Daniel Demissie- Real estate Advisor

08/31/2026

💰 GETTING AN OFFER IS EXCITING. BUT THE NEGOTIATION IS WHERE THE REAL MONEY CAN BE WON OR LOST.

A high offer price can look great on paper… but the highest offer isn't always the best offer.

Before you celebrate, look at the entire deal:

💵 PRICE — What are you actually walking away with?
📅 TIMING — Does the closing date work for you?
🔎 CONTINGENCIES — How much uncertainty are you accepting?
🛠️ REPAIRS — What could come out of your proceeds?
💰 CREDITS — Are you giving away more than you realize?
📋 TERMS — What obligations are hidden in the fine print?

This is why having a strategy after the offer arrives matters just as much as getting the offer in the first place.

The goal isn't simply to say “YES” to the highest number.

🎯 The goal is to negotiate the strongest overall deal while protecting your money, timeline, and interests.

A calm, experienced approach can make a significant difference when emotions are high and the stakes are real.

📖 Thinking about selling your home?

My FREE Home Seller Book is packed with practical guidance to help you prepare, price, market, negotiate, and sell with greater confidence.

👉 Get your FREE copy:
https://danieldemissie.book.live/biz-card-book

📌 SAVE this post before your next offer comes in.
👥 SHARE it with a homeowner who may be thinking about selling.

💬 Would you choose the highest offer—or the strongest overall deal?

08/30/2026

Frisco buyers, blink and the best homes still disappear 👀
Texas inventory hit 5.4 months in June, with sold homes averaging 62 DOM (Texas Real Estate Research Center).
Tip: get pre-approved before touring.
Move fast.

08/27/2026

🏡 YOU CAN CHANGE THE HOUSE. YOU CAN’T CHANGE THE LOCATION.

Paint? Change it.
Countertops? Upgrade them.
Flooring? Replace it.

But the location? That’s a decision you’ll live with every day.

Your neighborhood can shape your:

🚗 Commute
🏫 School options
🛍️ Shopping & restaurants
🌳 Parks & recreation
☕ Daily routine
🏡 Lifestyle
📈 Long-term resale potential

And here’s the mistake I see buyers make:

They fall in love with the house before they fall in love with the neighborhood.

Before you make an offer, visit the area at different times:

🌅 Morning
🚗 Rush hour
🌙 Evening
☀️ Weekend

Drive the commute. Check out the nearby businesses. Explore the parks. Talk to people who live there.

Because you’re not just buying a house.

You’re choosing where your life happens. ❤️

And for my Ethiopian & Habesha community in Dallas–Fort Worth, finding the right home can also mean finding the right community, schools, churches, businesses, and connections that make DFW feel like home. 🇪🇹❤️🏡

📖 Want more guidance before you buy?

My FREE Home Buyer Guide is packed with practical tips to help you understand the process, avoid costly mistakes, and buy with confidence.

👉 Get your FREE copy:
https://danieldemissie.book.live/buyer-book

📌 SAVE this post for your home search.
👥 SHARE it with a friend or family member thinking about buying in DFW.

💬 Ethiopian & Habesha homebuyers: What matters most to you when choosing a neighborhood?

🚗 Commute
🏫 Schools
⛪ Community
🍽️ Restaurants & businesses
🌳 Parks
❤️ Being close to family & friends

08/27/2026

9445 Plaudit Dr, Frisco, TX 75035-1505 just hit the market!
Take a look at this awesome space: https://daniel.epiquerealty.com/d8r6s5r2

08/25/2026

9445 Plaudit Dr, Frisco, TX 75035-1505 just hit the market!
Take a look at this awesome space: https://daniel.epiquerealty.com/d8r6ru4y

08/25/2026

🏡 First-time buyers, your down payment is only part of the equation.

You worked hard to save for the down payment—but what about everything that comes after?

💰 Closing costs
🔎 Home inspection
🚚 Moving expenses
🔧 Repairs & maintenance
🏠 Insurance & property taxes
💵 Unexpected “new homeowner” expenses

These costs can catch you off guard if you’re not prepared.

The good news? You don’t have to guess.

A realistic home-buying budget should account for the whole journey, not just the purchase price.

📖 That’s why I created a FREE Home Buyer Guide to help you understand the process, plan ahead, avoid common surprises, and buy with confidence.

👉 Get your FREE copy here:
https://danieldemissie.book.live/buyer-book

📌 Save this post if you’re planning to buy your first home.
👥 Share it with someone saving for their first home.

💬 What expense surprised you most when buying a home?

08/25/2026

9445 Plaudit Dr, Frisco, TX 75035-1505 just hit the market!
Take a look at this awesome space: https://daniel.epiquerealty.com/d8r6rsia

08/24/2026

Sellers, the market you’re selling in today isn’t necessarily the market you were watching in the spring. 👀🏡

As summer winds down, buyer behavior can shift—and homes that are priced based on yesterday's market can start to lose momentum.

Here’s the part many sellers don't realize:

Overpricing doesn't just affect your price. It can affect your first impression, showing activity, negotiating power, and ultimately how long your home sits.

The goal isn't simply to put the highest number on the listing.

🎯 The goal is to position your home where today's buyers see the value.

If you're thinking about selling this fall, now is a great time to start preparing—not after your home has been sitting on the market.

📖 I've created a FREE Home Seller Book to help you understand how to prepare and price your home strategically.

👉 Get your FREE copy here:
https://danieldemissie.book.live/biz-card-book

Save this post if selling is on your radar. 📌

And tell me below: Would you rather price high and test the market, or price strategically from day one?

08/21/2026

🍑 One More Summer Gathering… One More Memory

Before summer slips away, there’s always time for one more cookout, one more long dinner, and one more evening with the people you love. ☀️🏡

And if you’re hosting this weekend, put this one on the menu:

🍑 Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad
Sweet grilled peaches + creamy burrata + fresh greens + a little drizzle of balsamic.

Simple. Beautiful. And just fancy enough to make everyone ask, “Who made this?” 😄

But here’s something I’ve learned from helping homeowners sell:

The homes people remember are usually the ones that feel good to be in.

A home that gathers people well often has a story worth telling—and when it’s time to sell, knowing how to showcase that story can make a big difference.

If selling your home is somewhere on your horizon, don't wait until the sign goes in the yard to start preparing.

📖 I created a FREE Home Buyer & Seller resource to help you make smarter real estate decisions with confidence.

👉 Get your FREE copy here:
https://danieldemissie.book.live/buyer-book

Save this recipe. Share it with someone who loves to host. And if you’re thinking about selling, let’s make sure your home is ready before you’re ready to sell. 🏡

08/21/2026