After the real estate bubble burst in 2008, it seemed like foreclosed houses could be found in almost every neighborhood across the country. The number of foreclosed homes reached an all-time high in 2010 but has steadily decreased each year since. Nevertheless, as long as there have been mortgages, there have been people unable to pay them. Buyers can get a bargain buying a foreclosed home. But if they’re not cautious, they can get more than they bargained for.

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Believe it or not, most realtors still encourage open houses. Far from being obsolete, they can be a great way to showcase a home when they’re managed by a competent real estate professional.

To understand why that’s the case, it helps to understand the psychology of how people buy houses, even with today’s modern technology.

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You’ve made the decision to sell your home and you want to do it fast. Selling a house is stressful, and every day it’s on the market can ramp up the anxiety. You just want it done so you can move to your new home and get on with your life.  

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When you’re planning to sell a home or buy a home—it’s a big deal. Sure, you can do it on your own, but it’s a complicated process and will take up a lot of your time. There are some things that are better left to the experts, and real estate is one of them. 

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No matter why you’re moving or where your new home is, there’s one thing every seller wants—to find a buyer fast. Sure, it’s partly luck, but there are some things that can speed up the process. 

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We have more exciting news to share! Berkshire Hathaway Home Services recently ranked Select Properties as the #1 affiliate in the state of Missouri. Additionally, Select Properties was recognized as the #28 affiliate in the entire BHHS network – nationwide!

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Have you heard the news? Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties was just named #2 Top Workplace in St. Louis by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch in the large business category! Select Properties was chosen due to our ability to outperform our peers and exemplify what employees value most in the workplace. We are beyond excited to receive this recognition and stand out as one of the best businesses in the city.

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Being a real estate agent is tough work. Their days are filled with showings, closings, writing contracts, working with a variety of clients, and so much more. It can be tough for them to get a minute to themselves, let alone market homes in the communities they serve to the best of their abilities. Fortunately, your Select Property agent can better assist you with your real estate needs, thanks to a new tool called Agent Icon!

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If you are debating whether or not to list your house for sale this year, here is the #1 reason not to wait!

The National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Chief Economist Lawrence Yun recently commented on the current lack of inventory:

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So, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call a ‘home,’ and you’ve finally found it! The price is right, and in such a competitive market, you want to make sure that you make a great offer so that you can guarantee that your dream of making this house yours comes true!

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