You found the house. You pictured the couch. You mentally assigned bedrooms. And then… “They went with another offer.”

Ouch.

In this episode, Melissa and Deanna talk about the part of buying a home no one enjoys — rejection. Before you assume you should’ve just offered more money, we’re breaking down what sellers actually look at. Spoiler alert: it’s not just the number at the top.

We’re talking strength, clean terms, timing, leverage, and why you absolutely cannot submit a “cute” offer based on vibes alone. Real estate is part math, part psychology, and yes — part emotional management.

If you’ve ever lost a house and thought you’d never recover, this episode is for you. Strategy beats emotion every time, and every offer (even the ones that don’t win) gives us data to win the next one.

If you’re buying in Northern Kentucky or Greater Cincinnati, let’s position your offer to win the smart way.

Because we don’t just open doors. We build game plans.

Call us anytime at 859-512-4444.

“I don’t know if this is a good time.”
“I feel like I already missed it.”
“I’m scared to make the wrong move.”

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re talking about the real reason so many buyers feel overwhelmed right now. It’s not that buying is impossible. It’s that the market feels loud. Between social media advice, interest rate predictions, and everyone’s opinions, a normal life decision can start to feel like a gamble.

We break down:
• Why there’s no “perfect” time to buy
• The difference between timing the market vs. time in the market
• Why your first home isn’t a life sentence
• How to make a decision that fits your life — not the internet

If you’re stuck, unsure, or just need clarity, this episode is for you.

Call us anytime at 859-512-4444.

Ever feel like you know a house inside and out… until you walk through the front door?
In this episode, Melissa and Deanna talk about “Zillow confidence” — what online listings show, what they do not, and why scrolling does not equal context. From wide-angle photos to price drops that need decoding, they break down why having the right team matters before you fall in love with a listing that only looks good online.

If you are saving homes, sending screenshots to friends, and wondering if something actually makes sense, this one is for you.

Hosted by Melissa and Deanna with This Girl Sells Houses Team.