by Kathy Kohler | May 25, 2026 | Buyer Tips
First-Time Home Buyer Q&ASimple suggestions before starting your home search. Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. The goal is not to find a perfect house – it is to find a smart first home that fits your budget, your lifestyle,...
by Kathy Kohler | May 22, 2026 | Buyer Tips, Professional Services, Selling Tips
Source: MRED & Zillow Listing Data Update Simple explanation for buyers and sellers Bottom line: This does NOT stop homes from being listed, shown, marketed, or sold. What happened? Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) announced that it suspended Zillow Group’s access...
by Kathy Kohler | May 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Home About Us Meet Our Team Selling? Solds by Swanson Real Estate Home Selling Tips Home Values Getting Your Home Ready to Sell Buying? Buying Commercial Search Find Your New Home Rentals Search All Areas Lots/Land Mobile Homes Search by Price Homes under $100,000...
by Kathy Kohler | May 7, 2026 | Buyer Tips, Selling Tips, What is Tips
What does “contingent” mean in real estate? A contingent home sale means a seller has accepted a buyer’s offer, but the sale is not final yet. Certain conditions, called real estate contingencies, must be met before the home can close. In simple terms, the home is...
by Kathy Kohler | May 4, 2026 | Home Care Tips, Selling Tips
Here are 10 easy ways to freshen up your home before putting it on the market. Schedule a Free Consultation If you’re thinking about selling your home, you don’t need a full remodel to make a strong impression. In today’s market, buyers are looking for homes...
