Selling Up A Storm by Chris Storms

08/31/2026

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First.

Affordability is definitely a challenge, but that doesn’t mean tapping your 401(k) is your only way in if you want to buy.

If you're considering using your 401(k) savings for a down payment, weigh all your options and talk with a trusted financial advisor before you make any decisions. They’ll help you make a plan to fit your goals and your budget.

Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home.

08/30/2026

This metric tells us about the middle of the market in terms of price per square foot. It makes it easy to compare homes of different sizes.

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08/28/2026

Read some advice from the Property Brothers if you're thinking about buying or selling!

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HGTV hosts Jonathan and Drew Scott offer their expertise on buying in new construction, getting to know the neighborhood, staging for a quick sale and more.

08/28/2026

Backyard bash. Sunset appetizers. A grilling night with zero oven required. However you send summer off, make it count. Didn't receive my flyer this month with ideas? DM me and I'll send it your way.

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08/28/2026

Worried About a Housing Crash? The Numbers Tell a Calmer Story.

The rest of the world may feel unpredictable right now, but the housing market doesn't have to. Prices, inventory, and rates have all found solid ground.

If stability is what you've been waiting for, it's already here. Let’s connect if you want to talk through what that means for your move.

A recent survey from Talker Research asked Americans to pick one word to describe how 2026 has felt so far. The winner? Stressful. And honestly, there’s been a lot going on.

08/27/2026

Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They're At

Right now, sellers are flexible on the price in ways they weren't before. Let’s take advantage of that flexibility.

You may be surprised by what's available – and how willing today's sellers are to work with buyers.

You're scrolling through listings on your phone and everything looks good until you see the price (or the estimated monthly payment). Then you close the app.

08/26/2026

Back to school energy is creeping in, but you've still got time to soak up the season. Schedule one fun thing this week and watch your whole outlook shift. What's one thing you still want to do before fall hits?

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08/26/2026

Recharge mode: we want to know—where is your favorite spot to relax and recharge? Let's chat about it below!

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08/24/2026

August doesn't mean summer's over,; it just means you get a bonus round. Redefine it as a mindset, not a deadline, and squeeze in everything you haven't gotten to yet. And if a move is part of your fall plans, send me a message and let's map it out together.

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08/24/2026

Most Home Sales Close – Here’s How To Keep Yours on Track

Most home sales still close, and the biggest thing that could get in the way of yours is the one thing you can actually do something about.

With the right prep, your sale has every reason to make it to the finish. So, let’s connect and get your house sold.

Few things are as rattling as the thought of your home sale falling through at the last minute, right before closing. All that waiting, all that progress, out the window.