March housing report shows a strengthening market - Post Bulletin

March housing report shows a strengthening market - Post Bulletin

Pricing to sell and a lesson learned

Last week I said goodbye to my beautiful boat that I had owned for 13 years. The boat has received meticulous care since day one and showed almost as new. My decision to sell was prompted by a need to free up the garage for projects. Much like the clients homes I sell there were some serious emotions involved here. I knew the condition of the boat and the care it received, much like a homeowner selling their home. The bottom line was just like I do for homes I researched the market to arrive at a price. Though the boat hadn't seen water since 2006 didn't matter it was still a 13 year old boat. I priced it according to the comps I found online and it sold 3 days after listing it at full price. The buyers bought it for all practical purposes sight unseen, driving over 8 hours from Thunder Bay Ontario. I had over 20 offers for the boat.

No matter how special a home may be or how carefully you have maintained it the market will determine the price. If you truly want to sell your home trust your Realtors guidance on price.

Open House this Saturday 10:00 to 11:00 AM

4024 4th Pl NW Rochester, MN 55901
MLS #4027372

4-bedroom, 2-bath, spacious garage with room to grow, large private lot with mature trees, park and elementry school close by, newer maintenence-free vinyl siding, all kitchen appliances included plus washer and dryer, deck off dining area.

Jay Swanstrom
Counselor Realty
Licensed in MN

Open House this Saturday 12:00 to 1:30 PM

New Listing! Totally updated like brand new, bright & sunny! 2 nice bedrooms, Master w/ walk-in closet. Open kitchen, snack bar, all SS appliances. Deck off dining room. Excellent location, cul-de-sac, close to parks and trails - easy access to all!You will be totally impressed with this completely rebuilt townhome - new electrical, plumbing, walls, furnace and high-efficiency washer & dryer.

Jay Swanstrom
Counselor Realty
Licensed in MN

Open House this Sunday 11:30 to 1:00 PM

4047 Mallard Pl SE Rochester, MN 55904
MLS #4033776

Recently remodeled townhome near RCTC - all 3 levels finished - large master with walk-in closet & walk-thru bath, vaulted ceilings - newer roof & siding - sqft approx - below 3rd bedroom could be family room - all appliances - tons of storage

Jay Swanstrom
Counselor Realty
Licensed in MN

Open House this Sunday 1:30 to 3:00 PM

2464 Salem Heights Ln SW Rochester, MN 55902
MLS #4034921

Turn-key, upscale walkout Ranch in excellent SW location on private cul-de-sac w/ mature trees. 4 BR, 4 BA, Master with jetted tub, formal & informal dining, 3 family rooms, high ceilings, deck. Cherry floors, cabinets/built-ins & trim throughout. Pre-stress room under 3-stall garage great workshop. Low maintenance, landscaped yard. Gorgeous area!

Jay Swanstrom
Counselor Realty
Licensed in MN

Video Tour 1034 6th Ave SE Rochester MN 55904 Jay Swanstrom Counselor Realty Realtor Licensed in MN

Winter projects to beat cabin fever

Winter can be tough and the long gray days can really get a person down. Take advantage of this time of year to walk around your home and prune your bushes and small trees. Most bushes are dormant now and it is easy to thin out and prune to a more desirable shape or size. I use hand held pruning shears for most pruning and a small saw for branches that are thicker. Take a look at your trees as well from different angles. Are there branches that are crossing each other or lots of little branches that could be removed. If you can do it safely thin out the tree or if you are uncomfortable hire the professionals. The benefit this time of year is that most tree trimmers are at home staring out the window waiting for spring and could be willing to give a break on the costs.

So get outside, breathe in the fresh air and give your yard a head start on Spring!

Good news to start the New Year from the National Association of Realtors