Perfect home for entertaining! Amazing media room with projection TV. Oversized deck with hot tub. Brand new interior paint throughout. Gleaming hardwoods. Full tile shower in master. Upgraded fixtures and vaulted ceilings. New landscaping. Convenient storage shed in back. Great Olathe location, so close to everything. More information and photos: http://www.PapasInTheHouse.com/1685509 Schedule a showing today by contacting Brad Papa at: Brad@PapasInTheHouse.com or 913.526.4985
So you found your dream home and you are going to write an offer. Why did your real estate agent ask you to bring along your checkbook?
When you finally find your dream home and want to make an offer, you will also be required to put down earnest money in the form of a personal check. This money does NOT go directly to the sller. Your money will be deposited in a trust account with the seller's title company. (The exception to this is the case of a builder on new construction.)
This money represents the sincerity of your offer and is fully refundable if the offer is not accepted, if your loan is not fully approved or if some other condition of the contract is not met by the seller. Also, the earnest money will be credited to you at closing as part of your down payment and/or closing costs.
You should anticipate a minimum of $500 - $1000 for homes under $150,000. In homes over this price range, expect to deposit 1% to 5% of the purchase prices. Some seller's ask for a specific amount or in negotiations will ask the buyer to increase their earnest money deposit.
If you have any further questions about earnest money contact Olathe real estate agent, Brad Papa today!
Now that the temperatures are solidly in the 80's and 90's, summer is here and I'm ready to hit the lake. I don't always feel like driving to the Lake of the Ozarks, but I don't own a boat for the local lakes. Luckily, there are three local lakes with marinas to rent boats or jetskis.
Call ahead though, because last-minute rentals are impossible to come by, but it's good information to have on had for future weekends. I would recommend making reservations at least two-three weeks in advance if you actually want to have a rental!
SMITHVILLE LAKE Located northeast of Smithville, Missouri on U.S. 169 and Hwy. 92. Two full-service marinas offering boat rentals, equipment and dining facilities are listed on the website, but I could only get ahold of one. The other number was out of service. For more information, call 816-407-3420
BLUE SPRINGS LAKE Blue Springs Lake is located south of Hwy. 40 on Woods Chapel Road, Blue Springs, Missouri and one of only a few in the area that is available for unlimited powerboating. A full-service marina provides rental boats, concessions, tackle, bait and boat slip rental. For more information, call (816) 795-1112.
LAKE JACOMO Located on the grounds of Fleming Park, east of I-435 on Woods Chapel Road, Lee's Summit, Missouri. The lake includes a full-service marina, concessions, lakeside gasoline pumps and fishing bait and tackle. In addition, boat and canoe rental is available. For more information, call (816) 795-8888.
More information on all area bodies of water, including water in Johnnson County and Olathe, can be found here: http://www.experiencekc.com/parks.html
Brad Papa specialized in Kansas City and Olathe real estate and can be reached at www.PapasInTheHouse.com, Brad@PapasInTheHouse.com or 913.526.4985.
Curb Appeal
Remove all refuse, leaves or clutter from yards, sidewalks, porches and decks
Make sure the gutters are clean
Prune bushes and trees and keep plants away from the windows
Pay special attention to the lawn, make sure to mow, trim, weed, fertilize and mulch
Clear patios and decks of small items, toys, unnecessary furniture or decor
Hose off the house and wash all windows and screens to make it clean and appealing
The front entrance should be clean and inviting. Clean thoroughly, purchase a new doormat and fill pots with colorful flowers
Inside
Clear the clutter. You plan to move, so start packing now! Pack away collections and valuables
Take things out of closets&cabinets that are not essential to your life and pack them away
Clear all unnecessary objects from kitchen countertops. Clear refrigerator of magnets and photos
Bathrooms that sparkle, sell homes! Remove any unnecessary items and coordinate towels to one or two neutral colors.
Consider buying fresh towels or neutral shower curtain if necessary
Rearrange or remove excess furniture if necessary to open up the space
Store extra possessions in the garage or a storage unit
Deep Clean! Clean the carpets, windows, appliances
Check all light bulbs and detail all light fixtures
Brighten dull basement&storage areas by painting the walls&using high watt bulbs
Consider painting in neutral colors, ask Brad for color suggestions
Remove an special item that a buyer may want as part of the house that you intend to keep
Do not make major improvements without consulting Brad, you may over-improve your home
Showing Day
Tidy up each room, remove all clutter, make all beds and do a quick dust and vacuum
Open the drapes and shades, and turn on all lights to make it look bright and cheerful
Keep pets out of the way, and make sure the pet areas are clean and odor free
Turn off your television and turn on the radio to an easy listening station
Check the temperature: cool in the summer and toasty warm in the winter
Brad Papa
Realty Executives of Kansas City
913-526-4985
Brad@PapasInTheHouse.com
www.PapasInTheHouse.com
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Realty Executives real estate agent, Brad Papa has been helping people achieve their real estate goals for almost six years and specializes as both a buyer's or seller's agent. Brad has resided in the Kansas City/Olathe area for his entire life and is an expert dealing with all areas of the metropolitan area.
Brad graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Math Education, thus has a strong background in mathematics and financial services. When it comes to analyzing numbers and understanding market trends, Brad is a specialist. His love of education is translated into his immensely popular First Time Home Buyer's Seminar in Kansas City and his new class for sellers - How To Get Your Home Sold In Today's Market In Kansas City. Register for a class today!
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Papa's Client Testimonials
Brad Papa was AWESOME in every way -- encouraging, cautious at the right times, knowledgeable, totally not pushy, extremely responsive and generally helpful. Not only did he do everything he told us he'd do everytime, he was constantly surprising us by going above and beyond. Eric & Kellie, Olathe
Working with Brad was a great experience! His is knowledgeable and does his job with sincere passion, which we appreciate. We knew no matter what we had questions about, Brad was there to get us answers, to support us and that he had our best interest in mind! Marissa and Phillip, Olathe
Brad Papa's follow through and communication was prompt, market knowledge was superior and we would recommend him to any friends for their real estate needs. Zach and Abby, Kansas City
Brad Papa was so hard working, had persistence and did not give up. I felt very informed, especially since I was half way across the country. I know the paperwork going back and forth was a pain, and Brad did not complain once. I have never seen such work ethic, Brad is awesome! Shelly, San Diego
As a first time buyer, I was very satisfied and impressed by the way Brad Papa handled the entire transaction. You cannot even image the amount of fear and skepticism I had when I started my house search. I had heard a lot of horror stories and I'm glad that all went absolutely well with my dream home purchase. Thanks! David, Shawnee
I am very pleased with my first home purchase and had a great experience with Brad Papa! He was great about answering any of the questions I had and made the whole process happen smoothly and with much ease. Lacie, Overland Park
Brad Papa made the home buying process so much easier than we thought it would be! We really appreciated the time he spent helping us and we feel great about our purchase! Justin and Kristen, Prairie Village
Brad Papa was helpful and informative. The entire process went smooth and easy. We never had a problem getting in touch with Brad or setting up appointments. He responded promptly to our requests and questions. Jeff and Amy, Overland Park
I was very happy with Brad Papa's "lazzie fare" approach. The first realtor I used hounded me. She was very pushy and I did not like it. For me, Brad Papa was ready to go when I was ready to look at houses. That works really well for me! Brad, Lenexa
Brad Papa was always willing to do whatever we needed. Fred and Nadene, Blue Springs
It was a real pleasure to work with a real professional who treats each of his clients as if they were his only client. Mike, Overland Park
Our experience could not have been better! We especially appreciate the frequent updates and follow up with potential buyers. Richard and Dina, Olathe
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