Despite the Headlines, More Sellers Than Ever Are Choosing Real Estate Agents

If you’ve seen the headlines lately, you might think no one trusts real estate agents anymore. Between the big National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit, changes to commission rules, and endless online debates, it’s easy to assume the traditional real estate model is falling apart. But here’s

When Good Houses Go Bad: 3 Reasons Homes “Die” on the Market

Some listings rise fast and sell in days. Others end up in the graveyard of forgotten homes, buried under price cuts and low traffic.  If your home in Cedar Rapids has gone cold this fall, it’s not cursed. It’s just out of sync with the market. Realtor.com recently reported a 47% surge in delisting

Selling Your Home in 2026? The Prep Starts Now.

If you’re thinking about selling your home in 2026, the best time to start preparing isn’t next year. It’s right now. The spring market has always been the busiest time for buyers, and while demand is expected to rise again as the weather warms, today’s market looks different than it did even a few

Think Like a Buyer: Why Not Every Little Fix Matters When Selling Your Home

When you’re getting ready to sell your home, it’s natural to look around and see every little thing you’ve “always meant to fix.” The crack in the driveway. The scuffed paint on the baseboards. The outlet that doesn’t work. Here’s the truth: buyers don’t see your house the same way you do. As homeo