Jake Danikowski - Realtor

Whether you’re buying or selling a home, emotions will be involved. It's important to be aware of this so you can focus on the facts of the situation and make logical choices. Your real estate agent will be there to help you avoid emotionally fueled decisions.

Credit scores are crucial to the homebuying process. Not only does your FICO score determine if you can qualify for a loan in the first place, but it will also have an impact on your mortgage terms.

In a competitive marketplace, you'll only have one chance to make a good impression on your buyer. This is why it's important to thoroughly clean your house before and throughout the selling process. Consider hiring professional cleaners if necessary.

Wishing everyone a safe & happy Labor Day!

Buying a house too big could be a mistake. More space is great if you need it, but larger homes come with bigger price tags, cost more to heat and cool, and have higher property taxes. Consider this when house hunting as a more moderate-sized home might be sufficient.

Selling your home is a big decision. It can feel like a giant mountain of a task, and you may have no idea where to start. But what’s the right price? As an expert real estate agent, I can analyze all the factors involved to create your ideal listing price.

One of the most rewarding benefits of becoming a homeowner is freedom. As a homeowner, you get to say goodbye to rental life's uncertainty, rules, and regulations! If you're ready to make the switch from renting to owning, message me today, and let's get started.

Your home is a big investment, and maintaining it is a must. Like a regular health check-up, home maintenance is important for every house's upkeep. Failure to do so can end up costing you thousands in repairs down the line.

Most homes you’ll look at will have some flaws. It gets tricky knowing when to spend the money fixing an issue versus negotiating a compromise with the seller. That’s why you need an experienced agent who can guide you and help you come up with a solution.

If you're looking to sell your home, the real estate market is still red hot! In June, home prices across the U.S. surged 24.8% year-over-year to a median sale price of $386,888. Want to see what your home is worth? Message me to see what your home could list for.

Real estate leads are the bricks that build my business, and the best compliment you can give is a referral. If you know anyone looking to buy, sell or invest in real estate, have them reach out to me. Even if they have some basic questions, I'm happy to help.

Though each situation is unique, lowball offers generally do not get accepted, and asking for concessions or submitting low earnest deposits can further reduce the odds of acceptance. A lowball offer could mean missing out on your dream home.

When looking to buy a home to live in, rent out for income, or flip and sell, you may be tempted to buy a foreclosed home. There are pros and cons to buying a foreclosed property, so you'll need to weigh them carefully. If you have questions, contact me today.

If you want to sell your home quickly and for the best possible price, staging is one of the easiest ways to make it happen. Staging your home ensures that buyers see it in its very best light and can help illustrate what the property can offer.

If you’re looking to make a visual statement in the master bedroom, a canopy bed's towering height will command attention and offer a luxurious touch. A canopy bed anchors the space, adds height and gives the room a grand focal point.

Have you considered buying a second home? A secondary property can be a vacation home, an investment, a rental property, or a home your can flip and resell. There are pros and cons to buying a second home, so if you have questions, I can help.

Not all realtors are created equally. Buying or selling a home can be a complicated and stressful experience, so it's important to be represented by a knowledgeable agent who can help you make smart decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Contact me today!

Your credit score affects the interest rate you receive on your mortgage loan, as well as the long-term costs of borrowing the money. Having a low credit score or no credit at all can hold back your home-buying dream (or at least make it more expensive.)

If your house is sitting on the market, you may be wondering why it isn’t selling and what you can do to move the process forward. Every house is unique, but these are some common reasons you're home may not be receiving more interest from potential buyers.

As good as it feels to go out into the world, there's something special about coming back home. Home is often considered the center of stability and comfort in a person's life and provides a sense of relief. Have a great weekend!

The rising cost of electricity from traditional sources makes solar installation seem like a no-brainer for many homeowners. Before you make the leap, learn how your electric bill, location, and incentives can impact your wallet over time. Who out there has solar panels now?

One of the most important things to do when selling your house is to de-personalize it. The more personal stuff in your house, the less potential buyers can imagine themselves living there. This includes family photos, memorabilia collections, and personal keepsakes.

“The ability to build equity puts homeowners far ahead of renters in terms of household wealth…the median owner age 65 and over had home equity of $143,500 and net wealth of $319,200. By comparison, the net wealth of the same-age renter was just $6,700.”

https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2021/04/08/homeownership-is-full-of-financial-benefits/

Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits | Keeping Current Matters A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market.

“A new analysis by Freddie Mac found that supply will meet demand only if the U.S. adds 3.8M new homes. The housing need now is 52% greater than it was in 2018, just three years earlier”

https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2021/04/how-many-homes-does-us-need-catch-almost-4m

How Many Homes Does the U.S. Need to Catch Up? Almost 4M Why is the inventory of for-sale homes so tight? A new analysis by Freddie Mac found that supply will meet demand only if the U.S. adds 3.8M new homes. The housing need now is 52% greater than it was in 2018, just three years earlier – and it’s even worse for entry-level homes.

"While higher housing costs and mortgage rates will chip away at buyer demand, the sheer volume of current buyers makes the next buyers’ market appear far away."

https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2021/04/housing-demand-likely-stay-high-years-come

Housing Demand Likely to Stay High for Years to Come While higher housing costs and mortgage rates will chip away at buyer demand, the sheer volume of current buyers makes the next buyers’ market appear far away.

"According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), on average, houses are receiving over four offers from buyers and they’re selling in less than three weeks."

https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2021/04/02/buyer-competition-is-good-news-for-sellers-infographic/

Buyer Competition Is Good News for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC] | Keeping Current Matters Some Highlights With so many buyers looking for homes to purchase and so few houses available today, there’s a substantial increase in bidding wars, and homes are selling fast. According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), on average, hou...

Mortgage rates for a 30-Year continue to slowly but steadily rise. Experts predict they will stay in the low 3% range as an average throughout the year, which is still incredibly low rates. However we probably won’t see the 2.65% low we saw at the start of 2021 for a LONG time, if ever again.

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Jacob Danikowski 727-420-2218

"According to the Realtors Confidence Index Survey from NAR, the average home for sale is receiving 3.7 offers today, up from 2.3 offers just one year ago."

https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2021/03/04/is-it-a-good-time-to-sell-my-house/

Is It a Good Time to Sell My House? | Keeping Current Matters Last year, many homeowners thought twice about selling their houses due to the onset of the health crisis.

"Nobody can guarantee what home values or mortgage rates will be by the end of this year. The experts, however, seem certain the answer to both questions above is a resounding ‘yes.’ Mortgage rates are expected to rise and home values are expected to appreciate rather nicely."

https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/2021/03/03/how-smart-is-it-to-buy-a-home-today/