Central Illinois Market Update For May 2018

The latest numbers are in for Central Illinois real estate. Here are some of the important things that changed over the last year.

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I’m here today to give you a Central Illinois market update for the month of May. I took a look at the numbers and compared them to those from May 2017, and here’s what I found:

• Home sales are up by 9.3%.
• The average sale price is down by 8.8%.
• The days on market stayed the same.
• The inventory also stayed the same.

Home sales are up by 9.3%.

In addition, we saved our sellers 2.43% over the average that was listed on the MLS, which equated to an extra $3,645 in their pockets on average. 

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Central Illinois or know somebody else who is, don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email. We would love to hear from you soon.

Were You Our Lucky Winner?

The results of our recent giveaway are in, and I’m coming to you from Good’s Furniture to announce our lucky winner.

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Today, I’m coming to you from Good’s Furniture to announce the winner of our recent giveaway. To help me announce the results, I’m joined by special guest and Goods Furniture owner Tim Druessel.

Also featured in today’s video is another very special guest, who happens to be today’s lucky winner.

So, without further ado, I’m excited to announce the winner of our $2,500 furniture giveaway: Jill Applebee! Congratulations, Jill!

I want to thank everyone who listened to us on 95Q and entered. I also want to encourage you to keep your eye on my team’s website, www.glendawilliamson.com, because we’ll be holding more great giveaways in the future.

As always, if you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give me a call or send me an email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

6 Moving Hacks to Make Your Move Smooth

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If you’ve just bought or sold a house, congratulations! Now, of course, comes the moving part. Here are some of our best tips to make the moving process as smooth as possible for you. 

1. Purge your stuff!

Now that you have to move your things, this is the perfect time to decide if you need to keep or get rid of certain items. Your move will be easier and your life will be less cluttered. 

2. Create a schedule

Plan ahead! You'll need to organize your moving team, when to clean out cupboards and the fridge, and also delegate when you can move certain items. For instance, out-of-season clothes can go right away and you don't have to wait for moving day.

Reserve a day for admin tasks. These tasks include changing your address and updating any subscriptions, bank accounts, and cable and utility bills that are necessary!
Also at this time, make it easy on yourself and arrange for a donation center to pick up all your purged items!

3.Plastic wrap your draws- and keep everything inside

Unless your dresser is filled with bricks, use plastic wrap to your advantage. When you get into your new home, everything will already be in its place!

4. Make a packing supplies box

Keep all your necessary supplies in one place! Don't lose your mind because you can't find the tape!

Supplies to keep in this box are:

• Packing tape
• Sharpies
• Labels
• Scissors
• Trash bags
• Ziplock bags
• Rubberbands or Zip ties

5. Number Or color code your boxes

Devise a color or number system for where boxes belong. You can also use the system to distinguish what needs to be unpacked first and what can wait  until you are a little more settled.


6. Pack A first-night box

Most people don't think to pack a first-night box, but this is important, especially if you have kids! If you don't want to rummage around looking for pajamas, designate a box that will have a day or two's worth of necessities in it! 

Items to include:

• Toilet paper
• Hand soap
• Bedding
• Pajamas
• Toothbrushes
• Chargers
• Medications and toiletries
• Paper towels
• Snacks

If you have any other questions about how to make your move easier or you have any other real estate needs, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'd be happy to help you.