Selling Homes

Oct. 7, 2020

A Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s

A Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s | MyKCM

 

One of the best ways to build your family’s financial future is through homeownership. Recent data from the Federal Reserve indicates the net worth of a homeowner is actually over 40 times greater than that of a renter. Maybe it’s time to start thinking about buying a home, especially …

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Sept. 30, 2020

Why Selling this Fall May Be Your Best Move

 

Why Selling this Fall May Be Your Best Move | MyKCM

If you’re thinking about moving, selling your house this fall might be the way to go. Here are four highlights in the housing market that may make your decision to sell this fall an easy one.

1. Buyers Are Actively in the Market

ShowingTime, a leading real estate showing …

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Sept. 23, 2020

The Surging Real Estate Market Continues to Climb

The Surging Real Estate Market Continues to Climb | MyKCM

 

Earlier this year, realtor.com announced the release of the Housing Recovery Index, a weekly guide showing how the pandemic has impacted the residential real estate market. The index leverages a weighted average of four key components of the housing industry by tracking each of the following:

  1. Housing …
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Sept. 9, 2020

Homebuyer Traffic Is on the Rise

 

Homebuyer Traffic Is on the Rise | MyKCM

One of the biggest surprises of 2020 is the resilience of the residential real estate market. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), is now forecasting that more homes will sell this year than last year. He’s also predicting home sales to increase …

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Aug. 5, 2020

Why Homeowners Have Great Selling Power Today

 

Why Homeowners Have Great Selling Power Today | MyKCM

We’re sitting in an optimal moment in time for homeowners who are ready to sell their houses and make a move this year. Today’s homeowners are, on average, staying in their homes longer than they used to, and this is one factor driving increased homeowner equity. When equity grows …

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July 15, 2020

Does Your Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For?

 

Does Your Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For? | MyKCM

There’s great opportunity for today’s homeowners to sell their houses and make a move, yet due to the impact of the ongoing health crisis, some sellers are taking their time coming back to the market. According to Javier Vivas, Director of Economic Research at realtor.com:

“Sellers …

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June 17, 2020

Summer is the New Spring for Real Estate

 

Summer is the New Spring for Real Estate [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Let’s connect today to prepare your house for the sizzling summer market!

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Posted in Selling Homes
June 11, 2020

Getting Your Home Ready for Inspection Day

 

The Inspection-ready Home

An inspection-ready home presents itself best for evaluation and helps the entire process go more smoothly. Pillar To Post Home Inspectors recommends sellers take these steps prior to the home inspection:
ACCESS
  • Provide keys to any locked areas.
  • Allow access to the attic, basement or crawlspace …
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June 8, 2020

Tax Matters and Sales of Residences

The topic this week is tax matters!

We are not talking here about any huge new law, but refreshing all my readers’ memories of a law that was (and is) very favorable to many of your customers, but has been of little or no consequence during the past Recession, now …

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May 27, 2020

6 Reasons Why Selling Your House on Your Own Is a Mistake

 

6 Reasons Why Selling Your House on Your Own Is a Mistake | MyKCM

There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times like the one we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert help guide you through the process. If you’re considering selling on your own, known in the …

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