According to the May 2021 data released by the Great Plains Regional MLS, the housing market shows no signs of slowing as the weather warms and pandemic restrictions ease across much of the country. Strong buyer demand, fueled by low mortgage rates, continues to exceed the near historic low supply.

 

The Bottom line:

Sales prices are surging as a result of the nationwide inventory falling way below what it was at this time last year. And this trend is likely to continue for some time.

Let’s take a look at some of the numbers from May 2021:

May 2021 Omaha Area Real Estate Statistics

Average Sold Price: $295,911 (Up 14.3% from May 2020)
Homes Sold: 1,355 (Up 5.4% from May 2020)
New Listings: 1,640(Down 13.5% from May 2020)
Pending

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The City of Omaha has 4 different dog parks. Here is a list and information about those parks.
Also, consider checking out the Omaha Dog Bar, a watering hole for dogs and their people, as well as Omaha's very first private off-leash dog park, Bark Park Omaha.

 

Dewey Dog Park
550 Turner Blvd.
Omaha, NE 68105

Open to the public from dawn to dusk.
10,000 sq. ft. dog park. Separate small dog and all dog areas. Includes dog agility obstacles, shaded seating, and water features.

 

Hefflinger Dog Park
112th Ave & Maple St
Omaha, NE 68197

Open to the public from dawn to dusk.
7 acres of play, separated into two sections. One 5 acre "all dog play." One 2 acre small dog play.

 

Hanscom Dog Park
3201 Woolworth Ave View
Omaha, NE 68105

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April was another strong month for home sales. That is according to the April 2021 data released by the Great Plains Regional MLS.

The busy spring market continues to see many multiple offer situations driving sales prices above asking price. With such strong activity, by the time a property sale closes, the market may have already moved higher than that sold price suggests. Such markets can create stress and frustration for prospective homebuyers, who are frequently having to submit offers on multiple properties before they are able to secure a purchase.

 

The Bottom line:

Housing affordability remains an issue while strong buyer demand and low inventory show no signs of easing soon. And this market trend is pointing to a continuation through

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According to March 2021 data released by the Great Plains Regional MLS, normal spring increases in sales activity, coupled with relaxing COVID-19 policies, created a very busy March real estate market as buyer demand continued largely unabated in the face of rising home prices and mortgage rates.

 

The Bottom line:

Inventory remains too low to bring the market back into balance. So expect a busy and competitive market in the coming months.

 

Let’s take a look at some of the numbers from March 2021:

 

March 2021 Omaha Area Real Estate Statistics

Average Sold Price: $278,205 (Up 14.2% from March 2020)
Homes Sold: 983 (Down 5.7% from March 2020)
New Listings: 1,640 (Down 11.8% from March 2020)
Pending Listings: 1,339 (Down 3.3% from

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Golfing and boating are two very popular summer activities in the Omaha metro area.

What does this have to do with real estate?  Well, some people love these activities so much that they choose to live in a golf course or waterfront property.

Finding one of these properties can be a difficult task.  Not any more.

We've just introduced two specific pages on our website that list these properties.  Here are the links...
Golf Course Listings
Waterfront Listings

Each page has a list of all the golf course properties and all the waterfront properties in the Omaha metro area.  If you have a specific price in mind, you can quickly narrow the search to a specific price range.

We already have a page on our website for condos in Omaha, and specific areas (Dundee, District

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Few people can claim to enjoy the hectic moving process, with all of those pieces of the puzzle jostling around simultaneously… Changing your address. Getting WiFi hooked up. Packing, cleaning, unpacking, then more cleaning. Oftentimes, the organization of a home prior to moving can help make that transition to a new space much more pleasant. To ease that burden and learn more about services offered right here in the Omaha area, we chatted with Lisa Tonjes Moritz from HOPE Organizing. Since 2019, most of the business has tightened its focus on the niche of photo and memorabilia organizing, with some general home and office organizing sprinkled in.

HOPE helps families and businesses organize, preserve, share and celebrate their memories. That

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Get a head start on spring cleaning with a full home purge! Not only will this make your eventual moving process smoother, but it can be a soothing way to spend a day or four. In fact, numerous studies have shown that clutter can actually increase cortisol production in your body; cortisol is the stress hormone, so practice some self-care by getting rid of the unnecessary things around you. Check out these seven charities in Omaha that will accept donations of your gently used, purged home items.

 

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity Omaha aims to support financial independence through affordable homeownership. The Habitat ReStore accepts in-kind donations of materials to help keep costs low for clients. According to the website, “We accept

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Mortgage interest rates ticked a bit higher in February, but remain below their February 2020 levels. That is according to February 2021 data released by the Great Plains Regional MLS.

 

The Bottom line:

A new month of data but the same story. Inventory is really low and homes are selling fast. 

Let’s take a look at some of the numbers from February 2021:

February 2021 Omaha Area Real Estate Statistics

Average Sold Price: $232,019 (Up 18.9% from February 2020)
Homes Sold: 731 (Down 12.2% from February 2020)
New Listings: 1,059 (Down 25.5% from February 2020)
Pending Listings: 1,051 (Down 6.7% from February 2020)
Days on the Market: 20 Days (Down 33.3% from February 2020)

All data from Great Plains Regional MLS. Report © 2021

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Living in Nebraska has its own perks, specifically perks related to taxes and homeownership. Homestead exemptions this year for many Nebraskans are particularly generous, with a few new requirements, of course. There are actually different tiers for different homeowners in this state, and each tier has its own requirements. However, most people qualify as long as they are homeowners from Jan. 1st, 2020 through Aug. 31st, 2020. Here's a little extra breakdown of those tiers.
People Over 65

Retirees often have a difficult time keeping their homes because property taxes tax their tight incomes. The Homestead exemption program reduces property taxes if you are age 65 and older. If you or your parents qualify based on homeownership, income, and age,…

Radon gas is a topic that almost always comes up when buying or selling a home.  Most people don’t know much about it, but know that they have to deal with it when they sell their home. 

While dealing with a radon problem is necessary when selling, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Surgeon General urge all American s to protect their health by testing their homes, schools and other buildings for radon even if they aren’t selling.  In honor of the EPA’s “National Radon Action Month” I thought I would give you some of the facts about radon. 

You can't see, smell or taste radon, but it could present a dangerous level in your home.  Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in America and claims the lives of about

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