Date Archives: September 2020

At Cressy & Everett Real Estate, our real estate agents are working overtime to help home buyers take advantage of the unique opportunities offered by today's market. We've introduced a wide range of virtual tools to make house-hunting easier while limiting face-to-face contact.

And after a brief lull, buyers like you are back in action and looking for South Bend homes for sale. Not too long ago, buyers and sellers alike were expecting a rocky market. But there's no need to wait for a broader economic recovery before you buy: Sellers are moving forward with their plans, and the best thing most buyers can do right now is join them.

Many buyers in Indiana are finding the homes of their dreams. You can be one of them.

So, what changed? In short, everyone in the real estate market is doing their best to adapt to the new reality, and the results benefit everybody. Dire predictions of a housing market crash have been avoided. With the right advice, buyers are flourishing. That's especially true for first-time buyers!

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Dance provides a great number of benefits, including exercise, socialization, and discipline. Best of all, it's fun! Whether you're someone who's been inspired by a TV show like "Dancing with the Stars," a parent whose child has been begging to learn how to dance, or an adult looking to brush up on their long-lost dance skills, a studio is available for nearly every need and interest.

Our real estate agents suggest the following dance studios located in the South Bend IN/Michiana area:

• Dancehipology – 121 S. Niles Ave., South Bend IN 46617
  Dancehipology, owned by professional ballroom dance instructor Velvet Canada Matthews, is located in the downtown area near many South Bend homes for sale. The studio offers a wide variety of classes tailored to every skill level in group and private options. And if you're getting married and want to make sure you can look good dancing for your special event, Dancehipology can help you choose a song, edit the music, and teach your preferred dance to your wedding party.

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Our real estate agents have seen many home trends come and go, but one thing that's always high up on buyers' lists when they're looking at South Bend homes for sale is getting as much square footage as their budget allows. There are lots of reasons buyers are looking for all that extra space, so make sure to highlight all your home has to offer.

• More space for family. One of the biggest reasons people decide to start looking for a house in the first place is because their family is growing. New babies, growing children, and blended families all can mean a need for more space.

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Waterfront living is one of the most desirable features of properties around the world. Many men and women are simply draw to the waterside, opting to lay down roots or purchase a second home with a waterfront setting. In fact, our real estate agents have noticed that many South Bend homes for sale buyers and sellers are often interested in exploring waterfront property opportunities around Lake Michigan in places like St. Joseph, Michigan. If you're wondering if waterfront living is right for you, here are a few reasons why homeowners love living by the water.

• The Pros Usually Far Outweigh the Cons
  No matter who you ask, it's likely that they'll always end any complaint for living by the water with more reasons why they love the location despite any relevant problems. Waterfront property is one of the most desirable property types, whether it's oceanside or lakeside. Even if some properties require certain maintenance chores or small lifestyle changes, many homeowners continue to claim that nothing beats waterfront living.

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