Alexandra Berger, Associate Broker REMAX Horizon

06/02/2025

One of the biggest mistakes you can make right now is overpricing your house. But unfortunately, some sellers are doing just that.

This graph shows the gap between what homes are being listed for and what they’re actually selling for.

Notice anything? The gap is widening.

That’s happening because the market isn’t as competitive as it used to be. Buyers have more choices now, so they’re taking their time and being more selective. As a result, some sellers are having to lower their price or make other adjustments to attract serious buyers.

But here’s the good news. Homes that are priced right can still sell fast. And you’ve likely built up so much equity the past few years, you’ll still be in a great spot profit-wise – even if you price it a few thousand lower than you originally thought.

You just need an agent’s help to find that pricing sweet spot. Let’s work together to set a smart price that fits today’s market.

06/01/2025

Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, you want to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Because not all of them will be worth it.

Before you decide what upgrades to tackle, talk to an agent who knows what’s in demand in your area and where you’re most likely to recoup the costs.

Let’s connect so you know which projects are actually worthwhile.

Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, you want to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Because not all of them will be worth it.

05/30/2025

Whether you’re planning to sell soon or not, it still pays to know which repairs are worth your time, money, and effort. And your agent has the information needed to help you narrow down your to-do list. To make sure you know which projects are actually worth it where we live, let’s connect.

05/28/2025

For the 12th year in a row, real estate has been named the best long-term investment. Let’s connect if you want to talk about the programs out there that can help you become a homeowner.

05/26/2025

In a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has once again been voted the best long-term investment. And it’s claimed that top spot for 12 straight years now.

That’s because homeownership is one of the top ways to build your wealth, even with home price growth moderating and ongoing economic uncertainty.

If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, let’s connect and talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, connect with an agent to talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

05/25/2025

If you fall in love with a house that has a homeowners association (HOA), make sure you understand the guidelines, the fees, and the benefits that come with it.

An HOA can mean more curb appeal throughout your neighborhood and other community perks – like a pool or gym. And that’s great for some buyers, but not everyone’s into shared guidelines.

It all comes down to what you value and how it fits into your budget. Let’s chat about what’s included and whether it lines up with what you want in a neighborhood.

05/23/2025

You may have heard inventory just hit a post-pandemic high. And nationally, it’s up more than 30% from this time last year.

That might have made you start to worry: “does this mean the market is going to crash?” Here’s some perspective that can help.

Even with that jump (shown in the white line), we’re still well below normal levels (the gray lines in the graph). And beyond that, we’ve been in a housing shortage for years because builders haven’t been able to keep up with demand.

So, rising inventory isn’t a warning sign – it’s a signal the housing market is finally returning to a more stable, healthy place.

If you want to know what inventory looks like in our area, let’s talk.

05/21/2025

Having student loans doesn’t mean buying a home is off the table. Before you count yourself out, talk to a lender to get a clearer picture of what you can afford and how close you are to taking the first step toward homeownership.

Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.

05/19/2025

Did you know? Nearly half of 18–26-year-old homebuyers today are getting down payment money from their parents.

And one thing that may be making that possible? Their parent’s home equity.
Right now, the average homeowner has over $300K in equity. And some parents are using some of that to help their children buy a home.

If you’re interested in learning more, talk to your lender and a trusted financial advisor.

05/18/2025

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

Mortgage rates are expected to come down slightly. There will be more homes available for sale. And as inventory rises, home price growth will moderate.

Want to know what this could mean for your plans? Let's connect and talk through it together.

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

05/16/2025

Are you wondering what to expect from the housing market in the second half of the year? Here’s what the experts say.

Forecasts show rates should come down slightly, inventory will continue to improve, and price growth will slow down.

If you have questions about what’s ahead or what it means for your move, DM me or drop a comment below.

05/14/2025

Whether you’re looking at a newly built home or something a little older, there’s a good chance you can benefit from concessions or incentives.

If a seller or builder offered you something extra, what would make the biggest difference to help you move forward?

Let’s talk about it and see if it’s realistic based on inventory and competition in our local market.

Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and more.