• Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

    Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?,kcm crew

    Some Highlights With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.​ But how do you decide what’s worth doing? ​You lean on an agent. An agent will be able to tell you what … Continue reading →

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  • Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold

    Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold,kcm crew

    For the past few years, it’s been mostly a seller’s market. But dynamics are shifting as the number of homes for sale grows. And that means that the market is balancing out a bit. As a result, some sellers are … Continue reading →

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  • The Return to Urban Living — Why More People Are Moving Back to Cities

    The Return to Urban Living — Why More People Are Moving Back to Cities,kcm crew

    After years of suburban and rural migration during the pandemic, cities have been making a comeback in the past couple of years. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the percentage of people moving to cities has risen to … Continue reading →

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  • Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation

    Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation,kcm crew

    It feels like everything is getting more expensive these days. That’s because inflation has remained higher than normal for longer than expected – and that’s impacting the costs of goods, services, and more. And with rising costs all around you, … Continue reading →

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  • Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?

    Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?,kcm crew

    Some homeowners hesitate to sell because they’ve got unanswered questions that hold them back. But a lot of times their concerns are based on misconceptions, not facts. And if they’d just talk to an agent about it, they’d see these … Continue reading →

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  • Why You’ll Love Owning a Home

    Why You’ll Love Owning a Home,kcm crew

    Some Highlights Owning a home comes with many benefits, both non-financial and financial. From the sense of accomplishment and freedom of expression, to growing your net worth, it’s easy to fall in love with homeownership. What’s the top reason you’d … Continue reading →

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  • The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

    The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now,kcm crew

    Spring is the busiest season in the housing market. It’s the time of year when buyers are most active – that means it’s when homes sell faster and for top dollar. If you’ve already got a move on your mind, … Continue reading →

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  • Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers

    Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers,kcm crew

    If you’re like a lot of aspiring homebuyers, there’s a major hurdle standing in your way — the cost of living. From groceries to gas, eggs, and just about everything else, prices have gone up. And that rings true for home … Continue reading →

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  • A Record Percent of Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2025 – Are You?

    A Record Percent of Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2025 – Are You?,kcm crew

    This could be the year to sell your house – and here’s why. According to a recent NerdWallet survey, 15% of people are planning to buy a home this year. That’s actually a record high for this survey (see graph … Continue reading →

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  • Home Price Growth Is Moderating – Here’s Why That’s Good for You

    Home Price Growth Is Moderating – Here’s Why That’s Good for You,kcm crew

    Over the past few years, home prices skyrocketed. That’s been frustrating for buyers, leaving many wondering if they’d ever get a shot at owning a home. But here’s some welcome news: that whirlwind pace of home price growth is slowing … Continue reading →

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  • Why Buying a Home Now Is Your Winning Play

    Why Buying a Home Now Is Your Winning Play,kcm crew

    Some Highlights You may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision.​ Moving this winter can give you significant advantages, like less competition, … Continue reading →

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  • The Perks of Buying a Fixer-Upper

    The Perks of Buying a Fixer-Upper,kcm crew

    There’s no denying affordability is tough right now. But that doesn’t mean you have to put your plans to buy a home on the back burner. If you’re willing to roll up your sleeves (or hire someone who will), buying … Continue reading →

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  • The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

    The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now,kcm crew

    If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key. But some sellers haven’t adjusted to where the market is today. They’re not factoring in that there are more homes for sale or that buyers … Continue reading →

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  • Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market

    Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market,kcm crew

    The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers, especially with higher home prices and mortgage rates. And if you’re trying to buy a home, it’s easy to worry you won’t be able to find something in your budget. But … Continue reading →

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  • The Real Benefits of Buying a Home This Year

    The Real Benefits of Buying a Home This Year,kcm crew

    Have you been wondering whether you should keep renting or finally make the leap into homeownership? It’s a big decision, and let’s be real — renting can feel like the easier option, especially if buying a home feels out of … Continue reading →

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  • Time in the Market Beats Trying To Time the Market

    Time in the Market Beats Trying To Time the Market,kcm crew

    Some Highlights Are you torn between whether to buy a home now or wait? Consider this. Forecasts show prices will climb for ​at least the next 5 years. If you wait, the price of a home will be higher later on. But, … Continue reading →

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  • The Secret To Selling? Using an Agent To Get Your House Noticed

    The Secret To Selling? Using an Agent To Get Your House Noticed,kcm crew

    In a recent survey, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked sellers what they want most from a real estate agent. The number one answer was to help market their house. It makes sense. The way your agent markets your … Continue reading →

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  • Two Resources That Can Help You Buy a Home Right Now

    Two Resources That Can Help You Buy a Home Right Now,kcm crew

    A recent report from Realtor.com says 20% of Americans don’t think homeownership is achievable. Maybe you feel the same way. With inflation driving up day-to-day expenses, saving enough to buy your first home is more of a challenge. But here’s … Continue reading →

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  • How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement

    How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement,kcm crew

    If retirement is on the horizon, now’s the time to start thinking about your next chapter. And you probably want to make sure you’re set up to feel comfortable financially to live the life you want in retirement. What you … Continue reading →

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  • 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

    3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring,kcm crew

    Let’s face it — buying a home can feel like a challenge with today’s mortgage rates. You might even be thinking, “Should I just wait until spring when more homes hit the market and rates might be lower?” But here’s … Continue reading →

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