Diane Bilke Blog

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So You've Hired a Real Estate Agent. What now?

Now that you've chosen a real estate agent, do you know what to expect from that person? Here's a quick primer on what to expect from your agent.

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By Diane Bilke

05-15-2023 05:42:00 CST

From Abby Normal to Hans Delbrück: Why today's market is great for home buyers & sellers alike.

By all accounts it was AbNormal. The real estate market from December 2020 through about May 2022, where multiple offers were the norm, all cash offers ruled, contingencies were a no-go, long-term seller lease-backs were...

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By Diane Bilke

01-30-2023 08:20:55 CST

FTC Fines Opendoor $62 Million

This just in. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will fine Opendoor $62 million for "misleading" home sellers.

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By Diane Bilke

08-02-2022 03:43:31 CST

Who Knows Your House is For Sale?

As a home seller how do you know your home is being seen by All Potential Buyers? Only 19% of home buyers begin their search with a real estate agent by their side...

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By Diane Bilke

07-15-2022 07:04:57 CST

7 Free or Low-Cost Tips for Prepping Your House to Sell

When you make the decision to sell your house, your to-do list instantly gets long and convoluted. Here are a 7 easy ways to get started with the prepping process. Bonus *FREE* downloadable checklist!

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By Diane Bilke

05-16-2022 12:46:18 CST

Sellers Market Going Cold? Avoid These 5 Seller Pitfalls to Keep that Hot Market Feeling!

Are you considering selling your house over the coming year? As inflationary pressures and interest rates rise, keep that hot market vibe going by avoiding these 5 common seller mistakes!

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By Diane Bilke

05-05-2022 02:08:55 CST

One Last Step