19/2023

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05/26/2023

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02/22/2023

Seller Tip: Put your money into your kitchen & bathroom



Are you trying to sell your home and wondering where to focus your renovation efforts? Look no further than the kitchen and bathroom…These two rooms are the heart and soul of any home and can make a big impact on the sale price.

Here are a few key benefits of investing in a kitchen and bathroom remodel before selling:

🔸Increased appeal to potential buyers
🔸Higher sale price
🔸Improved functionality

Also…Energy-efficient appliances and low-flow fixtures can be attractive to environmentally-conscious buyers.

Totally worth the investment! Plus, think of all the fancy dinner parties and spa-like showers you’ll get to enjoy before you say goodbye to your beloved abode 😉
Let me know if you are looking to sell your home or looking to buy a new home!
612-655-7573

02/11/2023

Pending Sale only 4 days on the market!
2120 10th Street
St. Cloud, Fl

Let me know if your considering selling your home!
612-655-7573

02/10/2023

The benefits of purchasing a home in the winter months



Fact: The hottest season for homebuyers is summer. ☀️

Also fact: The best home-buying bargains are found in the winter months! ❄️

Winter is typically the cheapest time to buy a home. While there’s less inventory, there’s also less competition. Overall, those looking for a sale tend to be extra motivated this time of year.

Looking to get a head start on your 2023 resolution of buying a home? Let me know if you need help buying a home or you would like to list your home.

01/31/2023

Hiring the right listing agent



You have decided that it’s time to put your house up for sale. Your next step is finding the right listing agent for you.

Tip: Hire an agent with a solid track record of sales in your area. Here are a few questions to ask:

☑️ Are you familiar with my neighborhood?
☑️ Can you walk into my home and tell me precisely what buyers will love?
☑️ What would you recommend changing about my house?
☑️ Will you hire a professional photographer for my home?
☑️ Are you going to promote my property online, including social media.

Let me know if you or anyone you know would like help selling or buying a home.

01/23/2023

Good Things come to those who hustle!


They say good things come to those who wait… I say they come to those who hustle!

This is your sign: If you’ve been waiting for the market to take a certain turn, it might be time for you to take action.

Your dream home is waiting for you. You just need to go out there and get it.

I’m here to hustle alongside you. DM me if you’re ready to make good things happen. ⚡️

01/18/2023

Seller Tip: Set a realistic price

Even in competitive markets, buyers don’t want to pay more than what the “comps” show, so it’s crucial to get the pricing right. Going too high can backfire while underestimating a home’s value might cause you to leave money on the table.

To price your home right from the start, consult your neighborhood’s comps. These are data sheets about recently sold properties in a specific area. At a glance, you can get an idea of what homes around you are selling for.

🗝 A frequent mistake sellers make is pricing a home too high and then lowering it periodically

🗝 Some sellers think this practice will yield the highest return. But, in reality, the opposite is often true

🗝 Homes that are priced too high will turn off potential buyers, who may not even consider looking at the property

🗝 Homes with multiple price reductions may give buyers the impression there’s something wrong with your home’s condition, or that it’s undesirable.

So it’s best to eliminate the need for multiple reductions by pricing your home to attract the widest pool of buyers from the start.

Contact me at 612-655-7573 if you or someone you know is considering selling their home or buying a home.

01/15/2023

Questions to ask your lender | What’s my interest rate?



You probably already planned to ask this mortgage question. It’s the one benchmark we all understand. Or do we? Lenders can move the needle on your mortgage interest rate a number of ways, most of them involving additional fees.

But after talking to at least a couple of lenders, you’ll get an idea of a ballpark interest rate you’ll qualify for.

By the way, if you’re considering an adjustable-rate mortgage rather than a fixed-rate loan, you’ll want to ask: How often is the payment interest rate adjusted? What is the maximum annual adjustment? What is the highest cap on the rate?

01/14/2023

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