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Home Seller Series Part 5 – From Contract to Close

You’ve accepted a contract on your home…yay!  Now what?  Jen & Erik discuss the common steps and timelines that occur after you are under contract, all the way until the money hits the bank!  Join us for our 5^th and final home seller's series and learn what it might take to get that deal wrapped up!

Aimee Gray, Principal Architect of A3G Architects

Walk through the ins an outs of engaging an architect both in new construction and remodeling projects.  You might find it surprising how much having a quality architect as part of your team can make a huge difference in facets throughout your project. Need to make sure you can remodel a home you purchase?  An architect can help!  Listen in and check it out!

Today's Dream (June 1st, 2021) - A bi-monthly look at what's going on right now in Kansas City real estate.

This is our first of a new bi-monthly podcast segment featuring members of the Dream Homes by Jen team discussing current happenings in real estate.  In this episode Jen, Erik and Stevie discuss some of the causes for the home shortages, lumber shortages, and what the experts are telling us that means for real estate long term.  We also talk about the challenges being seen with real estate 'love letters' and find out that Jen can shoot zombies from horseback!! :)

Join us for another great episode!

 

Homeowner’s Insurance with Robert Raney from Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance

Robert joins Jen & Erik to discuss the basics of homeowners insurance, what it generally covers, and what is often excluded.  As home values increase it is important to understand the difference between home value and home replacement value…tune in to find out about this and more!

Water Features for your Home with Dan Stanza owner of Good Earth Water Gardens

Water features add sound, texture, and movement to landscaping designs and help homeowners to feel that their surroundings are more natural and unique.  Jen & Erik have a conversation with Dan Stanza, owner of Good Earth Water Gardens, discussing some of the ins and outs of having and maintaining your own pond, waterfall or fountain.

Title Insurance and More with Security 1st Business Development Manager Shawna Pyfrom

Shawna Pyfrom, Business Development Manager at Security 1^st Title spends some time walking us through title insurance, what it is and what it does.  We also discuss some of the other important functions title companies perform in our area during a typical home sale, and what to expect when you get to that closing table on your own transaction.  

Home Inspections with A-Pro owner Brandon Miller

A-PRO Home Inspection owner Brandon Miller joins Jen and Erik to talk inspections.  Tune in to find out more about home inspections, what they cover and what they don’t, why it’s important to have a highly trained and certified home inspector perform your inspections, how much they cost, how long they take and much more!  

Home Seller Series Part 4 – Show Me The Money!

You had us at “How much will my house sell for?” 😊  Jen & Erik walk you through some of the factors in determining what you want to list a house for, and how that price is determined.  The accuracy of online estimating tools, if you need to complete home improvement projects to get the best value for your home, along with a general understanding of the tools a Realtor will bring to the table to help you determine the best price to list your home at…these topics and more are discussed in this episode of GetRealKC!! 

Home Seller Series Part 3 - Showings and Open Houses

The Kansas City area has been a seller's market for some time, but now more than ever before in modern history sellers are in the driver's seat when it comes to residential real estate.  That doesn't mean there aren't issues to consider and steps you should take to protect yourself and give your home the best chance for selling quickly and for top dollar.  Join Jen & Erik as they walk through some of the items to consider and what to expect, when showing or having an open house for your home. 

Home Seller Series Part 2 - Home Prep and Documentation

It's time to get ready!!!   Jen & Erik walk you through common home preparation steps and discuss the pre-sale paperwork you'll need to prepare to get your current home SOLD!