Real Estate Blog - July, 2025

Open House-851 Regency Ct-Brookings

851 Regency Ct, Brookings, SD

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Welcome to your next adventure! This stunning 5-bed, 3-bath home sits on a generous lot in one of Brookings' favorite neighborhoods. From the moment you walk in, you'll love the grand entry with pillars, an arched doorway, and an oversized double closet. The main level offers laundry, a beautifully finished 3-stall garage with floor drains, and a kitchen that checks all the boxes: granite countertops, pantry, and all appliances included! You've got both formal and informal dining options, dinner…

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What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today

If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is starting to get a bit more achievable, but lending standards are still strong.

Lenders are making it slightly easier for well-qualified buyers to access financing, which is opening more doors for people ready to make a move.

So, if strict requirements were holding you back, this shift could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, without repeating the risky lending practices that led to the housing crash back in 2008.

Lenders Are Opening More Doors

Banks are offering credit to more people in an effort to boost activity in the housing market, including buyers who have lower credit scores or…

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700 6th Ave-Brookings Open House

700 S 6th Ave S, Brookings, SD

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Blocks from downtown Brookings, this home puts you right where you want to be, close to restaurants, parks, convenience stores, and even a dog park! This home is a charming 1-level ranch with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and over 900 sq. ft. Inside is clean, cozy, and easy to maintain. Outside? You'll love the massive 69x188 lot--room for pets, play, gardens, or just kicking back with friends. Affordable, move-in ready, and full of Brookings charm... all for under $200K! Prelisting Home Inspection available…

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8 Homes Sell Every Minute

Did you see headlines saying that home sales are down? If that made you question if it’s still a good time to sell your house, here’s some perspective for you. Sure, sales have slowed compared to the frenzy of a few years ago. But that doesn’t mean the market’s at a standstill. Over 11K homes are still selling every single day – not including new construction. That’s 460 an hour. Or roughly 8 each minute. Serious buyers are still out there. Let’s make sure they see your house. #SellYourhouse #JustSold #KeepingCurrentMatters

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Why Big Investors Aren’t a Challenge for Today’s Homebuyer

Remember the chatter in the headlines about all the homes big institutional investors were buying? If you were thinking about buying a home yourself, you may have wondered how you’d ever be able to compete with that. Here’s the thing. That’s not the challenge so many people think it is – especially right now.

Let’s break down what’s really going on and why the recent shift in the approach investors are taking could tip the scales in your favor.

Large Investors Are Pulling Back

The truth is institutional investors never represented as big a share of the housing market as people think. And now, they’re backing off even more.

Today, big real estate investors aren’t buying as many homes. In fact, they’re actually selling more than they’re…

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Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why

Multi-generational living is on the rise. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 17% of homebuyers purchase a home to share with parents, adult children, or extended family. That’s the highest share ever recorded by NAR (see graph below):

And what’s behind the increase? Affordability. NAR explains:

In the past, caregiving was the leading motivator – especially for those looking to support aging parents. And while that’s still important, affordability is now the #1 motivator. And with current market conditions, that’s not really a surprise.

Pooling…

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Happy 4th of July

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and safe Independence Day.

#independenceday #fourthofjuly #4thofjuly #landofthefree #homeofthebrave #homeownership #americandream #realestate #keepingcurrentmatters

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What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market

Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing.

It’s what you should expect. It’s just that our expectations have been skewed by the intense seller’s market over the past few years.

But what you need to remember is: there’s still plenty of opportunity to be had if you’re thinking about selling – whether that’s next month or next year. You just need to stay up to date on what’s happening in the market, and have a strategy that matches the moment. Here's your update.

1. Inventory’s Up. Buyer Power Is Coming Back.

According to the latest data, the number of homes for sale is rising back toward more…

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Think It’s Better To Wait for a Recession Before You Move? Think Again.

Fear of a recession is back in the headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying or selling sometime soon, that may leave you wondering if you should reconsider the timing of your move.

A recent survey by John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC) and Keeping Current Matters (KCM) shows 68% of people are delaying plans to buy or sell due to economic uncertainty.

But it may not be for the reason you think. Not everyone is holding off because they’re worried. Some buyers are waiting because they’re hopeful. According to Realtor.com:

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Why Homeownership Is Going To Be Worth It

Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all that uncertainty, there’s one thing a lot of people still crave – a place to call their own.

Because when everything else feels up in the air, home can be the thing that grounds you. As the experts at 1000WATT put it:

Here’s what owning a home can mean for you, especially right now.

Freedom To Make It Yours

When you're a homeowner, you don’t need to ask permission to paint a wall, hang a gallery of your favorite art, or redo the floors.…

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