What's the Secret to a Successful Home Purchase?



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Today, we'll discuss the most common mistakes home buyers make, so that you don't fall victim to the same pitfalls.
  • Asking for too much: One thing buyers often do that can hurt their chances of purchasing a home is asking for too many things in a purchase agreement. Keep the offer simple if you want to get your intended result. 
  • Failing to get pre-approved: If you want to impress a seller in a multiple offer situation, you need to show them that you're serious. Submitting a letter of pre-approval with your initial offer is a must in a busy market!
  • Putting too little money down: If you really want the house and can afford to put a large sum of money down, you need to do so. Sellers love buyers who are willing to put down a lot of money on their home!


Avoiding these things will go a long way toward ensuring a smooth and successful home buying experience. If you need help navigating the real estate process, or if you have any questions at all, give us a call or shoot us a quick email. We would love to help in any way we can!

What You Need to Know About Brainerd Real Estate



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Before you enter the real estate market here in Brainerd, I'd like to arm you with some good information in order for you to make better decisions when you're buying or selling. 

Overall we're seeing a seller's market right now, but we're also starting to see some new listings hit the marketplace. Interest rates have remained low (4%-4.25%), but there is a bit of worry that in September there will be a rate hike. It's expected to be a gradual increase, which is helpful for buyers who are still unsure about purchasing a home. 



If you are unsure of whether to buy a home this summer, I would highly recommend it because interest rates really cannot get any lower. You have the opportunity to save thousands of dollars in interest by locking in a low rate now.

Please contact me if you need any assistance with real estate in Brainerd!