Was the past month one of love, joy and accomplishment? Did you gain insights into making your time less chaotic and more serene and peaceful?
Maybe you remembered that embracing the mistakes you’ve made along the way is better than placing blame? Have would’ve, could’ve, should’ve left the building? Have you replaced these with I did, I have, and I’m content with my decision?
We all second guess ourselves, and when this keeps us up at night, it’s time to have a serious discussion with our inner self and ask: Will I ever be satisfied? I’m going to bring this back to Real Estate, I promise, because the topics in my monthly blog post and newsletter are related to my profession, personal experience, and observations I’ve made throughout the years. (My content is not generated through AI and is very much about what I do 7 days a week!)
Okay, now back to LOVE. I want my clients to LOVE their experience of buying and selling a home. I want the process to be seamless, stress-free, educational, and enjoyable — without undue drama. Choosing the right fit in a Broker is a bit like speed dating: You need to make a decision and move upon your instincts rather quickly, so you can dive into the procedure of readying your home if selling, or sleuthing homes to find just the right one to purchase.
None of this is easy; it’s perhaps the largest financial transaction one experiences, and there’s a lot at personal stake. Divide and conquer the process and trust your Broker! Your Broker is there to help you maneuver the course, as she has your back and knows what’s required to be on the front lines with you as you march through the next month — “March” is right around the corner. LOL!
Currently, the market is extremely competitive: Limited inventory confronts pent-up demand. If you need a home, you need a home. Whether you’re well informed or not, you’ve listened to the news or not, you still need a place to lay down your head at night, prepare lunch boxes for school, bake cookies, garden, and do homework.
Celebrating holidays and family events, creating memories while aging in place, and taking care of one‘s well-being are all better accomplished with a roof over one’s head.
Embrace the process and give yourself a little LOVE while you’re making your way through the home buying and selling experience!
Bainbridge Island Real Estate over the past 30 days
15 Active residential listings High $2,695,000, Median $1,699,900 Low $399,000, Average days on market 34
3 Contingent listings High $939,000, Median $1,180,000 Low $525,000, Average days on market 45
11 Pending listings High $2,750,000, Median $875,000 Low $378,800, Average days on market 57
15 Sold residential listings High $3,500,000, Median $785,000 Low $427,000 Average days on market 61
6 Sold unlisted properties High $3,500,000, Median $1,900,000 Low $300,000
4 Active vacant land listings High $1,199,900, Median $732,000 Low $250,000, Average days on market 17
1 Sold vacant land listing $310,000, Days on market 7