Kristen McGonigal, Real Estate Agent

08/09/2025

Open House Today 10-12. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to get into Waterford!
6710 Wedgewood Lane, Willowbrook

01/16/2025

The Ten Commandments of Buying a Home
Buying a home is a major financial undertaking, so taking your time and being well-prepared is essential. Jumping in too quickly can lead to a poor investment, and neglecting important steps in the purchasing process can result in missing out on a great opportunity.
To avoid these problems, here are...

01/11/2025

The Power of Smell: How Scents Influence Buyers' Decisions
The power of scent to influence emotions, memories, and decisions is well-documented. When selling a home, leveraging scents can significantly impact potential buyers' impressions and emotional connections to the property. The scent, often overlooked, plays a crucial role in creating a welcoming environment...

The power of scent to influence emotions, memories, and decisions is well-documented. When selling a home, leveraging scents can significantly impact potential buyers' impressions and emotional connections to the property. The scent, often overlooked, plays a crucial role in creating a...

01/10/2025

Best Practices for Clearing Snow and Ice
Winter brings snow and ice, creating picturesque landscapes and challenges in keeping your home safe and accessible. Effectively and safely clearing snow and ice is essential to prevent injuries and property damage. Here are some best practices to follow.
1. Dress for the Weather
Before stepping outside,...

Winter brings snow and ice, creating picturesque landscapes and challenges in keeping your home safe and accessible. Effectively and safely clearing snow and ice is essential to prevent injuries and property damage. Here are some best practices to follow. 1. Dress for the Weather Before...

01/09/2025

5 Winter Buying Mistakes You Should Avoid
The real estate market can slow down during the winter, which can work to a buyer's advantage. With fewer shoppers, you'll likely face less competition during the colder weather months. This means you may have more negotiating leverage or an easier time landing your dream home. But the winter real estate...

The real estate market can slow down during the winter, which can work to a buyer's advantage. With fewer shoppers, you'll likely face less competition during the colder weather months. This means you may have more negotiating leverage or an easier time landing your dream home. But the winter...

01/04/2025

The Biggest Myths About Selling a Home
If you've never sold a house previously, it's normal not to know what to expect. When seeking advice from neighbors, friends, or family, it might seem like everyone thinks they're experts on real estate transactions, but that likely isn't the case. It's common to hear myths and tall tales about the market...

If you've never sold a house previously, it's normal not to know what to expect. When seeking advice from neighbors, friends, or family, it might seem like everyone thinks they're experts on real estate transactions, but that likely isn't the case. It's common to hear myths and tall tales about...

01/03/2025

Cozy Design Ideas to Transform Your Living Room This Winter
As the chill of winter settles in, there's no better time to transform your living room into a warm and inviting retreat. A cozy living room provides comfort and sets the tone for relaxation and quality time with loved ones. Here are some inspiring design ideas to help you create the perfect winter sanctuary.
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01/02/2025

Understanding Real Estate Commission Changes: What Buyers Need to Know
The real estate industry is experiencing significant changes in how agent commissions are structured and paid. These changes directly impact home buyers and their purchasing journey. Here's what you need to understand about the evolving commission landscape.
Traditional Commission Structure
Historically,...

The real estate industry is experiencing significant changes in how agent commissions are structured and paid. These changes directly impact home buyers and their purchasing journey. Here's what you need to understand about the evolving commission landscape. Traditional Commission Structure ...

12/28/2024

Understanding Real Estate Commission Changes: What Sellers Need to Know
The real estate industry is undergoing significant changes in how commissions are structured and negotiated. If you plan to sell your home in 2025, it's crucial to understand these changes to make informed decisions about your property sale.
The Traditional Commission Model
Historically, sellers would...

The real estate industry is undergoing significant changes in how commissions are structured and negotiated. If you plan to sell your home in 2025, it's crucial to understand these changes to make informed decisions about your property sale. The Traditional Commission Model Historically,...

12/28/2024

When Is It the Right Time to Refinance Your Mortgage?
Refinancing your home mortgage can be a smart financial move, but knowing when the time is right can make all the difference. As a homeowner, timing your refinance effectively can save you thousands of dollars in interest, reduce your monthly payments, or even help you pay off your mortgage faster. Here...

Refinancing your home mortgage can be a smart financial move, but knowing when the time is right can make all the difference. As a homeowner, timing your refinance effectively can save you thousands of dollars in interest, reduce your monthly payments, or even help you pay off your mortgage...

12/19/2024

How to Know When It's Time to Say Yes to the House
Buying a home is one of the most significant decisions most people will make. It's not just a financial investment but also an emotional commitment. The process can feel overwhelming, especially when determining if a house is "the one." Knowing when to say "yes" to a house involves balancing practical...

12/14/2024

When to Consider Price Adjustments
Selling your home is a significant milestone, and setting the right price is one of your most critical decisions. While a well-priced home can generate strong interest and offers, a home priced too high can linger on the market, causing frustration and potential financial strain. Recognizing when to...