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
Homeownership
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
Top Homeowner Tax Deductions That Decrease Your Tax Burden
You can't avoid paying taxes, and we all need to pay our fair share. However, paying your fair share shouldn't place an unjust burden on you. As a homeowner, your tax burden is doubled because you pay both income and property taxes. To decrease that burden and boost your tax savings, take advantage of these homeowner tax deductions. As a result, … [Read more...] about Top Homeowner Tax Deductions That Decrease Your Tax Burden
Mouse trap: Keep mice out of your KC house
Do you have a mouse in your house? Or worse—a mouse with friends in your house? We sure hope not, but unfortunately the time is now for rodent invasion in Kansas City. Our friend Robert McElwain, the regional manager for American Pest Management Kansas City—who talked termites with us back in August—explains a typical mouse’s housing … [Read more...] about Mouse trap: Keep mice out of your KC house
Where to store, donate and toss your stuff in Kansas City
Happy New Year, Kansas City! It’s time to make resolutions regarding your health, happiness—and house? That’s right, we’re just your friendly neighborhood real estate agents reminding you to set some goals for your home. Because, let’s be honest, we all have a basement, closet or bedroom that hasn’t been visited in years. January is the perfect … [Read more...] about Where to store, donate and toss your stuff in Kansas City
Bugging out? Top 5 ways to keep termites at bay
When was the last time you took a head count in your home? Because we hate to say it, but you could have millions of extra “house guests” under your roof—and in it. Sure your home was inspected before you moved in. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean you’re good to go—we wish it did! And ignoring the little buggers can be a costly mistake. After all, … [Read more...] about Bugging out? Top 5 ways to keep termites at bay
Remodel or New Home? The Pros and Cons are Significant
Last week’s Rasmussen Reports survey reported that the majority (52%) of Americans consider their home to be a family’s best investment at the same time that the number of people who are choosing to remodel their home is on the rise. According to the Houzz & Home survey, the number of people who planned improvement projects rose a dynamic 12 % … [Read more...] about Remodel or New Home? The Pros and Cons are Significant
