Posts from May 2021

If a tree falls in the forest, does it make a sound?  Yes.  Yes, it does.  And as of late, the sound it has been making has been "cha-ching."  

Lumber prices have been soaring higher than home prices this year.  The inflation in lumber prices has not only caused obstacles for new construction but has also produced some of the funniest memes of the year on social media.  But before you go and cash in your cryptocurrency for 2x4's as a viable retirement plan, you may want to reconsider as the prices are starting to fall, causing a sigh of relief from builders everywhere.

No one has been immune to the fallout of the pandemic, including home builders, whose sentiment sank to the lowest levels since August of 2020 as lumber prices reached record highs over the last 5 months, according to a newly released report from the National Associatio...

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Family is everything.  From the tough love to the endless support, with family, anyone can achieve anything.  For over 44 years, Burgan Real Estate has embraced the family part of our company, whether our familial ownership now in its second generation, or the family we've created at work with the Burgan Bunch.  This family atmosphere attracts many agents to a better career and we are excited to announce the addition of our new member to our real estate family, Kristen Mancini. 

"Families are all unique and the same is true for ours at Burgan Real Estate.  We are always looking to welcome new family members who share the same beliefs, work ethic, and ideals that we apply our talents to make the lives of our clients better," said Patrick Burgan, co-owner and broker of Burgan Real Estate.  "Though she is a new REALTOR®, Kristen Mancini has already fit into our Burgan Bunch seamlessly and we...

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Starting a new job is always intimidating.  From meeting new people and finding the office to learning the company culture and job demands, it can be quite challenging for someone new to the industry to begin.  However, at Burgan Real Estate, new agents are given the same respect, attention, and opportunity to make the lives of our clients better, just as we would a seasoned REALTOR®.  Terra O'Brien found that comfort level in Burgan Real Estate, and we are excited to announce the addition of her to our Burgan Bunch as our newest real estate agent. 

A native of Warren, Ohio, O'Brien is a graduate of Warren JFK High School.  She went on to Kent State University and found a career in the transportation industry.  Her skills and abilities, however, were not being leveraged to move her career as quickly as she hoped.  So, she took her talents to the residential real estate world and became th...

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I'm talking about selling houses, people.  Where are your minds?

Being in a "seller's market" does not make everyone a licensed REALTOR®.  More and more people are rolling the dice at trying to sell their home on their own, otherwise known as FOR SALE BY OWNER or FSBO.  Instead of working with a REALTOR®, sellers think their house will be sold as soon as it goes onto the market given the current conditions, avoiding the commission fees associated with the value and peace of mind a REALTOR® brings to the selling experience.  However, like most things you think you can do on your own, selling your house is better for you when you choose to list with a REALTOR®, especially financially.  

Look, I get it.  Everyone is trying to either find ways to save money or make more.  From cryptocurrency to side jobs from your current careers, I'...

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May is Military Appreciation Month and Burgan Real Estate is proud to announce that 24 of their current agents are now certified for Military on the Move® and LeadingRE Heroes®. Military on the Move® offers current and previous U.S. military service members rebates and/or credits on either a home sale or purchase.  The program is only offered to select brokerages across the country who are distinguished members of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®.  Burgan is one of the only brokerages in Northeast Ohio offering this "thank you" to those who have fought bravely to protect and defend our country. 

Certified Military on the Move® Burgan Real Estate agents include:

• Josh Allen

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