The Kramer Team

06/04/2020

We would like to welcome Michael Treece to the team! He brings a renewed energy and is very anxious and eager to earn your business. Welcome Michael Treece.

01/29/2019

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01/29/2017

How to prepare your home for sale

A buyer's first impression begins when driving up to the home.
Keep your grass cut and edged.
Trim and shape hedges and shrubs.
Freshen up or re-mulch the landscape at the front door.
Remove dead or dying plants.
In winter, shovel walks and steps.
In summer, plant colorful flowers and keep their beds in order.
Keep children's outside toys out of sight when not in use.

A buyer's first impression upon entering the front door is influenced by many things.

Clean your home thoroughly, including carpeting and windows, and keep it neat
Maintain your thermostat at a comfortable temperature.
Turn on lights and open window treatments to make your home's interior feel light and cheery.
Remove all non-essential items that might be perceived as “clutter” (ie: an excessive amount of family pictures, rarely used kitchen or bathroom items, etc...)
Pay special attention to the kitchen and bathrooms.
Keep countertops clear of clutter.
Organize closets, cabinets and drawers to display their spaciousness.
Shine chrome, wipe mirrors clean, neatly hang towels.
Replace range reflectors.
Consider removing some furniture from rooms to give them a feeling of increased size.
Rent a storage facility and/or have a garage sale.
Clean and organize the garage and basement.
Be aware of unpleasant odors (ie: strong cooking smells, baby's room, smoke, and pets).
Pleasant smelling candles, potpourri, baking bread or cookies all help to create a welcoming atmosphere.
Keep pet cages and beds clean and odor free.
Consider confining pets during the times your home is being shown.

Buyers do not want to purchase others' problems, so make all necessary repairs.

Paint a fresh coat on the front door.
Consider touch up paint for the entire home, inside and out.
Repair or replace any inoperable appliances.
Make sure the doorbell works.
Make sure all locks are operable.
Have your furnace serviced.

Consider the following items while your house is on the market:

Be ready for your home to be shown on a moments' notice.
Leave your home during showings when possible to allow potential buyers to feel themselves in your home.
Secure all valuables and collectibles.
Remove any fixtures that you do not plan to include in the sale.

08/30/2016

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08/20/2016

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08/17/2016

Another amazing Kramer Shaw Team listing has an open house on Sunday! Come see it!

VHT Virtual Tour

07/13/2016

In this seller's market, here are 3 tips to help you land your next home! 1) Work with an agent! Agents know about properties before they are even listed. Today's savvy agents have a large network and databases created to allow them access to homes that are not already listed. 2) Listen to your agent! If your agent tells you that you have to offer full price or over, then listen to them. Hopefully you trust the agent you are working with. If not, then it might be a time to get a new one. 3) Plan ahead and look at houses at a scheduled time with your agent when no one else is. We have found at The Kramer Shaw Team that scheduling morning appointments during weekdays has worked well in helping our clients secure a home. You know what they say...the early bird gets the worm. For more real estate tips, contact us.

07/12/2016

Affordable Living!!! 1378 sq ft with garage, finished basement, vinyl siding and lawn maintenance provided. Hardwood flooring on entrance, Kitchen and dinning area, Stainless Steel sink, Microwave, Dishwasher and Fridge. Freshly painted interior ready to be moved into.
1632 N. 128th St. Kansas City, Kansas 66109
$139,950

06/02/2016

Here is a great article for home buyers.

High demand for homes and low inventory this spring may make it hard for buyers to find the perfect home. REALTORS® can give buyers a leg up.

05/27/2016

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home. We would love to help with the transition. Just give us a call at 913-424-6155. We look forward to hearing from you!