Indianapolis Real Estate Podcast with the Evelo Team The Evelo Team

We have some exciting news to share with you. We are partnering with the Boys and Girls Club to help our local food pantries. Selling in the Indianapolis area? Get a free home value report  Purchasing in the Indianapolis area? Click here for full MLS access We are very excited to announce our partnership with the Indianapolis Boys and Girls Club of America. Right now, I’m standing next to a full pantry. Unfortunately, this is not the common scene many of these boys and girls in this local organization experience. So today, we are asking for your help. We want to fill these pantries, so we have partnered with the Boys and Girls Club to collect donations at our office to provide them with. We are located at 8555 River Road, and you can drop non-perishable items off until October 7th. “ We are located at 8555 River Road. ” If you are outside of Indiana, can you do us a favor? Reach out to one of your local food pantries and help them fill up as the holiday season approaches. Every little bit helps. You should have received your invite already, but we wanted to remind you about our Fall Festival coming up. On October 8th, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Spencer Farm in Noblesville, we’ll have hot dogs, s'mores, and hayrack rides for you and the entire family. Check out our Facebook page for more details and to get the link to RSVP if you haven’t yet. We want to make sure we have enough s'mores! If you have any other questions for us, don’t hesitate to reach out. Give us a call or send us an email any time. We look forward to hearing from you.

Selling in the Indianapolis area? Get a free home value report  Purchasing in the Indianapolis area? Click here for full MLS access We’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to handle multiple offers from a seller’s vantage point. Here are the four most common questions for sellers to consider: 1. Is the highest offer the best one? Not always. There are many other factors besides price to consider when selecting an offer. Does the buyer’s timeline work with your own? Do you want to keep your washer, dryer, and refrigerator? The first offer might usually be the best, but the first price isn’t necessarily the best price. You can negotiate the price to where you need it to be. 2. What should I consider when accepting an offer? Price, possession, and amenities are the three biggest things to pay attention to when selecting an offer. For example, maybe the buyer wants to take possession two weeks before you are scheduled to move. That might not be the best offer for you to accept. "Cash is king 99% of the time." 3. Is a cash offer better than a mortgage offer? Cash is king 99% of the time. When you accept a cash offer, you are not required to do an appraisal on the property. With multiple offers, you may be able to drive the price above asking. However, if you accept a mortgage offer, you need to do an appraisal, and the home may not appraise. Ultimately, cash offers allow you to close on the property without worrying about some of the contingencies that come with a financed offer. 4. How can a qualified professional help me select the best offer? We will sit down with you and compare each offer in order to find the best one for you and your family. If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!

Selling in the Indianapolis area? Get a free home value report  Purchasing in the Indianapolis area? Click here for full MLS access We have a few questions to answer today, all relating back to managing multiple offer situations from a buyer’s standpoint. Should you wait for other offers before making one? We advise against this, because you should submit your offer as soon as possible. Our marketplace is competitive due to low inventory. It’s easy for a home to sell quickly, even in under 24 hours. You should dodge multiple offer situations whenever you can. It can drive up the price quickly. Additionally, ask for a limited time frame of acceptance. Ask your agent for a recommendation of an appropriate time frame. This urges the seller to accept or decline your offer in a specific amount of time. If there’s already an offer, should I still make one? If you like the house enough, submit an offer. However, you need to use two strategies. First, write off highest and best number. If this offer is then rejected, you’ll already know you put your best foot forward already. Second, get pre-approved ahead of time. This shows the seller you’ve consulted a lender to make this major financial decision. How can my offer stand out? Avoid contingencies at all costs. For instance, if you’re dedicated to a property, you might want to pick up some fees as the buyer. You can protect yourself while reducing contingencies for the seller. As always, if you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in the surrounding Indianapolis area, reach out by phone or email. We’d be happy to answer any questions you might have and possibly turn one into a future video! Talk to you soon.

Selling in the Indianapolis area? Get a free home value report  Purchasing in the Indianapolis area? Click here for full MLS access Oftentimes, first-time home buyers and current rental tenants ask us whether they should consider buying or renting. There are a few reasons why buying is better than renting, especially in the surrounding Indianapolis region. Pride of homeownership: It’s the American dream and what everyone strives for. If you get approved for a loan, now is the best time to make the transition. Mortgage interest deductions: You can take your mortgage interest and deduct that from your taxes. If you’re renting, you’ll only receive the standard $1,500 deduction. Your credit score: Everybody knows how important credit scores are! It helps you buy anything you want. Owning a home and paying your mortgage on time can increase your credit score. Rising rents: The country faces increasing monthly rent payments everywhere. Instead of paying rent, you can be investing in your own property. If you’re thinking about buying in the local marketplace, give us a call or send us an email! We’d be happy to work with you and answer any real estate questions you might have.

Selling in the Indianapolis area? Get a free home value report  Purchasing in the Indianapolis area? Click here for full MLS access Today we’re coming at you with three simple tips to prepare your home for sale in this selling market. We want you to be ready should you decide to sell your home. Here are our three steps: 1. Declutter your home The last impression you want to give to buyers is that you’re a hoarder. Start decluttering every nook and cranny of your home, including your closets, garage, and pantry. Everything needs to look as neat and clean as possible. 2. Think about your curb appeal When people first drive up to your home, what impression do they get? If you have fresh mulch, new plants, and a tidy yard, buyers will be more drawn to your home. 3. Fix broken things The first thing a buyer is going to do after their offer is accepted is order a home inspection. If you are proactive and get a pre-listing inspection, you have the opportunity to fix these problems before they even show up. If you fix these broken things before you list, there will be fewer items on the inspection and less room for the buyer to negotiate. This leads to a smoother closing. If you have any questions, give us a call or send us an email. We would love to hear from you!

Selling in the Indianapolis area? Get a free home value report   Purchasing in the Indianapolis area? Click here for full MLS access Many people might not realize it, but the spring market is already in full-swing in Indianapolis real estate. According to a graph on Historic Sales by Year, the data reveals most sellers list between February and April. Then, homes sell within thirty days and close between March and June. Oftentimes, sellers think they should wait until it warms up to act. “ Now is the time to sell! ” However, February 1st kicks off the spring market! That’s crucial information. Although it’s still cold, the busiest selling season of the year has already started. February to May are the top-selling months of the year locally. If you want to list, and have not yet, you are missing the boat. There are statistics to prove it. Now is the time to sell if you want to avoid increased competition down the road!  Don’t let this happen to you! Don’t wait and let time fly by. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this season in Indianapolis, give us a call or email! Reach out to us at your earliest convenience. We’d be happy to hear from you!