Kamie Augustine, Keller Williams Lake Minnetonka

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13100 Wayzata Blvd Suite 400
Minnetonka, MN 55305
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  • July Market Report

    What Matters Most right now. Three data trends shaping decisions for buyers and sellers this summer.

    Twin Cities western suburbs real estate report for residential single-family sales, by the numbers. Cities included are: Deephaven, Edina, Excelsior, Hopkins, Medina, Minnetonka Beach, Minnetonka, Minnetrista, Orono, Plymouth, Saint Louis Park, and Wayzata.

    What’s interesting about this chart is that the winter months were a time for negotiation — buyers had the upper hand, especially with a motivated seller. You can see it in the numbers, too: homes closed at around 98% of list price in December and January, then recovered to full price, if not above, by spring and summer. It reflected slower buyer demand and longer days on market.

    As the year went on, though, inventory built back up and homes started selling much faster. So what do we attribute that to? Did buyers who’d stepped away out of frustration come back to the market? Were homes simply priced well and showing well? Or was it confidence — buyers accepting that interest rates had stabilized and weren’t going to plummet? My take: it was probably a little bit of all of the above.

  • BOREDOM is key

    Had a conversation today about success and results, and honestly nothing I say in here is going to be something you have not heard before. However, sometimes all we need is the reminder of what success looks like and when results show up. An agent and friend of mine shared his business is down this year, and various moments it

    was rough to keep doing what he was doing, but he knows he is doing the actions it takes to get the results he desires and it just takes TIME. HE GETS IT! It takes consistency over time to get the results you desire, and this my friends can be BORING. Next time you are chasing the shiny object waiting for the easy button…. ask yourself “Am I bored because I am doing the activities needed to achieve the results I desire?” If the answer is YES, stop chasing whatever you keep looking at because there is NO EASY BUTTON.

  • Fall into Opportunity

    Fall has a rhythm that naturally lends itself to reflection. As the leaves change and eventually let go, we’re reminded that growth doesn’t always mean adding more—it often means releasing what no longer serves us. In business, that might be old habits, outdated systems, or even the belief that you need to do it all alone. Just as trees shed to prepare for new life in spring, this is the season to ask yourself: What do I need to release so I can grow stronger next year?

    Fall is also a harvest season. It’s a time to celebrate the fruits of the hard work you’ve put in throughout the year. Take stock of the wins—big and small—and notice how far you’ve come. Gratitude is fuel for momentum. When you pause to recognize your progress, it creates clarity for where you want to go next.

    And finally, fall invites us to reset. The pace slows, the air cools, and we’re given space to realign with our bigger vision. Just as nature cycles through seasons, so does business. Reflection now sets the stage for intention later. The work you do in fall to review, reset, and reimagine will shape the foundation of your growth in the year ahead.

    This season, let the falling leaves remind you: letting go is not the end of growth—it’s the preparation for it. 🍁 And we have so many opportunities to do so.

  • My good friend AI

     I just returned from Mega Camp, Keller Williams’ fall conference, and it was an incredible deep dive into the future of real estate and business. One of the biggest themes was the rise of AI—and let me tell you, it’s no joke. The tools, strategies, and innovations being rolled out are changing the game, and it’s clear that those who embrace it will be positioned to lead in the years ahead.

    But what stood out most to me is this: AI doesn’t replace who we are—it enhances it. The heart of this business will always be building genuine relationships and showing up authentically. AI is simply a powerful tool to help us amplify that same message, reach more people, and work smarter. It’s not about choosing one or the other, but about blending both to create the strongest impact.

    Walking away from Mega Camp, I’m more inspired than ever to lean into both sides—continuing to grow real, human connections while also sharpening the way I use technology to serve. The future isn’t about picking between authenticity or innovation; it’s about making sure the two work together seamlessly. That’s how we create lasting success and a business built to thrive.