Brock Kostelny

06/05/2019

Smooth closings =happy clients. Congrats Julie and Devin on the purchase of your beautiful new home.

09/20/2018

I’ve been feeling down due to some tough professional news that was announced last week. Monday rolled around and I went to my closing. I wanted to be there for the clients and my real estate partners. After the closing the couple gave me a card with the nicest note in it. I coached up their credit over a period of 4 months from unapprovable to homeowner. I’ve enjoyed being a lender and making a difference.

09/13/2018

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, 6% of all electricity produced nationwide came from homes keeping cool with air conditioners. Here are 6 other methods to keep you cool that are cheaper and more energy efficient. Via US News

Air conditioning bills got you down? Check out your options for cheaper, more energy-efficient ways to stay cool.

09/12/2018

Are you thinking about retirement? Darrell Hackett, President of BMO Wealth Management (US), shares his “3-P” plan to help you achieve a successful retirement.

With the sunshine of summer upon us, who wouldn’t want an endless vacation as their everyday reality: golfing, gardening, long sunset strolls – all

09/06/2018

Here’s a story, of a man named Bass… who wanted to purchase the Brady Bunch house and got outbid by HGTV! Via Time

Bass announced he had won the house. But HGTV had a better offer

09/05/2018

She didn’t choose to live the tiny home life, the tiny home life chose her! Here’s what it’s actually like to live in a tiny home according to someone who’s done it for the last 7 years. Via Huffington Post

It's not what you see on HGTV.

08/30/2018

According to real estate experts, these are the 9 local market factors hopeful buyers overlook. Via Forbes

If you're in the market for a home of your own, arm yourself with these expert tips.

08/29/2018

Adding a mix of antique brass and crisp white tiles to your powder room can give it the perfect look. Check out these 16 other powder room designs to inspire your next makeover. Via Livabl

The perfect spot to make daring design decisions.

08/28/2018

Following these tips can help you find a kitchen contractor you can trust. Via Realtor

It might be demanding full payment up front, or making you apply for permits, but hiring the wrong contractor for your kitchen reno could turn your stomach.

08/23/2018

These 30 cities might have what you’re looking when it comes to maintaining a fun lifestyle. So tell me, which city do you see yourself moving to? Via US News

Take advantage of what these metro areas have to offer for your free time.

08/22/2018

Buyers looking for a new home in the next year are expected to meet low inventories, competitive markets and continued growth in home prices. Via Forbes

Existing home sales were down last month, and if new data released this morning is any indication, that’s a trend we’re going to see more of in the coming months.

08/21/2018

More than halfway through 2018, here are 15 real estate trends causing markets to shift. Via Forbes

At the halfway point, real estate professionals weigh in on the year's unexpected trends and turns.