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We just listed a really nice one owner end unit townhome in the Raven Ridge neighborhood near the high school. Follow this link for a full video:
Showings call Derrick at 612-282-7653
Quick update for Rockford real estate:
If you are looking to sell or buy in Rockford give us a call ay 612-282-7653 anytime
Derrick Monroe – Realtor – www.DerrickMonroe.com
We get this question allot “should we just take it off over the winter and wait until spring to sell? I would ask this, why? Most people reply “because the spring is always better and maybe we can get more money then?”. 
All good questions but I would say if the reason is purely “spring is better” and “we may get more money” to look a look at the history of those two comments. Last year (2010) and into the winter start of 2011 there was a home sold in Rockford every 5 days! Homes do sell all year round so if you’re looking to sell the winter is just as good. In fact, some Realtors say consider this; there may be less buyers looking but the buyers dragging themselves out in the cold winter months and holiday seasons are typically much more serious then the summer time buyers – good point.
The other comment was the prices will be higher – are you sure? I think there are allot of sellers out there that said that last year and wish they could turn the clock back. Now none of us have that crystal ball but we do know that the market has been very volatile over the last few years and prices have adjusted downward more sharply than any of us would have liked to see. I went to a home last year in the Autumn Oaks neighborhood and they decided to wait over the winter due to the “home prices will be better next year” and in fact the home went down about $5,000 from last year (they even had 2 other agents out for price opinions). We do not know for sure what the market will be like next year, may be up, may be down, may be the same – depends on how much you like to gamble and if you can afford too.
I would suggest to look at your specific needs and if you can wait and it makes no difference it it goes down or stays the same then there’s your answer. Keep in mind though, the longer you stay the more payments your making as well which in itself reduces your proceeds.
It looks like the weather is going to cooperate with us. Thanks to all of our local Military for all you have done and do for us as individuals and as a country. There are lots of great things 
to do in the Rockford area this 4th so hopefully you find time to get out and enjoy your family, friends and our great little city.
Can you believe, the year is already more than half over. Time goes by way too fast if you ask me. Here is an update for you on the Rockford MN housing market:
Active Single Family Rockford Homes
Rockford Townhomes Active Now
Single Family Homes Sold In Rockford 2011 (as of 6/29/11) per the Rockford MLS)
If you are looking to see or buy in Rockford please keep us in mind. We are local, we office in Rockford, we live in Rockford and we know the market and how to position you to win every time. Enjoy the weekend and thanks for stopping by – Derrick Monroe
We are very proud to put our newest Rockford listing on the web for you to see. 8360 Cedar Street is a 2,700+ square foot Rambler with 4 beds, 2 baths, deck, porch and more that can be seen at your convenience by calling The Derrick Monroe Group at 612-282-7653 anytime.
For more photos and details of this Rambler please follow this link which will simply take you direct to a page with photos and details. Thanks for stopping by & remember if you’re selling or buying in Rockford we have been working this area for over a decade, let our experience work for you.
I get calls all the time and questions from both Rockford sellers and Rockford buyers on who they can call for everything from clean up to building. I will say Rockford has a pretty good list on Business owners both right in Rockford and local to the area which can be found here and you can find more information here about the area businesses.
Here are a few I have used personally and would highly recommend as well:
Home/Yard clean up of “junk & stuff” All In One Removal
Electrician – Lillehaug Electric - John at 612-363-1115
Landscaper – Troy with Squirrels Landscaping 612-363-7399
Drywall Contractor – Fisher Drywall – Bill at 612-369-5492
Painter – Brian Williams – 612-554-2866
Builder / Contractor – Al Peterson 612-961-5600
Computer Services – Tech Warrior 763-634-1480
Home Loans – Ron at 763-477-6280 or 651-398-7673
Realtor – Derrick Monroe 763-477-4821 or 612-282-7653
Rockford Banking – Bankwest 763-477-5231
Surveys – Eagle Land Survey 763-477-5179
Heating & Air – High Road 763-477-3331
There are so many more great businesses in Rockford so check out the links above that will lead you to them. I hope you find what you’re looking for and are able to support the great local businesses we have and if you have any questions at all for me feel free to call or text me at 612-282-7653 anytime.
According to The Minneapolis Board Of Realtors the YTD for Rockford shows the median home price down 23.7% compared to same time last year. For complete details follow this link
Derrick Monroe – Rockford Realtor for over a decade | 612-282-7653
I know we’ve all seen them, the neighbor with the Christmas lights still dangling from the eves in July and the carved, once scary but now just “scary” pumpkin still on the porch in 
January. Are you trying to sell or thinking about it? Have you ever thought about how this will affect your property? You’ve heard it before location, location, location – well there is also curb appeal, curb appeal and curb appeal.
If you’re thinking about selling or are for sale now and you have that special neighbor you may want to take some step to see what you can do about it. Some things you could try:
However you decide to go about it just remember your street, neighbors and curb appeal do have a great impact on your equity.
If you’re looking to sell or buy give us a call at 612-282-7653 or e-mail us at Derrick@DMGRealtor.com