Subject: Friend, Real Estate Update - July, 2022🍉

We're NOT in a "Bubble" :)

Jeffrey Cobb

Charles Rutenberg Realty

708-203-0800

Jeff's July 2022, Realty UPDATE

If You’re Selling Your House This Summer, Hiring a Pro Is Critical

If You’re Selling Your House This Summer, Hiring a Pro Is Critical | MyKCM
 

It can be tempting, especially with how hot the housing market has been over the past two years, to consider selling your home on your own. But today’s market is at a turning point, making it more essential than ever to work with a real estate professional. Not only will a trusted real estate advisor ...

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Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble | MyKCM
 

You may be reading headlines and hearing talk about a potential housing bubble or a crash, but it’s important to understand that the data and expert opinions tell a different story. A recent survey from Pulsenomics asked over one hundred housing market experts and real estate economists if they believe the housing market is in ...

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A Recession Doesn't Equal a Housing Crisis

If you're following the news, you might be wondering what could happen to the housing market if there's a recession. Let's connect to discuss why history shows a recession doesn't equal a housing crisis.

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The advice of Len Kiefer, Deputy Chief Economist at Freddie Mac:

“If you’re thinking about waiting until next year and that maybe rates are higher, but you’ll get a deal on prices – well that’s risky. It may be more advantageous to purchase this year relative to waiting until 2023 at this time.”

How Your Equity Can Grow over Time

How Your Equity Can Grow over Time | MyKCM
 

It’s true that record levels of home price appreciation have spurred significant equity gains for homeowners over the past few years. As Diana Olick, Real Estate Correspondent at CNBC, says: “The stunning jump in home values over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic has given U.S. homeowners record amounts of housing wealth.” That’s great for your ...

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A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers

A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers | MyKCM
 

There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past two years. Two of the biggest hurdles homebuyers faced during the pandemic were the limited number of homes for sale and the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. But those two things have reached a turning point. ...

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Home Price Appreciation Helps Build Your Wealth

For the next five years, experts say home prices will continue to rise. Let's connect if you're ready to invest in homeownership and grow your wealth.

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Friends,


Owning a home is still one of the best ways to grow your wealth over time. House wealth can impact generations. In many cases, the largest single investment a household has is their home. As that investment appreciates in value, their financial options also increase.


If you’re ready to invest in a home of your own, contact me today to learn about the best way to start. Or, if you are interested in Selling your present home, I'm very glad to help with that desire too.


Best, Jeff Cobb


Sellers: With 3D Video, your potential buyers can now safely "virtually" visit your home online before ever "physically" visiting your property. Ask me about it.

"ZenList" (a Simple to Use, Powerful Search Tool) 

See Private Listings NOT Available on Zillow or RedFin

(NOTE: This is Private between us, too, I'm the only one who sees your info within the "ZenList" program.)  

Click Here for access through Jeff.  By invitation only. (Yes, you've just been invited.)

Here's a 2-minute video showing this awesome "ZenList" software. 

Best, Jeff

Jeff's INVITATION ONLY Search App.  

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Presently "ZenList" is the ONLY way for the public to see the 10-20% of Chicago-area listings that have PRIVATE listing status on the MLS (THE main database of properties for sale).

*Private listings are properties that are for sale without any public knowledge.

Thinking of Buying or Selling a Home?

The Spring Buyer and Seller Guides are here. Let's connect so you can get the latest digital copies.

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Looking for another personal resource from Jeff that’s easy to understand and can prepare you for buying or selling a home? These guides break down need-to-know information to give you confidence in every step of the process. Click below to get your own digital copies!

Things to Consider When Buying a Home

The process of buying a home can be overwhelming at times, but you don’t need to go through it alone.

You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a home ... or if interest rates are projected to rise or fall. I put together a free eGuide for you that will answer many of your questions and likely bring up a few things you haven't even thought about yet. Just click the button below to read it now!

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Things to Consider When Selling Your House

It's difficult to know when is the best time to sell, or how to get the most money for your house, but you don't need to go through the process alone.

You may be wondering if prices are projected to rise or fall... or how much competition you may be facing in the market. I put together a free eGuide for you that will answer many of your questions and likely bring up a few things you haven't even thought about yet. Just click the button below to read it now!

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CNE "Certified Negotiation Expert" & SFR "Short-Sale & Foreclosure Resource," (Designations of Natl. Assn. of Realtors) 

Charles Rutenberg Realty

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