Ever wonder why some homes sell for millions of dollars? As different as each listing might be, many share a number of common features that are known to bolster home values. If you’re on the hunt for your dream home, some of these features could be yours! Don’t worry about breaking the bank; prioritizing your […]
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Why Do We Consider Moving?
The obvious reasons for moving for many folks is job transfers! But what is really surprising, that many are looking for better weather!! WOW! Now isn’t that interesting! So are Kansas City homeowners committed to living in Kansas City because we love our weather, our baseball team (KC Royals – World Series Winners 2015), professional […]
Is it Time to Downsize your Home?
A recent study by Edelman Berland revealed that of homeowners who are contemplating selling their house in the near future 33% plan to scale down. Let’s look at a few reasons why that would make sense to many Americans. There are many advantages of selling your current house and downsizing into a smaller home that better serves […]
Home Winterization Tips in Kansas City, Kansas
As winter approaches, it’s time to get your home ready for the coming cold temperatures, ice and snow. How well you prepare your home this fall not only lower your heating bills, but help to curb your spring repair bills as well. Below are just a few things you’ll want to remember to do to […]
2013 Thanksgiving Events around Kansas City area!
The Kansas City Holiday Season is just about underway here in the area! This time of year always presents lots of fun things to do with the family! Here are a few events to look forward to as the 2013 winds down to the New Year: Downtown Kansas City Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony: This annual community event […]
2013 Annual Gobbler Grind Community Run in Overland Park KS
It’s that time of year again to celebrate one of our nation’s favorite holidays! That’s right, Thanksgiving is just around the corner! But before you stuff the turkey, bake a pumpkin pie or whip up some yams, work up an appetite at the 17th annual Gobbler Grind Run in Overland Park. This is a fun way […]
October 2013 Market Stats for homes sales in Johnson County
Johnson County homes sales continues strong in the housing resale market through the end of October, 2013. We have noticed a continued decrease of inventory as well as an increase of closed transactions, which both indicate a healthy market continues here in Johnson County. There are actually 23.4% fewer homes on the market this year […]
2013 Holiday Splendor – Luminary Walk at the Overland Park Arboretum
Have you experienced the holiday splendor of the Overland Park Arboretum during their two special two-weekend events…if not, you are in for a treat! The Overland Park Arboretum (Luminary Walk) has an absolutely delightful and magical experience! Even if you have been there, I would venture to guess you will return to enjoy the candlelit trails, the […]
Kansas City Employment Forecast
The economy is rebounding, albeit gradually, in Kansas City as well as the rest of the United States. The “Kansas City Business Journal” cites three local economists who are cautiously optimistic about the Kansas City economy and specifically the city’s employment forecast. Among the experts cited was Frank Lenk, senior director of research services for the Mid-America […]
Fewer Foreclosures in Kansas City and Nationally
The number of foreclosure filings around the country is decreasing, according to CNN-Money Magazine. Nationwide, foreclosures are down by 44 percent from August, 2012 to August, 2013. That’s the fewest number of filings since the foreclosure crisis began in 2005. According to RealtyTrac’s Darren Bloomquist, “The foreclosure floodwaters have receded in most parts of the country.” […]