3 real estate questions you should never hesitate to ask me
Kristi Barkley,
Your Dickinson Real Estate Expert
I'm glad you're here!
I've put together a nice assortment of bite-sized pieces of real estate news, entertainment, and resources I think you're going to enjoy. (And maybe even learn a thing or two you never knew you wanted to know!)
Here's a sneak peek at what's on tap:
• Sorry to just drop in like this…
• Renovate or relocate? It depends on how much you’re spending
• You’re never “bothering” me with these questions!
But first, let’s start it off with my...
Meme of the Week
If you want to help me keep the streak going… give me a call! 😄
Sorry to just drop in like this…
It’s pretty common to see a few balloons outside a house to let people know there’s an open house.
On the bright side, it turned into a pretty unique way to meet a bunch of neighbors they’d never met in the two years they’ve lived there.
Renovate or relocate? It depends on how much you’re spending
A recent survey revealed that many homeowners are choosing to stay put and renovate instead of moving.
According to the data, most of them seem to be making relatively low-cost renovations, which can make a lot of sense. But for nearly 12% of homeowners, the amount being spent starts to reach a point where it’s worth taking a step back and considering whether renovating is still the best move—or if buying another home might make more sense.
I recently published an article with thoughts on where that tipping point tends to be. If you’re thinking about renovating instead of moving, it’s definitely worth a read.
How to sell your house for the highest amount of money...
… and as quickly as possible, with the least amount of disruption in your life. That’s what you’ll learn in this free guide: The Art of Selling Your Home: Insider Tips
I get that question a lot, and I’m always happy to answer it! But there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. That’s why this newsletter doesn’t include weekly stats or price updates.
Besides, most people don’t care about real estate data until it actually matters to them. So instead of stats, I just try to keep this fun and entertaining.
Curious about a specific house? Wonder what your place is worth? Or just want a quick market snapshot?
Just hit reply and ask me! I’m always glad to give you any information, thoughts, or data you want. (And of course, no obligation or pressure! I love any opportunity to talk about the market.)
Trivia Time
According to the 2024 Cost Vs Value Report, which of the following home improvements will produce the greatest return on investment, recouping 193.9% of the cost?
You might feel like you don’t want to “bother” me with certain real estate questions, especially if you’re just thinking things through or not quite ready to make a move.
But there are actually a few situations where I’d much rather you reach out sooner rather than later…
