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Posted on 08/18/2020
Advantages of Home Ownership Over Renting
Most adults go through a series of predictable life stages, which include the eventual desire to be a home owner. Some people take the plunge sooner than others, but that decision is typically set in motion by changing circumstances, such as financial readiness, additions to the family, or career advancement. Owning your own home certainly has a different "feel"...
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Posted on 08/11/2020
How Many Home Showings Should You Schedule?
A home showing is a valuable opportunity for a property buyer. In certain instances, buyers will set up dozens of showings to review a wide range of residences. Meanwhile, a buyer sometimes finds the perfect residence during his or her first home showing. Ultimately, there is no set number of showings that you will need to attend before you...
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Posted on 08/04/2020
How Big Business Impacts Rural America
Photo by Vit Ducken via Pixabay There has been a lot of concern about the state of rural America and how it's being affected by large businesses. Big box stores like are said to destroy local businesses, causing an economic drought in small towns. But despite the statistics, there's a bigger picture to consider. We'll look at how...
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Posted on 07/28/2020
The Dangers of Setting the Price Too High
Photo by Billion Photos via Shutterstock When homeowners start thinking about selling, the first thing they want to know is, “How much can I sell my house for?” Your real estate agent's task is determining the fair market value with a range of prices from low to high. The spread between the two values typical is not large...
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Posted on 07/21/2020
Craft a Homebuying Blueprint
Buying a house can be simple, particularly for those who craft a blueprint before they embark on the property buying journey. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you craft an effective homebuying blueprint. 1. Analyze the Housing Market The housing market varies in cities and towns across the United States. However, if you analyze the...
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Posted on 07/14/2020
Multigenerational Properties Are Seeing an Increased Demand
Image by giselaatje from Pixabay Multigenerational properties have seen a demand spike recently, giving sellers a reason to sit up and take notice. As family dynamics shift and the economy rises and falls, property owners need to pay attention to who's buying what. We'll look at what constitutes a multigenerational property and which ones are seeing the most...
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Posted on 07/14/2020
Determining Home Value
The seller can put a price on the home but the value is ultimately, determined by the buyer. Individually, a buyer could pay over market value because they love the location, or the elevation of the home or the proximity to something that is important to them. The shortage of available homes resulting in increased competition among buyers...
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Posted on 07/07/2020
Remote Home Buying
Image by congerdesign from Pixabay If you're looking to buy a new home, there's no reason you should be limited by your geographic area. In today's digital world, buying a home in another city, another state or even in another country has never been easier or more convenient. Additionally, when you buy a home remotely, you're not limited...
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Posted on 07/22/2020
Video Tour - 17614 Lasiandra Drive, Wildwood, MO 63005
Stunning, spacious, updated atrium ranch with great curb appeal. Fresh, young, neutral decor with wood floors extending thruout most of the main level. Grand entry flanked by formal living rm & dining rm and jaw dropping view of the atrium wall of windows with view of the woods. Huge kitchen with 42" wall cabinets, butler's pantry, center island, pantry, stainless appliances. Adjoining breakfast rm with bay window, coffered ceiling and command center with built in desk and shelving. Adjoining hearth rm has vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace. Huge main floor laundry. Completing the main level is the spacious great rm; 2 half baths; a large...
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Posted on 07/22/2020
17614 Lasiandra Drive, Wildwood, MO 63005 is now new to the market!
Stunning, spacious, updated atrium ranch with great curb appeal. Fresh, young, neutral decor with wood floors extending thruout most of the main level. Grand entry flanked by formal living rm & dining rm and jaw dropping view of the atrium wall of windows with view of the woods. Huge kitchen with 42" wall cabinets, butler's pantry, center island, pantry, stainless appliances. Adjoining breakfast rm with bay window, coffered ceiling and command center with built in desk and shelving. Adjoining hearth rm has vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace. Huge main floor laundry. Completing the main level is the spacious great rm; 2 half baths; a large...
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Posted on 07/18/2020
Another Property Sold - 1244 Cottagemill Drive, Manchester, MO 63021
Welcome home to this totally updated 3-4 bed home w/ 3 full baths in popular Chadwick Estates! AAA Parkway schools! Lots of updates! Highlights include: Gorgeous hand scraped hardwood flooring! Arched 2 panel doors! Large family rm open to dining rm & kitchen! Custom built in benches in dining rm! Stunning kitchen w/ stainless appl’s, glass tile backsplash, cabinetry w/ glass fronts & lighting! Master bedrm suite w/ updated full bath! 2 more spacious bedrms & updated hall bath! Light filled walkout LL w/ WB fireplace, built in shelving, huge family rm & rec/playrm area! Finished office/bedroom w/beautiful ceramic tile, built...
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Posted on 07/07/2020
Another Property Sold - 303 Whispering Woods Drive, St Peters, MO 63304
UPDATED 2-STORY, SITUATED ON A CUL-DE-SAC, BACKING TO TREES & COMMON GROUND! Brick & Vinyl Exterior and Architectural Shingle Roof 2010 * 4 Bdrms, 2.5 Baths, 2 Car Garage & WALKOUT BASEMENT * Liv & Din Rms * HAND-SCRAPED WOOD FLOORS thru-out Main * UDPATED KITCHEN boasts Designer Ivory Cabinets w/ Mocha Glaze Accent, GRANITE COUNTERS, TILE BACKSPLASH, Oversized ISLAND w/ Overhang Seating, STAINLESS APPL: Smooth-Top Elec Range w/ Double Oven, Microwave & Dishwasher, Recessed Lighting, Pantry & Pantry Cabinet * VAULTED Family Rm w/ Woodburning Fireplace & Recessed Lighting * VAULTED Master Bdrm, Master Bath features...
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