Ronald G. Sears Realtor

Another great sunset from Lakewood Ranch, FL...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO US!
39 years and counting!
Mary is my partner and together we are a team. Love you a bunch!
Looking forward to to future together!

Wishing ALL my friends a safe and Happy 4th!!

Are you timing your home purchases to save money? 💸 ⁣
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Many people don’t realize that the prices of just about everything—from appliances to furniture—are seasonal. According to Bankrate, here are the best times to score a sale: ⁣
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🏋️ Fitness Equipment: January ⁣
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📺 TVs: February and November ⁣
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🔌 Appliances: May, September and November ⁣
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☂️ Outdoor Furniture: August and September ⁣
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🪑 Indoor Furniture: Presidents, Memorial, Independence and Labor Day weekends ⁣
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What’s on your home wish list this year? Let us know in the comments! ⁣
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Ronald Sears ⁣
https://ronaldsears.myagent.site/ ⁣
1 (630) 710-0527 ⁣
[email protected] ⁣

Throughout 2022, mortgage rates climbed rapidly, forcing many homebuyers to rethink their budgets. 📈 ⁣
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But there’s good news on the horizon in 2023. Experts predict that rates will fluctuate much less this year – and could even trend down. ⁣
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Visit our latest blog post for details and to find out how home sales and prices will be impacted in the coming year. ⁣
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🔗 https://ronaldsears.myagent.site/2023-real-estate-market-outlook-and-what-it-means-for-you/ ⁣
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Ronald Sears ⁣
https://ronaldsears.myagent.site/ ⁣
1 (630) 710-0527 ⁣
[email protected] ⁣

After a wild 2022, a new year is here. But what will it hold for the real estate market?⁣
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We’ve rounded up economists’ predictions for 2023:⁣
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💸 Mortgage rates will fluctuate less ⁣
🏘️ Sales volume will fall and inventory will rise ⁣
💰 Home prices will remain relatively stable ⁣
📈 Rent prices will continue to climb⁣
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Wondering what these trends mean for homebuyers, sellers, and renters in 2023? Check out our latest blog post!⁣
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🔗 https://ronaldsears.myagent.site/2023-real-estate-market-outlook-and-what-it-means-for-you/ ⁣
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Ronald Sears ⁣
https://ronaldsears.myagent.site/ ⁣
1 (630) 710-0527 ⁣
[email protected] ⁣

January 10 is National Cut Your Energy Costs Day! 💡⁣
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How are you keeping your utility bills down this winter? Here are a few ideas:⁣
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⚡ Upgrade old appliances. When you shop, look for the Energy Star rating to ensure your new washing machine, dishwasher, or oven are as efficient as possible.⁣
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⚡ Switch to LED lightbulbs. These use just 8 watts to produce the same brightness as a 60-watt incandescent bulb, and today’s LEDs come in all shades and levels of warmth.⁣
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⚡ Keep an eye on the thermostat. Be sure to turn down the temperature when you’re out or invest in a programmable smart version.⁣
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⚡ Check the seals on doors and windows. Try weatherstripping or caulk as a short-term fix, or consider bringing in a professional to assess trouble areas.⁣
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⚡ Wash clothes in warm or cool water. You’ll slash the energy used for each load while prolonging the life of your clothes.⁣
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Wondering which energy-saving home improvements will have the biggest impact on your home’s value? Reach out for a free consultation.⁣
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📲 1 (630) 710-0527 ⁣
📧 [email protected]⁣
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Ronald Sears ⁣
https://ronaldsears.myagent.site/ ⁣