Tag Archives: Kansas City Real Estate

Hidden Dangers

You take steps to protect you home from intruders, fire and other disasters, but there could be other unseen dangers lurking in your home. These dangers include carbon monoxide and radon. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas, which is … Continue reading

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10 Ways to Winterize Your Home

(Courtesy of Inman News & Lowe’s) 10 Ways to Winterize Your Home Don’t forget about exterior grading, indoor air quality By Paul Bianchina Inman News™ Share This November 18, 2011 Fall is in the air already, which means that another … Continue reading

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5 Key Home Upgrades for Aging in Place

Courtesy of Inman News 5 key home upgrades for aging in place New toilets and baths emerge to meet demand By Paul Bianchina Inman News™ Share This November 10, 2011 It’s something we’d all just as soon avoid, but there’s … Continue reading

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A Cooler Roof

Courtesy of Premier Inspection Services There are several ways to keep your cool when electrical bills make you a little hot under the collar during warm weather months. A “cool roof” lowers electrical bills and keeps a home more comfortable … Continue reading

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30-Year Mortgage Rates Hit Record Low

Mortgage rates posted mixed results this week, but the benchmark conforming 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to a record low of 4.41 percent, according to Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey. The average 30-year fixed mortgage has an average of 0.43 discount … Continue reading

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How to Home Stage Like a Pro (courtesy of American Home Shield) Household clutter, outdated décor and unpleasant odors are just a few homebuyer turnoffs. When home staging is done right, it reduces a home’s flaws and maximize its features. … Continue reading

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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home

This is a great article by Tara-Nicholle Nelson a broker in San Francisco, CA 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home In most parts of the country, the housing market is good (or great!) for buyers right now … Continue reading

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Cleaning Your Home in No Time At All

(Courtesy of American Home Shield) Cleaning Your Home in No Time At All The experts at Merry Maids offer time saving cleaning tips A well-organized house is an easy-to-care-for house. The experts at Merry Maids know this from experience and … Continue reading

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10 Easy Upgrades to Add Style & Value to Your Home

(Courtesy of American Home Shield) 10 Easy Upgrades to Add Style & Value to Your Home Sometimes, it’s the little things that make the biggest difference in the value and appeal of your home. Whether you’re trying to sell your … Continue reading

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Kitchen Remodeling on a Budget: Tips & Ideas

(Courtesy of American Home Shield) Kitchen Remodeling on a Budget: Tips & Ideas The kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in a home, so why not make yours really stand out? Whether you’re selling or simply want to … Continue reading

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