We've put together a nice assortment of bite-sized pieces of real estate news, entertainment, and resources we think you're going to enjoy. (And maybe even learn a thing or two you never knew you wanted to know!) |
Here's a sneak peek at what we're chewing on this week: |
• Valentine's Coloring Contest ❤️ • As luck would have it… • If only my house had _________________. • Get this awesome app ⭐ • 6 funny ways for sellers to choose which buyer wins a bidding war |
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But first, let’s start it off with our... |
It doesn’t have to be Valentine’s Day (or even listed) for me to play matchmaker! Tell me what you’re dreaming of and I’ll start house-hunting on your behalf. 👀🏡💖 |
❤️🎨 Sellstate’s Valentine’s Coloring Page Contest - Your little artist's chance to WIN a RED HOT $25 Amazon Gift card!! |
Attention parents, kids, and anyone who still loves coloring outside the lines (we see you 👀): Sellstate is spreading the Valentine’s Day love with our Valentine’s Coloring Page Contest, and it’s time to grab the crayons, markers, glitter pens (parent discretion advised), and get creative! Register here. Download this official coloring page or pick one up at the Sellstate office. |
A 70-year-old man in Louisiana was fast asleep in his living room when a car suddenly crashed straight through his house… and landed on top of him. 😳🚗🏠 Miraculously, he was totally fine. So fine, in fact, that he asked the ambulance to make a quick pit stop so he could buy a lottery ticket — because clearly, it had to be his lucky day. 🍀🎟️ And here’s the twist: this wasn’t even the first time. His home has been hit by cars five different times since he’s lived there. Some people would call that unbelievably unlucky… but this guy? He’s choosing a full-glass, half-full, extra-optimistic approach to life. 😅🥛🍀 |
If only my house had _________________. |
It’s pretty common to walk around your home and think, “I’d be completely happy here… if it just had this one thing. Or that. Or maybe a few upgrades.” Most people try to sort those thoughts out by chatting with friends, family, or even tossing a few “what if” scenarios into ChatGPT. And while that can help, it can also start to feel a little overwhelming. If you’ve been having those same thoughts, you might enjoy an article we recently published that explains why bringing a real estate agent into the conversation earlier than most people do can actually make the whole process clearer — and a lot easier. |
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We get that question a lot, and we're always happy to answer it! But there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. That’s why this newsletter doesn’t include weekly stats or price updates. Besides, most people don’t care about real estate data until it actually matters to them. So instead of stats, we just try to keep this fun and entertaining. Curious about a specific house? Wonder what your place is worth? Or just want a quick market snapshot? Just hit reply and ask us! We're always glad to give you any information, thoughts, or data you want. (And of course, no obligation or pressure! We love any opportunity to talk about the market.) |
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6 funny ways for sellers to choose which buyer wins a bidding war |
Getting multiple offers on your home sounds like a dream scenario — and honestly, it kind of is. But it’s not always as simple as people imagine. Choosing which offer to accept can be surprisingly stressful, especially when the numbers are close and every option looks good. Sometimes, turning down great buyers is harder than saying yes to the one you pick. If you’ve ever been in a multiple-offer situation, hope to be someday, or are navigating one right now, you already know the pressure is real. Either way, this funny list of creative ways sellers could choose between buyers should at least give you a well-deserved laugh. 😅 |
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That wraps it up for this week's BYTES! |
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