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Opportunity Sometimes Doesn’t Look Like Opportunity
Today's MO Real Estate market has many buyers waiting on the side line. They are cautious, concerned, unable to make timely decisions, and uncertain how to approach the potential that may be in front of them.  We are frequently approached with the "what if" questions that is associated with fear.  Such as "what if housing prices fall more", "what if the seller won't lower their price", and "what if my house doesnt sell so I can move"?  These are all understandable questions, however, no one can predict the future...sometimes I wish I could.  But, what I do know is that what we have before us looks concerning in the real estate market but what I really see is great opportunity.  Here are the positives in the current real estate market:
Home prices are dropping...means more affordable housing
Interest rates are lower than ever...for those of you who bought a house in the 1980's you know exactly what I mean
Reasonable Financing Options
New Construction offering huge discounts and incentives
Homes are more detailed and prepped for showings...sometimes that means the home is better maintained
Selling your home for less means you will also buy your next home for less as well
Here is another set of "what if's" to ... more

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