When you think about buying or selling a home, a Realtor is one of the first things that come to mind. But as Chad Larsen and Barry Berg discuss in the latest episode of Setting the Standard, a successful move often relies on a much broader team.

More Than Just Your Agent

Think of your Realtor as your coach. They offer guidance, outline strategy, and bring big league expertise. But like baseball, they’re not the only player on the field.

Behind every real estate transaction is a network of professionals each playing a distinct role. From stagers and photographers to lenders and contractors, there’s a team on the field working together. 

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Real estate is a team sport, and the right players make all the difference.

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The spring market is in full motion. New listings are hitting the market, buyers are out touring homes, and properties are trading hands at a steady pace. Activity is building week by week! 

What you need to know is that this is the window where momentum really matters, and where preparation meets opportunity. 

Why Spring?

Whether they have children or not, people tend to build their schedules around the school year – busy summers, focused falls, steady winters, and invigorated springs. 

“Buyers often look for their new home in the spring so they can be settled in by the beginning of summer,” says Chad Larsen. “We see lots of properties coming onto the market in February, March, and April so that closings happen in May and June.”

Spring…

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Frequent travel. Empty nesting. Shifting priorities. Less upkeep and fewer responsibilities. People transition from single-family homes to condos, often discovering that it’s a whole new way of thinking about home ownership. This week’s podcast highlights the nuances and considerations that go into finding the condo community that’s right for your needs. 

A Neighborhood within a Neighborhood

Home buyers are encouraged to explore the neighborhoods that interest them – to see the proximity to work, schools and shopping. With condos, that concept extends even further. 

Not only is the building in a neighborhood, but the building is a neighborhood. From the number of units to the culture of the building, each property offers a distinct living…

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