From Our Family to Yours: Wishing You a Warm & Happy Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for you. Your trust in me as your go-to resource for all things real estate means the world, and I am truly honored to be part of your journey. It’s clients like you who inspire me every day to do what I love—helping people find the perfect place to call home and build their future.

This time of year is a special reminder to reflect on the things that truly matter: family, friends, and the connections that make life meaningful. I am so grateful for the opportunity to be part of your story and to support you in reaching your real estate goals.

Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with joy, warmth, and togetherness. May your Thanksgiving be full of cherished memories, and may the holidays ahead bring nothing but happiness and success. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey, and for being such an important part of mine.

With deepest gratitude,

CeCe

The current real estate market in St. Louis and St. Charles County are experiencing some dynamic shifts. While the area remains a historically stable market, characterized by steady appreciation and affordability, there are key trends shaping the landscape:

1. Inventory and Demand: There is a rise in housing inventory, offering more options for buyers. However, demand remains robust, especially for well-priced properties, often leading to competitive bidding situations. Many homes still sell quickly, often within a week​

2. Market Balance: St. Louis is transitioning from a seller-dominated market toward more balanced conditions. This shift provides buyers with opportunities to negotiate better terms, while sellers must adopt strategic pricing to attract offers​

3. Interest Rates and Affordability: Mortgage rates remain a key variable, hovering above 6%. If rates stabilize or decline later in 2024, buyer activity may increase. Meanwhile, St. Louis continues to attract first-time buyers and investors due to its affordability compared to other markets​

4. Pricing Trends: Home values have grown year-over-year, but the median sale prices are currently slightly below list prices, indicating increased negotiating power for buyers​

In summary, St. Louis offers a range of opportunities for buyers and sellers alike, with affordability and a diverse housing inventory remaining key strengths. For buyers, this could be a good time to explore options and negotiate. Sellers, on the other hand, should focus on realistic pricing and highlighting the unique features of their properties.

Articles and Advice

As Thanksgiving rolls around, the city arguably gets split into two parts: hosts and guests. Some hosts love the gauntlet of planning, gathering ingredients and cooking up a storm, while others leave it to private chefs. Many of us fall somewhere in the middle. If you want to leave a little – or a lot – of the cooking to the experts this Thanksgiving, we have a full list of St. Louis-area restaurants, bakeries and makers offering up full turkey dinners, cheeseboards, breakfast and desserts for preorder. 

A new holiday retreat

One of this year’s highlights is The Lodge at Winterfest, a new addition bringing a cozy, ski lodge-inspired retreat to the heart of downtown. Tucked away at 701 Market St., this pop-up offers visitors a chance to warm up with a curated menu of seasonal cocktails and small bites from UKRAFT Brunch Café. It’s an oasis of comfort amid the excitement of Winterfest, where visitors can take a breather, enjoy games and snap holiday portraits.

A new revolving sushi restaurant is on its way to St. Louis called Sakatanoya Revolving Sushi & Ramen Bar. Located at 6683 Delmar Blvd., in University City, the restaurant is currently slated to open in February. The eatery is coming to the area from owner HongMing “Anthony” Wang, a recent college graduate with a background in design and restaurant industry experience.

Get ready for unbeatable savings this Black Friday at Suzie’s Treasure Trove! For a limited time, enjoy exclusive discounts on our most popular items. Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts or treating yourself, now is the perfect time to grab the treasures you’ve had your eye on. Don’t miss out—these deals won’t last long, so hurry and shop today!

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