Marketpoint Realty Blogs
Welcome to the MarketPoint Realty Blog, your source for local real estate insights, market trends, home pricing strategies, and expert advice throughout St. Charles County and the Greater St. Louis area. Led by Jacob Geringer, a licensed broker and certified appraiser, we provide valuable market updates to help buyers, sellers, and homeowners make informed real estate decisions.
How to Price Your Home in a Changing Market (Francis Howell North Guide)
Pricing your home correctly has always been important—but in today’s Francis Howell North market, it’s critical. Recent MLS data shows: Homes are taking longer to sellThe percentage of list price received has declined slightlyBuyers are negotiating moreThe Old Strategy No Longer Works In a fast mark
Probate vs. Trust vs. Estate: Understanding the Difference Before You Sell an Inherited Home
By a St. Charles County Realtor, Licensed Appraiser, and Real Estate Investor One of the most common questions I hear from families who inherit a home is: "Do we have to go through probate?" The answer depends on how the property was owned when the owner passed away. After more than 26 years in real
Why Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell in Francis Howell North (2026 Market Update)
Homes in Francis Howell North are taking longer to sell compared to previous years—and that shift tells us a lot about the current market. By analyzing recent MLS data, one key trend stands out: Days on Market (DOM) has increased significantly heading into 2026. What the Data Shows Over the past thr
Investor vs. Wholesaler vs. Realtor: Who's Calling About Your Inherited House and Why?
By a St. Charles County Realtor, Licensed Appraiser, and Real Estate Investor If you've inherited a home or are handling a probate property, it probably won't take long before your phone starts ringing. You may receive: Postcards offering cash for your house Text messages from local investors Calls
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