So, What’s the Market Like?
A question we often get asked is “What is the real estate market like right now?” Dig beyond the headlines a bit, and in St. Louis it is still a seller’s market. Inventory is still...
Pros and Cons of Painted Brick
Painted brick exteriors are trending. The practice remains a topic of debate, especially in St. Louis, a city with a rich brick history. Hard-core preservationists argue against it. However, most brick created before 1870 was...
Remodeling 2022 Cost vs. Value Report
The home improvement market remains strong with predictions that homeowner improvement and repair spending could reach $430 billion by the end of 2022. In order to understand which projects will bring the most value to...
Moving To St. Louis With Kids
Whether you are relocating your family to St. Louis from a different state or just moving to a new neighborhood across town, the process can be stressful—especially with kids. Preparing them, listening to them, and...
FREE Summer Fun in Kirkwood
My family is making a big move to Kirkwood, Missouri. Okay, it’s really just 20 minutes and about 1.5 suburbs away. We’re looking forward to taking advantage of all the FREE family-fun activities that Kirkwood...
Moving to St. Louis During a Pregnancy?
Moving to a new city can be an exciting yet challenging experience, especially when you’re pregnant. The anticipation of settling into a new home and exploring a different environment is often accompanied by concerns about...
4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Home Equity
Tapping your home equity can be a convenient, low-cost way to borrow large sums at favorable interest rates to pay for home repairs or debt consolidation. However, the right type of loan depends on your needs...
Determining The Value of Your Home
You are probably seeing all the same stories we are about how wild the real estate market is right now. Homeowners are paying more attention than ever before to home values. It make sense, considering...
Homes in Kirkwood School District by the Numbers
Kirkwood, Missouri is one of the most sought after school districts in St. Louis which is translating to a fast paced housing market. As of Feb 1st, 2021, there are 43 Active Residential Listings. Consider that...
Writing Winning Offers in a Competitive Market
According to recent economic data from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, prices and demand in the 63116 zip code are above average and the trend is expected to continue. An historical ten year...
Tough Questions to Ask Your Listing Agent Before You Hire
According to the 2019 National Association of Realtors Annual Home Buyers and Seller Report, 73% of home owners contact only one agent before listing their home. Take Away: If you are going to interview only...
Selling A Home In Winter
Spring is traditionally considered the best time to sell a home. But with record low inventories in 2020, we are anticipating pent up buyer demand and the “spring season” to start even earlier – like...