I'm excited to say the activity is on the rise.  You may ask: What listing price are these homes and where?  Both of these homes are in Southlake and around the 500K price point.  I have to say also both homes were updated and NO BRASS!  It amazes me of the amount of listing appointments I go on and give advise as a professional that sees homes everyday and talks to my 7 Buyer Specialists who KNOW WHAT BUYERS WANT and when I give these items don't always seem to get done.  Price your home correctly.  BUYERS want a "de-brassed" home. BUYERS want granite. BUYERS want fresh neutral paint. BUYERS want wood floors.  BUYERS want stainless appliances.  BUYERS want updated master bathrooms.  BUYERS want to just move in, period.  Now, I know it may be tough times.…

Well... I'm excited that it is March 1st and we are getting busy.  We are seeing an increase in traffic.  I'm seeing homes in our market that are priced right and in great condition not lasting long.  You must be ready if you are a Buyer.  The good ones don't last long.  I STRONGLY advise the Buyers to realize we are not like other parts of the country that saw huge amounts of appreciation over the past several years when times were good.  Why is this important?  Most people here aren't getting rich when they sell and often are just covering their costs if they aren't losing money.  Homes here sell for what is currently FAIR MARKET VALUE.  Did you know most of our area (Northeast Tarrant County) the homes sell 96 - 98% of list price.  I have seen offers in…