July 2021

Found 5 blog entries for July 2021.

Whether there's a pandemic or not, these luxurious homes continue to sell.

Here are the 5 most expensive homes sold and listed in the MLS in 2020.

 

#5

Sales Price: $2,300,000

22814 Hascall Street
Omaha, NE 68022

5 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
8,914 Square Feet

Located in The Sanctuary

Description: Modern luxury meets timeless style. Resortlike amenities & magnificent views make this an Omaha showpiece. Anchored in The Sanctuary, & nestled among rolling hills, this home is more than luxury. Nearly 9,000 sqft of high-end living space w/soaring ceilings, windowed walls & an open & spacious gourmet kitchen w/marble backdrop & marble countertops. 3 story grand winding staircase. On 2 large lots w/5 bedrms, 7 baths, & 5 car heated garage.

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Here's a look at how much luxury homes are selling for in the past 6 months.

These are the 5 most expensive homes sold and listed in the MLS from January to June of 2021.

 

#5

Sales Price: $1,450,000

164 S 243 Street
Waterloo, NE 68069

5 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
5,091 Square Feet

Located in West Shores

This is lakeside living at its finest!

Listed by Julie Dunbar

 

#4

Sales Price: $1,560,000

9867 Old Post Lane
Omaha, NE 68142

4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
3,420 Square Feet

UNICORN ACREAGE LISTING – WASHINGTON COUNTY – HIGHWAY FRONTAGE – FANTASTIC LOCATION – 75 TOTAL ACRES. Seller prefers to sell the entire 75 acres m/l. However there are two parcels within the 75 acres that are plotted out at 5 acres and another

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Kids love splash pads. And as a father of a two-year-old, I've become familiar with several of the splash pads in the area.

Most splash pads (also known as spray pools or spraygrounds) are found in public parks. About 10 years ago, I'm not sure if there was a single public splash pad in the area, but times have changed.

Splash pads have little or no standing water so that helps eliminate the need for lifeguards or other supervision. Water spray grounds have distinct advantages over swimming pools in that they are cost-effective and low maintenance, and water-play activities extend well beyond normal pool season.

Here's a list of spray grounds available in the City of Omaha


Benson Park (7002 Military Ave.)
A padded area that is decorated with

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As we ease into new routines and look forward to a post-pandemic future, one thing remains certain: America desperately needs more homes. That is according to the June 2021 data released by the Great Plains Regional MLS.

School’s out, and as vaccination rates rise and America enters a new normal, the U.S. housing market continues along at a frenzied pace, with low interest rates and limited inventory fueling record high sales prices. Eager buyers are making multiple offers, some for well over asking price, while others are making offers on homes sight unseen.

The Bottom line:

The increase in sales prices comes with a slight decline in existing home sales nationwide, as homebuyers struggle with declining affordability amid a lack of inventory,

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Buying a home without an inspection is becoming more and more common in this hot seller's market. It's great if you are a seller, but it's a gamble if you are a buyer.

In this video, I explain the risks associated with buying a home without a home inspection. But, I also address some of the ways you can limit that risk.

And if you are willing to skip a home inspection, there are a few scenarios where it can work in your favor.

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