Greg Hasek REAL ESTATE UPDATE

		In uncertain economic times, it’s natural to wonder how your home’s value is holding up. While house values can fluctuate, one thing remains true: real estate is still one of the safest investments you can make. The easiest way to see how your home is doing (and compare it to others) is to just ask! Ready to find out? Let’s get started.
		HOME WORTH   ROI   SELLING How much is your home worth? Upgrades that pay off - and those that don't The hidden costs of waiting to sell your home
		REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY UPDATES Median home sales price up 1.8% from last year Existing home sales down 0.5% from last month Home sales hit near 5 year high with 14.5% increase

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