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 …

How Successful Are ‘For Sale By Owner’ Sellers?

How Successful Are ‘For Sale By Owner’ Sellers? If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may ask yourself: “How successful are ‘For Sale By Owner’ Sellers?  Could I sell my house myself and save the commission?”  If that’s you, here’s some information you may find interesting: According to The National Association of Realtors’ annual …

Remodeling Season Has Arrived

It’s that time of year.  The weather is starting to break and people are spending their tax returns like free money.  You know what that means…remodeling season has arrived!  I was reminded of this last weekend during a trip to The Home Depot.  For those who don’t already know, The Home Depot in Merriam is my …