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The Top 2 Things Bend Homeowners Need To Know Before Selling
Here's something you should know before you sell your house. The homeowners who win in today's market aren't the ones waiting it out or stepping back. They're the ones who adapt from the start.
A number of homeowners this year didn't get the outcome they wanted. But it's not because something's wrong with the market. It's because something wasn't right with their expectations.
Realtor.com reports 57% more homes have been taken off the market compared to last year. That means they listed... but didn't sell. But here's the honest truth. It was mostly because of two things: price and timing.
And if the seller had come in with the right mindset on each, their sale would've gone differently. Here are the top 2 things you can learn from those other
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Should You Sell Before the Holidays or Wait Until Next Year?
As the holidays approach, many Bend homeowners find themselves asking the same question: Should I list my home now or wait until after the New Year?
The truth is, there's no one-size-fits-all answer—but there are compelling reasons to consider making your move before the year ends.
Why Selling Before the Holidays Can Work in Your Favor
- Motivated Buyers Are Still Looking
Not everyone slows down for the season. Many buyers in Bend are relocating for work, making year-end moves to take advantage of tax benefits, or finally finding time to focus on their home search during the holidays. These buyers are serious—and they're often ready to make strong offers. - Less Competition Means More Attention
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The Haunted Listing That Wouldn't Sell
Don't be scared of a tough listing — sometimes the biggest fright hides the brightest opportunity.
Every agent has that one listing that gives them chills. You know the type — the one that lingers on the market while others fly off the shelf, the one buyers love online but vanish after the showing. For one Bend agent, it felt like the house itself was haunted.
A Spooky Reputation
Perched on a quiet, tree-lined street, the craftsman looked perfect from the curb. But once inside, visitors whispered that "something felt off." Lights flickered during showings. The air felt drafty. Doors creaked when no one was near them. Word spread quickly — the house was haunted!
Before long, even seasoned buye...
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Thought the Bend Real Estate Market Passed You By? Think Again.
If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you're not alone – and you're definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. With more homes to choose from, prices leveling off in many areas, and mortgage rates easing, today's market is offering something you haven't had in a while: options.
Experts agree, buyers are in a better spot right now than they've been in quite a long time. Here's what they have to say.
Affordability Is Finally Improving
Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at Bright MLS, says affordability is finally starting to turn the corner:
"Slower price growth coupled with a slight drop in mortgage rates will improve affordability and create a window for some buyers to get into the market."
Mortgage rates have e...
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