Holiday hint: It’s the best season yet to sell your home

December 09, 2020

By Amy Stockberger The real estate market has been a champion for the economy throughout the nation and continues to break records in the Sioux Empire. While the season of giving is among us, it also may be the best holiday season ever to sell your home. Inventory levels dropped over 40 percent from 2019. Couple that with the record…

In a world of low inventory and multiple offers, there is a fine art to pricing your home

October 05, 2020

By Amy Stockberger The definition of market value is what a buyer is willing to pay, but there is an art to pricing a home so that money isn’t left on the table while keeping the price within reach of the appraisal. It’s an art that an algorithm in a computer software cannot navigate, an art that only arrives with…

New Buyer Match Service helps find homes, ease sellers’ stress

September 09, 2020

By Amy Stockberger I have spent my entire real estate career — my only career, mind you, so I don’t have anything to compare it against — advertising listings for sale because that is the rule book I was given. I go to great lengths to make sure my listings — the product — are as shiny and desirable as…

Stockberger: Thinking of selling your house? It could be the perfect storm

June 17, 2020

By Amy Stockberger Is 2020 the year to sell your house? Inventory levels are at an all-time low as well as interest rates, making it a perfect storm for sellers in some price points. The Realtors Association of the Sioux Empire Inc. reported listing inventory being down more than 23 percent at the end of May. Prices also continue to…

5 easy updates that will help you sell your Sioux Falls home

March 18, 2019

Sioux Falls has been attracting a lot of attention lately. And why not? It’s a wonderful place to live with its natural beauty, blooming arts scene, and growing economy. The real estate market here is hot with a lot of exceptional properties, anything from historical homes to mansions to state-of-the-art condos. Yours may be one of them. If you’re selling…

The Many Risks of FSBO

January 28, 2019

Homeowners invest a lot in their properties, not only in money, but in time and energy spent maintaining and upgrading. You naturally want to see the greatest possible return when it comes time to sell. Some homeowners looking to cut out the middle man and eliminate the commission a real estate agent earns opt to go the FSBO, or “for…

How to sell your Sioux Falls home while buying a new Sioux Falls home

December 17, 2018

The home-buying process can be an exhausting endeavor. Selling your home, in and of itself, is time-consuming and can be a major stressor in one’s life. A lot of the stress, however, does not just come from selling a home but from buying one as well. Usually, when someone puts their Sioux Falls home on the market to sell, he…

Why you should consider selling your Sioux Falls home in winter

December 10, 2018

When you have made the decision to sell your home, the next decision that you have to make is when to sell your home. There are various pros and cons to selling at any time of the year. With that being said, an often-overlooked time of year to sell is during the winter months. If you are considering putting your…

Common mistakes to avoid on your first Sioux Falls home buying or selling experience

November 26, 2018

As humans, we are fallible. We make mistakes. Usually, this is not something worth fretting over; however, when it comes to buying or selling a home, one mistake could result in the loss of thousands of dollars or losing out on your “dream” house. No matter what end of the spectrum you are on, the home buying and selling process…

How to Stage Your Sioux Falls Luxury Home for a Quick Sale

November 19, 2018

There are a lot of factors at play when it comes to selling a luxury home, including location, size, age, and of course, the luxury amenities included on the property.  However, you should also know that staging can play a huge role in presenting your Sioux Falls luxury property in the best light, attracting multiple bids, and encouraging a speedy…

Why "For Sale by Owner" is not in your best interest

November 05, 2018

When you make the decision to sell your Sioux Falls home, a lot of questions can arise regarding how you should list your home. One of the options that homeowners have at their disposal is to sell their home themselves. If you see a “for sale by owner” sign, that is what the sign implies. While it may be tempting…

Common Mistakes to Avoid the First Time Buying or Selling a Sioux Falls Home

October 29, 2018

A home is one of the biggest purchases most adults will ever make.  You want to make a wise investment, one that will not only serve your needs now and in the future, but that will also show significant returns when you decide to sell. Unfortunately, buying and selling your first Sioux Falls home can include something of a learning…

5 Ways to Drum Up Multiple Offers for Your Sioux Falls Home

October 22, 2018

When you’re ready to upgrade to a larger, more luxurious property, the process begins by preparing your current Sioux Falls property for sale. Naturally, you want to get the highest price possible, and one of the best ways to see maximum return on investment is by doing all you can to interest multiple buyers and start a bidding war. The…

Selling Your Home During Back-to-School Season: What You Need to Know

October 08, 2018

Fall is one of the better times of year to sell your Sioux Falls home.  People who are thinking of moving want to find a place and settle in before the cold winds of winter descend, and you’ll want to nail down your new living situation, as well.  Of course, you’re going to face challenges to selling in any season. …

How to prepare a luxury Sioux Falls home for sale

September 17, 2018

Showing a luxury home to potential buyers is no small feat. Appearance is everything, especially when you are showing a luxury Sioux Falls home. In order to present a home in a way that appeals to certain clientele, there are a few tips worth considering as you go through the process of preparing a home for sale. Don’t Neglect the…

The Do's and Don'ts of Flipping Houses

February 09, 2017

Written by Jaymi Naciri on Wednesday, 08 February 2017 3:37 pm Here's the thing. You can watch Flip or Flop and see that, despite all the drama in every episode (disagreement about floors/kitchen/overall spend, unpermitted addition/scary mold situation/ridiculous electrical nightmare that's going to derail the whole thing) they still pretty much always make money. And that money is enticing. Obviously.…

5 Feng Shui Concepts to Help a Home Sell

April 30, 2015

To put the best face on a listing and appeal to buyers who follow feng shui principles, keep these tips in mind. Pay special attention to the front door, which is considered the “mouth of chi” (chi is the “life force” of all things) and one of the most powerful aspects of the entire property. Abundance, blessings, opportunities, and good…

Staging Priorities

April 30, 2015

Must Do’s De-clutter rooms Empty closets Spring clean Neutralize look Eliminate odors Address pet stains Remove valuables Shampoo carpets Remove or re-arrange furniture items Store toys away Pack unnecessary clothes/items Should-Do’s Minor Repairs Mechanicals must be in working order Paint in neutral colors Remove dated wallpaper Update lighting Update hardware Replace old carpets & linoleum Focus on curb appeal –…

When an agent shows your home

April 30, 2015

Three’s a Crowd Avoid having too many people during inspections. The potential buyer will feel like an intruder and will hurry through the house.  Objections that can be overcome by a professional will not be forthcoming when the seller is present. Music is Mellow But not when showing a house. Turn off the blaring radio or television. Let the salesperson…

Words Of Wisdom - Advice for Sellers

April 30, 2015

Curb Appeal Buyers will judge from the outside of a home whether or not they want to go inside.  Pressure wash dirty siding & grimy decks.  Kill mold & mildew on the house, sidewalks, roof & driveway.  Remove unneeded garden tools.  Clean the windows & gutters.  Keep the sidewalks clean and clutter free & maintain the yard, with regular mowing…

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