Kansas City Real Estate Network

March 2012 - Posts

• Kansas City,Missouri Home with Walkout Finished Basement and in Liberty Schools - Kansas City Real Estate For Sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 64157-Kansas City () FOR SALE $159,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(1) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(1) Details Address: 8629 NE 110th Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 1,600 square feet Year Built: 1997 More Details Description PRICED TO SELL! Side to side split, HUGE bedrooms, newer carpets, refinished hardwoods, vaulted ceiling in family room, newly repainted, refinished, updated kitchen, wonderful outdoor living area with over-sized deck, ready for immediate possession! Close to parks, shopping, restaurants! KCMO address with highly rated Liberty schools! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1100387626 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 30, 2012 5:22 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Kansas City Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Lee's Summit Front to Back Split with a Walkout Finished Basement - Lee's Summit, Missouri Real Estate

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 64086-Lee's Summit (Lee's Summit) FOR SALE $159,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(16) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(16) Details Address: 818 E Jack Street Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 1,600 square feet Year Built: 2007 More Details Description SELLER'S NEW HOME ALMOST COMPLETE! Front to back split in peaceful setting. Kitchen is open and friendly with adjoining dine-in, hardwoods, natural wood cabinetry, 14 foot tall fireplace compliments living room! Iron spindles, upgraded light fixtures. HUGE master bath suite with separate tub/shower, over-sized walk-in closet not in original plans. More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1130585154 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 30, 2012 4:19 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Missouri, Kansas City Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Pleasant Hill Home with a Walkout Finished Basement on Acreage - Pleasant Hill, MO. Real Estate

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 64080-Pleasant Hill (Pleasant Hill) FOR SALE $238,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(25) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(25) Details Address: 23507 E State Route P Highway Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 6 Suite: No Living Area: Year Built: 1994 More Details Description PRICED BELOW MARKET-BRING OFFER! Beautiful country setting, minutes from everything! 2 complete living areas; 2 master suites, 2 kitchens, 2 hearth rooms, game room, a large twin laundry room, huge family room, media room, and 6 enormous bedrooms. Geothermal heat and cooling makes for affordable, reliable comfort! View the woods from every window! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1100863817 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 30, 2012 1:11 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Missouri, Home For Sale

• I have my home listed and the REALTOR has found a buyer. My contract is past inspections and is scheduled to close in 2 weeks. The problem is a buyer came to my door and has offered to buy my home for more money. How can I get rid of the contract and my RE

  Question: I have my home listed and the REALTOR has found a buyer. My contract is past inspections and is scheduled to close in 2 weeks. The problem is a buyer came to my door and has offered to buy my home for more money. How can I get rid of the contract and my REALTOR so I can pursue the higher offer? John F. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: First, it will cost you some money, but I would contact an attorney. Since you are past the buyers inspections and are set to close, an attorney maybe your only way out. In the end, you may not have gained much for going after the higher offer. And who knows if the higher offer buyer will actually close.  You run the risk of being sued by the buyer, buyer's agent and your listing agent so I hope the 2nd offer is significant.  RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 30, 2012 12:30 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Wyncroft, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• Shawnee, Kansas ranch home for sale - Shawnee, KS. real estate for sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66203-Shawnee (Douglas) FOR SALE $119,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 More Photos(13) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(13) Details Address: 10425 W 64th Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Suite: No Living Area: Year Built: 1950 More Details Description WHY RENT? HARDWOODS REFINISHED THIS WEEK! Priced below market, ranch starter home. Ceramic tile throughout, granite counters and custom tile backsplash in kitchen! Wonderful yard, and hard to find full utility room adjacent to the kitchen and garage. Close to parks, new Nieman Elementary school! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1153925376 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 30, 2012 9:24 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Updated Gardner, Kansas Front to Back Split with a New Roof, Paint, Carpet, Windows and more - This Gardner Home Qualifies for a Zero Down Mortgage Loan

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66030-Gardner (Double Gate) FOR SALE $145,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(13) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(13) Details Address: 17480 S AGNES Street Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Suite: No Living Area: 1,309 square feet Year Built: 1995 More Details Description SELLER IS READY TO MOVE! Popular front to back split floorplan. Low E High Performance double hung windows, new frieze carpet, new interior and exterior paint, new roof and more. Neutral throughout. Greatroom features a vaulted ceiling with skylight. Appliances stay with accepted offer! ALL NEUTRAL, READY FOR YOUR DECORATOR'S TOUCH! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1153590430 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 30, 2012 3:38 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Gardner Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Overland Park, Kansas Side to Side Split with a 1st Floor Office and a Huge Deck - Overland Park, Kansas Real Estate For Sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66212-Overland Park (Sylvan Grove) FOR SALE $109,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(14) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(14) Details Address: 7921 W 96TH Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: Year Built: 1967 More Details Description Tremendous value in Overland Park home! Bright, popular, open floorplan expanded to include oversized kitchen with vaulted ceiling, skylight, central island with cooktop! Hardwoods in living, dining, and through second level. Expanded plan includes private office off kitchen and storage area attached to garage. 30x30 deck. Needs plenty of work! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1003774363 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 9:47 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home For Sale, Overland Park Distressed Homes

• I bought a home in Gardner, Kansas last fall. This past week I turned the air conditioner on and it blew out hot air. What should I do?

  Question: I bought a home in Gardner, Kansas last fall. This past week I turned the air conditioner on and it blew out hot air. What should I do? Pam D. from Gardner, Kansas Answer: Pam, I get this question nearly every spring. I would first review your real estate contract. If there is a home warranty, I would contact the home warranty company. If there is no home warranty, I would first review the sellers disclosure and review what the seller disclosed. I would then contact the home inspector and discuss the malfunctioning air conditioner with the inspector. The inspector may recommend having a qualified HVAC repair person inspect your air conditioner.  I recommend setting up your furnace and air conditioner on a routine yearly service maintenance checkup. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 6:45 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Ask a Question

• 6 bedroom Gardner, Kansas 2 story home with a finished basement and a huge cul-de-sac lot - Qualifies for a zero down mortgage loan - Gardner, Kansas real estate for sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66030-Gardner (Willow Brooke Estates) FOR SALE $185,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(32) Gardner 2 Story Home Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(32) Qualifies for a USDA Zero Down RD Loan! Details Address: 353 W McKinley Lane Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 4 Suite: No Living Area: 2,191 square feet Year Built: 0 More Details Description PRICED BELOW MARKET! Gardner 6 Bedroom 2-Story on a huge cul-de-sac lot. SELLER REFINISHED HARDWOODS ON MAIN! HUGE Back yard for entertaining with a 42' x 16' patio, 8 person hot tub, private fenced landscaped with fire pit and off-street parking for boat or RV via gate. Finished basement with bath. $500 decorating allowance with accepted offer! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1152559873 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 4:35 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Gardner Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Overland Park, Kansas Home with a walkout Finished Basement - Overland Park, KS. Real Estate For Sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66212-Overland Park (Rancho Santa Fe) FOR SALE $190,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9313 More Photos(18) Back of Home Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(18) 6 Living Areas 2 Family Rooms  Fireplace and a Wood Burning Stove Recroom Living Room, Hobby Room and Recroom Updated Kitchen with newer Cabinets Huge Master with 3 Walkin Closets Details Address: 9002 GRANDVIEW Drive Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 2,478 square feet Year Built: 1962 More Details Description SELLER SAYS BRING OFFER! Fantastic value in this expanded front to back split! 4 bedroom home, 3 full baths. Family room is 21 x 14, second Family room is 22 x 21, plenty of room for entertaining! All 4 bedrooms over-sized, and spacious. Remodeled kitchen with hardwoods, pantry, natural wood cabinetry. Corner lot landscaped. Over-sized garage. More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1153590420 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 2:29 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home For Sale

• I just filed for divorce. Can I use my VA eligibility to buy a home in Shawnee, Kansas.

  Question: I just filed for divorce. Can I use my VA eligibility to buy a home in Shawnee, Kansas. Joe L. from Shawnee, Kansas. Answer: Great question, Joe. You can use your VA  eligibility  to buy a home in Shawnee, Kansas when you have determined that you have full VA  eligibility,(meaning that you are currently not using your eligibility on another home), and when your divorce is finalized.  RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:49 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Kansas City Real Estate, Shawnee Real Estate, Banking, Ask a Question

• I interviewed four Kansas City REALTORS to sell my house. The recommended selling price from these REALTORS varied by $40,000 for a house we paid $220,000 for 5 years ago. How do I determine what my house should really be listed for or is worth? How do I d

  Question: I interviewed four Kansas City REALTORS to sell my house. The recommended selling price from these REALTORS varied by $40,000 for a house we paid $220,000 for 5 years ago. How do I determine what my house should really be listed for or is worth? How do I determine if the REALTORS are inflating the listing price to obtain my business?  –Cathy D. from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: You seem like a very wise seller and I appreciate your question. As a 23 year real estate veteran, my experience is that over 50% of the home sellers choose their REALTOR based on what the REALTOR says they can sell their home for. Last year, I was in competition with two other REALTORS in getting a listing. The seller decided to list with the REALTOR who suggested the highest list price. Six months later I received a call from the seller requesting another presentation because their home was expiring with the first REALTOR. I lost the second time to a family friend who was a REALTOR and who suggested that they could sell the home for a higher price. Here in March, the seller called me again to list their home. It apparently didn't sell with the second REALTOR. Choosing a REALTOR because they picked the highest list price is a bad idea. If the REALTOR'S price vary that much I would look at the sales data again and do an average of those prices eliminating the highest and the lowest numbers. Then look at that number, and use that as your basis or asking price. Selling homes is not like selling Polo shirts. Home buyers will not pay more for a home because who is marketing it to them.  Choose a REALTOR based on experience and professionalism and has the stats to back up their stats. The one that you should go with is that one, coupled with your comfort level with that person’s expertise in your marketplace. If you cannot come to a conclusion from this then use the highest estimate and make an adjustment within two weeks or more time if needed depending on your markets activity level to bring it within the best and optimal asking price. Be careful though. If you list to high, there is a good chance you will actually sell for more a much lower sales price than listing correctly at the beginning. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:01 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• Overland Park, KS. home with a finished basement - Backs to 11 acre greenspace - Overland Park, Kansas real estate for sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66213-Overland Park (Vendome) FOR SALE $254,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9313 More Photos(25) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(25) Modern Kitchen with Smooth Top Range Formal Dining Room Greatroom with Fireplace Library with Wetbar Finished Basement with 2nd Fireplace and Wetbar Sits on a Cul-de-sac Lot Backs to Treed 11 Acre Greenspace Maintenance Free Home Details Address: 12527 W 119TH Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4 Suite: No Living Area: 3,454 square feet Year Built: 1984 More Details Description PRICED BELOW MARKET! MASTER ON MAIN! AWESOME GREAT ROOM, BREATH TAKING VIEW OF TREED GREEN SPACE. Great room features crown molding, gas fireplace, 9' PLUS ceilings throughout! Formal dining, updated kitchen with solid surface counters! Master bath with jet tub, tile shower, dual vanities. Finished basement with second family room and full bath! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1101034973 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 29, 2012 8:50 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home For Sale

• I was recently contacted by mail from the Litigation Law Group out of California offering to reduce my house payment and lock in a low interest rate. I am currently not behind on my mortgage.

  Question: I was recently contacted by mail from the Litigation Law Group out of California offering to reduce my house payment and lock in a low interest rate. I am currently not behind on my mortgage. I called them and after answering a few questions about our finances a representative called me back in less than an hour and said they could knock my house payment nearly in half. He also added that he could do this because he was knocking my mortgage interest rate to below a 2% interest rate. All he needed was $2995 upfront to get started. It sounded great to my wife and I but what made us hesitate is that he wanted the money and other documents within 48 hours. If we waited we would not get such a great deal. It is called the Homeowner and Stability Program. Do you know of this program and is it a scam? –Jim L. from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: Sounds like a scam to me.I would not send them any money until I saw some type of committment letter. Most banks do not ask for more than $500 upfront to negotiate a loan modification or to approve a refinance. Try calling the state banking hotline to see if this is a legitimate lender. Good luck! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 28, 2012 7:10 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Financing, Kansas City Real Estate, Mortgage, Banking, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• If we’ve entered into an “Exclusive Right to Sell” Listing with an agent to sell our Olathe home, but we found buyers ourselves, is it reasonable to expect the Realtor to accept a reduced commission on the sale?

  Question: If we’ve entered into an “Exclusive Right to Sell” Listing with an agent to sell our Olathe home, but we found buyers ourselves, is it reasonable to expect the Realtor to accept a reduced commission on the sale? If the Realtor is not amenable to this idea, is it reasonable for us to deny him the opportunity to be our buying agent, or to demand that he accept reduced commission for such? –James T. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: With an exclusive agency it doesn’t matter where the home buyer comes from. You must agree to the terms in the signed contract unless it is amendable. Real estate contracts are not amendable by only one party. Both or all parties need to agree to changes in writing. It’s important to remember that one of the primary reasons that you are hiring a Realtor is for their knowledge of the process and guidance to the settlement table. Prior to the home going into the MLS, your REALTOR has helped established a list price, helped prepare your home for sale and started the marketing.  Your Realtor shouldn’t be faulted for not bringing a Buyer within the first 30 seconds of you deciding to sell your house. Are you certain this is the best possible offer? Remember that the terms are just important as the sales price.  Have you verified the Buyer’s pre-qualifications? Is the buyer really qualified?  What if there is a defect with the title? What if the inspections turn up a big issue? Are you comfortable with handling all of these hiccups? It is rarely in your best interest for your listing real estate agent to bring in their own Buyer. They will no longer be able to look out for your best interests. I’ve often told my home seller that getting the home buyer's offer is the easy part these days. The real work starts with negotiations and closing the real estate contract. That’s where having a real estate agent truly make a difference.  As a home seller you are looking at a small portion of the transaction. Remember all of the other elements of your move. Selling and buying. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 28, 2012 3:37 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Buyer, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• I recently submitted an offer on an REO property in Olathe with an expiration so we could hear back quickly and avoid a “highest & best offer” situation due to multiple offers.

  Question: I recently submitted an offer on an REO property in Olathe with an expiration so we could hear back quickly and avoid a “highest & best offer” situation due to multiple offers. Come to find out, the listing agent that received the offer from my real estate agent didn’t submit the offer before the expiration because he wanted to wait until more offers came in and present them all to the bank. Is this legal to hold on to an offer past the expiration before submitting it to the bank? –Julie H. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: Welcome to my world, Julie. REO and short sale contracts are not handled the same as normal real estate contracts. Typically while you still have deadlines, the banks are not required (and couldn’t care less) about meeting any deadlines you try to put on them. Trying to gain an edge to present an offer that is unacceptable to the bank will not work. The listing agent has had communication with the bank and has an idea of what the bank will accept. The listing agent will typically wait until an acceptable offer is presented.  If you think you have been dealt with dishonestly, first communicate with the listing agents broker. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 28, 2012 12:51 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Foreclosure, Ask a Question

• just inherited a house in Overland Park which I intend to sell immediately. If I advertise & sell it “As-Is”, with no property disclosures, does the home buyer have any recourse against me or can they cancel the contract for defects discovered in an in

  Question: I just inherited a house in Overland Park which I intend to sell immediately. If I advertise & sell it “As-Is”, with no property disclosures, does the home buyer have any recourse against me or can they cancel the contract for defects discovered in an inspection? –Kelly W. from Leawood, Kansas Answer: Yes, home buyers can cancel the contract during the due diligence period (Inspection Period). The inspection period is typically the first 7-15 days of the contract period. Selling “As-Is” means that you won’t be responsible for fixing anything, but Buyers have the right to know what they are buying ahead of time. You also have a duty to disclose any known defects in the home and the Buyer “could” have recourse if you knew of something and didn’t disclose it.  Your best bet is to be upfront with Buyers but of course, if you never lived there, discuss proper wording on the contract with your attorney to cover yourself for any later problems. Please consult a real estate attorney if you have questions about this. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 28, 2012 10:32 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• I'm selling my home in Olathe, Kansas and have a question about my decor. My decor is wine red in color.

  Question: I'm selling my home in Olathe, Kansas and have a question about my decor. My decor is wine red in color. I have rooms that are wine red, counter tops that are wine red and window curtains that have wine red in them. Everything I’ve read and been told is that you don’t want to have a room that is a bright bold color. . It looks great to me but would it detract buyers? –Janice R. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: Yes, having wine red decor would be undesirable to many Olathe home buyers. As much as it may look fantastic to you(I love tastefully decorated homes that show the owner’s personality), when it comes to selling, you want to appeal to as many home buyers as possible. Use neutral, clean colors. You want the home buyer to be able to imagine how they would personalize it themselves. You do not want it to look like YOUR home. If you want to get ideas on how to make your home more attractive to a broad spectrum of buyers, visit model homes and kitchen show rooms. Those places intentionally display colors that will appeal to most of the public. Enjoy staging your Olathe home for a quick and profitable sale! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 28, 2012 6:20 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• I receive depressing emails from Kansas City homeowners who have never wondered why they should do a short sale versus having their Kansas City home foreclosed on. - Loan Modification

  Weekly, I receive depressing emails from Kansas City homeowners who have never wondered why they should do a short sale versus having their Kansas City home foreclosed on.  Many of these homeowners write with great emotions, frustration and and irritation about how their banks  have messed around with them for months and still never grant their loan modification. They will write about the over promises, idiotic demands and repetitive steps in getting their loan modification granted. Although every story is different, the theme is the same. The mortgage bank lost my documents, skipped my file, gave conflicting updates by multiple representatives, or gave misleading progress reports. In the end, the homeowners received a foreclosure notice rather than the loan modification acceptance letter. By this time there is very little time to work out a short sale. Some homeowners say the banks lied to them, tricked them into going into default, refused to give them documentation that verified any verbal agreements, and then left them up a creek without a paddle. For these people, a short sale might be the answer. It's not the answer that results in homeowners keeping their homes, but it is better than a foreclosure. Most clients who we help with a short sale, wished that they would have started the short sale process much sooner. Most homeowner don't know that there is not cost and in many cases the mortgage lender will offer relocation assistance. If you know of someone who is struggling to make their house payments and have been fighting for a loan modification, maybe we can help.  RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 8:02 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Kansas City Real Estate, Foreclosure, Ask a Question, Short Sale

• Overland Park, Kansas 2 Story with a Finished Basement - Overland Park, KS. Real Estate

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66213-Overland Park (Lancaster Weybury) FOR SALE $219,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9313 More Photos(10) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(10) Finished Basement Hardwood Floors Formal Living and Dining Rooms Open Kitchen with Center Island Marvelous Master Suite Details Address: 8515 W 128 Street Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 2,388 square feet Year Built: 1996 More Details Description Popular center hall 2 story floor plan. NEW ROOF! Contemporary kitchen with center island, beautiful hardwoods. Formal dining and living rooms, great room with gas fireplace, wonderful windows overlooking backyard. Very large master bedroom, over-sized master bath, ceramic tile tub surround, custom shower. Finished basement, media room! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1151592789 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 7:13 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Geothermal Home on Acreage with a Horse Barn - Pleasant Hill, MO. Real Estate

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 64080-Pleasant Hill (Pleasant Hill) FOR SALE $238,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(25) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(25) 2 Master Suites 2 Kitchen 2 Hearthrooms Geothermal Home with Low Utility Bills Horse Barn with Stalls Acreage with a Pond Minutes to Lee's Summit Details Address: 23507 E State Route P Highway Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 6 Suite: No Living Area: Year Built: 1994 More Details Description PRICED BELOW MARKET-BRING OFFER! Beautiful country setting, minutes from everything! 2 complete living areas; 2 master suites, 2 kitchens, 2 hearth rooms, game room, a large twin laundry room, huge family room, media room, and 6 enormous bedrooms. Geothermal heat and cooling makes for affordable, reliable comfort! View the woods from every window! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1100863817 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 5:31 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Missouri, Home For Sale

• 6 Bedroom Home for Sale in Merriam, Kansas - Offstreet Parking for a Trailer, Boat or RV - Merriam, KS. Real Estate

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66202-Merriam (Fairview Park) FOR SALE 180's RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9313 More Photos(29) Side Entry Garage Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(29) Side Entry Garage with Additional Off Street Parking 2 Storage Rooms off Garage Parking for a Boat, Trailer or RV Finished Basement 2 Master Bedrooms Updated Bathrooms and Remodeled Kitchen 5 Living Areas Zoned Heating and Cooling Details Address: 6408 CRAIG Road Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 2,600 square feet Year Built: 1948 More Details Description SELLER ASKS FOR OFFER! Ranch floorplan on corner lot thoroughly updated and remodeled! New kitchen floorplan, cabinets, counters, appliances! Expanded and spacious with 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, Dual master suites, new carpet, freshly painted inside and out. 2 year old roof, zoned HVAC, Newer zoned furnaces, hot water heater, mechanicals, and more. More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1152921550 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 4:30 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Merriam Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Leawood, KS. Home with a Finished Basement and Awesome Landscaping with a Koi Pond

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66209-Leawood (Carriage Crossing) FOR SALE $279,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(15) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(15) Awesome Landscaping with a Koi Pond Finished Basement Hardwoods Details Address: 5448 W 130 Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 Suite: No Living Area: 3,244 square feet Year Built: 1992 More Details Description PRICED BELOW SUBDIVISION! 2 story floor plan, wide open and spacious! Hardwoods and carpet through main, formal dining, huge kitchen and eat-in! HUGE master suite! Lovely, peaceful deck and outdoor entertaining area! Finished basement with private living room, bedroom, and full bath. Plenty of storage! Wonderfully, professionally landscaped yard! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1105939131 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 2:07 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Leawood Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Shawnee, Kansas Luxury Home For Sale in The Wood of Hidden Valley

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66216-Shawnee (The Woods of Hidden Valley) FOR SALE $339,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9313 More Photos(25) 2-Story Home on a Cul-de-sac Lot Newer Roof Newer Interior and Exterior Paint Remodeled Kitchen Gorgeous Huge Master Bedroom Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(25) Details Address: 14216 W 51 Court Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Suite: No Living Area: 2,857 square feet Year Built: 1998 More Details Description Private cul-de-sac home backing to permanent green space on HUGE lot! 2 Story, open floorplan, brilliantly lit with plenty of sunshine streaming through the windows. Heavily updated, granite, natural slate backsplash and mantel trim, newer roof and gutters, exterior of home repainted, deck stained, breathtaking master bath -Euro shower and jet tub! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1154161832 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 12:39 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Shawnee, Kansas home for sale - Shawnee real estate for sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66203-Shawnee (Douglas) FOR SALE $119,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(9) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(9) Details Address: 10425 W 64th Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Suite: No Living Area: Year Built: 1950 More Details Description WHY RENT? Priced below market, ranch starter home. Hardwoods and ceramic tile throughout, granite counters and custom tile backsplash in kitchen! Wonderful yard, and hard to find full utility room adjacent to the kitchen and garage. Close to parks, new Nieman Elementary school! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1153925376 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 9:19 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Home For Sale

• I offered $225,000 for a short sale property in Overland Park, Kansas with 10% down. The seller countered that buyer must be willing to put 20% down if the lender requires. I accepted the counter, hoping 20% will not be needed and escrow has been opened.

  Question: I offered $225,000 for a short sale property in Overland Park, Kansas with 10% down. The seller countered that buyer must be willing to put 20% down if the lender requires. I accepted the counter, hoping 20% will not be needed and escrow has been opened. The sellers lender has responded that they want 20% down on this property due to poor condition. I do not have that much cash. Please get back to me asap. Can I get out of this contract? –Nygen from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: If you agreed to buy the Overland Park home with 20% down, then you cannot get out of the contract for the reason “my lenders wants 20% down”. However, if you are in your “contingency period”, which is usually 10 days from the acceptance date, you have other ways out of the contract. For example, during your contingency period, you can get out of the contract without losing your deposit if: - You get a home inspection and don’t like what you find (this inspection typically runs anywhere from $250-400), or you get a pest inspection and don’t like what you find (this is usually the cheapest inspection to get at about $75), - You read the Natural Hazard Disclosures and don’t like what you find (this is paid for by the sellers). Your contract outlines these details and your real estate agent should be happy to explain it to you. Frankly, your real estate agent should have instructed you NOT to accept the counter offer in the first place, since you were not truly willing/able to put 20% down. It’s too late now, but in the future, do not sign agreements that do not 100% meet your needs. If you've past the contingency period, I would suggest contacting a real estate attorney, if you still want out of the real estate contract. An attorney maybe able to negotiate keeping the down payment at 10% if your lender can approve the mortgage loan with 10% down. I hope this information is helpful. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2012 8:02 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Buyer, Foreclosure, Overland Park Distressed Homes

• Choosing an Overland Park, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate

  Choosing an Overland Park, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate Remember the 1994 American epic comedy-drama romance film classic Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks? There are many famous quotes from this popular film classic, but one quote that stands out is, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” The quote is good but how Tom Hanks delivers the quote in the movie with his slow southern accent to made it authentic makes the quote memorable and great. Alongside death and public speaking, buying and selling real estate is listed as one of life’s most terrifying situations, so there is probably no surprise that choosing an Overland Park, KS. real estate agent is very stressful for many Overland Park homeowners. If you choose the wrong Overland Park, Kansas real estate agent when listing your home, there is a possibility that you will spend the next 210 days keeping your house spotless and wondering why home buyers never find your house online. Choosing an Overland Park, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate. You never know what you’re going to get. How do you eliminate the when choosing an Overland Park, Kansas Real Estate Agent? First, write down your goals. What are you trying to achieve? Get a bigger home, relocate across the country, or maybe downsize? What is most important to you: pricing, time, convenience? Is good communication important? These are some important questions to address before choosing an Overland Park real estate agent. Second, research real estate agents. Google Overland Park, Kansas real estate agents. Professional real estate agents will have a marketing plan to market their listings online; as well as, be able to market themselves online. Then, interview the top 3 choices. Schedule an appointment with your top three choices and ask questions that will address your goals. Don’t fall for the sales spiel. Overall, when choosing an Overland Park real estate agent, you will choose the agent, not the company. Make your decision based on the sales professionals knowledge of the market, their professionalism and customer service skills. Lucky for you, the agents of the Kansas City Real Estate Network are trained with these factors in mind, so choosing one should be an easy choice when you are ready to sell a home. Checkout the Kansas City Real Estate Network's 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Monday, March 26, 2012 5:39 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Seller, Overland Park

• Overland Park, KS. Home for Sale with Mommoth MBR, 5 Living Areas and Finished Basement - Updated! Overland Park, Kansas real estate for sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66212-Overland Park (Rancho Santa Fe) FOR SALE $190,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(18) Back of Home View Pics of Home! Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(18) 5 Living Areas Including: 2 Family Rooms Recroom Living Room Hobby Room Breakfast Room Master Bedroom with: Sitting Room Private Bathroom 3 Walkin Closets Details Address: 9002 GRANDVIEW Drive Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 2,478 square feet Year Built: 1962 More Details Description SELLER SAYS BRING OFFER! Fantastic value in this expanded front to back split! 4 bedroom home, 3 full baths. Family room is 21 x 14, second Family room is 22 x 21, plenty of room for entertaining! All 4 bedrooms over-sized, and spacious. Remodeled kitchen with hardwoods, pantry, natural wood cabinetry. Corner lot landscaped. Over-sized garage. More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1153590420 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Monday, March 26, 2012 4:16 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home For Sale

• Shawnee, Kansas Luxury Home with Ultimate "Man Cave" with Dream Kitchen, Euro Shower, Bedroom and Media Room - Shawnee, KS. Real Estate For Sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66216-Shawnee (Shawnee) FOR SALE $349,999 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart Team Email Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(25) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(25) Dream "Man Cave" with Bedroom, Kitchen and Media Room! On Cul-de-sac Lot Backs to Greenspace Details Address: 13205 W 54th Terrace Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Suite: No Living Area: 3,614 square feet Year Built: 2005 More Details Description PRICE REDUCED TO SELL! Spacious 2 story floor plan! Kitchen with granite, hardwoods, island, walk-in pantry. Great room with fireplace, built-ins and sunshine! Finished basement with fifth bedroom, and SECOND DREAM kitchen with bamboo flooring, granite, stainless appliances! 2 bonus rooms, (den/study and exercise/playroom). New paint throughout. More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1101034927 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Monday, March 26, 2012 2:49 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Luxury Home, Home For Sale

• My wife and I suffered a foreclosure on our Olathe home almost 4 years ago. We have saved up $15,000, but haven’t had a chance to rebuild our credit. We are tired of renting and are looking to buy a home in Gardner, Kansas.

  Question: My wife and I suffered a foreclosure on our Olathe home almost 4 years ago. We have saved up $15,000, but haven’t had a chance to rebuild our credit. We are tired of renting and are looking to buy a home in Gardner, Kansas. We are hoping to buy in the $100,000 to $150,000 price range. We make $57,000 a year. Would a loan be possible? –Allan T. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: You need to speak with a mortgage banker to answer this question. Credit scores are important for mortgage loans. If your credit is still “bad” I suggest you start immediately working on repairing your credit scores. A mortgage professional will best be able to guide you through the process. Since you will be looking to buy a home in Gardner, I would suggest contacting a mortgage banker who specializes with the USDA Rural Development loan. If you need a referral on a great USDA specialist, lets talk. I have some great mortgage bankers I can suggest. Once you get pre-approved for a mortgage loan you can start looking for a home in Gardner! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Monday, March 26, 2012 11:52 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Gardner Real Estate, Home Buyer

• Roe Manor Heights home for sale in Roeland Park, Kansas

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66205-Roeland Park (Roe Manor Heights) FOR SALE $157,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(22) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(22) Details Address: 5531 Sherwood Drive Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Suite: No Living Area: 1,625 square feet Year Built: 1950 More Details Description WHY RENT? Roeland Park ranch priced below market, terrific value, move-in ready! 3 bedrooms with upgraded baths and finished basement. Newer windows, upgraded electrical and plumbing, fantastic deck overlooks private backyard. Wonderful park across the street. Near schools, shopping, restaurants, highway. Inspected prior to listing, More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1154141038 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Monday, March 26, 2012 9:16 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Roeland Park Real Estate, Home For Sale

• I’m a first time home buyer who is looking to buy a home in Gardner, Kansas. I know I have bad credit. What can I do to get into a house? Is there any help or hope for a bad credit first time home buyer?

  Question: I’m a first time home buyer who is looking to buy a home in Gardner, Kansas. I know I have bad credit. What can I do to get into a house? Is there any help or hope for a bad credit first time home buyer? –Jamie H. from Gardner, Kansas Answer: I would contact a mortgage lender who helps people with credit problems. A good lender can help you get setup with a credit repair program. You will be a home owner in Gardner in no time! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Sunday, March 25, 2012 12:16 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Gardner Real Estate, Home Buyer, Ask a Question, Buyers

• Four Colonies Single Family Home for sale in Lenexa, Kansas

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66215-Lenexa (Four Colonies) FOR SALE $167,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(17) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(17) Details Address: 12340 W 82nd Place Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Suite: No Living Area: 2,976 square feet Year Built: 1976 More Details Description Tremendous Value! Four bedroom, three bath villa home, all exterior maintenance included. Terrific, open main level with kitchen, bath, formal dining, and fireplace, Loft office/den overlooking living room and main floor. Partially finished basement with bedroom, (perfect for older child), plenty of storage. or could be finished as recreation room. More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1154075597 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Sunday, March 25, 2012 9:14 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Lenexa Real Estate, Home For Sale

• It has happened couple of times the past couple weeks. After a showing, the agent would leave feedback that the buyer loved my house and were very interested in buying, but my Realtor will never hear from the agent again. What happened?

  Question: It has happened couple of times the past couple weeks. After a showing, the agent would leave feedback that the buyer loved my house and were very interested in buying, but my Realtor will never hear from the agent again. What happened?  –Stanley from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: There is no simple answer. The buyers may have loved your home, but then fell in love with another home after yours. They could have done a comparison study and may have found a home that was better priced. The agent could have also just been being nice and pointing out nice things or being polite. I would suggest having a Saleability review completed on your home. In 22 years, the Saleability review has offered much insight for home sellers. Be prepared to either make physical changes to your home or lower the price. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Saturday, March 24, 2012 12:02 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• The Woods of Hidden Valley in Shawnee, Kansas Luxury Home For Sale

  Details Photo Gallery View Rooms 66216-Shawnee (The Woods of Hidden Valley) FOR SALE $339,000 RE/MAX Dowell Taggart TeamEmail Dowell Taggart Work: 913-712-9204 Business: 913-712-9204 Cell: 913-712-9204 Fax: 913-901-1514 More Photos(25) Quick Links Virtual Tour Request More Info Email Listing More Photos(25) Details Address: 14216 W 51 Court Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Suite: No Living Area: 2,857 square feet Year Built: 1998 More Details Description Private cul-de-sac home backing to permanent green space on HUGE lot! 2 Story, open floorplan, brilliantly lit with plenty of sunshine streaming through the windows. Heavily updated, granite, natural slate backsplash and mantel trim, newer roof and gutters, exterior of home repainted, deck stained, breathtaking master bath -Euro shower and jet tub! More Description Brokered and Advertised by RE/MAX Premier Realty - Overland Park, Olathe, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Shawnee & Kansas City LID 1154161832 Our client expect facts, not fiction. Despite advertising claims to the contrary, the Internet is NOT an experienced Real Estate Professional. It cannot consult, counsel, advise and have knowledge of market conditions and laws. Furthermore, data by itself can be very misleading. To obtain an accurate interpretation of any information you're receiving on line, please contact the Dowell Taggart Team RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Saturday, March 24, 2012 9:30 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Luxury Home, Home For Sale

• I have a question regarding short sale ratification. If my contract was ratified weeks ago with the seller paying closing cost, can the seller's bank now change the details of the contract and refuse to pay closing cost?

  Question: I have a question regarding short sale ratification. If my contract was ratified weeks ago with the seller paying closing cost, can the seller's bank now change the details of the contract and refuse to pay closing cost? –Kathy G. from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: Even though the seller accepted a contract weeks ago the seller's lender still needs to approve the contract. The lender can either accept, decline or counter the contract. Many times as you have found out, the  lender will counter with paying no closing cost. You may counter with a higher offer and adding the closing cost back into the contract. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 23, 2012 11:48 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Buyer, Short Sale

• There is a house I am pursuing that is about to be foreclosed on in Olathe, Kansas. Johnson County has assessed the property at $172,000, but is on the market for $210,000. What would be a good bottom dollar number for a short sale offer on this house in O

  Q: There is a house I am pursuing that is about to be foreclosed on in Olathe, Kansas. Johnson County has assessed the property at $172,000, but is on the market for $210,000. What would be a good bottom dollar number for a short sale offer on this house in Olathe? I know the bank doesn’t want to foreclose on it because of all the fees included in it. Please help! –Ally from Olathe, Kansas A: You are certainly correct about the bank not wanting to foreclose on the property…they will recover much less of their investment should the property go to auction. However, it is somewhat misleading to base the actual value of the property on the tax assessment as those are notoriously off. The tax assessment is not a true value of the property. You would want to compare the home you are pursuing to other homes in the subdivision that have sold. This will help in determining the value of the home. Additionally it’s important to determine how many lien holders (lenders) the property has. While the primary lien holder may be willing to close for x amount, it may mean the secondary lien holder is left out and they and they may refuse to negotiate. When making an offer on the short sale, you will want to find out who the lien holders are, and who the investors are (FHA, VA, FREDDIE, etc) and if the mortgage liens are portfolio liens or investor loans because that will play a huge role in what your “bottom dollar” offer will look like, while still getting the offer accepted. I have a team of Olathe REALTORS who have experience and training in short sales and they will be able to help guide you. Wish you success in getting your home in Olathe! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 22, 2012 3:21 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Buyer, Ask a Question, Short Sale

• Can a Kansas City Realtor help my family find a house to rent to own. We are desperate and do not know the best way to find a home in Kansas City.

  Question: Can a Kansas City Realtor help my family find a house to rent to own. We are desperate and do not know the best way to find a home in Kansas City. Last year was an unfortunate year with a sudden illness, my husband lost his job and a bankruptcy. I have a stable fulltime job for over 14 years as a Physical Therapist with a very good salary. My income should increase after recently receiving my doctorate degree. We had good credit, owned houses until last year. I have a down payment, we just really need help as our luck has been poor. We are educated people but we just don’t know what we are doing and we need a home this spring. I appreciate any information. –Dorthy, Kansas City Answer: Dorothy- Your situation is not unusual and I sympathize with your situation which I see often in Kansas City. You do need a seasoned professional that understands how to work a lease purchase contract. It takes a seasoned professional to structure the offer and present it to the seller. The seller will require the stability of a Buyer; as well as, a larger than normal down payment like 10% down.  RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 22, 2012 2:04 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Financing, Kansas City Real Estate, Mortgage, Banking, Home Buyer, Ask a Question

• Choosing an Olathe, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate

  Choosing an Olathe, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate Remember the 1994 American epic comedy-drama romance film classic Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks? There are many famous quotes from this popular film classic, but one quote that stands out is, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” The quote is good but how Tom Hanks delivers the quote in the movie with his slow southern accent to made it authentic makes the quote memorable and great. Alongside death and public speaking, buying and selling real estate is listed as one of life’s most terrifying situations, so there is probably no surprise that choosing an Olathe, KS. real estate agent is very stressful for many Olathe homeowners. If you choose the wrong Olathe, Kansas real estate agent when listing your home, there is a possibility that you will spend the next 210 days keeping your house spotless and wondering why home buyers never find your house online. Choosing an Olathe, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate. You never know what you’re going to get. How do you eliminate the when choosing an Olathe, Kansas Real Estate Agent? First, write down your goals. What are you trying to achieve? Get a bigger home, relocate across the country, or maybe downsize? What is most important to you: pricing, time, convenience? Is good communication important? These are some important questions to address before choosing an Olathe real estate agent. Second, research real estate agents. Google Olathe, Kansas real estate agents. Professional real estate agents will have a marketing plan to market their listings online; as well as, be able to market themselves online. Then, interview the top 3 choices. Schedule an appointment with your top three choices and ask questions that will address your goals. Don’t fall for the sales spiel. Overall, when choosing an Olathe real estate agent, you will choose the agent, not the company. Make your decision based on the sales professionals knowledge of the market, their professionalism and customer service skills. Lucky for you, the agents of the Kansas City Real Estate Network are trained with these factors in mind, so choosing one should be an easy choice when you are ready to sell a home. Checkout the Kansas City Real Estate Network's 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 21, 2012 5:36 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Olathe, Home Seller

• Choosing a Leawood, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate

  Choosing a Leawood, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate Remember the 1994 American epic comedy-drama romance film classic Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks?   There are many famous quotes from this popular film classic, but one quote that stands out is, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” The quote is good but how Tom Hanks delivers the quote in the movie with his slow southern accent to made it authentic makes the quote memorable and great. Alongside death and public speaking, buying and selling real estate is listed as one of life’s most terrifying situations, so there is probably no surprise that choosing a Leawood, KS. real estate agent is very stressful for many Leawood homeowners. If you choose the wrong Leawood, Kansas real estate agent when listing your home, there is a possibility that you will spend the next 210 days keeping your house spotless and wondering why home buyers never find your house online. Choosing a Leawood, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate. You never know what you’re going to get. How do you eliminate the when choosing a Leawood, Kansas Real Estate Agent? First, write down your goals. What are you trying to achieve? Get a bigger home, relocate across the country, or maybe downsize? What is most important to you: pricing, time, convenience? Is good communication important? These are some important questions to address before choosing a Leawood real estate agent. Second, research real estate agents. Google Leawood, Kansas real estate agents. Professional real estate agents will have a marketing plan to market their listings online; as well as, be able to market themselves online. Then, interview the top 3 choices. Schedule an appointment with your top three choices and ask questions that will address your goals. Don’t fall for the sales spiel. Overall, when choosing a Leawood real estate agent, you will choose the agent, not the company. Make your decision based on the sales professionals knowledge of the market, their professionalism and customer service skills. Lucky for you, the agents of the Kansas City Real Estate Network are trained with these factors in mind, so choosing one should be an easy choice when you are ready to sell a home. Checkout the Kansas City Real Estate Network's 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 16, 2012 5:30 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Leawood Real Estate, Home Seller

• Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Lenexa real estate agent when listing your Lenexa, KS. home for sale!

  Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Lenexa real estate agent when listing your Lenexa, KS. home for sale! Did you know that a majority of the real estate activity during a listing is during the first 3 weeks? So why list your Leawood home for 6 months or longer? What happens if you choose the wrong Lenexa real estate agent? You will spend months preparing your home for sale and the "Top Dollar" home buyers will miss seeing your home. How do you remove the  of listing your Lenexa home.  Choose an Lenexa, Kansas real estate agent who has a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, an aggressive new media marketing program and a plan to sell your Lenexa, Kansas home within 30 days. Checkout the Real Estate Wizards of Lenexa, Kansas  30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 15, 2012 8:58 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Lenexa Real Estate, Home Seller

• Choosing a Gardner, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate

  Choosing a Gardner, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate Remember the 1994 American epic comedy-drama romance film classic Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks? There are many famous quotes from this popular film classic, but one quote that stands out is, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” The quote is good but how Tom Hanks delivers the quote in the movie with his slow southern accent to made it authentic makes the quote memorable and great. Alongside death and public speaking, buying and selling real estate is listed as one of life’s most terrifying situations, so there is probably no surprise that choosing a Gardner, KS. real estate agent is very stressful for many Gardner homeowners. If you choose the wrong Gardner, Kansas real estate agent when listing your home, there is a possibility that you will spend the next 210 days keeping your house spotless and wondering why home buyers never find your house online. Choosing a Gardner, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate. You never know what you’re going to get. How do you eliminate the when choosing a Gardner, Kansas Real Estate Agent? First, write down your goals. What are you trying to achieve? Get a bigger home, relocate across the country, or maybe downsize? What is most important to you: pricing, time, convenience? Is good communication important? These are some important questions to address before choosing a Gardner real estate agent. Second, research real estate agents. Google Gardner, Kansas real estate agents. Professional real estate agents will have a marketing plan to market their listings online; as well as, be able to market themselves online. Then, interview the top 3 choices. Schedule an appointment with your top three choices and ask questions that will address your goals. Don’t fall for the sales spiel. Overall, when choosing a Gardner real estate agent, you will choose the agent, not the company. Make your decision based on the sales professionals knowledge of the market, their professionalism and customer service skills. Lucky for you, the agents of the Kansas City Real Estate Network are trained with these factors in mind, so choosing one should be an easy choice when you are ready to sell a home. Checkout the Kansas City Real Estate Network's 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Sunday, March 11, 2012 5:25 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Gardner Real Estate, Home Seller, Gardner

• Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Shawnee real estate agent when listing your Shawnee, KS. home for sale!

  Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Shawnee real estate agent when listing your Shawnee, KS. home for sale! Did you know that a majority of the real estate activity during a listing is during the first 3 weeks? So why list your Leawood home for 6 months or longer? What happens if you choose the wrong Shawnee real estate agent? You will spend months preparing your home for sale and the "Top Dollar" home buyers will miss seeing your home. How do you remove the  of listing your Shawnee home.  Choose an Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent who has a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, an aggressive new media marketing program and a plan to sell your Shawnee, Kansas home within 30 days. Checkout the Real Estate Wizards of Shawnee, Kansas  30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Sunday, March 11, 2012 8:56 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Home Seller

• How long should you list your Kansas City home for sale with a Kansas City real estate agent and who should I choose to list my Kansas City property for sale with this spring?

  How long should you list your Kansas City home for sale with a Kansas City real estate agent and who should I choose to list my Kansas City property for sale with this spring? Did you know that 90% of the real estate activity during the listing period is during the first 30 days? Yep. So it doesn’t make sense to list for more than 30 days, doesn’t it? First, a professional Kansas City real estate agent will have an aggressive 30 Day Listing program for Kansas City homeowners. Second, what is more important than how long you list your Kansas City home for sale is the real estate agent you choose to list with to market and sell your Kansas City house. Choose a veteran full time professional real estate agent who understands that 92% of the Kansas City home buyers use the internet to search and view Kansas City homes online sometime during the home buying process. An aggressive real estate marketing program by a Kansas City REALTOR should consist of a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, and an aggressive new media program. Although choosing a company brand may seem like a safe bet, the real estate company you choose will do very little to market your Kansas City property. It is the individual real estate agent you choose who will market and sell your home. In a nut shell, not all agents from Coldwell Banker, Reece and Nichols, Keller Williams, Realty Executives, RE/MAX and Prudential are they same. Kansas City real estate agents from each real estate brand have individual marketing and sales plans. Many Kansas City home buyers find searching Kansas City real estate on Google and interviewing the top 3 real estate agents they find helpful in choosing a Kansas City REALTOR. Research and choose a Kansas City real estate agent wisely. If you choose a Kansas City REALTOR who can’t be found on Google or can’t get your Kansas City listing found on the internet, how will Kansas City home buyers find your home? Checkout the Dowell Taggart Team’s 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Saturday, March 10, 2012 10:54 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Kansas City Real Estate, Kansas City, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• My husband came home from work last night and said that he has been offered a relocation opportunity to one o three places. Where can I find information about Olathe, Kansas?

  Question: My husband came home from work last night and said that he has been offered a relocation opportunity to one o three places. One of those places is Olathe, Kansas. I've been trying to find out about conditions in an area. I’ve contacted the Chamber of Commerce,the Police Department and and the City of Olathe.They all tell me that the law won’t let them tell me about crime rates, types of shopping and sexual predators in the area. I’ve also asked a couple Olathe Realtors and they say they don’t have that kind of information, but they have homes listed there. Where can I find information about Olathe, Kansas? Kelly U. from St. Louis, MO. Answer: Sorry you have had problems finding specific information about Olathe, Kansas. HUD laws prevent many professionals from offering demographics and characteristics about communities. Real estate agents can direct you to websites that will help you obtain the information you want. I have added many links about Olathe, Kansas on my website at: Links on Olathe, Kansas. Hopefully this information helps and you choose Olathe, Kansas as your next home. If I can help further, please feel free to contact me. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 07, 2012 1:15 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Buyer, Olathe, Ask a Question

• Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Gardner real estate agent when listing your Gardner, KS. home for sale!

  Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Gardner real estate agent when listing your Gardner, KS. home for sale! Did you know that a majority of the real estate activity during a listing is during the first 3 weeks? So why list your Leawood home for 6 months or longer? What happens if you choose the wrong Gardner real estate agent? You will spend months preparing your home for sale and the "Top Dollar" home buyers will miss seeing your home. How do you remove the  of listing your Gardner home.  Choose an Gardner, Kansas real estate agent who has a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, an aggressive new media marketing program and a plan to sell your Gardner, Kansas home within 30 days. Checkout the Real Estate Wizards of Gardner, Kansas  30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Wednesday, March 07, 2012 9:52 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Gardner Real Estate, Home Seller, Gardner

• My apartment lease is up at the end of June and I would like to buy a house in Olathe and move right in. When should I contact a Realtor to start looking for a new house in Olathe? How long does the process usually take?

  Question: My apartment lease is up at the end of June and I would like to buy a house in Olathe and move right in. When should I contact a Realtor to start looking for a new house in Olathe? How long does the process usually take? Lisa H. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: Hi, Congratulations, Lisa, on making a decision to buy a house. Since homes in Olathe are selling quickly, I would recommend contacting a buyers agent 4-6 months before you are wanting to move. Since June is within 6 months, I would start interviewing buyers agents in the next week. Talk to several buyers agents and find one that clicks with you and that you feel will help you find the perfect house for you. The process of finding a home can take 1-2 months and the process to close a non-distressed house can take 20-45 days. Good luck in your house hunt! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2012 1:04 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Buyer, Olathe, Ask a Question

• How long should you list your Shawnee, KS. home for sale with a Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent and who should I choose to list my Shawnee property for sale with this spring?

  How long should you list your Shawnee, KS. home for sale with a Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent and who should I choose to list my Shawnee property for sale with this spring? Did you know that 90% of the real estate activity during the listing period is during the first 30 days? Yep. So it doesn’t make sense to list for more than 30 days, doesn’t it? First, a professional Shawnee real estate agent will have an aggressive 30 Day Listing program for Shawnee homeowners. Second, what is more important than how long you list your Shawnee, Kansas home for sale is the real estate agent you choose to list with to market and sell your Shawnee house. Choose a veteran full time professional real estate agent who understands that 92% of the Shawnee, Kansas home buyers use the internet to search and view Shawnee, KS. homes online sometime during the home buying process. An aggressive real estate marketing program by a Shawnee REALTOR should consist of a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, and an aggressive new media program. Although choosing a company brand may seem like a safe bet, the real estate company you choose will do very little to market your Shawnee property. It is the individual real estate agent you choose who will market and sell your home. In a nut shell, not all agents from Coldwell Banker, Reece and Nichols, Keller Williams, Realty Executives, RE/MAX and Prudential are they same. Real estate agents from each real estate brand have individual marketing and sales plans. Many Shawnee, Kansas home buyers find searching Shawnee Kansas real estate on Google and interviewing the top 3 real estate agents they find helpful in choosing a Shawnee REALTOR. Research and choose a Shawnee real estate agent wisely. If you choose a Shawnee REALTOR who can’t be found on Google or can’t get your Shawnee listing found on the internet, how will Shawnee home buyers find your home? Checkout the Dowell Taggart Team’s 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Tuesday, March 06, 2012 10:46 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• Last fall I bought a home in Overland Park. I found out that I bought a "Money Pit", What can I do?

  Last fall I bought a home in Overland Park. I found out that I bought a "Money Pit", What can I do? Question: Last fall I bought a home in Overland Park. I did not move in right after closing because I had to sell my home I was living in.  During the negotiations of our home I reviewed the sellers disclosure and even discussed it with my inspector while he was inspecting the home. The inspector noted a few issues, but overall I was happy with the home. Once I moved into my new home, I found out that I bought a "Money Pit." I have found out from neighbors and contractors that the seller knew of major problems in the home, but have never disclosed. We even found out that a rabid bat killed the previous families dog. We have discovered bats living in our attic. What can we do? Angela L. from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: I would first have a discussion with your agent, if you had one. If you did not have an agent have a discussion with the listing agent and their broker. If a suitable remedy can't be reached, I would recommend talking to an attorney. There sounds like some serious issues that have not been disclosed by the seller. I once had one of my buyers in a similar situation. My client won a very sizable award in court. Best of luck! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Monday, March 05, 2012 1:41 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Buyer, Olathe, Ask a Question

• Last fall I had my home in Olathe on the market and it did not sell. The feedback from real estate agents was mostly negative.

  Question: Last fall I had my home in Olathe on the market and it did not sell. The feedback from real estate agents was mostly negative. I heard that my green counter tops in the kitchen, pink walls in the bedrooms and my decor turned buyers off. I plan on putting my home back on the market this spring. Do you think it is better to neutralize my home or offer a decorating allowance? Pam F. from Olathe, Kansas Answer: As a real estate agent, I get asked this question quite frequently. First, if you offer a decorating allowance, buyers will still not see past the decor choices. I recommend using neutral color choices on your home. Specialized colors and decor choices will cut down on the number of buyers, even if you're offering a decorators allowance. Buyers can't see past what they see. I would recommend having a staging expert view your home and have them recommend specific options for you.    RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Sunday, March 04, 2012 1:25 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Olathe, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• We currently have a 30 year FHA loan and we have been in our Overland Park house for 12 years. My wife and I have heard that this is a great time to buy because house values have hit their bottom. We have decided to buy bigger a house here in Overland Park

  Question: We currently have a 30 year FHA loan and we have been in our Overland Park house for 12 years. My wife and I have heard that this is a great time to buy because house values have hit their bottom. We have decided to buy bigger a house here in Overland Park. How do we go about selling our current house and purchasing a bigger house? Adam & Kerry H. from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: First, you are right that houses in Overland Park may have hit their bottom and that it is a great time to buy a house. I would first  contact a real estate marketing specialist in Overland Park. Have them provide you with a Comparative Market Analysis to see what your house is worth. After reviewing the comparable sales for your house, you will have a good idea what you can sell your house for and whether you can make the next step of selling your current house and buying a bigger house. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Saturday, March 03, 2012 1:27 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Overland Park Real Estate, Home Buyer, Home Seller, Overland Park, Ask a Question

• Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Olathe real estate agent when listing your Olathe, KS. home for sale!

  Choose a 30 Day Listing Program with an Olathe real estate agent when listing your Olathe, KS. home for sale! Did you know that a majority of the real estate activity during a listing is during the first 3 weeks? So why list your Leawood home for 6 months or longer? What happens if you choose the wrong Olathe real estate agent? You will spend months preparing your home for sale and the "Top Dollar" home buyers will miss seeing your home. How do you remove the  of listing your Olathe home.  Choose an Olathe, Kansas real estate agent who has a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, an aggressive new media marketing program and a plan to sell your Olathe, Kansas home within 30 days. Checkout the Real Estate Wizards of Olathe, Kansas  30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Saturday, March 03, 2012 9:47 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Olathe, Home Seller

• I made an offer on an Olathe foreclosure home last December. I just found out that the bank has canceled the real estate contract days before closing. Can they do this?

  Question: As a first time home buyer I was excited to being able to buy my first home. I made an offer on an Olathe foreclosure home last December. In January my offer was accepted by the bank and so my real estate agent recommended that we complete our inspections. My agent sent me a signed contract with a stamp from the bank in the sellers section. I completed my inspection and I was ok with the outcome. I have been on cruise control until last Friday, a week before closing. I was notified by my real estate agent that the bank has denied the purchase. When I asked why, I found out that the bank has thrown out my offer and has accepted a cash offer. How can the bank throw out my offer and accept another offer on the home I was purchasing in Olathe? Also, what about my inspection and appraisal fees? I found out that the cash buyer is using my appraisal and inspection. This burns me up. What can I do? Unhappy Amy from Kansas City Answer: Banks think they are above the rules and don't operate by the same rules and laws as people. I would take your contract to an attorney to have it reviewed. I know some banks use specific addendums that allows them to cancel the real estate contract any time and without penalty. I hope this is not the case with your real estate purchase contract. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 02, 2012 1:48 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Olathe Real Estate, Home Buyer, Olathe, Ask a Question

• How long should you list your Lenexa, KS. home for sale with a Lenexa, Kansas real estate agent and who should I choose to list my Lenexa property for sale with this spring?

  How long should you list your Lenexa, KS. home for sale with a Lenexa, Kansas real estate agent and who should I choose to list my Lenexa property for sale with this spring? Did you know that 90% of the real estate activity during the listing period is during the first 30 days? Yep. So it doesn’t make sense to list for more than 30 days, doesn’t it? First, a professional Lenexa real estate agent will have an aggressive 30 Day Listing program for Lenexa homeowners. Second, what is more important than how long you list your Lenexa, Kansas home for sale is the real estate agent you choose to list with to market and sell your Lenexa house. Choose a veteran full time professional real estate agent who understands that 92% of the Lenexa, Kansas home buyers use the internet to search and view Lenexa, KS. homes online sometime during the home buying process. An aggressive real estate marketing program by a Lenexa REALTOR should consist of a large networking base on social media, a vibrant web marketing program, and an aggressive new media program. Although choosing a company brand may seem like a safe bet, the real estate company you choose will do very little to market your Lenexa property. It is the individual real estate agent you choose who will market and sell your home. In a nut shell, not all agents from Coldwell Banker, Reece and Nichols, Keller Williams, Realty Executives, RE/MAX and Prudential are they same. Real estate agents from each real estate brand have individual marketing and sales plans. Many Lenexa, Kansas home buyers find searching Lenexa Kansas real estate on Google and interviewing the top 3 real estate agents they find helpful in choosing a Lenexa REALTOR. Research and choose a Lenexa real estate agent wisely. If you choose a Lenexa REALTOR who can’t be found on Google or can’t get your Lenexa listing found on the internet, how will Lenexa home buyers find your home? Checkout the Dowell Taggart Team’s 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Friday, March 02, 2012 10:36 AM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Lenexa Real Estate, Home Seller, Ask a Question

• Choosing a Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate

  Choosing a Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate Remember the 1994 American epic comedy-drama romance film classic Forrest Gump starring Tom Hanks? There are many famous quotes from this popular film classic, but one quote that stands out is, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” The quote is good but how Tom Hanks delivers the quote in the movie with his slow southern accent to made it authentic makes the quote memorable and great. Alongside death and public speaking, buying and selling real estate is listed as one of life’s most terrifying situations, so there is probably no surprise that choosing a Shawnee, KS. real estate agent is very stressful for many Shawnee homeowners. If you choose the wrong Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent when listing your home, there is a possibility that you will spend the next 210 days keeping your house spotless and wondering why home buyers never find your house online. Choosing a Shawnee, Kansas real estate agent is like a box of chocolate. You never know what you’re going to get. How do you eliminate the when choosing a Shawnee, Kansas Real Estate Agent? First, write down your goals. What are you trying to achieve? Get a bigger home, relocate across the country, or maybe downsize? What is most important to you: pricing, time, convenience? Is good communication important? These are some important questions to address before choosing a Shawnee real estate agent. Second, research real estate agents. Google Shawnee, Kansas real estate agents. Professional real estate agents will have a marketing plan to market their listings online; as well as, be able to market themselves online. Then, interview the top 3 choices. Schedule an appointment with your top three choices and ask questions that will address your goals. Don’t fall for the sales spiel. Overall, when choosing a Shawnee real estate agent, you will choose the agent, not the company. Make your decision based on the sales professionals knowledge of the market, their professionalism and customer service skills. Lucky for you, the agents of the Kansas City Real Estate Network are trained with these factors in mind, so choosing one should be an easy choice when you are ready to sell a home. Checkout the Kansas City Real Estate Network's 30 Day Listing Program! RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Another blog post written by: The Real Estate Wizards of Kansas City Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . Checkout our 30 Day Real Estate Listing Program! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 01, 2012 6:21 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Shawnee Real Estate, Home Seller

• As first time home buyers, my husband and I were excited to make an offer on a foreclosure home in Gardner, Kansas.

  Question: As first time home buyers, my husband and I were excited to make an offer on a foreclosure home in Gardner, Kansas. Everything seemed to be going great until we got to the inspection. There were lots of little and major things uncovered on the inspection. What burns us up is that the listing agent knew of the problems when we made the offer from a previous inspection on the home and never disclosed this to our buyers agent or us. Since we have little money, if we back out, which we will probably do since we were buying the home "As-Is", we will probably not be able to buy a home for another year. We will lose over $1000 because the listing agent didn't disclose known defects. Isn't this fraud what the listing agent did? Kamile and Derrick O. from Overland Park, Kansas Answer: When buying a foreclosure home, listing agents and banks, do not disclose anything about the home. Banks don't think they have to play by the same rules and laws as everyone else. This is extremely common. That is why real estate agents recommend ALL inspection possible when buying a foreclosure home. It is at the buyers mercy to investigate the problems in the home. If a buyer doesn't feel it is in their scope of work, they can always backout of the contract. Another option for home buyers buying foreclosure homes is to get a FHA Rehab loan like a 203K. These types of loans allow the buyer to build the repairs into the mortgage loan. Hope this helps! Contact me if you have anymore questions. RE/MAX sells more homes than any other real estate company. For a reason...should we talk? Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty  Comments are appreciated! Go ahead and add your 2 cents . . . We have 3 easy steps to find you the perfect home . Click here to get started, today! Short sales, foreclosures, luxury homes, investor homes, first time home buyer homes, land, investment properties and move up buyers. Gardner, Olathe, Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam, Prairie Village, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Lansing, Leavenworth, Spring Hill, Eudora, De Soto, Edgerton, Platte City, Smithville, Gladstone, Liberty, Riverside, Independence, Lee's Summit, Pleasant Hill, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, Raytown, Waldo and the surrounding Kansas City communities. Posted Thursday, March 01, 2012 1:51 PM from Online Kansas City | 0 Comments Filed under: Gardner Real Estate, Foreclosure, Gardner, Ask a Question