Matt Ebbighausen's Blog Posts

What do I need to do to make my home stand out when buyers have more choices?

“What Buyers Notice First: 10 Things That Can Make or Break Your Home Sale”That is especially relevant right now. With active listings increasing substantially year over year, wand

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The Housing Market Isn’t Crashing — It’s Changing

If you've been watching the headlines lately, you may be wondering:“Is the housing market finally going to crash?”There are certainly challenges in today's market. Mortgage rates remain

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What Is Your Home Really Worth in Today’s Market? Real Estate is Local...

      If you’ve owned your home for several years, there’s a good chance you’ve built significant equity. But there’s an important question many homeowners don

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Smart Selling Strategies for Today's Market

🏡 Instead of This, Try That: Smarter Selling Strategies for Today’s MarketWhen it comes to selling your home, small shifts in strategy can make a big difference in your final outcome. The

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Fed Cut Rates Today 0.25%... What does this mean for Mortgage Rates?

Today the Fed cut the federal funds rate by 0.25%, a move that many hope will trigger lower borrowing costs across the board. However, here’s the crucial caveat: a Fed rate cut does not

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Why Smart Buyers Are Using Seller-Paid Closing Costs to Buy Down Their Mortgage Rate

In today’s market, buyers are finding creative ways to stretch their dollars — and one of the most powerful strategies is using seller-paid closing costs to buy down their 

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Lakeville Real Estate Update: What the Government Shutdown Means for You

Lakeville Real Estate Update: What the Government Shutdown Means for YouIf you’re watching the housing market in Lakeville, now is one of those moments when macro events and local trends

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Could The Government Shutdown Lower Interest Rates?

Could a Government Shutdown Lower Interest Rates?When the federal government shuts down, the ripple effects reach well beyond Washington, D.C. For the housing market, one of the surprising impacts

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What a 0.5% Drop in Mortgage Rates Could Mean for the Housing Market

What a 0.5% Drop in Mortgage Rates Could Mean for the Housing MarketThe Federal Reserve’s decisions on interest rates have a ripple effect across the economy — and nowhere is that felt

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3 Fed Rate Cuts in 2025? What it Means for Your Home Buying Plans

What Fed Rate Cuts Could Mean for Your Home Buying PlansBased on the latest economic data, the Federal Reserve is expected to cut the Federal Funds Rate more than once this year.So, what does that

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What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates

When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, many people assume mortgage rates will fall immediately and by the same amount. The reality is a little different.Mortgage rates don’t move in

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From Dump to Destination: Big Hits at the Gateway’s Bold Vision

A Game-Changer in the MakingImagine a space where a defunct landfill evolves into a vibrant future hub for community recreation and economic energy. That vision is at the heart of Big Hits at the

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Why Now Is a Good Time to Buy a Home in Lakeville or Burnsville, MN

At iMetro Property, we know timing is everything when it comes to real estate. Whether you’re searching for your first home or your forever home, the current market in Lakeville and Burnsville

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Lakeville & Burnsville Weekly Real Estate Update: September 2025

The Lakeville and Burnsville housing markets continue to show steady activity as we move into early fall. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on trends, here

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Market Chill... Not a crash

The market “Chill”… Don’t let the current market “chill” stop you from buying or selling a home…  You don’t need to lose sleep over the

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