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The Truth About the NAR Settlement
April 25, 2024 05:00 VideoAre you curious about the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement and its impact on homebuyers and sellers? Lately, it’s been making headlines, often sensationalized by media outlets seeking attention. Unfortunately, this can lead to misinformation and fear among consumers. To set the record straight, here are a list of facts on the NAR settlement: 1. NAR faces scrutiny for past practices. The primary concerns revolve around broker commissions and consumer access to listing infor...
3 Things Sellers Must Disclose To Potential Buyers
April 12, 2024 05:00 VideoWhen making an offer on a house, a property disclosure is one of the first things buyers get from the seller. This is also referred to as a real estate disclosure form or a home disclosure. The specifics vary by state, but most states require some type of seller disclosure. The goal is to add transparency to the transaction. In this disclosure, a seller provides written information about known things that could impact the property’s value. While there are many different things a seller mus...
Navigating the Dynamics of Home Sales and Pricing Trends
March 20, 2024 04:00 VideoExplore the pivotal factors driving today's housing market dynamics. In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, understanding current pricing trends is more crucial than ever. Today, we delve deep into the data and factors influencing the housing market to provide you with a comprehensive overview. In the United States, annual home sales peaked in 2005 at 7.1 million, but they have since been relatively stable at 5 million, with a notable increase to 6.1 million in 2021.However, 2023 ...
Will Home Prices Drop With Rising Rates?
March 05, 2024 05:00 VideoHere’s the impact that rising interest rates will have on home prices. With the recent substantial increase in mortgage interest rates, many homeowners have been asking, “Will this finally cause home prices to drop?” The answer isn’t cut and dry. In a market where rates are predicted to rise even further this year, buyer affordability could take a serious hit. To give you a better idea of whether your home is expected to lose value in the coming months, I’m going to address four key points...
3 Ways Interest Rates Are Critical for Your Home Purchase
February 05, 2024 05:00 VideoHere’s what you need to know about how interest rates affect real estate. By now, you’ve probably heard a ton about interest rates, especially as they relate to the housing market. People talk about them like they’re life and death for our housing market, but why is that? Recently, I’ve received a lot of questions from clients about how interest rates actually affect our housing market, which is why today, I’m sharing three of the biggest impacts of interest rates in real estate: 1. Inter...
Strategies To Seal the Deal in a Competitive Housing Market
January 26, 2024 05:00 VideoThree proven strategies that will help you sell in a competitive market. In today’s competitive real estate landscape, selling a home can be a challenging task. To stand out and secure a successful sale, homeowners must employ strategic approaches that set their property apart from the rest. Let’s explore innovative ways to elevate your home and leave a lasting impression in a highly competitive real estate landscape: 1. Staging and photography. The initial visual impact of a property can...
Discover Why Now is the Perfect Time to Buy Your Home
January 19, 2024 05:00 VideoHere are the top three reasons why you should consider buying ASAP. In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, the decision to buy a home is a significant milestone that requires careful consideration. While the market may seem unpredictable, there are compelling reasons why now might be the ideal time to take the plunge into homeownership. We’ll explore the top three reasons why buying a home now instead of waiting could prove to be a wise investment: 1. Home values will always rise ...
Navigating the Ever-Changing Real Estate Landscape
January 04, 2024 05:00 VideoThe driving forces behind the real estate market’s recent surge in prices. Welcome to the ever-evolving world of real estate, where market trends shape the landscape and opportunities abound. Today, we delve into the intricacies of the current real estate market to understand what’s driving the high prices and what nuances define its dynamics. Recent reports have revealed a notable 3.9% surge in house prices, a testament to a robust market. But what’s fueling this upward trajectory, and w...
2-1 Buydowns: The Secret To Lowering Your Interest Rate
December 02, 2023 05:00 VideoHere’s how 2-1 buydowns can make purchasing a home more affordable. In this housing market, there’s one thing on everyone’s minds: affordability. Ever since interest rates increased, purchasing a home has become much more expensive for most buyers. To make things even worse, we haven’t seen a massive price correction like some experts predicted. In an environment with high home prices and interest rates, what can people do to achieve their dreams of buying a home? Fortunately, there’s a...
Maximize Winter Sales: Illuminate Your Home's Best Features
November 30, 2023 05:00 VideoHere are three major winter obstacles that sellers need to avoid. Selling your home during the winter months comes with its own set of challenges, but with careful planning and a strategic approach, you can overcome them and make a successful sale. Here are three key obstacles to keep in mind and expert tips on how to navigate them. 1. Curb appeal in winter. One of the main challenges during the winter market is maintaining curb appeal. The exterior of your home may not look as vibrant as...
Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving
November 15, 2023 05:00 VideoThis year and every year, we’re thankful for you in our lives. The 2023 holiday season has officially begun! We hope you are as excited as we are. We’d like to take a moment to express our gratitude to all of you this Thanksgiving. We have met some truly wonderful people, and we’re proud to have helped so many reach their real estate goals over the years. We wouldn’t be where we are today without all of your support. Enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner—that’s what we plan to do! In the meant...
Drive a Bargain: The Road to Reduced Interest Rates
November 08, 2023 05:00 VideoThese are the three proven ways to get huge savings and slash your rates. When it comes to buying a home or financing a major purchase, one of the most critical factors to consider is the interest rate on your loan—it can significantly impact your mortgage and your monthly payments. Fortunately, there are several strategies that buyers can employ to lower their interest rates and save money in the long run. Here are the three best ways buyers can reduce their interest rates: 1. Improve y...
Ben Brummell's Journey: Serving Our Nation To Serving Your Real Estate Needs
October 24, 2023 05:00 VideoDiscover Ben Brummell's inspiring journey to real estate success. Introducing Ben Brummell, the newest member of the Holt real estate team! Ben has embarked on a remarkable journey, transitioning from a career in the United States Coast Guard and boat captaincy in Washington, D.C., to becoming a dedicated Realtor in Madison, Wisconsin. Today, we sat down with him for an interview. We’ll learn more about Ben’s background, what drew him to the world of real estate, and why he chose to join o...
Buying Your Dream Home? Here's How To Stand Out as a Serious Buyer
October 06, 2023 05:00 VideoEnhance your prospects of landing your dream home with these insights. Are you embarking on the exciting journey of finding your dream home? The process can be both exhilarating and challenging. To enhance your prospects of landing your dream property, consider these three crucial tips that not only empower you but also make you an appealing buyer in the eyes of the seller: 1. Boost your appeal with a mortgage pre-approval. Demonstrate your seriousness and readiness to purchase by obtaini...
Building Wealth from the Ground Up: Your Home Equity Blueprint
September 21, 2023 05:00 VideoFive fantastic ways that you can use your built-up home equity. We’re delving into an exciting topic that has the potential to transform your financial future – harnessing the power of your home equity. Did you know that a substantial portion of homeowners, approximately 70%, possess at least 50% equity in their homes? That’s an impressive figure, and it opens up a world of opportunities. So, let’s explore some innovative strategies for utilizing your home equity to enhance your financial ...
Get Top Dollar for Your Home: Here’s What Not To Fix Before Selling
September 06, 2023 05:00 VideoSharing three projects you shouldn’t take on when preparing to sell. When preparing to sell your house, you need to make sure it’s appealing to potential buyers. Many homeowners rush to fix every little flaw thinking it will boost their property’s value, but not every improvement will yield a significant return on investment. To help you avoid the ones that aren’t worthwhile, here are the top three things you should avoid fixing when getting your house ready to sell: 1. Minor HVAC, elect...
Demystifying Home Affordability: Beyond the Headlines
August 23, 2023 05:00 VideoThe news sensationalizes affordability, but there’s a more nuanced picture. Recently, the media has been abuzz with headlines about skyrocketing home prices, making it seem nearly impossible for the average person to purchase a home. Today, let’s take a closer look at the reality behind these claims and uncover some key facts about the current state of home prices and affordability. To begin, let’s examine where home prices stand today. If we delve into historical data, we see a consisten...
A Local Group That’s Closing the Housing Gap
October 25, 2022 05:00 VideoAll about a local organization that’s serving our community in great ways. Did you know that only 15% of black households own their homes? Today we are honored to be joined by Tiffany Malone, co-creator of Own It: Building Black Wealth, to find out more about the program and how they are helping close this tremendous gap. Own It is a movement designed to address racial disparities in real estate through a strong collaboration of community and business partnerships. Although discriminatio...
How To Price Your Home in a Correcting Market
October 09, 2022 05:00 VideoYou can still get top dollar if you price your home correctly. If you’ve been paying attention to housing market news, you’ve probably heard about decreasing sales, rising interest rates, and increasing inventory. Do these factors mean we’re heading for a housing market crash? According to the experts, the answer is no. Instead of crashing, our housing market is correcting. During the crazy housing market caused by low interest rates and the increased flexibility of remote work, prices ...
Why Olivia Joined The Holt Real Estate Team
September 23, 2022 05:00 VideoIntroducing our newest hire, executive assistant Olivia Kracht. Today I’m here with Olivia Kracht, our new executive assistant. She just joined the team, so we wanted to introduce her to all of you. Olivia has lived in the Madison area for around five years. She and her husband moved here for work, and after about a year, she had their first son. Olivia finished her bachelor’s degree and decided she wanted to pursue a different opportunity, which led her to us. “We’re so grateful to hav...
Why Some Homes Sell and Others Don’t
September 12, 2022 15:00 VideoThree types of homes that are selling and three that aren’t. Our market shift is real and happening right now. So today I want to discuss the three types of properties in our market that are still selling well and three that aren’t. The first kind of home that’s still selling well is three- or four-bedroom, two-bath, single-family homes in above-average locations. The second one is condos that have at least two bedrooms. So whether they are more in the city center of Madison or out in th...
Buying Before You Sell in Today’s Market
August 23, 2022 05:00 VideoTwo options for people who need to buy a home before selling. Selling your current home before buying a new one is the conventional way to move. However, depending on your situation, there will be times when buying before you sell is the better option. Whatever your reason, you should know that buying first comes with additional risks, such as paying two mortgages, if your current home takes a long time to sell. If you’re in a situation where you must buy first before selling, don’t worry....
Thank You for Supporting RISE
August 09, 2022 00:00 VideoWe’re more than halfway to our year-end goal of $10,000! At the Holt Real Estate Team, giving back to the communities we serve is at the heart of our team’s mission, vision, values, and perspectives. At the beginning of the year, we announced our exciting new partnership with RISE Wisconsin, our official non-profit organization. We pledged to donate a portion of our profits from each closing to RISE. Our goal for this year was not only to raise awareness for this great organization, but w...
Local Market Updates You Have To Know
July 25, 2022 05:00 VideoWhat caused the rise in our inventory? It’s not what you might expect. If you’ve been keeping up with the news, you’ve probably heard a lot of alarming headlines about the housing market. However, you need to remember that real estate is local. That’s why today I want to share some critical points about our Greater Madison market so that you know what’s actually happening locally. You can listen to my full explanation in the video above or skip to each topic using the timestamps provided...
The Advantages of Getting a Pre-inspection
July 08, 2022 05:00 VideoSix reasons why getting a pre-inspection before selling is crucial. Should you consider getting your home pre-inspected before you put it on the market? It may sound counterintuitive, but there are plenty of good reasons to inspect your home when selling. Today I’ll share a few reasons why having a pre-inspection is beneficial to you as a seller. You can watch my full explanation in the video above or skip to each topic using the timestamps provided: 0:00 — Introduction 0:50 — You have...
The Secret About Our Supposed Housing Bubble
June 24, 2022 05:00 VideoThe future of our market is uncertain, but prices likely won’t fall. Are you worried about the future of our housing market? You aren’t alone—many clients have reached out to ask me questions about where our market is heading. The truth is that no one knows for sure, but by looking at the latest statistics and trends, we can get a pretty good idea of what the future holds. Today I want to talk about where our real estate market is heading and what it means for you. So are we heading for ...
The Truth About Our Supposed 'Housing Bubble'
June 24, 2022 05:00 VideoThe future of our market is uncertain, but prices likely won’t fall. Are you worried about the future of our housing market? You aren’t alone—many clients have reached out to ask me questions about where our market is heading. The truth is that no one knows for sure, but by looking at the latest statistics and trends, we can get a pretty good idea of what the future holds. Today I want to talk about where our real estate market is heading and what it means for you. So are we heading for ...
Will Rising Rates Cause Prices To Drop?
June 10, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s the impact that rising interest rates will have on home prices. With the recent substantial increase in mortgage interest rates, many homeowners have been asking, “Will this finally cause home prices to drop?” The answer isn’t cut and dry. In a market where rates are predicted to rise even further this year, buyer affordability could take a serious hit. To give you a better idea of whether your home is poised to lose value in the coming months, I’m going to address four key points t...
Why Debbie Lindquist Loves Real Estate
May 27, 2022 00:00 VideoMeet Debbie Lindquist, a great agent and one of our new sales partners. Today I’m joined by Debbie Lindquist, a recent addition to our team as one of our sales partners. We’re excited to have her on our team, so we wanted to take some time and introduce her to you all. What did you do before real estate? I had the important job of being a stay-at-home mom for eight years before I started working in real estate. Before that, I worked at a bank. You got into real estate six years ago. Ho...
Top Spring and Summer Home-Maintenance Tips
May 09, 2022 20:13 VideoMy five best spring and summer preparation tips for your home in 2022. If you want to get the most out of your home this spring and summer, start the process now with these five home-prep tips: 1. Clear debris from your yard. This includes the dead leaves left over from last fall and any plants that didn’t survive the Wisconsin winter. 2. Clean gutters and downspouts. Make sure that everything is draining properly and no moisture is pooling around your home’s foundation. 3. Check your w...
How to Make it as a Homebuyer Today
April 25, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s how we’re helping clients successfully navigate the market. If you’ve been paying attention to the market, you know we have a lot of activity right now. Buyers have found this particular market challenging, so today we’re going to talk about how we’re helping our homebuyers win in this environment. Feel free to watch the full video, or use these timestamps to browse specific topics at your leisure: 0:00 — My message for today’s buyers 0:55 — Institutional buyers have changed 1:3...
How Do Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Work?
April 08, 2022 21:46 VideoHere’s what potential buyers should know about adjustable-rate mortgages. As we’re seeing rates continue to increase, I’ve had a bunch of folks ask me about the differences between adjustable-rate and fixed-rate mortgages. Today I’ll go over the pros and cons of adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs. Feel free to watch the full video, or use these timestamps to browse specific topics at your leisure: 0:00 — Introduction 0:25 — What’s an adjustable-rate mortgage, or ARM? 1:20 — The advanta...
Everyone Can Win in This Market
March 25, 2022 00:00 VideoWe aren’t in a seller’s market; we’re in a market where everyone can win. We’ve all heard the terms seller’s market and buyer’s market before, but I think we’re currently in a different type of market altogether. What we’re in right now is a winner’s market. Typically, when you have less than six months of inventory, it’s a seller’s market. In that kind of market, home values will appreciate because there’s not enough supply to meet demand. When we have more than six months of inventory, i...
Tips for Homebuyers and Sellers in Our Market
March 04, 2022 15:32 VideoHere’s my best advice for homebuyers in today’s real estate market. The spring real estate market has already arrived in Madison. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this year, there are certain things you must know, and I want to talk about them with you today. If you’re a seller, it’s all about having a plan. It’s still challenging to buy with a home sale contingency, so you’d likely need to buy your next house before selling the current one. Consider utilizing our certi...
Tips for Moving Across the Country
February 18, 2022 20:32 VideoFive tips to help you make your long-distance move as easy as possible. Are you or someone you know thinking about making a move out of the area, perhaps across the country or somewhere across the globe? With remote work being so common these days, moving to your dream location isn’t as difficult as it once was. However, that doesn’t mean a long-distance move will be easy. The logistics, the travel, and the timeline can all be tricky to manage, and preparing for these potential challenges ...
How VA Construction Loans Work
February 04, 2022 17:19 VideoHere’s how using a VA loan to build a home differs from the usual process. Today I’m joined by Jordann Hartzheim from Guaranteed Rate Mortgage, who is here to talk about VA home construction loans. Jordann is an expert at helping people get to the closing table on the financial side of things, so her advice is invaluable. With the VA loan, we know that buying a home as a Veteran isn’t terribly difficult. However, when a Veteran wants to build a home, the process becomes quite different. F...
2022 Market Predictions
January 21, 2022 21:47 VideoMy three big predictions for the real estate market this year. Are you thinking about making a move this year? To help you form a solid plan and know what you can expect, here are my predictions for the 2022 market: 1. Mortgage rates will rise above 3.5%. Rates remain around 3% right now. However, with a strong employment market, inflation, and the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic, I expect rates to rise to 4% before the year’s end. For the average mortgage in the Madison area, that w...
How We’re Giving Back to Families in 2022
December 29, 2021 21:56 VideoHere’s why we’re partnering with the Respite Center at RISE Wisconsin. Our team recently had the opportunity to tour the Respite Center at RISE Wisconsin. We learned all about the work they’re doing to provide emotional support and emergency care for local families in need. It really resonated with us. We work with families every day with the focus of changing their lives through the power of homeownership. Through our work, we’ve found that many families out there can benefit from organi...
Will Home Prices Continue To Rise?
December 03, 2021 22:41 VideoHere’s what you need to know about the future of home prices. Recently, a lot of people have asked us about home prices. Some people are wondering if they’ll continue to go up, and others want to know how much their home value has increased. Today we’ll talk about what’s going on with prices in Madison. If you’ve been paying attention to the market, you probably won’t be surprised to learn that home prices have increased by 18.1% over the last year. This seems pretty crazy, but when you ...
Happy Veterans Day
November 02, 2021 00:00 VideoAs a Veteran-owned business, we want to give thanks to our Veterans. Veterans Day is just a couple of days away, so I want to thank all our Veterans for their service and wish them a happy Veterans Day. As a Veteran-owned business, we take great pride in being able to help our fellow Veterans with all of their real estate needs, whether that’s buying, selling, or investing. Our Community Champions Program is an additional incentive that we offer to Veterans who choose to buy, sell, or inv...
A Market Shift is Coming
October 11, 2021 17:53 VideoThe market is shifting from a seller’s market to a more balanced market. I was recently asked whether we’re starting to see a shift from the robust seller’s market we’ve experienced to a balanced market. The market is beginning to change. Price adjustments and longer days on market are signs that we’re shifting from a seller’s market to a more balanced market. That means the market will become less competitive for buyers, and there won’t be bidding wars on every home. “We’re shifting from...
How To Navigate VA Loans
September 27, 2021 22:02 VideoHere are some nuances of VA loans that you should be aware of. As a Veteran, I take a lot of pride in helping military Veterans with their home purchases. Today I’m talking with Joe Long from Guild Mortgage about some of the nuances to be aware of with the VA loan. He’s a great local lender, and he does a lot of business with Veterans as well. Cited below for your convenience are timestamps that will direct you to various points in the video. Feel free to watch the full message or use the...
Introducing Savannah, Our Newest Team Member
September 13, 2021 21:56 VideoHere’s my conversation with Savannah, our team’s new executive assistant. Today I’m joined by Savannah Paukner, a new executive assistant for our team. I want to take a second to introduce her because if you decide to buy or sell with our team, you’ll probably be working with Savannah a lot. So Savannah, what was your background before real estate? Before, my family and I were in Fort Leonard in Missouri while my husband finished his career in the Air Force. I was working for the govern...
The Cost of Waiting To Buy
August 24, 2021 19:13 VideoWaiting could cost you more in the long run than buying right now. House prices have been rising ever since 2013, and this past year, we saw incredible price appreciation. This also comes at a time when interest rates are extremely low. Today I’m joined by Joe Long of Guild Mortgage to discuss the cost of waiting for first-time homebuyers and more. Cited below for your convenience are timestamps that will direct you to various points in the video. Feel free to watch the full message or us...
Our New Team Member
August 06, 2021 16:28 VideoWelcome the newest real estate agent on our team, Jonathan Gaspero. Jonathan Gaspero is joining our team as an agent, and we wanted to introduce him to all of you. Here’s a quick Q&A with him so you can get to know him better: What is your background from before you got into real estate? Before real estate, I worked at Meredith Hospital. I was originally pursuing a career in healthcare administration and management, but I found my love for real estate and decided to give it a shot. What...
What Increasing Housing Supply Means to You
July 23, 2021 19:03 VideoHere’s a quick update on the current housing supply situation. It appears that housing supply may be on the rise, so what does that mean for you? Of course, an important factor in today’s housing market is the number of homes for sale. While inventory levels continue to sit near historic lows, there are indications that we may have hit the lowest point we’ll see and that we’re possibly working our way back up. In May, inventory was at 2.5 months of supply, which was up from 2.4 in April....
10 Tips for Prepping Your Home for a Vacation
July 09, 2021 19:11 VideoMake sure your home stays safe and sound during your vacation. How can you make sure your home is ready for your upcoming vacation? Here are 10 tips to ensure you don’t come back to any unwanted surprises: 1. Lock all of your doors and windows. This may seem like the most obvious tip, but it can still be forgotten—especially locking the windows. 2. Clear out your mailbox and put your mail on hold. This includes any magazines, newspapers, or other subscriptions you have. Subscription box...
How Our Certified Home Program Helps Sellers
June 11, 2021 17:26 VideoWhen someone buys a used car, they want to make sure that it’s in good condition. Most of these buyers try to look for a certified vehicle, which essentially means the car is reliable. Homebuyers are the same way—they want to be sure their purchase isn’t going to be full of expensive surprises. This is why we offer a certified home program that helps sellers get their homes pre-inspected, repaired, and even appraised in some circumstances. On top of all this, we also include a comprehensi...
5 Reasons We’re Not in a Housing Bubble
May 21, 2021 21:24 VideoFear not, buyer and sellers—here are five reasons we’re not in a housing bubble: 1. Mortgage lending standards are stricter than they were prior to the last housing crash. It was much easier to get a mortgage back then. Today it’s simply much tougher to qualify. If you look at the graph at 0:43 in the video, you’ll understand why. The easiest way to understand that graph is this: The higher the number, the easier it is to get a mortgage. 2. Prices are not soaring out of control. Though p...
How to Buy and Sell Homes Simultaneously
May 07, 2021 16:38 VideoWith the median sale price in our area up 13.9% year to date, many homeowners want to capitalize on the market by selling. When you need to buy a new home at the same time, that’s where things can get tricky. Sellers are regularly seeing multiple offers, few to no contingencies, and quick sales. Most people, especially families with kids, don’t want to move twice. If you have the vision and motivation to buy and sell in this market, we can make it happen. These are the questions you need t...