As we enter the holiday season, the Kansas City area starts to transform into a winter wonderland. That means there’s plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit—but there’s one event that stands out among the rest. Imagine strolling through winding garden pathways beneath the full moon. Surrounding you are thousands of flickering candles, illuminating […]
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Home Buyers 101: Enroll in My Upcoming Course!
Ever wanted a helping hand in understanding the buying process? I’ve been teaching Home Buyers 101 for almost 20 years, and in that time I’ve helped 20,000 prospective buyers navigate the process. If you’re gearing up for the buying process soon and looking for practical information from a seasoned real estate professional, then you’re in […]
The Top 5 Exterior Areas to Fix up Before Listing Your Home this Fall
You’ve probably heard that spring and summer are the best times to sell your home, and we’ll be honest: they do have their perks. But with mortgage rates remaining low and motivated buyers steadily flowing into the market, this fall is shaping up to be a pretty profitable selling season. If you’re gearing up to […]
Here’s How Millennials are Boosting Homeownership!
Millennials have a reputation for putting off major life events, especially buying a home. However, many members of this demographic will be entering their thirties in the next few years, which means they’ll be thinking about investing in their first homes. What does all this mean? Let’s take a closer look at how millennials are […]
Here are 4 Tricks to Choosing a Neighborhood You’ll Love!
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard, “location, location, location!” on repeat. Finding the perfect city or town is one thing, but you’ll need to take it a step further. The right neighborhood matters more than you think, so before you start your search, we have some tips to help you find […]
Why the Last Few Months of 2019 are Ideal for Buying & Selling
Tiny Houses: How These Small Homes Have Made a Big Splash
You’ve seen the shows on HGTV, the brand new series on Netflix, the craze on sites like Pinterest and Instagram—tiny houses are all the rage. These smaller spaces come with gigantic opportunities—if you’re looking for an incredibly versatile and stylish home, you may want to look into one of the hottest housing trends of the […]
Is a Home Inspection Really Necessary? Why You Shouldn’t Skip This Important Step
Picture this: you’ve finally found the home of your dreams. It’s got all the features you’ve been searching for, and it’s in the perfect neighborhood. There can’t possibly be anything wrong with it…right? Though technically optional, a home inspection is highly recommended by most realtors, as it can save you thousands of dollars—or even prevent […]
Kicking Clutter to the Curb: Transform Your Home with These 4 Decluttering Tips
We’ve all been there. One day, you look around your house, and there’s just So. Much. Stuff. Stuff in boxes, stuff on the walls, stuff in the corners—just…stuff. If you’re gearing up to sell your home, you’re going to have to deal with all that accumulated clutter eventually. Luckily, there are plenty of simple strategies […]
Mortgage 101: What To Know Before You Apply
Everybody loves talking about mortgages. They’re fun, easy to understand, and a great icebreaker, right?….Wrong. Thanks to their lengthy process, technical jargon, and confusing options, mortgages have a bit of an intimidating reputation—but it doesn’t have to be that way! If you’re in the process of buying a new home and dreading the mortgage application […]