The Border War: Who wins when it comes to real estate in Kansas and Missouri?
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The oldest rivalry west of the Mississippi may come to an end this Saturday when the Jayhawks and Tigers meet for the last time in Allen Fieldhouse. While we apply the term “war” loosely today to business poaching and sports, the deep divide between the two states seems as literal as State Line road. What Kansan doesn’t hesitate, if only for a moment, to purchase a home with a 64131 zip code? What Missourian isn’t considered a traitor for moving into Leawood, steps from the Missouri border? In the spirit of fanning the flames just a little bit longer in this saga of codependent animosity, it’s time to see how the states stack up when it comes to housing.
Attractive to young singles/couples
Advantage: Kansas City Missouri. Downtown development, along with the crossroads and several pockets of very inexpensive housing makes Missouri more attractive for first-time buyers or those wanting a nightlife within walking distance.
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Attractive to families
Advantage: Johnson County Kansas. With several nationally recognized school districts to choose from, the nod goes to Johnson County Kansas. In addition, the newer housing stock in Johnson County Kansas better accommodates families with modern conveniences and plenty of room. Couple that with state of the art recreational facilities for Johnson County kids and it’s hard to beat.
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Cost of housing
Push. Housing is slightly more expensive on the Johnson County Kansas side but not significantly and property taxes are also comparable.
Housing and neighborhood character are too subjective to rate. It just depends on individual taste. In Johnson County Kansas, the housing stock is newer than on the Kansas City Missouri side, with most “older” homes built in the 1950s and 60s. Missouri has homes dating to the 19th century and everything in between. A pivotal difference between the two states is Kansas City Missouri is more of a neighborhood state and Kansas has more planned development or subdivisions. A different builder could build each and every home in a Missouri neighborhood, making each unique. What Kansas lacks in individuality among homes it makes up for with code enforcement designed to keep home values up.
The differences between the states ensure a variety of choices for metro area homebuyers,making everyone a winner!
Waiting Periods to buy after a Short Sale
One of the many questions we are asked quite often is, "When can I buy a home again after I complete a short sale" In Johnson County Kansas?
If you are a potential home buyer in Johnson County Kansas the information below will give you a good idea of when you could be ready to be homeowner again.
Although there are many factors in determining your eligibility to purchase again after a short sale, the information below should help you get a clearer understanding of the differences of the minimum guidelines when you can buy if you sell your home via short sale vs foreclosure.
Nothing is more local than real estate, right down to the street on which we live. When warnings about the potential of a bursting housing bubble first surfaced in 2006, many disregarded the claims as the alarmist ramblings of Ivy League academia, looking at the issue from 10,000 feet based on national trends unrelated to our own backyard.
One of the great things about February is that we get to focus on the color red during what can be a gloomy, middle of winter month. Whether it’s increasing awareness of women’s heart disease with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women or just enjoying the red hearts that come with Valentine’s Day, vibrant red is everywhere!
However, here in the land of beige, otherwise known as Johnson County, there is no red to be found, or any other color, save brown and variations thereof, once we go home. Area home magazines seem to showcase the same living room every month with its requisite tan walls and mahogany accents. “Tuscan” style has become a catchall for homes that are tastefully neutral and although I’ve never been, I doubt they bear close resemblance to any region in Italy, unless we’re talking about the wine cellars.
When did we become so adverse to color? Was it the pink bathrooms of the 1950s? Did the avocado green and harvest gold appliances and matching carpet of the 1970s push us to go strictly vanilla at home? Have we over-compensated for the style mistakes of previous generations? Historically, wealthy landowners infused a rainbow of color throughout the home. One look at Mount Vernon or Monticello confirms that our founding fathers embraced color and in fact, selected a different hue for every room. While that may be a little over the top for 21st century sensibilities, a pop of color couldn’t hurt!
I am not ashamed to admit that I am addicted to color. I have a red dining room, a red couch in the hearth room, a lime green kitchen complete with green and red tile backsplash. Color is a mood-enhancer for me and red always seems cheery. Some believe red signals aggression but it puts me in my happy place! The key to color is balance. If the walls are a bright color, then furniture should be muted. If you have brightly colored furniture, tone down the wall color. The goal is to have striking visual elements but not so much that they compete with each other.
If colorful walls or sofas seem like too big of a leap, then start small with colorful art, pillows, or a rug. That pop of color will most likely become your favorite area of the house!
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Michael & Tracy Russell Realtors in Overland Park KS have over 10 years of experience helping buyers and sellers. They started their real estate careers in Colorado before moving back to Overland Park, Kansas so their children could be closer to family. They pride themselves on providing 1 on 1 service. They will take the time to find out what their buyers and sellers needs are and focus their time on providing them with the finest customer service possible. Michael & Tracy do over 90% of their business based on referral or repeat clients. If you are looking for the right realtors to send your Johnson County Kansas referrals to, call Michael & Tracy they will make sure that your friends, family and clients will received the attention they deserve.
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