Anne Connelly, Realtor

04/20/2025

09/27/2024

I started in Real Estate when these were a thing.

09/02/2024

Celebrating the strength and resilience of workers across the nation, Labor Day pays tribute to the collective efforts that have shaped our society. It's a day to honor the hands that build, cultivate, and innovate, forging a path for a brighter tomorrow. Take a moment to recognize the labor that moves us all forward.

08/17/2024

August 17 2024: Realtors and home buyers have a "new normal." Realtors will no longer be able to show a property unless the Buyer has signed a Buyer’s Agency Agreement. This must be done prior to seeing a home—no signatures, no doors can be unlocked. Fines are steep, if the Realtor does not follow the new rules. The Buyer's Broker Agreement is a legal agreement that can be written for one house, one weekend or any set period of agreed time; it also explains how the Buyer's Real Estate Brokerage will be compensated for the transaction. This is much like the Listing Agreement for the Seller's Real Estate Brokerage compensation.
So a Buyer can make an informed decision, Buyer's Agents will need to call the Listing Agent to confirm if any compensation is being paid to the Buyer's Brokerage, before an offer is made. Seller's can still pay the Buyer's Brokerage but compensation can no longer be listed anywhere in the MLS. If the Seller is not contributing to the Buyer's Brokerage then the compensation will need to come from the Buyer's themselves.
The good news for my clients is for the past 14 years I have always used the Buyer's Broker Agreement for my clients. The new rule has always been my best practice as the Agreement helps clarify expectations in the home buying process, and the relationship between Agent and Buyer. I'm happy to answer any questions you have. Let's go buy a house, I'm here to help!

08/07/2024

Looking to buy or sell in Castle Hills, I'm here to help.

07/14/2024

Open house at 1816 Canter Court in Aubrey Texas. Panty and closet to really love. 4 bed 3bath 495,0000

07/10/2024

Waiting for lower interest rates before buying a home? Consider the benefits of property appreciation. Real estate values tend to rise over time, potentially increasing your investment significantly. By delaying, you might miss out on both the perfect home and its appreciation potential.

Interest rates are important, but they're just one piece of the home-buying puzzle. It’s essential to also consider your financial health, market trends, and long-term goals.

Instead of waiting for the ideal interest rate, focus on the overall value of finding the right home now. With the guidance of a skilled real estate agent, you can navigate these factors effectively. And if rates fall later, refinancing is an option.

Invest in a home today and enjoy the growth of your property's value tomorrow. Let’s find your dream home together!

07/04/2024

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️

The Sheriff's Office has been notified of a phone scam targeting local residents using our phone number: (815) 338-2144. Scammers inform potential victims that they have "missed a jury duty summons" and there is a warrant out for their arrest. Scammers then continue to press for personal information.

⭐️ As a reminder, you will NEVER be contacted by a police department via phone claiming you have a warrant or asking for payment. ⭐️ If you receive a call like this, simply hang up the phone.

Please talk to your elderly friends and family about these scams, as they are the most affected demographic.

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July! Let’s celebrate freedom, family, and fun today. Wishing everyone a sparkling day filled with joy and safe celebrations. 🎉💥

06/04/2024

https://www.mystateline.com/news/rockford-housing-market-continues-to-boom-after-wall-street-journal-article/?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=socialflow&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0BLM4mJ_MAr3uLlwhIQrwve84l8LbD-r1zx6STtGPhECCTpps6tAhoQW0_aem_ATK3rK6hSfOqmBivsuYmBDZN6HFMbc-5I_vb6VelInLzkhurmsLTKQTJaBeh3QbqkGwd090eIgMkPQrYA54y3rvY

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford was once labeled the underwater mortgage capital of America by the Wall Street Journal but has now been named the nation’s top housing market by the same publ…