Jess Lex Homes - Realty Executives Cooper Spransy

10/30/2026

When the dream job and warmer weather calls, you answer!

After only a year in the home, these sellers didn't hesitate to put the house on the market to chase an amazing opportunity. They worked fast to prepare the house for showings and listened to market feedback as it came in. We got 1 solid offer and away we went!

Happy closing day to our seller!

10/28/2026

Downsizing is about more than deciding what stays and what goes.

There’s the home you’re preparing to leave. The decisions about what comes next. The timing, the planning, and all the details in between.

It can feel like a lot to figure out—especially when you’re trying to make thoughtful decisions about your next chapter.

That’s why having a plan matters.

Our Home Simplify System breaks the downsizing process into five manageable steps, helping you move from your current home toward what comes next with more clarity along the way.

🏡 Curious what that process looks like?

Explore the five-step Home Simplify System in our blog.

👉 Read the full blog: https://jesslex.lofty.me/blog/home-simplify-system-downsizing

Learn the 5-step Home Simplify System for downsizing your home—from creating a plan and preparing to sell to finding your next home and completing the move.

10/21/2026

🍂 Got 10 minutes?

As the seasons change, it's a great time to tackle a little decluttering around the house. And no, you don't need to spend an entire day doing it!

Try one small task:
😎 Sort through your summer items. Anything you didn't use this season that you can let go of?
🍁 Revisit that fall décor you meant to donate last year. If you didn't use it then, will you really use it this year?
🍁 Clear out a single kitchen drawer.
🍁 Gather a handful of items you no longer need and set them aside to donate.

Here's a trick! Pick one small task, set a timer, and stop when your 10 minutes are up. You might be surprised by what you can accomplish!

Small steps add up, especially when you're preparing for a simpler home or just want to feel a little more organized this fall.

Want more ideas for getting started and staying motivated? Read our blog, “How to Get Started With Decluttering.”

👉 https://jesslex.lofty.me/blog/how-to-get-started-with-decluttering

10/19/2026

💸 Higher interest rates — does that mean you should put your home plans on hold? 🏡

Not necessarily! While interest rates can make buying a home more expensive, there may be ways to make the numbers work in your favor.

From negotiating with sellers to exploring your financing options, the right strategy can make a difference.

In our latest newsletter, Jess shares how to approach interest rates and make smarter decisions in today’s housing market.

👉 Click here to read more:
https://mailchi.mp/e0b0921324a1/make-high-interest-rates-work-for-you

10/18/2026

Looking for a place in Oregon? This condo is move-in ready and so affordable!

Send us a DM or ☎️ 608-571-6868 for more information or your private tour!

10/14/2026

Selling your home when downsizing? Hiring a traditional real estate agent isn't your only option.

Depending on your situation, you might consider a flat fee MLS listing, a real estate auction, selling For Sale By Owner, or working with an attorney if you already have a buyer.

‼ But here's the important part: the option with the lowest upfront cost isn't always the one that saves you the most money, time or stress.

Before deciding how to sell, it helps to understand what each approach includes, what responsibilities you'll take on yourself, and where additional costs might come into play.

🏡 We've broken down five ways to sell your home when downsizing so you can start comparing your options.

👉 Click to read the full blog: https://jesslex.lofty.me/blog/options-for-selling-your-home-when-downsizing

Explore 5 ways to sell your home when downsizing, from traditional agents and flat fee MLS services to auctions, FSBO and real estate attorneys.

10/07/2026

From the moment I met these buyers at an open house last fall, I found them to be kind, fun, and wonderful. I was so excited when they decided to officially work with me as their buyer's agent.

This spring, we got pretty beat up with competing offers. We tried a few sight-unseen offers that actually got accepted but then the homes just weren't as expected in-person. The search was put on pause. A wedding happened ❤️ Spring 2027 was the new homeownership goal.

Thankfully, a great home came up in August and these buyers were able to have a totally different buying experience in the late-summer/fall market. No competition. No writing millions of dollars over asking and waiving contingencies. They put forward an offer that worked for them and the sellers and today they make it their own!

Congratulations, Nathan and Christina! Welcome to the neighborhood!

10/07/2026

What’s one important part of downsizing that has nothing to do with the house?

Your estate plan.

When you’re making decisions about where you’ll live next, what you’ll keep, and what you want your next chapter to look like, it can also be a good time to make sure your legal documents still reflect your wishes.

In our latest Vendor Feature, we’re introducing Gregg A. Auby, Attorney with Laffey, Sebranek, Auby & Ristau, S.C.

Gregg shares why having an estate plan matters, including the role of:

• Health Care Powers of Attorney
• Durable Powers of Attorney
• Wills and Trusts
• Beneficiary designations
• Periodic estate plan reviews

These may not be the most exciting parts of a downsizing plan—but they can be some of the most important.

🌿 Read our latest Vendor Feature to learn more about Gregg and the estate planning resources he provides.

👉 Click to read the full blog.

Downsizing is a good time to review your estate plan. Learn why Wills, Trusts and Powers of Attorney matter and how estate planning can protect your wishes.

10/06/2026

What if the next home you fall in love with is one you get to build yourself? 🏡

302 Bluffview Court in Portage offers a rare opportunity to build in an established neighborhood, on an oversized 0.36-acre corner lot — giving you room to think beyond the typical city lot.

The lot has a slight slope that may offer the possibility of basement exposure, while 10 recently planted Blue Spruce trees will add privacy as they grow. With the river within walking distance, you can enjoy the neighborhood setting while still having nature and outdoor recreation close by. 🌳

This could be the starting point for the home you've been envisioning — whether that's a thoughtfully designed forever home, a simpler home that fits your lifestyle, or simply the opportunity to build something that's truly yours.

🌳 0.36-acre corner lot
📍 Established Portage neighborhood
🌊 Walking distance to the river
🌲 Blue Spruce trees already planted

See more → https://jesslex.lofty.me/302-bluffview-court

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