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Industry Changes The real estate industry is undergoing significant transformations, with widespread changes initiated by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). These adjustments reflect the evolving landscape in which we operate, and they impact how we, as Realtors, engage with our clients. However, while the industry may be shifting, our unwavering commitment to our buyers and sellers remains the same. Our primary goal has always been—and will always be—to help people. We guide our clients through one of the most important decisions of their lives: buying or selling a home. This is more than just a transaction; it’s a partnership built on trust, expertise, and a shared goal of achieving the [...]

Interactive Touchscreen Premier Media chose Stapleton Realty for the placement of their innovative interactive touch screen because of our prime location in downtown Oconomowoc and our long-standing reputation in the industry. This collaboration underscores how technology is revolutionizing the real estate sector. In today's digital age, technology is playing a pivotal role in advancing the real estate industry. Interactive touch screens, virtual tours, and augmented reality tools are transforming the way properties are marketed and experienced. Potential buyers Save can now explore properties in immersive detail from anywhere in the world, making the home-buying process more efficient and engaging. At Stapleton Realty, we recognize the importance of integrating cutting-edge technology into [...]

According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable. However, it’s unlikely all 28 million Americans will accomplish that goal in the coming year. Experts project a total of around five million homes will be sold in 2023. Why is there such a big difference? It’s partly because there can be challenges to buying a home. In the same survey, when asked, “Which of the following are preventing you from pursuing homeownership at this time?”: 34% answered, “I don’t have enough saved for a [...]

Mortgage rates have been a hot topic in the housing market over the past 12 months. Compared to the beginning of 2022, rates have risen dramatically. Now they’re dropping, and that has to do with everything happening in the economy. Nadia Evangelou, Senior Economist and Director of Forecasting at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), explains it well by saying: “Mortgage rates dropped even further this week as two main factors affecting today’s mortgage market became more favorable. Inflation continued to ease while the Federal Reserve switched to a smaller interest rate hike. As a result, according to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.31% from 6.33% the previous week.” So, what does [...]