Robert Graham, Coldwell Banker Realtor

It's the question every homeowner asks at one point or another: Should I sell or should I remodel? Here are a few questions to ask as you make the king-size decision. First up, Team Remodeling: Do I love my current home's location? Do I have space (inside and out) for an addition?... Will remodeling address my biggest concerns about my home? Do I have a place to temporarily move during the remodel (or the patience of a saint to live in an under construction house)? A YES to most of the above means remodeling is probably in your future. Next up, Team Time-to-Move: Do you anticipate needing more space than a remodel can provide in the next 5 years? (more bedrooms, bathrooms, etc.) Will remodeling put your home above neighborhood value? Would you prefer a home that's closer to your everyday places (work, school, shopping) or do you desire a different school district or a larger lot? Resonate with these questions? Find a realtor, that's me, and at the very least, take a look at what's on the market. Sometimes moving in one direction is just what you need to clarify your thinking. Whether you're leaning towards remodeling or moving, send me a message. I'd love to do a quick analysis on your neighborhood and give you the stats you need to go along with your intuition!

Families are spending a lot of extra time at home these days. As a result, homeowners are quickly realizing that there are some home qualities that have gone from "nice to have" to "need to have". If your house has any of these desirable features and you've been considering selling this year, PM me to learn how we can put a spotlight on what buyers are most interested in right now.

Thinking about selling but curious if turning your home into a rental makes more financial sense? Fret not! Here are several down-to-earth scenarios to help you make the right call. If you need the profits from selling your home to fund your next home, you’ll need to put the brakes on rentingat least for now. If a job has you moving out of the area, but think you may be coming back, renting may be the right moveespecially if you love your current home. (A word of ca...ution: If you tend to freak out about modest home mishaps, handling strangers in your home may not be for good for you or your nerves.) If the rent can cover your mortgage, and you don’t need the profits from selling, renting can be a savvy decision. You just wanna make sure you leave enough wiggle room in the budget for lapse in renters and unexpected repairs. If the rumor mill around you is churning out whispers of higher than asking price and multiple offers, selling may be the way to go. With interest rates so incredibly low, you don’t wanna miss out on all those serious buyers. Before deciding solo, talk with an agent who can give you the rundown on your neighborhood’s rental and housing market. After all, teamwork makes your dream work! Looking for an agent? Give me a call. I’d love to help.

Banfield went on to say, "With interest rates in the two's available, a buyer can afford much more home than they could have just a few years ago." DM me to learn more about why this is such a good time to buy a home!

You may not think of real estate as a touchy feely kind of job, but every now and then, I get the chance to be a small part of someone's story that I know I'll remember forever. Just recently, I helped a young family find their dream home, in their dream area, with just enough time to get their young daughter enrolled for school in their dream district! Their story was too amazing not to share. I hope it encourages you that no matter what you're facing today, you can hang ...in there, keep your chin up, and take a small step forward. Stay well friends!

Home buying is more affordable today than it has been in years. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to make a strong investment in the housing market. Reach me through Messenger so we can plan your best move!