Margaret Rome's Blog

So, you think you are priced out of the market! Maybe for your dream home, you are! But only for now!At least find a way to get into the market, and by doing so, you get closer to making that dream come true. Contact your lender to determine what you can afford at this time. Then do your research...

The Offer Game: A Friendly Guide for Buyers and Sellers! Can Listing Agents Share Details About Other Offers? What Buyers and Sellers Should KnowIn today's competitive real estate market, many buyers and sellers wonder, "Can a listing agent tell me if there are other offers on a property?" The an...

  Recently, I wrote about how Realtors® are each other's best friends. My colleague Andrea recently visited the unique barn property, which is now my new listing. I do love looking at my listing through Andrea's lens.  Once upon a time, horses lived here! Discover a rare barn conversion in Phoeni...

Many buyers express a common concern in today's changing market: "What if I buy a home now and the market takes a dive?" This is a legitimate question that shows the doubt some people feel. And you might respond: if your main goal is to find a home to settle down in, focusing on when to buy shoul...

As a Listing Broker/Realtor®, I often get the same question from buyers and buyers' agents: "Do you have other offers, and at what price?" Honestly, it's like asking a chef for their secret recipe—why would I spill the beans on that?Every offer is different, and we are not sharing those details. ...

 Genius Alert!  Yesterday, while touring a very special and unique property, I came upon a simple yet brilliant idea that made me wonder: why isn’t this done in every single house? It can’t possibly be about cost; it’s just a sprinkle of common sense!So, what’s this “ah-ha” moment, you ask? Well,...

Hidden Storage and Timeless Style!When it comes to real estate, the kitchen is the heart of the home. This stunning kitchen is a perfect blend of beauty, functionality, and modern design, showcasing why it can be the standout feature that sells a home. With smooth, oversized porcelain tile floors...

When you ask someone a question about how to do something, and the answer is:"That's so easy"  Well sure: Everything is Easy When You Know How.Think back to when you first got a bike. Only when you felt that balance, did it become easy. The same applies to using the Waze or GPS while driving a ca...

 Unpacking the MAYBE Behind Price Reductions! When you see a property with a price reduction, MAYBE it's not just about the money  • MAYBE they are retiring and want to move fast.  • MAYBE a job transfer.  • MAYBE they found their next home sooner than they thought.  • MAYBE there was an illness ...

  One of the most rewarding experiences of my career as a real estate agent was assisting a remarkable mother and daughter in selling their cherished family home. The last celebration in June's beloved house was her last birthday.      At 95 years old and navigating the world with legal blindness...