Happiness is the Off Leash Dog Park in Kansas City.
Maria Morton, Senior Real Estate Specialist, 
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Kansas City Real Estate Year End 2011 Market Reports: Sunset Hill, Brookside, Waldo Tax Breaks when Selling .
♫ ♪ Neighborhoods in Kansas City ♫ Historic Homes of Kansas City ♪ Do You Know Jack? . ...*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **This is an eclectic blog combining a little business with pleasure; please consult a licensed professional before making life altering decisions. ♪♫ . Maria Morton, Realtor©, SRES is a Kansas City Real Estate Agent licensed in MO & KS and affiliated with Prudential Kansas City Realty 816.410.5499.o Maria Morton Copyright © 2011 *How Much Does Uncle Sam Take When You Sell Your Home?*
The Sunset Hill neighborhood is bordered by Loose Park, The Plaza, and Ward Parkway. There
are numerous architecturally and historically significant homes in this desirable area of Kansas City. In additon to the winding, hilly, tree lined streets, many homes have a view of the Plaza while others face Loose Park.
14 homes sold in Sunset Hill during 2011. The smallest home, a 2 bedroom 3 and 1/2 bath, sold for $305,000. The highest price paid for a home in Sunset Hill last year was $1,650,000.
The Average price paid for a home in Sunset Hill last year was $930,571. The Median price was $800,000. Since each home is absolutely unique, pricing must be carefully considered prior to listing one of these grand homes. Average Days On Market (DOM) was 193. Although one can expect a longer time on market for our higher end homes due to the smaller buyer pool, the DOM for Sunset Hill homes has decreased over the last 6 years.
If you are considering selling your Sunset Hill home, call 816-560-3758 for a private consultation to analyze value and condition in our current market.
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♫ Visions of Dollar $igns Danced In Their Heads ♪ Neighborhoods in Kansas City ♫ Historic Homes of Kansas City ♪ Do You Know Jack? . ...*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **This is an eclectic blog combining a little business with pleasure; please consult a licensed professional before making life altering decisions. ♪♫ . Maria Morton, Realtor©, SRES is a Kansas City Real Estate Agent licensed in MO & KS and affiliated with Prudential Kansas City Realty 816.410.5499.o Maria Morton Copyright © 2011 *2011 Kansas City Real Estate Market Report - Sunset Hill*
There were 334 single family homes sold in zip code 64114 during 2011. The Waldo area has been a popular dancing and dining venue for Kansas Citians for a very long time. I know a few 80 
and 90 year olds who remember taking the Trolley over to Waldo for a night out on the town way back when. The music and the establishments have changed but the atmosphere is still lively. The homes, overall, are more modest than the majority of homes found in Brookside so it's a great option for home buyers who are watching their pennies.
Prices paid for homes sold in Waldo in 2011 ranged from $12,900 up to $395,000. The $12,900 house was a tiny, little 1 bedroom and the $395,000 was a huge 6 bedroom with 4 full and 2 half baths.
The Average price is $123,147. The Median price is $119,000. Average Days On Market = 98. Waldo, like Brookside, The Plaza, and Prairie Village, is a popular location surrounded by established neighborhoods that are convenient to shopping, dining, schools, and recreation. This, along with friendly neighbors and strong HOA's, helps keep home values from dropping like they did in Ruskin Hills and other less popular areas.
If you are considering selling your Waldo home, call 816-560-3758 for a private consultation to analyze value and condition in our current market.
♫ ♪ ♫ Visions of Dollar $igns Danced In Their Heads ♪ Neighborhoods in Kansas City ♫ Historic Homes of Kansas City ♪ Do You Know Jack? . ...*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **This is an eclectic blog combining a little business with pleasure; please consult a licensed professional before making life altering decisions. ♪♫ . Maria Morton, Realtor©, SRES is a Kansas City Real Estate Agent licensed in MO & KS and affiliated with Prudential Kansas City Realty 816.410.5499.o Maria Morton Copyright © 2011 *2011 Kansas City Real Estate Market Report - 64114 - Waldo*
Speechless Sunday
An empty parking space is a real find on the Plaza when the Christmas lights are up.
More photos of the Country Club Plaza lights in Kansas City. (from 2010)
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. ♫ KANSAS CITY REAL ESTATE SALES PRICES 2001-2011 by county
♪ Neighborhoods in Kansas City ♫ Historic Homes of Kansas City ♪ Do You Know Jack? .
. ...*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **This is an eclectic blog combining a little business with pleasure; please consult a licensed professional before making life altering decisions. ♪♫ . Maria Morton, Realtor©, SRES is a Kansas City Real Estate Agent licensed in MO & KS and affiliated with Prudential Kansas City Realty 816.410.5499.o Maria Morton Copyright © 2011 *Christmas lights on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City*
There are 11 Open Houses in Prairie Village this Sunday.
Also Open but not yet on MLS: 7920 Juniper & 3713 Somerset from 1 - 4pm.
To find Open Houses in other areas of Kansas City Greater Metropolitan Area, just click on the Open House tab and you'll see a map like this:
Click on the dot to find detailed listing information for each house - like this:
If you want even more details on the house, just click the blue underlined address in the bubble.
Or, you can see the Open House details in a list:
You can also define your search by area, price range, and/or number of bedrooms, bathrooms and garage spaces.
ALL houses listed for sale are on the site. Just click on the Open House tab to see them.
Property Marketing Tips for Professionals & How To Sell Your House For The Best Price FAST
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♫ KANSAS CITY REAL ESTATE SALES PRICES 2001-2011 by county
♪ Neighborhoods in Kansas City
♫ Historic Homes of Kansas City ♪ Do You Know Jack? . 
. ...*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **This is an eclectic blog combining a little business with pleasure; please consult a licensed professional before making life altering decisions. ♪♫
Maria Morton, Realtor©, SRES is a Kansas City Real Estate Agent licensed in MO & KS and affiliated with Prudential Kansas City Realty 816.410.5499.o Maria Morton Copyright © 2011 *Open Houses in Prairie Village KS Kansas*
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Kansas City Real Estate, houses in Brookside, Plaza, midtown, downtown & Prairie Village homes. Market Reports, neighborhood information, Leawood KS, Mission Hills, Overland Park, North Kansas City
Here is a plethora of information to help you prepare to sell or buy a home in Kansas City. When you're ready for real life action, just call 816.560.3758. Enjoy the slideshow while you're thinking.
Relocating to Kansas City? Click for a video by DiscoverKC that will show you all around KC in 4 minutes.
Check out the ongoing report on NEIGHBORHOODS IN KANSAS CITY. Real Estate Market Statistics, analyses, and neighborhood information are included. More neighborhoods and information is added as time permits. If you need help putting the information to use or data on a neighborhood not yet included, just call for help. 816.560.3758
♪ Buyers
... How To Buy A House in Kansas City ........ Who Does THAT Agent Represent? ...
... One Buyer's Misconception ........ Why Can't I See That House Right This Minute? ...
... Home Buyer's Guide ... .... .. ... .... The Second Showing .... .. ... ...
... How Much Does A Buyer's Agent Cost and Where Do I Get One? ...
Useful Information for People Relocating to Kansas City
The Best Free, Online Mortgage Calculator I have found
*** SENIOR RESOURCES IN KANSAS CITY***
.. Sure I Trust But I Also Verify ..
. Yes,Virginia,there are tall buildings in Kansas City ...
Search All MLS Homes For Sale in Kansas City
Maria sponsors the Brookside Neighborhood Community on AR
Sorry, Our Work Experience Does Not Include Breaking and Entering ........
♫ Sellers ...
... Five [5] Ways To Increase Your Success in Your Property Marketing Efforts ...
... Choosing The Best Agent When Selling Your Home ...
... Property Marketing Tips For Professionals Listing A Home For Sale ...
... Preparing the Property For Sale ...
... Curb Appeal ...
Selling Your Kansas City Home For the Best Possible Price
♦Seller Representation - Selling your Kansas City home as quickly as possible so that you can get the money you need to move on in your life. Marketing your home includes 40+ items in the following categories:
Before the market launch, Maria will advise you as to what needs to be done to strengthen your negotiating position. Preparation is vital to succeed in today's market. Once an offer is received, you have Maria's services of contract analysis, financing evaluations, and contingency management. Maria will advise you of your best move at each junction in the process. Negotiations: (this is the internet; we don't discuss our strategies or techniques in public).
♦Buyer Representation - Assuring that you get the home that best meets your needs without paying too much or buying a 'lemon.' Read Why Maria got into real estate in Kansas City to understand what this means to her.
♦Real Estate Consultant & Resource - Maria's clients call her for help in finding contractors when remodeling their home, connecting them to reputable Realtors© in other parts of the country, buying investment properties & vacation homes, helping friends and coworkers moving to Kansas City, tracing the history of their historic home, helping recent college graduates buy their first home - if it's house-related, Maria can help you.
♦Senior Real Estate Services As a member of the 50+Club and a 'seasoned' RN, Maria possesses insight into the unique needs people have when downsizing, selling the family home, moving to a retirement community or moving into a family member's home. There are usually many years of memorabilia to be sorted, sold, gifted and moved. Coordinating the move and the sale of the home can be a daunting task. Maria's holistic approach takes some of the stress off of the family allowing for a smooth transition with minimal effort on your part. Senior Alliance
♦Relocating on a Timetable If your job is bringing you to or from Kansas City, Maria can handle the details on this end and connect you with the right professional at your new location. While you are out of the country, Maria can take care of everything connected with the Kansas City house so you are free to concentrate on your business.
... Realtors Do Not Sell Houses ....
♫♪ Tips & Perspective:
For those contemplating choosing Real Estate as a career: this post tells you about the costs associated with getting your license and expenses you need to plan for the first year: How Much Does It Cost To Become A Real Estate Agent? .
Plastic or Glass? (not what you think)
. Nothing But A Big Red Truck .
Selling Your Kansas City Home For the Best Possible Price
Do You Know Jack? (CAUTION: do not read this one unless you have a sense of humor)
.Does Not Exist - shades of DB Cooper ...
. One Buyer's Misconception ...
. It's Just Like Getting Married! ...
Buyers: It's Not My Fault You Are Not On My Short List
If One Is Good, Two Are Better?
Buying A Home In Kansas City - Homebuyer's Guide
Searching Homes For Sale Using the Internet
How Long Do Things Last?
. Selling A House Is Like Making An Omelet . .
Trés Cool Link to House Values by Zip Code courtesy of the Kansas City Star.
NEIGHBORHOODS AROUND LOOSE PARK ...
PRIVATE SELLERS -Tips for For Sale By Owners- For those wishing to sell their home privately, without professional real estate assistance, there are some things that you can do to increase your odds of selling. Marketing is one arena that private sellers often misunderstand. Getting your home in front of as many buyers as possible is critical.
Here are some Property Marketing Tips for Professionals; you are welcome to use them.
Also see FSBO Tips and Perils .
♫♫ MARKET REPORTS:
.. Johnson County Market Report August 2011 ..
.. Jackson County Market Report August 2011 ..
.. Martini Corner ..
.. Crown Center ..
.. Westport ..
.. 64113 Update 9/5/2011 .. 10/23 ... 64114 Waldo Update 10/23 ...
... Multi-Family Properties in Area 202 ...
..2011 June: Prices and Volume of Homes Sold In Kansas City ...
...Prairie Village Real Estate ...
...Mission Hills Real Estate ...
... Home sales around Loose Park, Brookside and South Plaza ...
... Neighborhoods around Loose Park ...
... Brookside and Waldo Real Estate ...
...Home Showing Statistics in MO & KS mid year 2011 ...
MARKET REPORTS YEAR END 2010 [Morningside Park is first, scroll down for others]
ZIP CODE 64113 REPORT FOR 2010
Kansas City Real Estate Sales August 2010
Kansas City Market Report April 2010 - entire region
1st Quarter 2010:
Country Club Heights & Country Club Ridge
Hampstead Gardens
Morningside Park
Wornall Homestead & Wornall Manor
Previous:
Market Report for Zip Code 64113
Kansas City Real Estate Mid Year Report 2009
Wornall Homestead & Manor Market Report 1st Half of 2009
Sunset Hill Market Report 1st Half of 2009
Country Club District, Heights & Ridge 1st Half 2009
Armour Hills Market Report 1st Half 2009
Armour Hills Gardens Market Report 1st Half 2009
Prairie Village KS Market Report 1st Half of 2009
Residential Property Statistics for Zip Code 64113 Years 1997-2009
Jackson County Missouri Home Prices & Inventory 2002-2008
Kansas City Real Estate First Quarter Comparison Years 2008 & 2009
Waldo Kansas City Market Report March 2010
Morningside Market Report 2009
Johnson County KS Real Estate Market 2001-2009
♫♫♪ Architecturally Interesting:
Spanish Architecture in Kansas City
Union Station in Kansas City ***
Drummond Ranches in Prairie Village
Extraordinary Home in Prairie Village
Along Grand Boulevard in Kansas City July 2009
KU School of Architecture 2009 Green Home ***
John Wornall House Museum in Kansas City***
A Study of the JC Nichols Fountain on the Plaza in Kansas City
KCMO Rocket
Gardens Can Be Architectural, Can't They?
Starlight Theatre in Kansas City
Architecture in Leawood KS - Commercial
Welcome to the Architecturally Interesting Group
Photo of Arabia Steamboat Museum in Kansas City - proclaimed by some as the Best in KC!
... Arabia Museum - Full Article ... 
... Thomas Hart Benton Home & Studio ...
... 18th & Broadway Urban Garden - ECOnomical, ECO-friendly
... OMG Is That A Castle in Kansas City? ...
♫♫♫ There's more to life than real estate: 
Melt in Your Mouth & Looks Good Too!
Smart Spot for Taxes & Accounting
... How To Peel A Potato -remember MaryAnn from Gilligan's Island?
... The Red Hat Ladies ...
... Coal Vines Pizza ...
... The Blue Nile Restaurant in River Market ...
... Shawnee Mission East High School - Jazz Night ...
... Plaza Flute Player ... (Shed, flautist extraordinaire)
... Screenland Armour Movie Theatre in North Kansas City ...
... First Fridays Downtown Kansas City - Art, Music & Beverages
... Pursuing Health - phytonutrients fight free radicals in our bodies
Credit Solutions:
Filing a Fraud Alert
Experian Credit Freeze
Transunion Freeze
Equifax
Free Annual Credit Report
Kansas City started as a trading post back in the mid 1800's. There were two trading posts; one in Independence and one in Westport. Kelly's in Westport is the oldest building in Kansas City surviving from that time.
The Country Club Plaza in Kansas City was developed by JC Nichols in the 1920's. The Spanish architecture was inspired by his trip to Seville Spain. People thought JC was crazy for planning to build in what was then swampland! The Plaza became the first shopping area in the United States to cater to the automobile. Funny because today the Plaza is known as a wonderful place to stroll on foot.
♫.♪ References from Happy Clients:
Move-Up Sellers/Buyers - “During one of the worst times for selling a condo in history, Maria was able to strategically price and actively market our unit so it sold in 2 and ½ weeks. We couldn’t have been happier with how smoothly the transaction went.
Maria couldn’t have been more helpful in negotiating our transaction. She was proactive, knowledgeable and available throughout the process. She found our dream home at a great price.” –Mr. & Mrs. Mich - August 2011
Out of Country Seller - "I'm so happy! I can't believe it sold so fast! ...a little skeptical when you first suggested this plan but you were right - it worked! ...it was so easy for me - I know you had to deal with a lot of _ but you did a great job. Thank you!" -Tom Wahl
Buyers Relocating to Kansas City - "Thank you so much for all your hard work. We were a little unsure how this was going to work, you know, being 1,000 miles away and only having so much time to find the house. You really made us feel better when you told us about all the homes you were previewing for us. And you knew just what to look for. I know you did a lot of work before we got here but we found our home and bought it in less than 3 days. That's amazing!" - The Wanamakers
From a client's stepdaughter: I had the happy accident of finding Maria Morton on the Internet and hired her to sell my stepmother's condo after talking to her and being favorably impressed. I did not know that much about her, however, and had not lived in Kansas City since 1981. Maria turned out to be a wonderful realtor and was quite proactive in marketing the condo. She also made sound recommendations re: how to make the unit more appealing without spending a lot of money. She has a real knack in dealing with older people, too, which was quite helpful in working with my stepmother, who is 91. My stepmother rarely trusts strangers, but she liked Maria right away and they became good friends. She sold the unit quickly without any fuss and it turned out to be such a blessing because my stepmother now needs the money from the sale to pay her expenses at an assisted living facility.
Maria also helped my stepmother pack up her belongings, which was really above and beyond. (I've never had a realtor do this.) All in all, I could not be happier with the advice and services Maria provided to us. I would recommend her to anyone who wants someone who provides excellent, timely service and offers sound advice regarding the many decisions to made in selling one's home. --R. Moran
Buyer relocating to Kansas City - “Maria is very understanding of her client's needs. She has great people-skills and she knows how to guide her client through the buying process. She brings you everything you need and everything you ask for all in a very timely manner. A pleasure to do business with.” March 31, 2010
Top qualities: Personable, On Time, High Integrity -- John Sisoian
First Time Home Buyer: I could have not picked a better agent. Maria is SUPERB! I am a very inpatient person and need someone to keep up with me. During my housing process I found myself trying to keep up with Maria. She was on top of things, when something needed to be done she went over and beyond to make it happen. There were a few times when documents needed to be completed ASAP and she didn't hesitate to offer to bring the papers to me where ever I was, whether that is work or home. Maria is also very knowledgeable; she diligently researches your interested house area and will provide her input and thoughts on the desired neighborhood. There was a neighborhood that I found a lot of houses priced relatively low, but she informed me that the resale value of that area was not very good. She could have easily sold me anything, but she didn't. She cared and was actually looking out for the best interest of ME! Just like it should be! I can go on and on about Maria. She was perfect and I thank her very much for putting up with me and getting me into my new home that I love so much!! ~LEasterwood
♫♫♫♪ Before going into Real Estate, Maria
Photo is of a statue of Princess Ka'iulani, neice of Queen Lili'uokalani, the last reigning monarch of Hawai'i. (1838-1917)
Advanced National Accreditations Held by Maria Morton:
♦ SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist)
♦ ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative)
♦ WHS (Workforce Housing Specialist) KC Dream Home Program
Professional Affiliations:
♦ Member National Association of Realtors (Realtor.com)
♦ Member Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors
♦ Member Missouri Association of Realtors
♦ Member Kansas Association of Reastors
♦ Member Centralized Showing Service
♦ Member Heartland Multiple Listing Service (MLS) - MATRIX
+ Member Kansas City/Northland Senior Alliance
~Also Registered with HUD for any investors, or owner-occupants, wanting to bid on HUD homes in Kansas City.
Maria is thoughtful, persistent, creative, a skilled negotiator, a loyal friend, constantly learning.
♫♫♫♫ Useful links:
Search All Homes For Sale in Kansas City
If you want to receive a list of Open Houses in Kansas City on Sundays just send an email specifying which areas. OR, go to http://mariamorton.prukc.com and click "Find a Home" then click Search by "Open Houses"
Maria Morton, ABR, SRES Realtor© in Kansas City
Licensed in Kansas and Missouri
816.560.3758 mobile ♦ 816.410.5499 office ♦ 816.410.6302 FAX
Prudential Kansas City Realty ♦ 435 Nichols Rd 3rd Floor ♦ Kansas City MO 64112
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