Samantha Boyles- Realtor

✨Just Listed ✨
🛏 4 bedrooms
🛁 3 bathrooms
📐 2,281 sq ft
1 acre lot!
Experience breathtaking mountain views on this spacious Queen Creek property, on over an acre with NO HOA. Discover 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, wood grain tile in main areas, and plush carpeting in bedrooms and the living room. The 2023 kitchen remodel includes granite counters, new cabinets, a farm sink, and a wine fridge. In 2021, both the hallway and pass-through bathrooms underwent stylish updates, showcasing modern design and meticulous attention to detail. Outside, a fresh white picket fence enhances curb appeal on this 1-acre horse property. With a newly painted exterior and interior, this home radiates a fresh, modern aesthetic. Centrally located, close to shopping, dining, and entertainment, this Queen Creek gem awaits you!
Contact me for your own, private showing!
Ready to see what YOUR home is worth
✨ Samantha Boyles
📲 303-916-0674
💎 Limitless Real Estate
🌵The Mortensen Team

🌟Open House | Saturday 2/17, 11-3🌟
19753 E Poplar Dr. Queen Creek, AZ 85142
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5 beds | 4.5 baths | 4,002 sq ft | 18,620 sq ft lot
Attached Guest Suite | 4 car garage

https://www.flexmls.com/share/9voM9/19753-E-POPLAR-DR,-Queen-Creek,-AZ-85142
Samantha Boyles
303-916-0674
Limitless Real Estate
The Mortensen Team

✨Just Listed✨
🛏 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 1,452 sq ft
This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers a generous 1,452 sq ft of well-designed living space. Nestled in the desirable Cambria neighborhood. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by an inviting open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The abundance of natural light fills the space, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Step outside to discover a private backyard oasis, ideal for entertaining or simply unwinding after a long day. The patio provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining or enjoying your morning coffee.
Offered $350,000
All the details: https://www.flexmls.com/share/9v6HJ/882-E-LAMONTE-ST-San-Tan-Valley-AZ-85140
Contact me for your own, private showing!
Ready to see what YOUR home is worth: https://hmbt.co/ZQMhYM
✨ Samantha Boyles
📲 303-916-0674
💎 Limitless Real Estate
🌵The Mortensen Team

✨Just Listed
🛏 3 bedrooms
🛁 3 bathrooms
📐 2,808 sq ft
Mountain views! This fully updated home offers 3-large bedrooms and 3-full bathrooms, plus a downstairs enclosed office and upstairs loft, that gives you ample space for every aspect of your life. As you step inside, you are greeted to newly installed VPL flooring, accompanied by stylish 5-inch baseboards, and freshly painted walls for a sleek finish. The updated kitchen opens up to the great room and provides a center island, quartz countertops, updated cabinets with hardware, and stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs, you will find the comfort of all new carpeting and three bedrooms, each equipped with walk-in closets. The main bedroom offers a large space with a reading nook as well as en-suite with separate shower and whirlpool bath tub. One of the most appealing attributes about this home is its lot location - no homes behind you, ensuring privacy and an unobstructed view of the Superstition Mountains. Need extra garage space? This home has you covered with a 3-car pull through garage to the backyard. Don't miss the chance to call this home yours.
Offered at $484,000
All the details: https://www.flexmls.com/share/9unnJ/32783-N-SLATE-CREEK-DR-San-Tan-Valley-AZ-85143
Contact me for your own, private showing!
Ready to see what YOUR home is worth: https://hmbt.co/ZQMhYM
✨ Samantha Boyles
📲 303-916-0674
💎 Limitless Real Estate
🌵The Mortensen Team

✨OPEN HOUSE ✨ Sat. January 27, 11am-2pm
6717 S Crestview Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85298
🛏 5 bedrooms
🛁 3 bathrooms
📐 2,740 sq ft
Private Pool!
Welcome home to Arizona living at its finest! This 2,740 sqft, 5-bed, 3-bath haven features a separate den, 3-car garage, has an open floor plan, plenty of natural light with views of your backyard retreat. Enjoy the lush greenery of the front yard, and inside, discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring a double island and spacious living areas which includes a den off the living room. Venture into the backyard oasis, where mature landscaping and 8 fruit trees provide a private escape. Entertain effortlessly with a built-in BBQ, fire pit area, and a pristine pool. The four generous bedrooms, including one with an en-suite and form their own wing, offering a perfect blend of comfort and privacy. Bring your golf cart and explore all that Seville has to offer!

New AC units with added duct work to ensure all rooms cool extremely well and efficient, new furnace, electric shades in bedrooms. New water heater, new pool pump, solar and newer SS kitchenaid appliances. Fruit tree's include: lime, grapefruit, lemon, fig, peach, plum, pomegranate and pear! Note the palm tree's in the back make a tree line privacy with mountain views off in the distance.
More details here: https://bit.ly/6717SCrestviewDr
Contact me for your own, private showing!
Ready to see what YOUR home is worth: https://hmbt.co/ZQMhYM
✨ Samantha Boyles
📲 303-916-0674
💎 Limitless Real Estate
🌵The Mortensen Team

✨Just Listed ✨
🛏 5 bedrooms
🛁 3 bathrooms
📐 2,740 sq ft
Private Pool!
Welcome home to Arizona living at its finest! This 2,740 sqft, 5-bed, 3-bath haven features a separate den, 3-car garage, has an open floor plan, plenty of natural light with views of your backyard retreat. Enjoy the lush greenery of the front yard, and inside, discover a well-appointed kitchen featuring a double island and spacious living areas which includes a den off the living room. Venture into the backyard oasis, where mature landscaping and 8 fruit trees provide a private escape. Entertain effortlessly with a built-in BBQ, fire pit area, and a pristine pool. The four generous bedrooms, including one with an en-suite and form their own wing, offering a perfect blend of comfort and privacy. Bring your golf cart and explore all that Seville has to offer!

New AC units with added duct work to ensure all rooms cool extremely well and efficient, new furnace, electric shades in bedrooms. New water heater, new pool pump, solar and newer SS kitchenaid appliances. Fruit tree's include: lime, grapefruit, lemon, fig, peach, plum, pomegranate and pear! Note the palm tree's in the back make a tree line privacy with mountain views off in the distance.
More details here: https://bit.ly/6717SCrestviewDr
Contact me for your own, private showing!
Ready to see what YOUR home is worth: https://hmbt.co/ZQMhYM
✨ Samantha Boyles
📲 303-916-0674
💎 Limitless Real Estate
🌵The Mortensen Team

Revealing today what sellers say *actually* helped them sell their homes for top dollar.

1) A slight under-market list price.

It feels counterintuitive, but sellers willing to list their homes just under market value tell me they’ve been handsomely rewarded. Competitively priced homes typically ignite bidding wars, resulting in a selling price far exceeding the initial listing.

2) Next-level cleanliness.

My crazy successful sellers typically choose to invest in professional cleaning services. Imagine walking into a home where the scents are fresh, surfaces gleam, and carpets feel like they've never been stepped on. A few hundred bucks can transform your home into a canvas where buyers can paint their future lives.

3) Multiple rounds of decluttering.

We're not talking about tidying up; we're talking about a ruthless purge. If you've lived in your home for years, what seems normal to you might look like clutter to potential buyers. Sometimes, it takes a few rounds to strip back to the essentials, ensuring your home is show-ready and inviting.

4) A seller’s credit.

In today's market, where buyers are grappling with high-interest rates and low inventory, finding a home is challenging. That's why when sellers offer incentives, it's more than just a financial perk; it becomes a source of relief for buyers.

Need a hand or more insights? I'm just a message away. Let's sell your home for maximum profit!

Samantha Boyles
303-916-0674
The Mortensen Team
Limitless Real Estate

Who doesn’t love a good timeline? And this one? It’s just for all you homebuyers.

- Find a trusted real estate agent: 1-2 weeks
- Get a pre-approval letter: 1-2 weeks
- Come up with your non-negotiables list: 5 minutes to 3-5 days
- Tour homes: 1 week - 4 months
- Make an offer and negotiate the deal: 3-5 days
- Get your loan approved and have an appraisal and inspection: 1-2 months
- Close on your home: 1 day

On the quick end of things buying a home could be your reality in as little as 10 weeks. I’m ready if you are — DM me and let’s get started!
✨ Samantha Boyles
🌵 Mortensen Team
💎 Limitless Real Estate
📲 303-916-0674
💻 [email protected]

Homeowners: Don't forget about this valuable benefit!

Homestead exemption allows you to save money on your property taxes by reducing the assessed value of your home.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to save money on your property taxes –check with your local tax advisor to see if your home qualifies!

🌟For Sale!🌟
🛏 3 beds + Den
🛁 2 bathrooms
🏠2307 sq ft
💦Pool
Golf course lot on the coveted Johnson Ranch in San Tan Valley. This place has it all! Featuring 3 bedrooms with a den/office. Located on the front 9 (between #2 green and #3 tee box)The home is truly move in ready! The backyard oasis provides for true outdoor living and entertaining. Pebble Tec play pool has a newer filter and heater. Private Pitch & Putt Golf Course, 3 Outdoor Recreation Centers, HEATED Swimming pools/Whirlpool Spas, Lighted Tennis/Pickle Ball Courts/Basketball Courts, Playgrounds & Volleyball Courts, Catch & Release Fishing Lake, Neighborhood Parks.
Offered at $480,000 |
More details here: https://bit.ly/29773NcandlewoodDr
Call or text me for your own private showing!
Samantha Boyles
Limitless Real Estate
303-916-0674

Is it even possible to feel stuck when you have MORE home than you need? ​​​​​​​​
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Yep, it is. I see it all the time. But today, I want to let you in on five ways you know for sure it’s time to downsize.​​​​​​​​
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1. Your home has multiple spaces that sit unused, like extra bedrooms, an expansive yard, or a full basement. ​​​​​​​​
2. Home maintenance feels overwhelming, and, well, you’re just flat out over it. ​​​​​​​​
3. You’d like more room in your monthly budget for travel, family, or retirement.​​​​​​​​
4. Your children are happy to host birthdays, holidays, and get-togethers. ​​​​​​​​
5. You’re ready for a change: new scenery, people, and neighborhood amenities.​​​​​​​​
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The good news? Downsizing doesn’t mean downgrading! I’d love to show you your options. DM me, and let’s chat about what you’re looking for.

Ready for some real talk about getting a mortgage this fall? ​​​​​​​​
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As rates inch higher, more homeowners are buying down their interest rates. Curious about what that means and if it’s right for you? Here’s the rundown on mortgage rate buydowns:​​​​​​​​
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- A mortgage buydown is a way to lower your interest rate by paying discount points at closing. Discount points are a one-time, upfront fee. ​​​​​​​​
- Each point costs 1 percent of the mortgage. For example, one point on a $200,000 mortgage would cost $2,000.​​​​​​​​
- Each point lowers the rate by 0.25 percent. So, one point would lower a mortgage rate from 6 percent to 5.75 percent for the life of the loan.​​​​​​​​
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If you've got some extra savings and can afford it, buying mortgage points may be a smart investment.​​​​​​​​
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Have more questions about buying a home or taking out a mortgage this fall? DM me - I’m here to help however I can.

If you're staring down November (and the holiday rush!) and need to get your home ready for all that's to come, this post is for you! ​​​​​​​​
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Put these November home maintenance tasks at the top of your to-dos:​​​​​​​​
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- Clean kitchen exhaust hood and filter​​​​​​​​
- Clean out the pantry and refrigerator​​​​​​​​
- Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors​​​​​​​​
- Replace the weatherstripping on your windows​​​​​​​​
- Secure your home from pests and critters​​​​​​​​
- Wash throw pillow covers and blankets​​​​​​​​
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If you're nodding your head, thinking, “yep, this is exactly what I need to do', it’s time to get to it! Don’t let the winter season get the best of you, a little prep will go a long way.

Buyers, don’t be spooked this October by high interest rates! Here’s why: ​​​​​​​​
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- An increase in rates will cost you more, but it may not be as much as you think. Example: A $300,000 loan with a 5% fixed rate comes out to roughly $1,610 a month. A $300,000 loan with a 6.5% fixed rate? $1,896 a month - a difference of $286. ​​​​​​​​
- Mortgage rates are still low compared to the rates from the last 40 years. Consider October 1981. The 30-year mortgage rate was 18.45%. Now, that's something to fear!​​​​​​​​
- Few people are selling, and there just aren’t enough houses to go around—and it’s going to be a while before builders can catch up. Translation: Buying isn’t going to get cheaper anytime soon. ​​​​​​​​
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If you were ready to buy before rates crept upwards, don’t let today’s numbers derail your plans. Instead, revisit the numbers, widen your search, and consider new construction where you won’t have to deal with mobs of other buyers.​​​​​​​​
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I’m here if you’d like to chat more about buying this fall. DM me, and let’s talk about strategies to get you in your next home by the end of the year.

It can be hard to tell the real estate tricks from treats, so let’s clear the confusion once and for all. Here are some of the most common real estate myths, debunked: ​​​​​​​​
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MYTH: “You don’t need a real estate agent to buy a home.”​​​​​​​​
TRUTH: Buyer agents 1) Are duty-bound to put your interests first, 2) Will ensure you stay organized (and calm!) through the buying process, and 3) Use their local knowledge and expertise to help you realize the perfect home at a price you feel great about. Why would you want to skimp on that?​​​​​​​​
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MYTH: “You should start the buying process by looking at homes.” ​​​​​​​​
TRUTH: It’s critical to start the process by getting your financial ducks in a row. First stop? A preapproval letter from a trusted lender. You’ll thank yourself later when you're able to put in that offer lightning fast.​​​​​​​​
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MYTH: “You need 20% down plus closing costs to buy.”​​​​​​​​
TRUTH: While 20% is ideal, most buyers don’t have that amount of cash lying around. There are many loans that have down payments as low as 3.5% (or even 0%!), so ask your agent or lender what’s right for you.​​​​​​​​
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When it comes to buying and selling, knowledge is power. Never blindly follow the advice you’ve heard from the internet or your friends without talking with an experienced agent.​​​​​​​​
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Have other thoughts or questions about buying? DM me, no strings attached.

I'll just come out and say it: The home inspection should be a total non-negotiable for buyers.​​​​​​​​
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Why? Because if anything is found, you are free to back out of the contract - no strings attached.​​​​​​​​
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The only caveat is if a seller demands you waive the inspection as a condition of accepting your offer. But as the market tilts ever-so-slightly away from sellers this fall, I’ve got my fingers crossed that all this contingency waiving is largely a thing of the past. ​​​​​​​​
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Keep in mind that an inspection contingency comes with a deadline of ten days (unless otherwise stated in your contract), so you need to be ready to make some quick decisions once you receive the inspection report. Problems that should give you pause include:​​​​​​​​
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- Foundation issues​​​​​​​​
- Termites​​​​​​​​
- Water damage​​​​​​​​
- Roof concerns​​​​​​​​
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When it comes to a less-than-stellar inspection, you have to weigh how much risk, investment, and seller negotiation you’re comfortable with for a house you love. ​​​​​​​​
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Have other questions about buying? Drop them in the comments below, and I’ll reply ASAP. I look forward to connecting!

Ready for my top 5 tips for successfully marketing a home? Swipe through to check them out.​​​​​​​​
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1. Professional, airy listing photos with plenty of lighting.​​​​​​​​
2. A data-backed listing price that entices buyers and reflects today’s conditions.​​​​​​​​
3. An error-free listing description that hits the high points but isn’t over the top or misleading.​​​​​​​​
4. Advertising on social media channels, tried-and-true signs and postcards, and on the MLS (which feeds popular real estate sites).​​​​​​​​
5. Agent-to-agent marketing.​​​​​​​​
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Which do you think is the most important when selling? Let me know in the comments! (For me, it’s all about the listing photos!)

For Sale!
🛏 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
🏠1886 sq ft
✨Gated Community
Beautiful two-story home in the Gated Community of Marbella in Mesa! Functional floorplan with 3 over sized bedrooms, 2.5 baths , living room, eat in kitchen , upstairs loft and inside laundry. Well maintained home with fresh neutral paint, natural cabinets, upgraded carpet and tile. Low maintenance backyard with covered patio & pergola, artificial turf and brick pavers. Enjoy the benefit of a community pool and greenbelts without the upkeep. Amazing home in great area of Mesa, close to freeways, shopping and entertainment, and the convenience of Gilbert School District.
**Seller offering $10,000 toward rate buy down**
Offered at $445,899 | 8532 E Kiva Ave, Mesa, AZ 85209
More details here: https://bit.ly/KivaAve
Call or text me for your own private showing!
Samantha Boyles
Limitless Real Estate
303-916-0674

Don't Miss This Home!
🛏 4 bedrooms
🛁 4 bathrooms
🏠3579 sq ft
✨ Casita✨
💦Private Pool
🍔 Outdoor Kitchen
This home is beautiful down to every last detail - incredible Next Gen floor plan. Primary home has oversized kitchen with granite counters, white cabinets and large walk-in pantry. Dining area, living area & master suite all offer mountain views. Huge master bedroom & bathroom! Access your dream backyard through the dining room, master bedroom or living area, where you'll find a gas heated pool, spa, gas fire pit and NEW outdoor kitchen completed in 2022, with a double kegerator, fridge, sink & gas grill. ATTACHED APARTMENT WITH OWN ENTRANCE, BEDROOM, LIVING SPACE, KITCHENETTE, BATHROOM, LAUNDRY & GARAGE
** ask me for a full list of upgrades!**
Offered at $875,000 | 21465 E Misty Lane Queen Creek, AZ 85142
More details here: https://bit.ly/3TOaTEq
Call or text me for your own private showing!
Samantha Boyles
Limitless Real Estate
303-916-0674

Me scouring the internet for a new rug! New rug = Instant room refresh. The only question is where to shop?!​​​​​​​​
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Luckily, there are plenty of places to buy a new rug—both in-store and online. Here are a few of my personal faves: ​​​​​​​​
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- Ruggable: Rugs you can throw in your washing machine? Brilliant! Perfect for families with children, pets, or oh-so-clumsy roommates. ​​​​​​​​
- IKEA: Large inventory of rugs in a variety of textures and colors at price points you'll love. One tip? Purchase in-store. IKEA shipping can be outrageous.​​​​​​​​
- Rugs USA: Consistently great deals and another section of washable rugs to check out.​​​​​​​​
- West Elm: Durable, handcrafted, and Fair Trade Certified. Shop the sale section to score limited-time offers. ​​​​​​​​
- Revival Rugs: One-of-a-kind restored vintage rugs and original designs fresh off the loom. ​​​​​​​​
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Have you tried washable rugs? Are they worth the buzz? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Need some inspiration and ideas for saving for a down payment? I got you covered! ​​​​​​​​
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1. Set up automatic transfers from your checking to your savings account each month.​​​​​​​​
2. Decide now to put aside raises, bonuses, gifts, or tax refunds. ​​​​​​​​
3. Skip the costly vacation, plan a staycation, and save the difference.​​​​​​​​
4. Pare down holiday and birthday gift-giving. ​​​​​​​​
5. Rent out a spare room or parking space.​​​​​​​​
6. Pick up a side hustle like freelancing, pet sitting, ridesharing, or a part-time job. Remember, it’s just until you hit your down payment goal. ​​​​​​​​
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While 20% down allows you to avoid private mortgage insurance, you rarely will need that large a payment. A 3-10% down payment will put you in a strong position when you apply for a mortgage.​​​​​​​​
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Have questions or want to connect about the buying process as a whole? DM me, and I’ll be in touch!

You love your home, but that doesn’t mean you always like it. So today, I'm giving you permission to air your home's dirty laundry with a good ole complaint session.​​​​​​​​
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So here goes: What’s your biggest pet peeve about your home? Some I’ve heard:​​​​​​​​
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- Glass or dish cabinets that are too far from the dishwasher​​​​​​​​
- Doors you have to fight to open/close or that swing the wrong way​​​​​​​​
- Fixtures or appliances in awkward spaces​​​​​​​​
- Small appliances cluttering kitchen countertops​​​​​​​​
- Wire shelving in the pantry​​​​​​​​
- Minimal storage space​​​​​​​​
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Now, it's your turn — what drives you nuts about your home? Share in the comments below!

Give the adorable new homeowners in your life a housewarming gadget they’ll use from day one. Out of ideas? Here are my go-tos:​​​​​​​​
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- Solo Stove Smokeless Fire Pit​​​​​​​​
- Cuisinart PurePrecision Pour-Over Coffee Brewer​​​​​​​​
- iRobot Roomba ​​​​​​​​
- Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner​​​​​​​​
- Rubbermaid Reveal Cordless Battery Power Scrubber Brush Cleaner ​​​​​​​​
- Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker ​​​​​​​​
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What’s the most memorable housewarming gift you’ve received? Share in the comments below! ​​​​​​​​
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Little PSA that when buying a home, there are things you need to pay attention to and things you need to ignore. When you know which is which, you’ll end up with a home you love and no regrets or surprises.​​​​​​​​
Today, I’m going to break it down for you. And don’t worry—if we work together (and I hope we do!), I’ll be there to remind you every step of the way. ​​​​​​​​
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Pay attention to:​​​​​​​​
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- Location, neighborhood, and distance from your work, schools, etc.​​​​​​​​
- Your budget + cost of improvements​​​​​​​​
- Your non-negotiables list​​​​​​​​
- Condition of major systems like HVAC and roof (Average roof replacement cost for a 2,000 sq. ft. home is $7,211 in 2022)​​​​​​​​
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Ignore things like:​​​​​​​​
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- Seller’s style and decor​​​​​​​​
- Clutter and disorganization​​​​​​​​
- Poor landscaping or j***y yard​​​​​​​​
- Rooms used for odd purposes ​​​​​​​​
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If you're thinking of buying, save this post for later, or tag a friend who’s beginning the buying process! Questions? Send me a DM!

Seller frustrations and headaches? Not on my watch.​​​​​​​​
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When I link up with sellers, they get every ounce of my real estate expertise, insights, and experience. What does that mean street level? Well, it means my sellers dodge mistakes like:​​​​​​​​
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- Over or Underpricing their home ​​​​​​​​
- Not investing in a high-quality photographer for a competitive edge​​​​​​​​
- Refusing to negotiate and driving away a great buyer ​​​​​​​​
- Neglecting repairs that would’ve delayed the closing process​​​​​​​​
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I’ve been around the block a time or two and know how to help sellers avoid the pitfalls and actually enjoy the selling process. If that sounds like something you’re interested in, DM me, or tag a friend who needs this post!

Ready to buy and make home your happy place? Then, you need to sidestep these three rookie mistakes:​​​​​​​​
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1. Making major changes too soon. Instead, move in, live, and discover exactly how you use your spaces before costly renovations.​​​​​​​​
2. Hiring a shady contractor. If you have small jobs (paint, flooring, etc.), do your research, ask friends for referrals, and don’t pay in full upfront. ​​​​​​​​
3. Overestimating your handyman skills. Sure, home reno shows make it look easy, but the reality is much different. Be honest about your DIY ability, and don’t hesitate to toss certain projects to the pros.​​​​​​​​
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If you’re looking to buy your first (or next!) house, I’d love to help you avoid these mistakes and more!

Me? I’m a big fan of cheap home hacks. You too? Then, pull up a chair; you’re in the right place. ​​​​​​​​
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Let me share some of my favorite budget-friendly home reno ideas you may want to consider this fall:​​​​​​​​
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- Paint your old, worn-out front door a warm, earthy hue that compliments your home’s shutters and exterior. ​​​​​​​​
- Brighten up your living room with a fresh house plant or two, new throw pillows, and chunky, cable-knit throw blankets.​​​​​​​​
- Replace discolored recessed lights with energy-saving LEDs. ​​​​​​​​
- Create a bold statement wall with paint or wallpaper that suits your personality and pairs well with your furnishings. ​​​​​​​​
- Install new cabinet hardware in the kitchen and add color with a small, trendy rug. ​​​​​​​​
- Pull weeds, trim shrubs, and plant seasonal flowers to make your home's outside matches its inside.​​​​​​​​
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Save this post for later and share your reno-on-a-dime wins in the comments below!

Truth: This holiday season, all bets are off when it comes to selling and the holidays. Here's why.​​​​​​​​
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According to Realtor.com, active listings are still 44% lower than the pre-pandemic 2017-2019 average. That means the market is playing catch up to buyer demand, holidays or not. If you're still not convinced, here are a few other pros and cons:​​​​​​​​
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Pros of selling during the holidays: ​​​​​​​​
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- Serious buyers​​​​​​​​
- Less competition​​​​​​​​
- Holiday staging ​​​​​​​​
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Cons of selling during the holidays: ​​​​​​​​
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- Fewer buyers​​​​​​​​
- Hard to stay “show-ready”​​​​​​​​
- Slower closing timeline ​​​​​​​​
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If you’ve thought about selling but wonder if you should wait, don't! Send me a DM, and I’ll pull what's happening in your neighborhood so you can know for sure.

Investors, new and experienced, always ask me the same thing: What return can I expect on my investment?​​​​​​​​
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Answer: The median return on investment in the US property market is 8.6%, according to the S&P 500 Index.​​​​​​​​
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The truth is return on investment (ROI) fluctuates every year, so it’s good to check in with an agent periodically for an up-to-date answer. They can look into the cap rate, cost of capital, and average ROI for your specific market or neighborhood. ​​​​​​​​
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If you're planning to buy, sell, or invest, DM me or give me a call. I’d love to share what's happening right now and answer any questions you might have.