Home Showing Tips

Believe it or not, when selling your home, no one makes more of an impact on a successful sale than you. A great Realtor will have a solid plan for attracting buyers, but without your cooperation, those showings won’t translate into offers written.  Here are some important home showing tips that will contribute to a …

What’s Included in the Sale of a House?

Whether you’re buying or selling real estate, how do you know what’s included in the sale of a house? Presumably, you’re buying or selling the house itself and the land on which it sits. But what about the fancy refrigerator, home theater, or smart thermostat? It depends. Typically, anything “permanently attached” should stay. However, it …

What’s An Escalation Clause and Why Are They Important?

What’s An Escalation Clause? The greater Kansas City metro is still a seller’s market. Currently, it’s still very common for sellers to receive multiple offers on their house. When that happens, it’s common to see offers that include an Escalation Clause, also known as an Escalatory Addendum. Simply put, an escalation clause states a buyer …

Should You Get A Home Warranty?

What is a Home Warranty? A home warranty covers things that your standard homeowner’s insurance policy will not cover.  Smart buyers and sellers can look to home warranties as a hedge against unexpected, and often expensive, repairs.  A seller can purchase a 6-month warranty for $350-$500.  When the house is sold (within that 6-month period) …