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Welcome to November, where locals are feverishly raking leaves, cleaning out garages, and squeezing in last-minute outdoor projects before the inevitable freezing temperatures and snow arrive for the season. As we head toward the end of the year, the real estate market continues to offer opportunities for buyers, sellers, and investors throughout our community.
This month, I'm sharing highlights from the West Fargo Lions Club's second fall vision screening at Osgood Elementary and a peek at our very fun and successful November Meat Raffle, along with practical advice for sellers, buyers, and homeowners alike. You'll find a roundup of small home projects worth finishing before year-end, tips for comparing mortgage options like a pro, and insights into how timing can impact a seller's negotiation strategy in today's market.
Whether you're planning a move, building wealth through real estate, or checking off a few last projects before the snow flies, I'm always happy to help. Reach out anytime for a tour, complimentary market analysis, or a conversation about your real estate goals as we wrap up another year.
♥ - Shari
West Fargo Lions Club - We Continue to Serve!
November is off to a busy start! Our members spent a morning at Osgood Elementary helping students see a little more clearly. We screened 415 students and identified 61 children who may benefit from a follow-up eye appointment. That's 61 opportunities to catch potential vision concerns early and help kids succeed both in and out of the classroom.
We also helped stock the school's snack cupboard because we know that good vision isn't the only thing students need to thrive. No child should have to focus on learning while hungry.
The fun continued at our November Meat Raffle at the Silver Dollar Bar, where members proudly posed with donated eyeglasses collected from the community. Those donated glasses help support Lions vision programs and around the world.
A special thank you goes to Infinite Skin for being our November Meat Raffle sponsor. Their sponsorship covered the cost of the meat prizes and helped make the evening extra special. Infinite Skin also generously donated spa services, beauty-themed goodie bags, and drink tickets that completed our popular Ladies Night Out Raffle. We are incredibly grateful for their support of the West Fargo Lions Club and the community initiatives we serve.
And speaking of prizes, our Holiday Cash Calendar Raffle is now on sale! Purchase a ticket to support West Fargo Lions community projects and you'll have the chance to win cash prizes every day throughout January. It's a fun way to give back while adding a little extra excitement to the new year.
Thank you to everyone who supports our mission through volunteering, attending events, sponsoring projects, and purchasing raffle tickets. Together, we're helping kids see better, helping families in need, and making our community stronger.
Interested in a Holiday Cash Calendar ticket? Reach out to me for details. They make great stocking suffers and we would love your support!
October Market Stats
If you've been wondering whether it's a good time to buy or sell, the answer is becoming clearer: we're seeing a healthier, more balanced market than we've had in several years.
Home VALUES continue to climb, with the average sales price reaching $376,003, up 4.3% from last year. That's encouraging news for homeowners considering a move and a reminder that real estate remains a strong long-term investment.
For SELLERS, homes are still selling, with over 4,100 closings year-to-date and sellers receiving an average of 96.2% of their original list price. The days of simply putting a sign in the yard and expecting multiple offers overnight may be behind us, but well-priced, well-presented homes continue to attract serious buyers.
For BUYERS, there's good news too. Inventory has increased to 4.78 months of supply, giving you more choices and a little more breathing room. While homes are taking longer to sell than they were a year ago, that often means more opportunities to negotiate, think through decisions, and find the right fit without feeling rushed.
What stands out most is that this market isn't strongly tilted toward buyers or sellers. It's becoming a market where strategy matters, pricing matters, and having good guidance matters.
Whether you’re planning a move this fall, next year or just keeping an eye on trends, I’m here to help you navigate with clarity, confidence, and guidance backed by 20 years of experience.
Curious what these numbers mean for your specific home buying or selling goals? Let's have a conversation.
Featured Listings
Looking for a new place to call home? Check out this month's featured listings!
Visit www.ShariZimbelman.com for a complete list of available homes and upcoming open houses!
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| Small Home Projects Worth Finishing Before the End of the Year | How to Compare Mortgage Options Like a Pro | How Timing Can Affect a Seller's Negotiation Strategy |
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SHARI ZIMBELMAN | REALTOR
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