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Jay Mattlin, Real Estate Broker with Key Realty

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January
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January 4th, 2026 by
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I'm glad you're here!
I've put together a nice assortment of bite-sized pieces of real estate news, entertainment, and resources I think you're going to enjoy. (And maybe even learn a thing or two you never knew you wanted to know!)
Here's a sneak peek at what's on tap:

•  The seller should've sold it as-was instead of updating it!

•  Survey says: personal space makes for a happier home

•  Trying to convince your significant other to buy a new home?
But first, let's start it off with my...
Meme of the Week
Well, I don't actually have a sleigh, and honestly we'll probably just meet at the houses… but you get the point!
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The seller should've sold it as-was instead of updating it!
Disney+ and Hulu recently unveiled a massive gingerbread replica of the Home Alone house, complete with movie-accurate details that earned it a Guinness World Record for the largest gingerbread house inspired by a film.

Coincidentally, the actual Home Alone house in Winnetka, Illinois is being restored to better match how it appeared in the movie — even though it was fully renovated and sold earlier this year.

It's proof that in real estate, "updated" doesn't always mean "better"… especially when nostalgia is the most valuable feature in a house.

And of course if you're ever wondering whether you should renovate before selling, I'd be glad to swing by and help you decide what makes the most sense for your home!
 
 
Survey says: personal space makes for a happier home
Wanting a little personal space at home doesn't mean something's wrong — it's totally normal when you're sharing life, routines, and square footage with someone else. A recent survey suggests that when people have room to decompress and reset, home life is happier and relationships even stronger.

Of course, not every home has the luxury of a dedicated man cave or she-shed, but that doesn't mean you can't carve out your own spot.

Here's an article I recently published with some tips for using the space you do have to create a little "me time" away from your significant other. And if you want, I'd be happy to swing by and help you brainstorm ways to make it work in your home — whether it's rethinking a corner, repurposing a room, or just getting creative with what you've already got!
 
 
"How's the market?"
I get that question a lot, and I'm always happy to answer it! But there's no one-size-fits-all answer. That's why this newsletter doesn't include weekly stats or price updates.

Besides, most people don't care about real estate data until it actually matters to them. So instead of stats, I just try to keep this fun and entertaining.

Curious about a specific house? Wonder what your place is worth? Or just want a quick market snapshot?

Just hit reply and ask me! I'm always glad to give you any information, thoughts, or data you want. (And of course, no obligation or pressure! I love any opportunity to talk about the market.)
 
 
Trivia Time
What was the Aurora Ice Hotel in Alaska (which was made entirely out of ice) required to install before local officials allowed it to open for business?

1)  An industrial-size freezer

2)  Smoke detectors and fire extinguishers

3)  A furnace

4)  Warning signs that the temperature inside was below freezing

Click the answer you think is correct.
 
 
Trying to convince your significant other to buy a new home?
Whether it's realizing you need more space for those holiday gifts, dreaming of a man cave or she-shed to claim a little personal space, or preferring to move into a home that's already updated instead of tackling renovations that the future buyer may or may not appreciate… getting your significant other on the same page about buying a new home can be trickier than you'd expect.

I certainly can't step in and take sides — I give each of my clients advice that's right for them.

But I do have a fun article I recently published with ten clever ways that might just help you nudge your other half in the right direction!
 
 
The fact is…
Makes you wonder if it's worth going back to your childhood home to tear down a wall or two!
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That wraps it up for this week!
Be on the lookout for the next one!
 
 
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