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Back to School - Let's Take Care of Each Other

By Julie Hesselmann - August 16, 2026
August always seems to come around quickly. One minute we’re in the middle of summer, and the next we’re buying school supplies, getting back to earlier bedtimes, and trying to remember what time everyone needs to be where. As students head back to school, our communities change right along with them. School buses are back on the roads, crosswalks are busier, practices and activities start fillin
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Why Does My Offer Keep Getting Rejected?

By ROG Cornerstone - June 16, 2026
Making an offer on a home is exciting. Having that offer rejected can be disappointing. After it happens more than once, it's understandable for buyers to start asking questions. "Were we really the highest offer?" "Did the seller even see our offer?" "Is my agent negotiating as hard as they can?" Those are fair questions, and if you've ever found yourself wondering the same th
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Why Professional Photos Matter

By Julie Hesselmann - April 27, 2026
The First Showing Happens Online: Why Professional Photos Should Never Be Optional Most buyers see your home online before they ever step inside. That first impression is not the description or even the price. It is the photos. In today’s market, those photos play a bigger role than most sellers realize. The First Showing Happens Online When a home hits the market, buyers are typically scrol
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Who Helps Buyers Understand Closing Costs and Prepaids?

By ROG Cornerstone - April 01, 2026
Who Helps Buyers Understand Closing Costs and Prepaids? Buying a home comes with a lot of moving parts, and one area that consistently creates confusion is the difference between closing costs and prepaids. Most buyers hear these terms early in the process, but many don’t fully understand what they mean or how they impact the total amount needed at closing. The question that often comes up is: ➤
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What’s Driving Buyer Decisions This Spring

By Julie Hesselmann - March 29, 2026
As we move further into the spring market, activity is starting to pick up. More buyers are stepping back in, but they’re moving differently than they did over the past few years—more selective, more informed, and more focused on value. That’s where we’re seeing a gap between what sellers think matters and what buyers are actually reacting to right now. What Sellers Think Matters A lot of sel
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Before You Fall in Love With a House, Take a Step Back

By Julie Hesselmann - February 20, 2026
Buying a Home Is Exciting, but It’s Also a Major Financial Decision Buying a home is exciting. For many people, it is something they have imagined for years. You start scrolling through listings, saving photos, picturing where your furniture might go, and imagining what life could look like in that space. At some point it happens. You walk into a house and think, this could be it. But before fal
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Planning Ahead: Understanding Aging in Place

By Julie Hesselmann - February 09, 2026
Planning for Comfort and Independence at Home For many homeowners, the goal isn’t just finding the right home for today, it’s finding a home that continues to work as life changes. Aging in place simply means planning for safety, comfort, and accessibility so homeowners can remain in their homes longer without needing major transitions later. Whether you’re buying, selling, or thinking long-term
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Why Guidance Still Matters When Buying or Selling a Home

By Julie Hesselmann - February 02, 2026
The Role of a Real Estate Agent in Today’s Market There has been a lot of conversation lately about the role of real estate agents and whether they are still necessary. With so much information available online, it is easy to assume the process has become simple enough to manage without professional guidance. From the outside, it can look that way. What most people do not see is everything that
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First-time Home Buyers in 2026

By Julie Hesselmann - January 26, 2026
What First-Time Buyers Should Know Heading into 2026 According to a recent article published by the National Association of REALTORS®, several U.S. markets are expected to stand out in 2026 for first-time homebuyers, based on factors such as affordability, job growth, and overall market conditions. While national headlines often focus on rising home prices, first-time buyers shouldn’t assume hom
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Selling a Home

By Julie Hesselmann - January 19, 2026
Selling a home involves important decisions and a lot of moving parts. With a clear understanding of the process and the guidance of a REALTOR®, sellers can move forward with confidence and navigate each step in a thoughtful, organized way. In many areas of life, we rely on professionals to help us make informed decisions. We turn to doctors for health concerns, accountants for tax matters, and a
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Buying a Home

By Julie Hesselmann - January 12, 2026
Buying a home could be the biggest financial decision you make in a lifetime. The process may feel daunting and complex, but with a general understanding of what to expect and the valuable guidance of a REALTOR®, your journey to home ownership can be an enjoyable and streamlined experience. It’s important to have experts to guide you through significant life events. When you experience a serious
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8 Tips for Selling Your Home in Winter

By Julie Hesselmann - December 18, 2025
8 Tips for Selling Your Home in Winter The months of December through February see less robust real estate activity in many areas due to the holidays and the cold weather, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. But if you need to sell your home during winter, you can capitalize on certain advantages that seasonal selling provides. For one thing, winter buyers are typically motivated,
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