Whiteboard Topics: Predicting the Fall Real Estate Market

If you’re preparing to sell your lake home, it’s natural to wonder how the market will be doing this Fall. Although COVID-19 has left the market’s future more uncertain, some reliable predictions still exist. Lake Homes CEO, Glenn Phillips, shares five things to consider when predicting the Fall real estate market

  • Stimulus checks, the PPP program, and other initiatives have created an artificial economy that will likely continue through the Fall 
  • A high demand for lake houses has persisted throughout the pandemic 
  • Despite the demand, there’s a housing shortage of appropriately priced inventory for lake homes 
  • Consumers’ fear of uncertainty means they are not willing to overpay for homes 
  • As stimulus money fades later in the year, an economic cliff is likely to happen when the true state of our economy becomes clearer.

If you’re buying or selling a lake home, it’s important to keep these Fall real estate market predictions in mind. As a national specialist in lake real estate, we’re here to help. Check out our website for more information.

Whiteboard Topics: How to Make Sure Your Offer Doesn’t Kill Your Transaction

When selling your lake home, you may think that taking the highest priced offer is the best choice. However, there’s an anomaly happening in the real estate market now. Lake Homes CEO, Glenn Phillips, explains why taking the highest and best offer can create some problems. 

Picture this: You put your lake home on the market at a reasonable price. You receive a high offer with a pre-approval letter. Then, the appraisal comes back short or the lender isn’t sure they’ll approve it. You’re back to square one. 

To avoid this scenario, get an appraisal yourself. It’ll help you negotiate and price your home appropriately. Further, if you get several potential buyers, consider more than the highest offer. Finally, find a lake agent who knows the market, is familiar with pricing, and can successfully sell your lake home.