2024

Are you tired of settling for less than you truly deserve in your new home? If you're ready to make your dream a reality in the heart of Grand Forks, it's time to start thinking about the essential features that will transform your house into a home. In this blog post, we'll explore the top 5 must-have features that you should prioritize when searching for your new living space in the Red River...

Homebuyers and sellers can breathe easier as the Grand Forks home prices find their footing. Here's how to make the most of the fall housing trends. After a rollercoaster ride in Grand Forks home prices over the past few years, it looks like we're finally seeing some stability in the market and that's a good thing. Nationally, home prices increased by just under 4% year-over-year in August 2024, with...

Transform Your Grand Forks Outdoor Space into a Stylish and Inviting Retreat Your front porch is often the first thing guests notice about your home in Grand Forks, so why not make it as inviting and stylish as possible? Here are seven easy steps to transform your porch into a welcoming retreat that reflects your unique style and embraces local trends. Choose Natural and Sustainable Materials...

Will Fall 2024 Be the Season to Buy? How Shifting Mortgage Rates Could Change the Grand Forks Market As we enter the final stretch of 2024, one of the hottest topics in real estate continues to be mortgage rates. After hovering around 6% for much of the year, there are signs that rates could drop even further following recent actions by the Federal Reserve. For buyers and sellers in the Grand Forks...

How Sustainable Housing Trends Are Shaping the Future of Real Estate in Grand Forks If you've been keeping an eye on recent real estate developments, you've likely noticed a significant move toward sustainable, eco-conscious homes. This isn't just a passing trend it's transforming the future of the housing market, both nationally and right here in Grand Forks. Let's explore why green homes are gaining...

The Time-Saving Guide to Selling Your Grand Forks Home: Avoid the "Home Move Tax" For most homeowners in Grand Forks, ND, and the surrounding areas, selling a home can feel less like a simple real estate transaction and more like taking on a second full-time job. Not only does selling a home come with financial costs, but it also demands something even more valuable your time. When you factor in the...

Uncover how the upcoming presidential election could influence home values, buying trends, and market stability in the Grand Forks area. No matter how many times you have seen an election come and go, each one can feel like a bit of a gamble, especially when November rolls around. You might find yourself wondering if now's the time to make a move or if it's better to wait until the election dust...

Discover the reasons why your neighbors in Grand Forks are relying on a real estate agent to navigate the market and achieve their home buying or selling goals. Let's get real. Do you have to use a real estate agent when buying or selling a home? The answer, of course, is no. You can absolutely go it alone, and many people opt to do so every year. After all, with the internet at your fingertips, you...

The Housing Market is Shifting: Here's What You Need to Know Although it might not be obvious yet, the Grand Forks housing market is undergoing a significant transition. According to Zillow's latest report, July marked a shift from a strong seller's market to a more balanced, neutral territory. So, what does this mean for you? Let's break it down. The Move to a Neutral Market in Grand Forks The...

How the 2024 NAR Settlement Changes Will Impact Real Estate Transactions for Buyers and Sellers A little backstory before the changes: Back in March, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreed to a settlement deal. The organization agreed to both a monetary settlement as well as real estate practice changes aimed at providing more transparency regarding how real estate agents are paid. The...