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June 2025 Market Stats

By ROG Cornerstone - July 07, 2025
The local real estate market held steady in June, with prices, inventory, and activity levels staying close to what we saw in May. Consistent conditions like these can give both buyers and sellers more confidence heading into the summer market. Thinking about making a move? Let’s talk about how the current market could work in your favor.

Seller Concessions

By ROG Cornerstone - July 01, 2025
As a home seller, you have choices when deciding how to market your property, including whether you’d like to offer concessions to attract buyers or close a deal. Here’s what you need to know as you consider whether this approach is right for you: What are seller concessions and why make them? A concession is when a seller pays for certain costs associated with purchasing a home fo

June Top Producers!

By ROG Cornerstone - July 01, 2025
Shoutout to our top producing agents for June, Renee Zweerink and Elishia Carrillo! We’re grateful for the way you continue to show up and take care of your clients.

Congrats to Louie Guardado — Leadership Savannah Graduate!

By ROG Cornerstone - June 17, 2025
We’re proud to share that Louie Guardado has completed the Leadership Savannah program! After finishing his time in the Army, Louie jumped right into civilian life and started reconnecting with the community where he grew up - in Savannah, MO.   Leadership Savannah is all about developing local leaders, and Louie showed up in every way. His heart for service, commitment to growth, a

Community, Competition & Camaraderie: Alumni Golf in Savannah ⛳

By ROG Cornerstone - June 16, 2025
We love seeing our team members stay connected to their roots—and that’s exactly what Louie Guardado and Mike Hesselmann did this past weekend at the Savannah High School Alumni Golf Tournament. Representing both Realty ONE Group Cornerstone and Louie's ties to Savannah, they hit the course for a fun day of golf, laughter, and reconnecting. Events like this aren’t just abo

Kicking Off Summer in Savannah, MO with Maylee Shifflett & Elishia Carrillo

By ROG Cornerstone - June 14, 2025
As summer rolls in, so does the energy—and our agents, Maylee Shifflett and Elishia Carrillo, are bringing it to Savannah, MO with a successful open house to kick off the season. These two showed up with enthusiasm, professionalism, and that unmistakable Cornerstone touch. From warm welcomes to knowledgeable conversations, Maylee and Elishia made every visitor feel right at home. Open ho

A Proud Family Moment at The K ⚾💙

By ROG Cornerstone - June 10, 2025
What a night at Kauffman Stadium! Julie and Mike Hesselmann, along with Louie Guardado, had the chance to cheer on their son-in-law, Noah Cameron, as he took the mound as starting pitcher for the Kansas City Royals. After making his MLB debut earlier this year, seeing him start a game in front of a hometown crowd was unforgettable. There’s something incredibly special about watching someo

May 2025 Market Stats

By ROG Cornerstone - June 07, 2025
The market stayed active in May with strong shifts across key stats compared to April:  Closed Sales jumped from 138 to 175, showing a boost in buyer activity.  Average Sales Price rose from $237,844 to $282,266, driven by higher-end closings.  Median Sales Price climbed from $195,000 to $233,600, with more mid- to upper-range homes selling.  Days on Market dropped from 44 t

June Open House Fun

By ROG Cornerstone - June 01, 2025
Big thanks to Elishia Carrillo and Shelly Fox for hosting a fantastic open house at the cutest level-living townhome in St. Joseph, MO this weekend! These two brought the energy, answered questions, and made every visitor feel welcome. We love seeing our agents go the extra mile—and this open house was a perfect kickoff to the weekend for anyone looking for low-maintenance living with cha

Home Inspections

By ROG Cornerstone - June 01, 2025
Between signing and close, a homebuyer may choose to have a new home inspected to make sure it is in good condition and safe for a new owner. Here’s what buyers and sellers should know:   What is a home inspection?  A home inspection is an assessment of a home’s condition in which an inspector identifies potential problems in a home’s structure, exterior, roof, plu

April 2025 Market Stats

By ROG Cornerstone - May 07, 2025
The local real estate market saw some clear shifts from March to April:  Inventory increased from 289 homes in March to 338 in April, giving buyers more options and signaling increased activity.  Median listing price rose from $192,250 to $195,000, showing continued price strength.  Average days on market dropped from 49 to 44 days, meaning homes are selling a bit faster than las

Volunteering for a Cause: Apple Blossom 5K+ in St. Joseph

By ROG Cornerstone - May 05, 2025
This past weekend, Julie Hesselmann, Lori Rush, Danny Atkins, and Elishia Carrillo stepped up to volunteer at the Apple Blossom 5K+ in St. Joseph, MO — an event sponsored by BFit CrossFit that supports Sisters of Solace. The event featured a traditional 5K run/walk along with unique challenges like the Tandem Run, Burden Run (carrying a kettlebell), and Heavy Burden Run (carrying a sandbag)

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