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“Does the Fed News Change Our Budget?” What to Discuss Before the Next Showing

Help buyers respond to Fed news by confirming a comfortable payment and comparing lender estimates before adjusting their home search.

Published on 09/16/2026

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Help a waiting buyer decide what to review after the Fed announcement—and when to reconnect.

When a buyer asks whether to wait for rates, use the conversation to agree on what comes next. These practical scripts help you identify what they want to learn, coordinate a focused lender review, and set a time to reconnect after the Fed announcement.

Published on 09/16/2026

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Renovate or Move? Five Questions to Help You Decide

Your home may need to change as your life does. These five questions can help you compare improving the place you have with finding a different one.

Published on 09/14/2026

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The Follow-Up That Gives a Quiet Buyer a Reason to Respond

A useful conversation starts with what the buyer told you (and one next step that feels manageable).

Published on 09/11/2026

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Price Reduction or Seller Credit? Start With the Buyer's Bottleneck

Two offers can give the seller a similar result while solving very different problems for the buyer.

Published on 09/10/2026

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Need More Space? Start With the House You Already Have

Love where you live but need more room? Explore an addition, finished space, or ADU—and see how your project’s scope and timing can help shape a conversation about HELOC financing.

Published on 09/10/2026

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Before Fall Repairs Become Winter Problems: Make a Home Project Plan

A seasonal walk-through can help you catch small problems, prioritize repairs, and build a budget for the improvements that matter most before winter.

Published on 09/09/2026

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Before the Next Showing: Refresh the Buyer's Numbers

When a buyer returns to the home search, a quick conversation with their lender can help confirm that their budget, available funds, and financing still fit their plans.

Published on 09/09/2026

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Your Buyer Is Waiting for Lower Rates. What Are They Really Waiting For?

A better follow-up starts with understanding what would make your buyer comfortable moving forward.

Published on 09/08/2026