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Pricing Your House Right Still Matters Today
While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the ‘unicorn’ years, homes that are priced right are still selling quickly and seeing multiple offers right now. That’s because the number of homes for sale is still so low. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 76% of homes sold within a month and the average saw 3.5 offers in … Continue
August 2023 – Calendar of Events
Summer of Sharks – runs daily through August 31st – See and learn all about sharks at Sea Life Kansas City! Jagged Little Pill – August 1st – 6th – Come see this award winning musical based on Alanis Morissette’s famous song. Strings on the Green – Occurring every Wednesday evening through the end of … Continue
Homebuyers Are Getting Used to the New Normal
Before you decide to sell your house, it’s important to know what you can expect in the current housing market. One positive trend right now is homebuyers are adapting to today’s mortgage rates and getting used to them as the new normal. To better understand what’s been happening with mortgage rates lately, the graph below shows the … Continue
Renting or Selling Your House: What’s the Best Move?
If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. While a short-term rental can be a … Continue
Market Report: June 2023
The latest information on Kansas City area real estate market conditions
The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own
Selling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often encounter various challenges without the guidance of a real estate agent. If you’re currently considering selling your house on your own, here’s what you should know. The … Continue
July 2023 – Calendar of Events
4th of July Events Around KC Lots of July 4th events and celebrations happening around KC this month! Here are a few: Red, White, and Blue Springs – July 1st – Blue Springs, MO Ft. Leavenworth Celebration – July 4th – Ft. Leavenworth, KS Stars and Stripes Picnic (Kansas City) – July 4th – Come … Continue
Market Report: May 2023
The latest information on Kansas City area real estate market conditions
The Main Reason Mortgage Rates Are So High
Today’s mortgage rates are top-of-mind for many homebuyers right now. As a result, if you’re thinking about buying for the first time or selling your current house to move into a home that better fits your needs, you may be asking yourself these two questions: Why Are Mortgage Rates So High? When Will Rates Go … Continue
Powerful Job Market Fuels Homebuyer Demand
The spring housing market has been surprisingly active this year. Even with affordability challenges and a limited number of homes for sale, buyer demand is strong, and getting stronger. One way we know there are interested buyers right now is because showing traffic is up. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a … Continue
June 2023 – Calendar of Events
Downtown Days in Lee’s Summit – June 2-4 – Kick off summer with the free Downtown Days in Lee’s Summit! The fun includes live entertainment, craft beer tents, festival food, and carnival rides. Festa Italiana 2023 – June 2-4 – Live Music, Authentic Italian Food Booths, Kids Inflatable Play Area, Wine Tasting, Italian Motorsports show … Continue
