For most Kansas City celebrants, the holiday season hasn’t been a single non-stop flurry of activities (even though that’s what sticks in our memories). In fact, the holidays usually include more stretches of free time than we generally experience. Probably because our regular schedules get shredded over the holidays, you can usually count on … [Read more...] about Top 8 New Year’s Resolutions for Kansas City Real Estate
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November 2016 Market Report
Kansas City Real Estate Statistics at a Glance November 2016 Market Report Johnson County Real Estate Stats for November 2016: The average sales price for Johnson County year-to-date thru November 2016 was $307,324—up 7% from this time last year. Average Days on Market Until Sale: 51 Percentage of Original List Price Received: … [Read more...] about November 2016 Market Report
Top 12 Tips for a Safer Holiday Home
Our world is full of risk at every turn—from perilous jobs to dangerous driving conditions. That’s why we all love to get back to our homes and not worry about everyday safety hazards. It’s great to feel comfortable and safe at home, but is it as safe as it can be? Your home should be your haven: the place where you will be protected from harm. … [Read more...] about Top 12 Tips for a Safer Holiday Home
October 2016 Market Report
Kansas City Real Estate Statistics at a Glance October 2016 Market Report Johnson County Stats: The average sales price for Johnson County year-to-date thru October 2016 was $300,638—up 4.9% from this time last year. Average Days on Market Until Sale was 51 and Percentage of Original List Price Received was 98.2%. If you're looking to sell … [Read more...] about October 2016 Market Report
September 2016 Market Report
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How to Boost The Resale Value of Your Home
Whether you're putting your home on the market this year or in the next five years, it is a smart decision to start building your home's resale value now. Here are some ways to create a comfortable home while making it easier to put more money into your bank account on closing day. Small Maintenance and Repairs If you think that home … [Read more...] about How to Boost The Resale Value of Your Home
August 2016 Market Report
Kansas City Real Estate Statistics at a Glance It continues to be a seller's market in the Kansas City area with a limited supply of properties available. Inventory is down 30% compared to 29% for the prior month. If you're considering a move, or just want to know where your place stacks up with those homes currently listed, reach out to us. … [Read more...] about August 2016 Market Report
DIY: Fun and Profitable (but Not for Marketing a Home!)
As a way to have fun and save money at the same time, the “Do-It-Yourself” approach has millions of enthusiasts. Any number of Kansas City residents can be found on weekday evenings and Saturdays and Sundays, tinkering in garage workshops or atop ladders, “Doing-It-Themselves” with hammers, saws, and paintbrushes. There is no shortage of guides … [Read more...] about DIY: Fun and Profitable (but Not for Marketing a Home!)
July 2016 Market Report
Kansas City Real Estate Statistics at a Glance Does this have you curious as to what your home may bring in today's market? Request a home value report sent directly to your inbox. Save … [Read more...] about July 2016 Market Report
Get Credit Score in Shape Before Buying a Home
How strong is your credit score? Cleaning up your credit is essential before you make any major financial moves. Having a bad score can hurt your chances of being able to open a credit card, apply for a loan, purchase a car, or rent an apartment. It is especially important to have clean credit before you try to buy a home. With a less-than-great … [Read more...] about Get Credit Score in Shape Before Buying a Home