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Winter PCS Orders: Buying or Selling Over the Holidays
Got orders with a winter report date? The holiday housing market is quieter but full of motivated buyers and sellers. Here’s how to buy or sell over the holidays and plan around closures and moving dates.
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Nicole Strom
REALTOR, Associate Broker, MRP, ABR #100085955
The Platinum Group, REALTORS®
6760 Corporate Drive, Ste 300
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919
(719) 922-0102
About
Nicole is an approachable and experienced full-time REALTOR® who is dedicated to providing exceptional service to her clients. As a retired Army military spouse, she understands the unique needs and challenges that relocating families may face when it comes to buying or selling a home. With her extensive knowledge and personal experience, Nicole is able to offer valuable insights and support throughout the entire real estate process.
Nicole holds a Bachelor Degree in Marketing, which gives her a solid foundation in effective strategies to market properties and reach potential buyers. She leverages her expertise to create compelling listings that highlight the unique features and selling points of her clients' homes. By utilizing the latest marketing techniques, Nicole ensures maximum exposure for her clients' properties, thus attracting the right buyers and achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients.
One of Nicole's passions is educating her clients. She firmly believes that well-informed clients make the best decisions. Nicole takes the time to patiently explain each step of the transaction process, empowering her clients to make confident and informed choices.
Nicole is committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the real estate industry. She actively seeks out and embraces the latest technologies to benefit her clients. From virtual reality tours to drone photography, Nicole harnesses the power of technology to provide her clients with a competitive edge. By utilizing advanced data analysis and other innovative resources, she ensures that her clients have access to the most cutting-edge solutions available in the real estate industry.
When she is not helping her clients achieve their real estate goals, Nicole enjoys staying active and exploring the great outdoors. She also believes in giving back to her community and dedicates her time to volunteering with local organizations that support military families and veterans.
If you are looking for a REALTOR® who is both approachable and professional, committed to excellence, armed with marketing expertise, passionate about educating clients and dedicated to utilizing the latest technologies, Nicole is the ideal choice.
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Why Builders May Be More Motivated To Sell Than Homeowners Pending home sales just dropped 11.3% compared to last year. But what if that slowdown could actually help you get a better deal on a brand-new home? Here's why that matters. When the market slows, homeowners and builders don't always react the same way. A homeowner who isn't getting the offers they want can decide to stay put and wait. But builders? They've already invested in houses they need to sell. And every completed home that sits unsold costs them money. That can make builders more motivated to negotiate. And the numbers prove they're already making moves. According to the National Association of Home Builders, 65% of builders are offering incentives, and 43% are cutting prices. The typical reduction? 6%. For buyers, that could mean serious savings. Think lower prices, help with closing costs, or even a better mortgage rate. And the biggest opportunities may be hiding in brand-new homes that are already built and waiting for buyers. So, before you rule out new construction, let’s see which builders in our area may be ready to negotiate.
Do you still pay mortgage insurance on your home? A new executive order could eventually change how and when it comes off. On October 22, an executive order was signed that directs FHFA to create a pilot program for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. The idea is to use automated home value estimates to check your equity periodically and cancel your mortgage insurance automatically once you have reached the required equity. No chasing paperwork, no paying for an appraisal. Quick refresher: mortgage insurance protects your lender, not you. It is usually required when you put less than 20% down, and it is generally not needed once you have 20% equity. The order also targets refinance costs by making a title insurance waiver program permanent for eligible refinances and waiving appraisals and some documentation for certain refinances. A few things to keep in mind: This does not change your loan today. The rules still have to be written. The owner’s title insurance you get when you buy a home is separate and still important. Not everyone agrees on the approach. Mortgage insurers have raised concerns about relying on automated value estimates. More on the other parts of this order coming soon.
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