So you love local and fresh veggies and meats? Head to one of the many local farmers’ market around town. Yes, you can pick up eggs and butter too and if you’re lucky, a grilled Italian sausage and a fresh baked good too. Don’t miss out on the best time of year to shop local. … Continue
Things To Do In Kansas City Right Now
Covid has constrained many openings of our usual attractions but here is what’s opened right now. SEA LIFE Kansas City and LEGOLAND Discovery Center have reopened with a requirement to purchase tickets online in advance. Union Station’s restaurants and shops have begun reopening. Science City and the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium at Union Station reopened to the public on Wednesday, June 17 … Continue
Forbearance Numbers Are Lower than Expected
Originally, some housing industry analysts were concerned that the mortgage forbearance program (which allows families to delay payments to a later date) could lead to an increase in foreclosures when forbearances end. Some even worried that we might relive the 2006-2008 housing crash all over again. Once you examine the data, however, that seems unlikely. … Continue
6 Weekend Improvements with Great Resale Value
Home, may it ever be so humble. No doubt, stay- at-home orders have driven us all to the home improvement stores to spruce our homes up a bit. If you’re still trying to decide which projects you can do in a weekend that will bring a high return when it’s time to sell, consider these: … Continue
Market Report: July 2020
Kansas City real estate market conditions report for July 2020.
Experts Weigh-In on the Remarkable Strength of the Housing Market
America has faced its share of challenges in 2020. A once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, a financial crisis leaving millions still unemployed, and an upcoming presidential election that may prove to be one of the most contentious in our nation’s history all continue to test this country in unimaginable ways. Even with all of that uncertainty, the residential … Continue
2020 2nd Quarter Market Report
Helpful information about Kansas City area real estate market performance over the last quarter
Market Report: June 2020
Kansas City real estate market conditions report for June 2020.
Taking Advantage of Homebuying Affordability in Today’s Market
Everyone is ready to buy a home at different times in their lives, and despite the health crisis, today is no exception. Understanding how affordability works and the main market factors that impact it may help those who are ready to buy a home narrow down their optimal window of time to make a purchase. … Continue
U.S. Homeownership Rate Rises to Highest Point in 8 Years
For nearly two months, most of us have been following strict stay-at-home orders from our state and local governments. It is a whole new way of life that has put our daily lives on pause. On the other hand, many of us have also found a sense of comfort by slowing down and spending time … Continue
5 Tips for Summer Home Buying in Kansas City
The summer can be a hectic time for everyone. Between kids home from school, weekend jaunts to the lake, family reunions, and just trying to get more done in the summer months; many people know the summer market is a good time to move but overwhelmed with one more thing on their plate. Here are … Continue
Home Renovations in 2019? Here is a Cost vs Value Report
Are you thinking about updating your Kansas City home this year? When planning a home renovation it is important to review the cost vs the value of your renovation. We have this very tool for you to review… click here to review this Cost vs Value 2019 report. Ready to get started on your home … Continue
