Jeffrey  Barkstall

Jeffrey Barkstall

GRI, SRS

License #: 475.128819

Heartland Real Estate Of Central Illinois, Inc.

Mobile:
217.637.0374
Office:
217.352.4288 ext. 54
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Are sellers coming off the sidelines in your market? Pulse

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Wed, 2025-07-09 03:00
National numbers suggest we're finally seeing an end to the lock-in effect. How is it playing out in the neighborhoods you serve?

Realtor vs. real estate agent: Why the difference matters

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Wed, 2025-07-09 03:00
For consumers navigating a home sale and professionals building a career, Long Island Board of Realtors CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes, it’s essential to understand who’s representing your interests.

How to help your buyers avoid costly mortgage mistakes

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Wed, 2025-07-09 03:00
When buyers plan and have the right people on their side, mortgage expert Phil Crescenzo Jr. writes, they can stay in control, and the rest becomes a lot less stressful.

Using systems to scale: Run your business, don’t let it run you

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Wed, 2025-07-09 03:00
Systems aren’t just a tool for growth, Jen Dillard writes. They’re a foundation for sustainability in your real estate business.

House hacking: A creative solution for your exhausted buyers

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Wed, 2025-07-09 03:00
House hacking is a mindset shift that turns today’s real estate market challenges into strategic advantages, broker Julie Busby writes.

‘Small acts of kindness’ abound in Texas Hill Country flood aftermath

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Wed, 2025-07-09 03:00
A flash flood devastated Texas's Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend, killing more than 100 residents. Real estate professionals have stepped in to help.

Fannie, Freddie ordered to accept new VantageScore 4.0 credit score

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-07-08 17:10
While questions remain about the new policy, FHFA Director Bill Pulte says lenders must still use "tri-merge" process to obtain scores from all three major credit bureaus.

Hive MLS hires RentSpree to assist members

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-07-08 15:49
RentSpree's tenant screening, application processing and marketing will now help members of Hive MLS work with renters

Canadian Marketing Firm rennie Joins Forbes Global Properties Network

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2025-07-08 13:20

Forbes Global Properties has announced that rennie, a Canadian real estate marketing firm, has joined the Forbes Global network. Rennie will represent the network across the province of British Columbia, home of cities including Vancouver. Founded by industry veteran Bob Rennie, the firm maintains a network of over 300 real estate advisors. The largest presale…

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Realtor.com® Announces Integration of Ownwell’s Property Tax Services

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2025-07-08 13:18

Realtor.com® has announced a new integration with Ownwell, a property tax appeal service. Users on the site can now access Ownwell’s property tax monitoring and appeals services from Realtor.com’s My Home dashboard. The integration comes as the cost of homeownership continues to skyrocket nationwide, with property taxes in particular putting a strain on homeowners, Realtor.com…

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Housing Inventory Up 32% in May, Easing Listings Crunch in Some Regions: Report

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2025-07-08 11:58

Housing markets across the U.S. are finally seeing more inventory up for grabs, alleviating a supply crunch that’s been years in the making. Homes for sale jumped 32% year-over-year in May, according to the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) July Mortgage Monitor Report released Monday.  The supply deficit compared to pre-pandemic levels shrank to just 13% compared…

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Meet the Rookie of the Year Finalists: Northeast Region

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2025-07-08 11:51

Earlier this week, RISMedia announced the Top 25 regional finalists for its 2025 Real Estate Rookie of the Year award, sponsored by Colibri Real Estate. The program, now in its fourth year, is designed to honor new real estate agents who are achieving extraordinary results in their rookie year. Five regional winners will be chosen…

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