Thank You For Our Best Year Ever

en-usDecember 21, 2017

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

What was the main topic of the podcast episode?

Summarise the key points discussed in the episode?

Were there any notable quotes or insights from the speakers?

Which popular books were mentioned in this episode?

Were there any points particularly controversial or thought-provoking discussed in the episode?

Were any current events or trending topics addressed in the episode?

What was the main topic of the podcast episode?

Summarise the key points discussed in the episode?

Were there any notable quotes or insights from the speakers?

Which popular books were mentioned in this episode?

Were there any points particularly controversial or thought-provoking discussed in the episode?

Were any current events or trending topics addressed in the episode?

About this Episode

Merry Christmas and happy New Year to you from Glenda Williamson Realty!

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

The holiday season has officially arrived. We hope you enjoy this wonderful time of year and make some fantastic memories with your family and friends.

We just wanted to take a moment to thank you for making this our best year yet. We love helping people make their real estate dreams come true, so thank you for working with us.

This may be a busy time of year, but we are always here to help you and answer any questions you may have.

And in case we don’t hear from you, have a happy New Year!

Recent Episodes from Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

Check Out Our New Website

Where can you find the most accurate information about homes for sale on the market? Look no further.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

Over the past six months, I’ve been developing a brand-new website. I got tired of people searching for and finding great properties only to later find out that they were already sold.

Our website is going to clear all that up and we’re excited for you to see it. You can check it out here. You can search for homes, check your home’s value, and more. All the information on here is accurate and up to date.

In the meantime, if you have any questions or are looking to buy or sell a home, don’t hesitate to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usDecember 10, 2018

2018 Halloween Events in Decatur

Looking for some fun, Halloween-themed events in Decatur? Look no further.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

There are many exciting things happening in the Decatur area this Halloween season. Whether it’s at the pumpkin patch, at the zoo, or in your own neighborhood, here’s a list of some great Halloween events in the area for you and your family to enjoy in the coming week. We’ve also provided some links where you can learn more about these spooky events:

1. Halloween Hoopla at the Decatur Children’s Museum.

2. Boo at the Zoo at Scovill Zoo.

3. SHC Halloween in the Halls at Millikin University.

4. The Great Pumpkin Patch just south of Arthur.

If you have any questions for us in the meantime, or if you or someone you know has any real estate needs that we can assist with, don’t hesitate to reach out and give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon! Happy Halloween!

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usSeptember 10, 2018

Community Spotlight: The ArtFarm

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

Before The ArtFarm opened in January 2018, owner Peggy Baity showcased local artistic talents in pop-up markets. Now a gallery, it is home to not only local artwork and goods, but also workshops teaching pottery, painting, and jewelry making. The ArtFarm even showcases a different artist each month as part of the 11-1 ANKROM Gallery, which can be seen during normal business hours or during the local gallery walk held the first Friday of each month from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. To learn more about The ArtFarm, watch this short video.

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usAugust 03, 2018

Central Illinois Market Update For May 2018

The latest numbers are in for Central Illinois real estate. Here are some of the important things that changed over the last year.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

I’m here today to give you a Central Illinois market update for the month of May. I took a look at the numbers and compared them to those from May 2017, and here’s what I found:

Home sales are up by 9.3%.
The average sale price is down by 8.8%.
The days on market stayed the same.
The inventory also stayed the same.

Home sales are up by 9.3%.

In addition, we saved our sellers 2.43% over the average that was listed on the MLS, which equated to an extra $3,645 in their pockets on average.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Central Illinois or know somebody else who is, don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email. We would love to hear from you soon.

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usJune 15, 2018

Were You Our Lucky Winner?

The results of our recent giveaway are in, and I’m coming to you from Good’s Furniture to announce our lucky winner.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

Today, I’m coming to you from Good’s Furniture to announce the winner of our recent giveaway. To help me announce the results, I’m joined by special guest and Goods Furniture owner Tim Druessel.

Also featured in today’s video is another very special guest, who happens to be today’s lucky winner.

So, without further ado, I’m excited to announce the winner of our $2,500 furniture giveaway: Jill Applebee! Congratulations, Jill!

I want to thank everyone who listened to us on 95Q and entered. I also want to encourage you to keep your eye on my team’s website, www.glendawilliamson.com, because we’ll be holding more great giveaways in the future.

As always, if you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usMarch 27, 2018

6 Moving Hacks to Make Your Move Smooth

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

If you’ve just bought or sold a house, congratulations! Now, of course, comes the moving part. Here are some of our best tips to make the moving process as smooth as possible for you.

1. Purge your stuff!

Now that you have to move your things, this is the perfect time to decide if you need to keep or get rid of certain items. Your move will be easier and your life will be less cluttered.

2. Create a schedule

Plan ahead! You'll need to organize your moving team, when to clean out cupboards and the fridge, and also delegate when you can move certain items. For instance, out-of-season clothes can go right away and you don't have to wait for moving day.

Reserve a day for admin tasks. These tasks include changing your address and updating any subscriptions, bank accounts, and cable and utility bills that are necessary!
Also at this time, make it easy on yourself and arrange for a donation center to pick up all your purged items!

3.Plastic wrap your draws- and keep everything inside

Unless your dresser is filled with bricks, use plastic wrap to your advantage. When you get into your new home, everything will already be in its place!

4. Make a packing supplies box

Keep all your necessary supplies in one place! Don't lose your mind because you can't find the tape!

Supplies to keep in this box are:

Packing tape
Sharpies
Labels
Scissors
Trash bags
Ziplock bags
Rubberbands or Zip ties

5. Number Or color code your boxes

Devise a color or number system for where boxes belong. You can also use the system to distinguish what needs to be unpacked first and what can wait until you are a little more settled.

6. Pack A first-night box

Most people don't think to pack a first-night box, but this is important, especially if you have kids! If you don't want to rummage around looking for pajamas, designate a box that will have a day or two's worth of necessities in it!

Items to include:

Toilet paper
Hand soap
Bedding
Pajamas
Toothbrushes
Chargers
Medications and toiletries
Paper towels
Snacks

If you have any other questions about how to make your move easier or you have any other real estate needs, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'd be happy to help you.

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usFebruary 22, 2018

Thank You For Our Best Year Ever

Merry Christmas and happy New Year to you from Glenda Williamson Realty!

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usDecember 21, 2017

Our August Market Update Is Hot off the Presses

The latest numbers from our market are in, and they’re hot off the presses. As it turns out, August of 2017 was the best month we’ve seen in over six years.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

The numbers for our August market are hot off the presses, and I’m here to share them with you today.

These statistics are a great indicator of where our market is and where it’s headed. Locally, this August was the best month we’ve seen in over six years.

With 160 houses selling this August, we’ve seen a 24% growth from the number of homes that sold in August of 2016. The number of total home sales this year, up until the end of August, is now nearly even to what we saw last year, thanks to this boost.

Between January and August of this year, a total of 887 homes were sold. In 2016 during that same time, the number of sold homes was 886.

Houses are also selling faster this year than they were in 2016. In fact, the current average for days on market is 83, which is 30% less than the average a year ago.

There is one small piece of news that isn’t so good, which is that the average sale price is down by 8%.

This August was the best month we’ve seen in over six years.

Nevertheless, our market is mostly seeing positive trends. We are in a balanced market when it comes to price ranges below $250,000. This means that there is an equal number of buyers and sellers.

However, price points above $250,000 are still seeing a buyer’s market.

For further information on our current market, you can reference this chart.

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usSeptember 13, 2017

Home Buying 101

Buying a home is a big decision. Thankfully, agents like Amanda and I are here to help.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

Recently I was joined by Amanda Keys, a great agent on our team, to talk about what’s happening in our market.

Amanda told me she has noticed homes have been selling very quickly recently. Homes are moving so fast that if you stop to think about whether to buy, you might miss out.

The saying, "If you choose to sleep on it, you may not sleep in it," really applies here. So, what happens when a buyer is afraid they might be making the wrong decision, even when they find a home they love?

If you choose to sleep on it, you may not sleep in it.

That very hesitation is where inspections come in handy. Having a professional thoroughly go over the condition of a home means that any potential issues can be uncovered and taken care of.

As agents, it’s our job to make sure that buyers are comfortable throughout the process.

We understand that buying a house is a big decision. Oftentimes, it’s the biggest investment a person will make in their life.

We want to help you make a wise decision, so that you can find and buy the home of your dreams.

So if you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usJuly 17, 2017

Expert Home Selling Lawn and Landscape Tips

Whether you're selling your house or not, the lawn and landscaping play a huge role in your home's curb appeal. Today I'm joined by an expert for some tips on sprucing it up.

Looking to sell your Central Illinois Home? Get a FREE home value report

Looking to buy a Central Illinois Home? Search all homes for sale

Your yard makes up a big part of your home's exterior appeal whether you're selling or not, so it's important to keep it beautiful. To help me give some tips on the best ways to do this, I've invited Kevin McSherry of From the Ground Up Landscapes to join me today.

When you are selling your home, the yard always creates that valuable first impression on buyers. For some, it will even determine whether they want to see it after driving by.

As Kevin says, start with the obvious staples and make sure your lawn is mowed and trimmed on a regular basis while your house is for sale. If you have mulch, apply a brand new layer to make it look fresh and get rid of all weeds in landscape beds. Trim any plants as well.

Perennial flowers are becoming more popular than annuals that have to be planted each year.

Most of the work that Kevin and his team do is taking out older landscaping and starting fresh. It's easier and less expensive for homeowners than starting from scratch. One of the most popular things they do is planting permanent flowers for homeowners who are sick of planting annuals every year. They can even space out planting these perennials through the seasons so that something is always in bloom.

They also specialize in low-maintenance landscaping. Kevin says his team does more and more stone instead of mulch because homeowners grow tired of adding new mulch every year.

If you have any questions for Kevin about lawn maintenance, you need some tips, or you're looking to update your landscaping, you can reach Kevin at 217-233-1310 or check out his website at FTGULandscapes.com.

As always, feel free to give me a call or send me an email if you have any questions about the Central Illinois real estate market or you're thinking of buying or selling a home. I'm here to help!

Central Illinois Real Estate Podcast

en-usJuly 03, 2017

Ask this episode Anything

What was the main topic of the podcast episode?

Summarise the key points discussed in the episode?

Were there any notable quotes or insights from the speakers?

Which popular books were mentioned in this episode?

Were there any points particularly controversial or thought-provoking discussed in the episode?

Were any current events or trending topics addressed in the episode?