Christine Williams Realtor

Christine Williams Realtor Have you ever wondered "about that house" in the neighborhood? You know the one you've watched for y

I am a Realtor with Keller Williams Greater Cleveland Southwest.

Tempted to price your house high just to see what happens? You should know, overpriced homes generally don’t sell right ...
06/02/2026

Tempted to price your house high just to see what happens? You should know, overpriced homes generally don’t sell right away, they sit. And that delay will cost you.

The longer a house is on the market without any offers, typically the lower the eventual sale price.

So, how do you know that right number to list at? You lean on a pro.

The best list price depends on your neighborhood, and what buyers are actually paying right now. That’s where I can help.

DM me and let’s talk about a realistic strategy that’ll get your house sold for as much as possible (and as quickly as possible). Because overpricing may actually leave money on the table.

You’ve probably heard of the Veterans Affairs (VA) home loan. But do you know what it offers?In a recent survey, 68% of ...
05/26/2026

You’ve probably heard of the Veterans Affairs (VA) home loan. But do you know what it offers?

In a recent survey, 68% of Veterans didn’t know they may be able to buy a home with zero money down. 77% didn’t know PMI isn’t always required.

Many also have no idea they may be able to count their Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) as income.

Any of those VA loan benefits could make homeownership more achievable than you realize.

If you’ve served (or know someone who has), get in touch with a trusted lender for more information on VA home loan options and what you may qualify for.

“What if I buy… and home prices go down?” It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now.And honestly, with...
05/19/2026

“What if I buy… and home prices go down?” It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now.

And honestly, with everything in the news lately, it's easy to see where that's coming from.

No one wants to make a big financial decision at the wrong time.

But here’s the part buyers need to see.

When you look at home prices over the last several decades, data proves prices usually go up, not down.

Yes, there are a few dips in there. But they’re typically small and short-lived. So, while a few markets are seeing slight declines right now, the bigger trend is clear.

Over time, home prices almost always rise.

That’s why buying a home is generally considered a safe long-term investment (especially if you plan to live there for 5+ years).

So, try not to get too caught up in what might happen with home prices next month or next year. Focus on the bigger picture.

Want to talk through what prices are doing in our market? Send over a DM.

Thinking about selling your house soon? Don't skip staging. With more houses on the market now, anything you can do to h...
05/12/2026

Thinking about selling your house soon? Don't skip staging.

With more houses on the market now, anything you can do to help yours stand out counts. And while staging costs vary, whatever you spend could pay you back big time.

For example, if you invest the typical $4k for mid-level staging on a $400k home, that can turn into roughly $18k in added value when you sell.

That gives you the potential to net about $14k more at closing – about a 350% return on your investment.

But staging doesn’t have to mean hiring a full crew. There’s an option for almost every budget, from professional staging to virtual staging to simple DIY updates.

DM me if you're getting ready to sell and let's talk about what level of staging makes sense for your house and your budget.

Buyers have more leverage today than they’ve had in years. That’s true.But Spring is still one of the busiest times to b...
05/05/2026

Buyers have more leverage today than they’ve had in years. That’s true.

But Spring is still one of the busiest times to buy, especially if you’re looking in a popular area. So, it never hurts to make the best offer you can to catch the seller’s eye.

And stand-out offers are about strategy as much as speed these days.

If you want help crafting a strong offer based on what’s happening in our market right now, DM me.

Mortgage rates have been a little volatile lately. And if that’s made you hesitate, you’re not alone.But here’s the part...
04/28/2026

Mortgage rates have been a little volatile lately. And if that’s made you hesitate, you’re not alone.

But here’s the part most people aren’t talking about:

Even now, rates are still lower than they were during the last 3 Spring seasons.

So, while things may feel a bit uncertain, the opportunity to buy hasn’t disappeared.

Want to talk through your options and check how the numbers could look at today’s rates? Let’s connect.

Not every house is selling for over asking anymore.In fact, it’s down to about 1 in 4 homes today, compared to nearly ha...
04/21/2026

Not every house is selling for over asking anymore.

In fact, it’s down to about 1 in 4 homes today, compared to nearly half in 2021.

And that's a good sign for buyers. It means the market is getting back to normal.

Now, this is going to vary by area. But overall, it means you may find sellers with more wiggle room on their price today. And in a lot of places, negotiation is back on the table.

Let’s make the most of it.

Want to find out what to expect if you're buying in our local market? DM me.

There’s a lot of talk in the news about affordability and mortgage rates right now, but here’s what almost no one is tal...
04/14/2026

There’s a lot of talk in the news about affordability and mortgage rates right now, but here’s what almost no one is talking about.
Yes, mortgage rates have been inching up these past few weeks. But it’s still more affordable to buy compared to buyers who made a purchase last year.
Even now, the average monthly payment is about $300 lower than it was just a year ago.
So, while rates have shifted lately, the opportunity to buy hasn’t gone away.
If you want or need to move, let’s talk strategy.
DM me if you want to know what I’m doing to help my clients feel confident moving forward.

Scroll through your social feed, and you may come across something that says investors are buying all the homes right no...
04/07/2026

Scroll through your social feed, and you may come across something that says investors are buying all the homes right now. But housing market data tells a different story.

Only 0.4% of the 86 million single-family homes in the U.S. are owned by large investors (those with over 1,000 properties) today. That's a lot less than headlines would have you think.

So, if that’s been shaping how you see your chances of buying, it might be worth looking at things a little differently.

Want a quick breakdown of what’s really driving today’s market? DM me.

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard: “Investors are buying everything.” But take a look a...
03/31/2026

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard: “Investors are buying everything.” But take a look at this.

Most of the biggest investors in the country are actually selling more homes than they’re buying right now.

That means they’re not dominating the market the way it might feel, and that could open up more opportunities for you.

If you want to understand what’s really going on in today’s market, let’s talk it through.

Address

Strongsville, OH
44136

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Christine Williams Realtor posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category