What are the top repairs sellers need to make?
Question: What repairs are most commonly requested of the seller during the inspection process? Is it just another “bite at the apple”...
What is causing the housing market downturn?
In the past, I had written a lot about the market shift or correction that was heading our way. Now that it is here, and make no mistake...
Market shift leading to price adjustments. Here’s what you can do.
As our real estate market continues to shift out of a seller’s market, price adjustments are becoming more prevalent. The number of homes...
Tips on the holiday real estate market
Even though the temps should approach the 60s this weekend, it may be a great time to tap into the upcoming holiday market. Yes, there is...
What to do when you find water in your basement.
Whether it is your first experience with water in your basement or not, the discovery is never fun. No one wants water in their basement....
Shawnee Mission School District area real estate market update
It is hard to believe that it is October already! As we close the books on September we continue to monitor the market shift that has...
Fireplace safety tips
There is something magical about the combination of cool fall air and the scent of a wood burning fireplace. Soon enough, neighborhood...
The ‘coming soon’ phenomenon
“Coming Soon” to an MLS near you! The words alone are exciting for most potential buyers. Especially in a low inventory market. As buyers...
Fall home checklist
I am surprised every year when summer quickly turns to fall, and this year is no different. We are less than two weeks away from the...
Why hire a buyer agent?
Honestly, the title of this column could be, “Why not hire a buyer agent?” That’s because the benefits of hiring a buyer agent are...
Realtor – commodity versus consultant
Our business has been built upon great relationships with our clients. And not just when they need to buy or sell, but all the time. We...
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I recently returned from a trip to Austin where Keller Williams Realty International hosted one of its annual national conventions called...
House person or location person – which one are you?
As I meet with potential sellers every day, many of them have the fear of the other side of the sale. Meaning, will they be able to find...