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Why Buying a Home Makes More Sense Than Renting Today
Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should buy a home this year? If so, consider this. Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years. That’s because, historically, rents trend up over time. Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988. And, data from the … Continue
The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today
There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers. It’s true that rates climbed dramatically since the record-low we saw during the pandemic. But home affordability is based on more than just mortgage rates – it’s determined by a combination of mortgage rates, home prices, … Continue
2023 – 1st Quarter Market Report
Helpful information about Kansas City area real estate market performance over the last quarter
May 2023 – Calendar of Events
Peter Pan and Wendy – May 2nd – May 23rd – J.M. Barrie’s classic Peter Pan is reimagined for a new generation of theatergoers as a bright, charming, and empowering play for all ages. American Royal Youth Rodeo – May 2nd – May 3rd – The 2023 American Royal Youth Rodeo welcomes top student athletes … Continue
Market Report: March 2023
The latest information on Kansas City area real estate market conditions
Free Shredding & E-Waste Recycling Event
It’s spring cleaning time! Bring your E-Waste items for proper disposal and anything that needs to be shredded! 1-800-GOT-JUNK will be on-site to help you unload your items and we will have the Shred-It truck on-site to shred all of your documents securely. Let us know if you’re planning to attend!
How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been bouncing between 6% and 7% this year. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to buy a home or not, it’s helpful to know exactly how a 1%, or even a 0.5%, mortgage rate shift affects your purchasing power. The chart below helps show the general relationship … Continue
Get Ready: The Best Time To List Your House Is Almost Here
If you’re thinking about selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast approaching. Experts at realtor.com looked at seasonal trends from recent years (excluding 2020 as an uncharacteristic year due to the onset of the pandemic) and determined the ideal week to list a house … Continue
April 2023 – Calendar of Events
April 1st – Eat Local and Organic Expo at Johnson County Community College Attendees can talk directly with farmers as they sign up for weekly farm shares, buy transplants for their gardens, and get the freshest early spring products for their dinner tables. April 1st – Easter Egg Hunt – City of Grandview, MO – … Continue
Kansas City’s Best Farmers’ Markets
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
Market Report: February 2023
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