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SOLD! AFTER DAYS OF BACK TO BACK SHOWINGS, SELLERS ACCEPT OFFER OVER ASK PRICE.

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After 16 years in their “first home”, my Sellers pass this completely updated one level home on to another young, newly engaged couple to enjoy and make memories. So many stories were shared around the closing table and the Sellers have closure that another family will love the home as much as they have.

What a lovely transaction from beginning to end and Sellers and Buyers are now Facebook Friends!

#homebuying #homeownership #homeforsale #firsthome #indianapolis #beaggressive #hirearealtor #indyhomesforsale #TrustYourAgent #PriceItRight #PassItOn

Shawna O’Brien
shawna.obrien@talktotucker.com
F.C. Tucker Geist Fishers

Buyer Tips

How Much Can You Spend on Your Next Home?

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Even if you’re not thinking about selling your home, you might be wondering how much of a new home you could afford. You might see a house for sale in a nice area, and think, “Could I get into a house like that?”

Why not find out?

It only takes a few calculations to determine how much of a new home you qualify to buy. The calculation involves estimating how much you can get for your house on today’s market; determining what type of home you want and establishing what a house like that would currently sell for; and then taking into consideration your income, savings and other financial resources.

Once you put it all together, you’ll have a price range within which you can confidently shop for a new home.

This exercise might surprise you. You might find out you can afford to get into a home and neighborhood you’ve always dreamed about. It’s worth finding out and I can help you!

Shawna O’Brien
F.C. Tucker Geist Fishers
shawna.obrien@talktotucker.com
317-506-0039

Seasonal Advice & Tips, Seller Tips

4 Good Reasons to Consider Selling Your Home

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Why do people decide to move? 

Unless it’s a requirement, such as a job relocation, the research tells us that you, like many homeowners, may decide to sell at some point for one or more of the following reasons:

  • Your home is no longer a good fit. You may have outgrown your current home and need something bigger, maybe with an additional bedroom. Or, the opposite may be true. You may want to downsize into something smaller – and cash in some of the home equity you’ve built up.
  • You’ve got your eye on a different neighborhood. Have you ever driven through an area and thought, “I’d love to live here”? You may think that it’s out-of-reach for you at this time. Is it? You never know until you work the numbers. You might, in fact, qualify for a home in that neighborhood today!
  • You want to be closer to something. Many homeowners would love to live closer to work, family, favorite hobbies, the country, etc. Moving to a home that’s near to one of those “somethings” can have a positive impact on your lifestyle.
  • It’s time for a change. Sometimes a homeowner just wants a change: new surroundings, a fresh start. Who says you need a “practical” reason to sell? If you’re looking to get into a new home just because you feel like it, that’s your choice. In fact, that may be the best reason of all to sell. You may simply want to move.

Do any of these reasons resonate for you? If so, now is the time to start preparing. Even if you don’t anticipate moving for several months, this is the best time to get the process started.

Shawna O’Brien
F.C. Tucker Geist Fishers
shawna.obrien@talktotucker.com
317-506-0039

Market Update

DECEMBER 2020 Market Update

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Central Indiana residential real estate continued to experience an unprecedented seller’s market as the year 2020 came to a close. Monthly real estate stats from F.C. Tucker Company revealed a 49.8 percent decrease in central Indiana’s housing inventory compared to December 2019. 

The average December home sale price for the 16-county central Indiana region was $254,522, an increase of 17.1 percent. The year-to-date average home sale price increased by 11.4 percent, to $251,265. Pended home sales increased 20.6 percent compared to this time last year.

Shawna O’Brien
shawna.obrien@talktotucker.com
F.C. Tucker Geist Fishers

Monthly Newsletter

JANUARY 2021 Newsletter

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How has your 2021 been so far? 🙂  Are you making any resolutions? My resolution is to be in the moment as much as possible because although 2020 had it’s challenges, I feel it went by super fast, especially during the last two weeks of Christmas and New Year.

I’m excited for 2021. I know the real estate market is going to be booming and fun and I look forward to helping more individuals and families this year. I’m also looking forward to connecting IN PERSON with family, friends, neighbors, clients, referrals, and new connections.

So, if I can buy you a coffee and “catch up”, let me know a good time for you! My calendar is waiting to be filled. 

I wish you a “Happy New Year”, Peace, Joy, Love & Success!

Shawna
 
Seller Tips

Avoiding the #1 Cause of Seller Stress

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Do you know what causes the most common source of stress when selling your home? Is it scheduling buyer viewings? Is it the length of time it takes for your property to sell? Is it an offer that falls through?

Those things can, indeed, cause some worry! But, the number one source of stress is actually simple to avoid. It’s not understanding the process. 

Even if you’re no stranger to moving, you should review the process involved in selling your current home before you list it. If you don’t, you might end up exposing yourself to anxiety that could have been easily avoided.

Say, for example, you’re concerned that your home has been listed for too long. It’s been a week and no good offers have come in. Well, if you knew, in advance, how long a home like yours typically takes to sell, then you probably would know not to worry.

It’s important that you start the process by understanding what to expect. What happens when your home is first listed? How are buyers scheduled to see your property? What happens when an offer comes in?

That’s why we will always review the selling process before you list and make sure all your questions are answered.

Shawna O’Brien
F.C. Tucker Geist Fishers
shawna.obrien@talktotucker.com
317-506-0039

SOLD!

SOLD! BUYERS WERE 1ST ON THE SCENE AND THE EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM IN THIS MARKET

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CONGRATULATIONS to my Buyers who have been looking for over a year for the perfect place. They knew what they wanted and when this one came on the market we were 1st on the scene at 9am & got our offer in QUICK.

I’m SO happy for them and THEY are happy.

I love this “Job”. 🙂

#homebuying #homeownership #homeforsale#downsizing #indianapolis #beaggressive #hirearealtor #indyhomesforsale #TrustYourAgent #EarlyBirdGetsTheWorm

Shawna O’Brien
shawna.obrien@talktotucker.com
F.C. Tucker Geist Fishers