Claudia Todd at Brick & Co. Real Estate

01/07/2025

Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

The housing market is always shifting, and 2025 will be no different. With rates likely to ease a bit and prices rising at a more normal and sustainable pace, it’s all about staying informed and making a plan that works for you.

Let’s connect so you can get the scoop on what’s happening in our area and advice on how to make your next move a smart one.

Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year?

01/06/2025

Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market

If you’re torn between buying now or waiting, don’t forget that it’s time in the market, not timing the market that truly matters. Let’s connect if you want to talk about what you need to do to get the process started today.

Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait?

01/04/2025

Get Ready To Buy a Home in 2025

If buying a home is on your goal sheet this year, here’s how to make it happen. Focus on improving your credit, planning for your down payment, getting pre-approved, and prioritizing your wish list. But first, let’s connect so you have expert advice every step of the way.

If buying a home is on your goal sheet this year, here’s how to make it happen.

01/03/2025

Get Ready To Buy a Home in 2025

If buying a home is on your goal sheet this year, there are things you need to do now to make it happen. But above all else, connect with a trusted agent and lender so you have expert advice every step of the way.

01/02/2025

Home Staging FAQ: What You Need To Know

Staging your house properly can make it much more attractive to buyers, but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution, and every home shines differently. Let’s connect to talk through what your home really needs to stand out and sell for top dollar.

You may have heard that staging your home properly can make a big difference when you sell your house, but what exactly is home staging, and is it really worth your time and effort? 

01/01/2025

New Year, New Home: How To Make It Happen in 2025

If buying or selling a home is part of your goals for 2025, now’s the time to get started. Focus on your why, know what you need, and connect with trusted pros to make it happen. Let’s team up and make this the year you accomplish your real estate resolutions.

This is the time when a lot of people take a moment to reflect and set their goals for this year.

12/31/2024

Simple Steps To Help You Save for Your First Home

Saving for your first house isn’t about perfection – it’s about progress. A solid plan, a little discipline, and a clear goal will take you further than you think. If you’re ready to make homeownership happen, let’s connect. We’ll map out the next steps together to get you closer to the keys to your first home.

Turning a dream into reality starts with one thing: a plan.

12/30/2024

How Eco-Friendly Features Can Boost Your Home’s Value

Making environmentally friendly upgrades can pay off in more ways than one. You can enjoy saving on energy bills and improved comfort now. Additionally, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you’re contributing to a more sustainable future while adding value to your home. Ready to learn more about how you can make your house stand out? Let’s connect.

Selling your house? Or just looking to increase the value and appeal of your home for when you do?

12/28/2024

Why More Sellers Are Hiring a Real Estate Agent

More homeowners are realizing they need an agent’s help in this complex market – and that’s why a record-low number of people are selling without a pro by their side. Without an agent’s help, tackling pricing, staging and repairs, paperwork, negotiation, and more can be a real headache. Selling without a pro isn’t worth the hassle. Let’s connect to see if we’d work well together.

More homeowners are realizing they need an agent’s help in this complex market – and that’s why a record-low number of people are selling without a pro by their side.

12/27/2024

Why More Sellers Are Hiring a Real Estate Agent

In today’s complex market, even more homeowners are realizing they need to use an agent when they sell. And that’s because selling without an agent means taking on the pricing, paperwork, and more by yourself. So, ask yourself: do you really want to take that on? Or do you want an expert to handle all the hard work for you?

12/26/2024

What’s Motivating More Buyers To Choose a Newly Built Home?

Imagine skipping the hassle of renovations and having the freedom to pick out the exact design features you want. If this sounds good to you, let’s connect to make sure you’ve got your own agent to help you negotiate with the builder so you can buy a new home with confidence.

Planning to buy a home soon? Why not go for something brand-new? 

12/25/2024

The Personal Joys of Having a Home To Call Your Own

Owning a home is about so much more than financial benefits – it’s about the pride, well-being, and sense of belonging it can bring. When you’re ready to take the next step toward buying a home, let’s connect.

There’s no doubt that owning a home comes with significant financial benefits.

12/24/2024

The #1 Reason People Move: To Be Closer to Family and Friends

If you’re thinking about making a change, let’s connect. Together, we can explore neighborhoods that bring you closer to the people and places you love most.

Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people who mean the most to you?

12/23/2024

How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash

Homeowners have an incredible amount of equity today – and that’s why the share of all-cash buyers is on the rise. To see how much equity you have and talk through how it can help fuel your next move, let’s connect.

Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership.

12/21/2024

The Truth About Down Payments

There’s a common misconception that you have to put 20% down, but most homebuyers don’t have to do that. That means your goal may be more within reach than you realize. Connect with a trusted lender to find out more.

12/20/2024

The Truth About Down Payments

There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive. And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into down payment assistance. There are thousands of programs that offer an average benefit of nearly $17,000. To learn more about loan options or down payment assistance programs, connect with a trusted lender and check out downpaymentresource.com.

There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.

12/19/2024

Struggling To Sell Your House? Read This.

You deserve to check selling your house off your list of goals this year. So, if your house isn’t getting enough attention or your listing is getting stale, don’t be afraid to ask your trusted real estate agent how you can revamp your approach.

When you sell your house, ideally, you want it to go something like this: your house sells for top dollar, you get it sold quickly, and it all goes down without a hitch. 

12/18/2024

The Biggest Perks of Buying a Home This Winter

Buying a home during the winter means less competition, motivated sellers, and potentially lower prices, too. Let’s work together to find the right one at the right price for you.

Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out.