Monthly Archives: June 2025
Real Estate Myth Busters: Do You Really Need Granite Countertops to Sell Your Home?
Real Estate Myth Busters: Do You Really Need Granite Countertops to Sell Your Home? We’ve all seen the shows—the dramatic kitchen makeovers, the gleaming quartz islands, the barn doors that slide oh-so-smoothly, and the perfect shade of greige on the walls. If you’re selling a home, it’s easy to start thinking you must have granite... Read More
How to make your offer for a home stand out from everyone else’s
How to make your offer for a home stand out from everyone else’s By Khristopher J. Brooks May 15, 2025 A nationwide shortage of listings has created intense competition among buyers — many of whom will be submitting offers to purchase the same small pool of properties in a given community. It’s commonplace for homebuyers to... Read More
Baby Boomers: Your Move, Your Pace
Baby Boomers: Your Move, Your Pace….. 🧭 Baby Boomers: Your Move, Your Pace – With a Plan That Works Thinking of selling—but not in a rush? You’re not alone. Many Baby Boomers today are exploring moves—downsizing, relocating, simplifying—but want to do so on their own timeline, with intention and clarity. At Rooted Realty Group, we... Read More
Market Update
The Market is Moving – Kearney Update 6/16/25 The Market Is Moving — Here’s What Sellers Need to Know There’s a persistent myth that real estate market is slowing—but the detailed numbers from Kearney paint a different and more nuanced picture. While higher-end listings may linger, the median-priced segment remains resilient, mimicking the pace of... Read More
Think You Need 20% Down?
Thinking You Need 20% Down? 💰 Think You Need 20% Down? Think Again! Here’s the Real Truth About Home Financing in Today’s Market When most people start thinking about buying a home, the phrase “20% down” often pops into their heads. It’s one of the most common real estate myths—and for many, it’s a major... Read More
Why a Mission and Vision Matter – And How Rooted Realty Group Lives It Out
In real estate, success is often measured by transactions, sales volume, or flashy headlines. But at Rooted Realty Group, we believe our true success lies in something much deeper—our mission, our vision, and how we live those values every day. These are not just words on a wall; they are the framework of who we are and how we serve. Read More
Why Pricing your Home Right From the Start Matters More Thank Ever in Today’s Market
In the fast-evolving real estate landscape, especially here in Central Nebraska, accurate home pricing isn’t just important—it’s essential. As online platforms and AI-powered search algorithms continue to make property data more accessible, buyers are smarter, faster, and more informed than ever. That’s why at Rooted Realty Group, we emphasize one key principle from the start: Price it right or risk missing your window. Read More
Why Waiting for Sub-5% Mortgage Rates May Cost You More
Why Waiting for Sub-5% Mortgage Rates May Cost You More 🏡📈 It’s tempting to think the best strategy is to wait—wait for interest rates to drop, wait for the perfect listing, wait for “the right time.” But in today’s real estate market, especially here in Central Nebraska, waiting could cost you far more than you... Read More