Kansas City New Homes Blog

Independence Day,  more than a day of fireworks!As Americans, most of us know, July 4th is our nationally recognized holiday of independence.  But what does this day really mean to you and to me?  Well, I believe we owe those in our armed forces a day of recognition and honor.  You are providing ...

10 Tips in Real Estate InvestingAfter spending a great deal of time and money, I came across some valuable information I trust will help you in your real estate investing.  At times we just need to remember what our next steps should be in order to continue to build a real estate portfolio.  So, ...

Kansas City Area Farmer's Markets Who doesn't like the taste of a juicy mouth watering watermelon, a fresh tart or tangy apple or a ripe tantalizing tomato?  How about some fresh sweet corn, ripe cantaloupe, or crispy cucumbers?  I don't think there's anything better than homegrown fruits and veg...

European Concepts in New Home DesignsI have to be honest, when my wife and I were looking at new homes, I started noticing a trend of open showers, multiple shower heads and doorless showers.  I have to admit, I like a warm shower and the thought of a doorless shower just didn't give me a warm an...

The Four D's of Success (Five Really!)You want to be successful?  Okay, here are four words that begin with the letter "D" that you will want to keep as a handy reminder.  These four critical steps to success must be posted on your mirror, monitor, bulletin board, in your car, or where ever you f...

Vacation Points of Interest!Well, it's that time of year when we all are thinking about taking some time away to spend with family, friends or just getting away from the daily grind here like my home here in Olathe, Kansas!!So it started me thinking about where would we like to go this year?  Haw...

Cheap and Easy?! I was reading an article on Four Cheap and Easy Upgrades to your Home and as I thought about this article, I couldn't help but think that I wouldn't classify these four things as "Cheap and Easy".  However, I thought I would do my due diligence and ask you?  What do you think?Her...

Father's Day should be more than just another day.  How will you spend it?I'm grateful that I my son and daughter that want to spend time with my wife and I on Father's Day.  I'm also thankful that I have my father and mother that I can share some time with on this day as well.   Spending time wi...

The Entrance to your Home is Critical Homeowners that have lived in their homes for a long period in time tend to overlook simple cosmetic flaws and buyer obstacles.  In fact, they may not even notice that crack in the wall or the ripped screen in the bedroom window, but new potential buyers will...

What is the Process and Follow-up from Your Builder?Many new home buyers are cautiously optimistic about the builder and process that goes into building a new home.  Oh yes, there is the search for the land, the house design and plans, what to put in the house when it is finished and Oh yeah, let...