Statistics are boring sometimes, but they can give you a lot of useful information. I did stay awake in stats class in college!
One of the most important statistics when considering selling your home in Springfield is the current absorption rate. This is calculated in either months or weeks and tells how quickly homes on the market are selling. Keep in mind the absorption rate can vary by price range, sq. footage of your home, even by neighborhood.
Typically more than 26 weeks inventory of homes indicates a buyer's market. Less than 26 weeks inventory indicates a seller's market. Somewhere in the middle is a balanced market.
The absorption rate can give you an idea of how long it should take your home to sell if priced and marketed correctly. Of course there are exceptions but its a good starting point. Here is an example graph of the absorption rate for Springfield. 
If you would like for us to figure the absorption rate for your neighborhood in Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, or surrounding communities just give us a call. We're here to help.
As REALTORS we tend to work a lot of hours. There are always buyers to show properties, homes to list, homes to preview, websites to update, paperwork to do, marketing, meetings, training, and on and on.
However, you can't work all the time without getting burned out. Yesterday was nice so we decided to take a much needed day off and went to Silver Dollar City! Here is a video I took with my phone of the Power Keg roller coaster taking off. Sorry about the poor sound quailty but its still funny!
Heads up Springfield Misouri home buyers and sellers! The 1st time homeowners tax credit extension was signed into law this week and was extended to April 30, 2010. It was also expanded to include other homeowners too. To qualify for the new $6500 credit, you must have lived in the home for 5 of the last 8 years.
To see if you qualify and for more details see the graphic below from the National Association of REALTORS. When you are ready to start looking just give us a call at 417-631-7234 or visit our website at springfieldmissourihomesforsale.com
Staging a home can be a fearful experience for some sellers but it doesn't have to be! We are here to give you advise about staging your home; keep in mind we are not criticizing you decor or the way you live. Our job is to make your home the most appealing to a wide variety of home buyers. We sell a lot of Real Estate in Springfield Missouri and can help you sell your home quicker. Here is a list of tips to think about when staging your home:
1. Remember, the way you live in a home and the way you sell it, are two different things.
2. Buyers only know what they see, not "the way it's going to be".
3. Remember, less is more.
4. Staging can make the difference between a sale or no sale.
5. Depersonalize and de-clutter so buyers can visualize the home as their own.
6. The market is competitive so your listing needs to be number one!
7 . Make sure every room has its own "identity"
8. Staging prepares your home for a quicker sale and less stress in moving.
9. Staging doesn't cost anything. It just takes a little time and creativity.
10. We include our staging advise free of charge if you list your home with us!
No matter where you go in Springfield Missouri you can't escape the ubiquitous orange construction cones and road equipment. They're everywhere! James River and Hwy 65 intersection is being totally rebuilt and won't be finished for years. Hwy 65 between James River and I-44 is being widened to 6 lanes. National and James River is being upgraded to a diverging diamond intersection. I-44 & Glenstone, and on and on...
Police are cracking down on speeders in construction zones and I have noticed a lot of people being stopped lately because they ignore the speed limit signs. The bottom line is; unless you have an extra $250 you don't need, don't speed through construction zones!
Look at the bright side... When the construction is finished it will be much easier to get around town and in the mean time you can relax, slow down, and enjoy the view! Just remember to leave a few minutes early.
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Specializing in Springfield Missouri Real Estate including Ozark, Nixa, and surrounding areas. When you're ready to buy or sell a home in the Ozarks, call TeamKnowles first. Spouses selling houses!
The rugged Ozarks area of SW Missouri is one of the best-kept secrets in the country. The cost of living is low, schools are excellent and the people are friendly here. There are limitless outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, biking, hunting, and boating. Don't miss the Branson music and variety shows, Silver Dollar City, sports, shopping and loads of other fun things to do.
If you are thinking about buying or selling a home in the Ozarks, you've come to the right place. TeamKnowles with Keller Williams Realty is here to help you find a home or sell your property fast. We specialize in real estate in Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, and surrounding areas. We promise to show you only homes that meet your wishes; in locations you like and not waste your time showing you homes that don't meet your needs. We can show you any homes for sale listed on the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors MLS service no matter whom they are listed by! We can even set you up to automatically receive email updates when new properties that meet your needs are listed. You can use the powerful free search tools on our website to start your own search now or get in touch with us today to get started! We run our business with honesty and integrity and our #1 goal is to listen to our clients so we can find you the perfect home or sell your home quickly.
Best regards,
phone 417-631-7234
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Looking back on our summer, I'm amazed at how smoothly our transition went, thanks in large part to TeamKnowles and the Home Buyers Scouting Report website. After you gave me a tour of the city and helped me see the types of homes in various neighborhoods, I was able to view hundreds of homes on the website and narrow our search to just the few homes that you showed us. We started looking in May, closed on our home on July 31 and were settled and ready to start our new jobs on August 17. You were very professional and helpful throughout the whole process and made us feel welcome and right at home (quite literally) here in Springfield. We have a colleague applying for a position at MSU--we'll gladly recommend he get in touch with you.
Dianne Slattery
It was such a pleasure working with John & Betty Knowles who recently helped us sell our home. They came prepared with comps and marketing strategies, and positioned us well in the market by helping us set the right price. Considering today’s market, we were blessed that our home sold in just 2 months!
John & Betty have all the qualities that we feel define an excellent Realtor team: commitment, integrity, dedication, organization and professionalism. Their services were exemplary and they were very courteous, personable and easy to work with.
We would highly recommend Team Knowles’ services to anyone buying or selling a home.
Bob & Marilyn Barnum
My experience with Team Knowles has been remarkable. We listed our home for sale in July with Team Knowles and it sold in less than 10 days. Just amazing. Betty and John’s attention to detail is impeccable and made suggestions about property that we had not even considered. This shows their experience and commitment in the Ozarks area real estate market. They are most familiar with every detail a buyer or seller needs to be aware of when they enter into “the market”. I would recommend these folks to anyone looking to buy or sell property!
John Bailey
Rogersville, MO
We just wanted to thank Betty and John for all your hard work in helping us close on such short notice. I know you had to change your plans to come all the way to Willard a couple late nights to look at houses, then again during the day so we could actually see them! We are 100% satisfied with our new home and your service. You made our first home buying experience really stress-free; it’s not as bad as everyone says. Feel free to use us as a reference or if anyone has questions; I’ve already referred you to a couple of friends. Thanks again!
Jaren & Alicia
Willard, MO
Betty & John we very helpful in everything. They went out of their way to work with our daughter on purchasing our house. They helped our daughter understand and learn through the whole experience. If there is anyone looking to buy a home for their children in college I would recommend Betty & John very highly. It was very easy on us living 200 miles away.
Bud Finch
When Betty helped us find our house she made looking at a lot of different homes pleasant. She was very helpful in giving advice on what to look for. We would use Team Knowles and we tell anyone looking to call them. Thank you Team Knowles, you made our house hunting a breeze.
Kenny & Debi Newboles
Hello. My husband Jeff and I would like to take a moment to say thank you to our realtor Betty Knowles. Betty has done an outstanding job in assisting us with finding the perfect home. We are very excited about our new home. Thank you Betty and Keller Williams Realty for everything.
Jeff and Tonya Clark
Betty is completely trustworthy which is rare in our world today. She is very thorough and professional. I cannot say enough positive things about Betty. She is a true gem! :-)
Pattie Longan
I have known Betty Knowles to be a fine Christian woman, not only lovely in appearance but beautiful in her soul and her actions - trustworthy and honest, considerate and professional in her dealings with others. She has strong family ties and a solid background of support in good character. Betty would be my first choice of real estate agents when searching for a home in the Ozarks.
JoAn Cofer
Betty Knowles and her wonderful family have been personal friends with my wife and me for several years. Her Committed work ethic combined with her caring heart, honesty, and integrity makes Betty the kind of agent you are looking for. She will serve you the way she would want others to serve her. I highly recommend Betty!
Larry Jones
I have known Betty for many years and I would recommend her to anyone I know looking for a real estate agent. We have worked together, traveled together and sang together and attended church together so I would say I know her well. Betty is a woman with integrity and a wonderful character. She has very high standards and she is the type of person I would look for in a real estate agent. She will listen to you and do the best job she can for you. Your property and dreams for a home will be in good hands with Betty.
Traci Bodley
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