Sellers

March 21, 2017

It's a Seller's Market! Should I Downsize Now?

It's a Seller's Market! Should I Downsize Now? | MyKCM

A study by Edelman Berland reveals that 33% of homeowners who are contemplating selling their houses in the near future are planning to scale down. Let’s look at a few reasons why this might make sense for many homeowners, as the majority of the country is currently experiencing a …

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March 13, 2017

How to Get the Most Money When Selling Your Home

How to Get the Most Money When Selling Your Home | MyKCM

Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best price when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible.

1. Price it a LITTLE LOW

This may seem …

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March 8, 2017

Housing Market Expected to “Spring Forward"

 

Housing Market Expected to “Spring Forward” | MyKCM

Just like our clocks this weekend in the majority of the country, the housing market will soon “spring forward!” Similar to tension in a spring, the lack of inventory available for sale in the market right now is what is holding back the market.

Many potential sellers believe …

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Feb. 15, 2017

The Great News About Rising Prices for Homeowners

The Great News About Rising Prices for Homeowners | MyKCM

Recently there has been a lot of talk about home prices and if they are accelerating too quickly. As we mentioned before, in some areas of the country, seller supply (homes for sale) cannot keep up with the number of buyers out looking for a home, which has caused …

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Posted in Home Buyers, Sellers
Feb. 10, 2017

5 Reasons to Love Using A RE Pro

 

5 Reasons to Love Using A RE Pro [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Highlights:

  • Hiring a real estate professional to guide you through the process of buying a home or selling your house can be one of the best decisions you make!
  • They are there for you to help with paperwork, explaining the process, negotiations, and helping you with pricing (both when …
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Posted in Home Buyers, Sellers
Feb. 9, 2017

Do Homeowners Realize Their Equity Position Has Changed?

 

Do Homeowners Realize Their Equity Position Has Changed?

Yesterday, we reported that according to CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report, nearly 268,000 homeowners regained equity and are no longer underwater on their mortgage in the first quarter. Homes with negative equity have decreased by 21.5% year-over-year.

A study by …

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Posted in Home Buyers, Sellers
Feb. 8, 2017

Buyers Are Searching For Your House

 

Buyers Are Searching For Your House

Buyers Are Searching For Your House | MyKCM

The most recent Pending Homes Sales Index from the National Association of Realtors revealed a slight bump in contracts with an increase of 1.6% in December. This news comes as existing home sales are also forecasted to be on pace for 5 …

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Posted in Market Reports, Sellers
Feb. 7, 2017

Think You Should FSBO? 5 Reasons to Think Again!

 

Think You Should FSBO? 5 Reasons to Think Again!

Think You Should FSBO? 5 Reasons to Think Again! | MyKCM

In today’s market, with home prices rising and a lack of inventory, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their home on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). There are several reasons why …

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Feb. 6, 2017

Appraisers & Homeowners Don't See Eye to Eye on Values

 

Appraisers & Homeowners Don’t See Eye-To-Eye on Values

Appraisers & Homeowners Don’t See Eye-To-Eye on Values | MyKCM

In today’s housing market, where supply is very low and demand is very high, home values are increasing rapidly. Many experts are projecting that home values could appreciate by another 5%+ over the next twelve months. One major challenge in such …

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Feb. 6, 2017

Lack of Homes for Sale Slowing Down the Housing Market

 

Lack of Homes for Sale Slowing Down the Housing Market

Lack of Homes for Sale Slowing Down the Housing Market | MyKCM

The housing crisis is finally in the rear-view mirror as the real estate market moves down the road to a complete recovery. Home values are up. Home sales are up. Distressed sales (foreclosures and short sales) have fallen dramatically …

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