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What Factors Go Into a Home’s Asking Price

Whether you’re house hunting or trying to sell your own home, trying to understand what goes into a home’s asking price can be a confusing endeavor. For those not well versed in real estate, trying to navigate these differences without an experienced guide can make the process of buying or selling a home more difficult.

The Factors that Go into a Home’s Asking Price

suburban-homesWhen it comes to a home’s asking price, there are a number of factors that will ultimately affect that final number. Here are a few of them.

The Current Market

In the world of real estate, things change quickly. The asking price of a home is largely determined by whatever is happening in the market at that exact moment.If there are a lot of homes listed for sale, you can typically expect asking prices to be very low. If houses on the market are scarce, call your real estate agent; it’s a great time to sell your house. If you’re buying, you may want to wait for the next shift in the market. You can expect the asking prices in this setting to very high.

Location, Location, Location

This one seems pretty self-explanatory, but it’s important to understand that this means so much more than just desirable neighborhoods and good school districts. Within the same area, two seemingly identical houses can actually be on opposite ends of the spectrum when it comes to asking price.Here are a few things to ask yourself to determine if the location is causing the price to fluctuate between two seemingly similar homes:

  • Is the home in an area with easy access to main roads and interstates?
  • Are there any parks or shops nearby?
  • Is there a railroad that runs by the house or loud traffic?

All of these things (and plenty more) can play a significant role in determining a home’s asking price.

Features and Updates

These are best thought of as amenities, or extra touches that go along way. You might not consider something like brand name appliances to be a huge factor when it comes to determining the asking price for a home, but for many buyers, these features can go a long way.Some other price-changers may include central air conditioning, construction updates and new renovations, larger rooms, high ceilings, and natural lighting.

Size and Condition

When it comes to pricing a home, looks can be deceiving, and fixer-uppers aren’t always cheaper.Sure, if a house needs some work, you can usually expect it to be cheaper than a brand new home. That being said, location still pays a factor. If you’re seeing an expensive house that looks like it should be a steal because of the condition, take into consideration where it’s located.You should also always check the square footage for homes when comparing them to one another. Although two houses may seem to be similarly sized at first glance, a little extra space can make a world of difference.

Style and Floor Plan

This can vary depending on buyer preference and lifestyle, but there are some floor plans that are more desirable across the board and thus, demand a higher price.For example, colonial style homes are generally valued higher than split-level homes. Inversely, split-levels sell for more than bi-levels.This is important to keep all of these things in mind when considering asking prices for your home, as well as what you should be paying when you’re in the market for a new place.

Thinking of putting your home on the market? Or are you looking for a new home in Kansas City? Let our team help you! Give us a call today!  You can reach our team at 913.521.8806.  Want to come see us?  Our office is conveniently located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.

How to Sell Your Home (Quickly)

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Selling a house is stressful, and most people want the entire process to end as quickly as possible. In many cases, a speedy sale is imperative for a variety of personal reasons. Ideally, if you want to sell your home rapidly, then you are going to want to price it properly to be competitive. Remember, buyers are always the most interested in a house during the first few weeks that the listing hits the market, so you need to make sure all of your ducks are in a row so you can have a smooth and speedy sale.

How You Can Sell Your Home Fast

Here are just a few ideas on how to sell your home:

Consult With a Knowledgeable Agent

Avoid hiring an agent just because they are a friend of a friend or you know someone who used them successfully. Instead, you need to focus on the agent’s track record. Their past sales record will show if they sell homes quickly or not. Also, make sure that the agent is familiar with your neighborhood. A skilled agent should have an impressive resume and display confidence when they view your home. Always take the time to check the agent’s reviews. Also, look to see if they promote their properties using both online sources and old-school advertising. A superior agent will hire a professional photographer to take photos of your home to post on their site and social media.

Take Steps to Prepare Your Home

master-bedroom-staged-homeBefore your agent sends a professional photographer to take pictures of your home, you need to prepare by doing the following things.

  • Clean: Your home needs to shine from top to bottom. You might want to hire a professional cleaning crew to come in and spruce things up.
  • De-clutter: Potential buyers want to see the bones of your home and not your stuff. This means that it’s time to put away personal photographs and other items that detract from the features of the home.
  • Staging: Yes, staging can be expensive, but if your home is empty then this is often the best way to present your house in its best light. Discuss the process of staging with your agent. Even if you are still living in the home, having a professional stager come in and arrange your existing items is often the boost your residence needs to catch a potential buyer’s eyes.

Create a Plan to Market Your Home

When you meet with your agent, you should both create a plan to market your home successfully. Here are just a few topics that you need to explore with your agent:

  • Professional Photos: Many consider professional photos a ‘must’ to get buyers through the door by appealing to them via websites and social media.
  • Postcards/Flyers: Many agents send out old-school notes to potential buyers to let them know that there is an awesome home available near them.
  • Social Media Sharing: Nowadays, social media sharing is a must. Your agent needs to be very active on social media to truly grab a client’s interests.

Schedule Showings With Your Agent

All showings must be handled by your agent and run by you first. Also, you need to be available at short notice for your agent to show your home. Many buyers come in from out of town and are keeping a tight schedule, so your flexibility when it comes to showings is essential to their success.

Prepare Your Home Before the Showings

If you have a showing scheduled, then it’s time to break out the vacuum and mop the floors. All bathrooms should be clean, and the kitchen should sparkle. Be sure to pick up toys, electronics, and personal items, remember, you want a potential buyer to be looking at your house and not your stuff.

Get an Offer and Close on Your Home

Go over the offer with your realtor to make sure that its a promising and firm offer. Do not hesitate to counteroffer or address any areas of concern. Finally, once both parties agree, and all inspections have cleared, it is time to celebrates as you close on your home. Hopefully, the entire process of selling your home goes quickly, and your home goes under contract in record time. To learn more about selling your home fast please contact Cami Jones Collaborative. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vcex_button url=”https://www.camijoneshomes.com/contact/” size=”medium” align=”center”]Click Here to Contact the Cami Jones Collaborativey Team[/vcex_button][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Sell Your Home Fast: 5 Tips From the Pros

Ready to get your house off the market? We’re here to help. As industry leaders in Kansas City real estate, we have some insight as to what potential buyers are looking for. In short, we know what helps homes sell faster.

Pro Tips to Sell Your Home Fast

Follow these five tips to give yourself the best chance of selling your house fast.

1. De-Clutter Your Home

You may have guessed this one on your own, but clutter isn’t great for keeping prospective buyers’ eyes on the ultimate prize: your home. Remove personal items and toys from your home, including any family photos. Rent a storage unit to store your extra belongings. During an open house, buyers need to be able to picture themselves making their own memories within those walls. If there are pictures of other people floating around the house, it could make it more difficult for them to develop that emotional connection.

2. Invest in Home Staging Services

staged-homeIf you’re just ready to settle on a deal and move forward from this experience, consider hiring a professional to help you stage your home. An expert will know from experience what homes that sell look like on the inside.

3. Find the Right Agent

Do your research and find someone that really knows the area and the business. Look for a real estate agents with a successful track record. Is this person able to walk into your home and immediately pinpoint problem areas — as well as selling points?In the age of social media and the internet, it’s always a good idea to check online reviews. Finding out what other people are saying is a great way to get an idea of someone’s track record. When it’s all said and done, try to find an agent you  can get along with that understands your needs, but also has a great track record in areas of both testimony and numbers.

4. Make Small Upgrades

Now is not the time for a full-blown renovation, but there are small things you can do to improve the condition and appearance of your house that are fairly cheap to execute.Change hardware on your cabinets for a fresh look or get a new sink for your kitchen or bathroom. Even incorporating fresh, coordinated linens, toothbrush holders, soap dispensers, and the like can do a lot to transform your space.

5. Add Some Curb Appeal

One of the most important aspects of selling your home is what we like to call curb appeal. If things are looking particularly bland or shabby as far as the outside of your home is concerned, potential buyers are unlikely to even want to look at the inside. Be sure to keep the exterior of your home looking as nice as possible. Keep hedges trimmed and consider power washing the outside of your home. Wash windows and doors, and add flowers, depending on the time of year.When you decide to sell your home, calling in the professionals is always a great way to take some of the strain and stress away. At Cami Jones Collaborative, we know how important it is to move on to the next journey of your life, and we are here to help.If you need to sell your home fast, let us help you! Contact us today!  Want to come and see us?  Our office is conveniently located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.

Selling Your Home: How to Decorate for the Holidays

You might be struggling with holiday decorating this year if you are trying to sell your house. One question we get around this time of year is, “Will putting up holiday decorations in my home make it less desirable to buyers?” The answer is that decorating will not turn off buyers. It might even make your home more enticing during showings because buyers will see how beautiful everything looks decked out with holiday decor; though the key is to keep holiday decorations simple and elegant.

Decorating for the Holidays When Your Home is on the Market

To get you on the right track, we’ve put together a list of four things to keep in mind when decorating your home while it is on the market this holiday season.

1. Keep it Subtle

The goal is to be festive, without overwhelming potential buyers. You do not want to distract them from the structure and details that your home has to offer year round. Choose a subtle theme that still aligns with the season. When you decorate for the holidays, you want to create a look that is cozy, warm and inviting without overdoing it.Some popular decor items you should try to avoid while your home is on the market are huge, bright multi-colored lights and Santas or snowmen that make noise or dance when you walk by. Generally, anything loud, noisy, or attention-grabbing is a no-go.One way to keep things festive without being too drastic is to use snowflake themed decorations that subtly reflect the winter season. You can add subtle touches like holiday-scented candles, a wreath or a holiday-themed welcome-mat.These are all things that won’t take too much attention away from the home itself, or be off-putting.If you want to throw in some extra holiday spirit, switch out your blankets and throw pillows with ones that have a vintage holiday theme (right photo source: greatamericancountry.com).

2. Coordinate with Everyday Decor

As you prepare to decorate for the holidays, keep in mind that you’ll want to choose colors and pieces that won’t clash with the rest of the decor in your home.If your current living-room decor consists of statement patterns or bold colors, it will be a bit more difficult to coordinate with the typical red and green color palette. If you find yourself struggling to coordinate your holiday decor with your current decor, try going with neutral ribbons, ornaments, and lights in white, silver, or gold.

3. Keep it Simple

We all love those cute ornaments that the kids make, but we suggest keeping them out of the main rooms of your home while it is on the market. In our Home Staging Tips From the Pros post, we discussed the importance of removing anything from your space that makes buyers feel as if the house belongs to somebody else – this also pertains to holiday decor.You can still display those personal ornaments on a small tree in bedrooms or play areas; buyers pay less attention to these areas and will know that they are meant for children. Another option is to take down personal family ornaments/holiday decor when a showing is scheduled.

4. Consult Your Agent

Whether you’re simply unsure of how to decorate your home or just want a second opinion, your agent should be your go-to person for these questions. That’s what we are here for. We can use our expertise in staging to help you deck the halls, without scaring away potential buyers.Are you looking to buy a home in Kansas City or thinking of putting your home on the market?  Give us a call today!  You can reach our team at 913.521.8806.  You can also come visit our office at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224. Happy Holidays!

Navigating a Buyer’s vs. Seller’s Market: What’s the Difference?

We came across this article about the differences between a buyer’s and seller’s market from our friends at OpenListing.com and thought we would share it with you today.We all know that the real estate industry has its own set of lingo. For a lot of us, especially first-time home buyers, it can be difficult to determine what all these terms mean and then how to act accordingly. Luckily, we’re here to do the decoding so that you don’t have to.Today, we’re tackling the terms “buyer’s market” and “seller’s market” and helping you understand the differences, how it affects your chances of becoming a homeowner, and what you can expect from each type of market.

What’s a Buyer’s Market?

Just like the name suggests, a “buyer’s market” is traditionally used to refer to market conditions where the buyer has an inherent advantage over the seller. Typically, these are times when there’s plenty of housing inventory, and buyers seem to have their pick of available properties to choose from.Since the market is flooded with homes to choose from, properties have a tendency to stick around longer. When that happens, sellers get nervous. The added pressure of potentially not being able to sell their home means that in buyer’s markets, sellers are often flexible on the sale price.As a buyer, you can use this uncertainty to your advantage to score a great deal on a home. Of course, you’ll want to do some research before deciding how far below asking you can reasonably offer. However, if you’re really looking to save, we recommend focusing on homes that have been on the market for a while or that have recently had a reduction in price.From the CJCO Team: We believe that 2019 will be a buyer’s market in Kansas City because of the increasing employment levels and low-interest rates (below 5%) in the area.

How to Survive a Buyer’s Market as a Seller

From a seller’s point of view, a buyer’s market is not the ideal time to make a move. If getting as much value out of your home as possible is crucial to you, you may want to consider resisting the urge to uproot and wait for a more favorable moment.That said, we understand that the decision of when to move may not always be under your control. Sometimes, new employment opportunities or family circumstances dictate that a move in less-than-ideal conditions.However, even if that’s the case for you, there are still a few things you can do to help your property stand out from the crowd:

  • Boost that curb appeal, and consider high ROI upgrades: In this market, the most attractive homes go first (and to higher bidders). Before putting your home on the market, make sure it’s in peak condition by fixing any lingering maintenance issues, pumping up the curb appeal, and maybe even investing in a few affordable upgrades like fresh paint or new countertops.
  • Invest in top-notch photography: Listing photos offer potential buyers their first impression of the property. Make sure it’s a good one by investing in photography that presents your home in its most flattering light. This will ensure that buyers are clamoring to come see your home, rather than passing it over for more attractive options.
  • Price to sell: You don’t have to give up on making a profit from the start, but you should list your home at a price that remains competitive.
  • Be flexible: Be flexible when it comes to accommodating showings and to negotiating offers. The more people that are able to see your home, the more likely you are to find someone that’s interested. Then, when you’re ready to negotiate an offer, be sure to keep an open mind.

From the CJCO Team: We also suggest you utilize professional staging services to help sell your home. Homes that are professionally staged sell 73 percent faster than the competition. 

The Flip Side: Homebuying in a Seller’s Market

On the other hand, in a “seller’s market,” the seller inherently has an advantage over the buyer. This is where housing inventory tends to be few and far between, leading sellers to have a greater pool of interested buyers to choose from — and, driving housing prices up.In this case, since housing inventory is so low, houses that do go on the market tend to get a lot of attention. There’s a strong chance that sellers will have multiple offers to choose from, and, because of that, available properties tend to go under contract very quickly at or above asking price.The good news is, as the seller, there’s not much you need to do to take advantage of this situation. For the most part, you’re free to sit back and let the offers come to you. However, in order to put yourself in the absolute best bargaining position, it never hurts to make sure that your property is in top shape before listing it for sale.From the CJCO Team: Although Kansas City as a whole is predicted to be a buyer’s market, some extremely desireable areas and subdivisions will continue to have low inventory and give sellers the upper hand. 

Staying Competitive in a Seller’s Market

As a buyer, scoring a property in a seller’s market can feel a lot like jumping through hoops. You have move fast, negotiate generously, and even when you’re on top of it, you may have to submit a few offers before yours is selected.Don’t lose hope, though. All it takes is a little planning and forethought to get your offer moved to the top of the pile:

  • Have your paperwork ready: When you find a home you love, you won’t want to have to wait on financial paperwork before submitting an offer. Do yourself a favor, and apply for pre-approval first. That way, you’ll be ready when the time comes.
  • Shop during off-peak seasons: Skip the infamous Spring market in favor of a quieter time to shop for a home like back-to-school time or over the holidays. You’ll face much less competition.
  • Stay alert: Use the Open Listings app to get alerted the minute a property that matches your search hits that market so that you can get in on the action early.
  • Schedule house tours ASAP: Once a property you like becomes available, it probably won’t last long. Make sure you give yourself an opportunity to get in on the action by going to see it as soon as possible, even if it means being a little flexible in other areas of your schedule. In this case, it’s better safe than sorry.
  • Write a strong offer: Unfortunately, a seller’s market is not the time to try and score a deal. Ask yourself how upset you’ll be if you lose out on this house, and then write your offer accordingly. If you really love it, don’t be afraid to go in above the asking price — and be sure to write a winning offer letter.

Thinking of putting your home on the market or relocating to Kansas City? Let the Cami Jones & Company Team help you! Give us a call today!  You can reach our team at 913.521.8806.  Or come visit our office is located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.This article originally appeared on OpenListings.

Increase Resale Value by Updating These Areas of Your Home

Your home is a big investment, and updating the areas we have listed below can significantly increase its value. Whether you’re renovating for your own personal satisfaction or looking to attain peak value before you sell your home, these upgrades are guaranteed to give you a return on your investment.

Home Updates That Will Increase Your Resale Value

Exterior Updates

You want your home to make a good first impression the moment buyers pull into the driveway. Exterior updates always provide a return on your investment and are relatively simple to execute.To begin, make sure that there are no plants covering the walkway leading to your front door. You can do this by neatly pruning trees and shrubs and removing any scattered debris. You should take some time to remove dead plants and replace them with healthy ones. Planting colorful flowers is an easy way to make the exterior of your home stand out. Choose flowers and shrubs that have a similar color scheme and vary the height of the plants for maximum impact.You can also install stone walkways and water features to boost your resale value. These design elements serve as impressive focal points in the front or backyard and give staid landscaping more aesthetic appeal.

Kitchen Remodel

A kitchen remodel might seem like a big investment – and it can be – but kitchen renovations are a pretty safe bet when it comes to updating your home because they provide the greatest return on investment. Changing the paint on your walls and refinishing your cabinets instead of buying new ones are some simple and inexpensive ways to make this area more appealing. Other kitchen additions that buyers love to see when they walk through a home include:

  • Updated stainless steel appliances
  • Polished flooring
  • New window coverings
  • Modern light fixtures
  • Granite or marble countertops

Living Room Updates

Not surprisingly, the area where most of the ‘living’ takes place plays a significant role in the overall value of a home. While these updates don’t guarantee as large of a return as an exterior or kitchen remodel, their impact should not be underestimated. Living room decor alone can average a resale return of around 66%.Keep things looking clean and fresh by adding new light fixtures, outlet covers, floor registers, crown molding, drapes, and accessories. Low-cost updates like painting the walls, as well as repainting and finishing trim, can make your living space look like new again. Pro tip: When choosing paint colors, try to keep the palette as neutral as possible-this will depersonalize the space and make buyers feel like they are buying a home that doesn’t belong to someone else.We also suggest getting your living room carpet and/or hardwood flooring professionally cleaned before or replacing it altogether before you start showing your home. If you do decide to replace your flooring, it is hard to gauge if hardwood or carpet will give you the most bang for your buck because some buyers enjoy the coziness of carpet while others like the look of hardwood. It is a good idea to consult with your real estate agent to see what buyers are looking for in your area.

Revamping the Master Bedroom

The master bedroom is a room that can make or break a sale. It is another area where homeowners spend a lot of time and updates to this room average a return of around 52% at resale – certainly still a worthwhile investment.Updates to windows, walls, and flooring are easy, cost-effective and impactful. Hardwood flooring looks beautiful in a master bedroom accompanied by statement rugs, drapes, and complementary accent pieces. Swapping out light fixtures in the master bedroom can have a surprisingly positive and dramatic effect as well. Lighting and ambiance are crucial for this space, so consider a chandelier for a romantic and inviting aesthetic.Thinking of putting your home on the market?  Let us help you! Give us a call today!  You can reach our team at 913.521.8806.  Want to come and see us?  Our office is conveniently located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.

Home Staging Tips From the Pros

When trying to sell your home in the competitive Kansas City market, every detail matters. From the moment a buyer steps into your home they want to be able to picture themselves living there surrounded by beautiful decor. That is where staging comes in.

Sell Your Home Faster with Home Staging

Home staging is one of the best ways to make your home stand out from the rest. Here are some of our professional staging tips that will help market and sell your home faster.

Declutter

Decluttering is at the top of our list for a reason. It is extremely important that potential buyers see the space and not the stuff. Clutter distracts the eye and can seem chaotic which can turn off even those who are eager to buy. Every room in your home, whether staged or not, should be free of clutter.

You Don’t Need to Stage Every Room

It is important to focus your staging efforts on rooms that ‘matter.’ Generally, when you walk through a staged home, you will see some rooms completely staged and others with very few items in them. You want to focus your attention on rooms that will encourage people to buy. According to the National Association of Realtors Report, the places that matter most to buyers include the living room, master bedroom, and kitchen. If you have a home with multiple bathrooms, it is suggested that you stage the master bath and keep the others spotless.

Make the Space Appeal to a Wide Audience

One important factor in home staging is making decor choices that appeal to a lot of people. Having a lot of buyers walking through your home also means that there are a lot of different design tastes walking through your home. You want to appeal to as many of those tastes as possible. The home should be stylish and charming, but there should not be any personal touches (family pictures, statement furniture and decor, kid’s toys, etc.). You want the people looking at your home to feel like it is their own and not someone else’s that they are buying.

Paint Your Walls a Neutral Color

Painting the walls may seem like quite an undertaking, but it really shows off a room’s assets. Painting makes rooms look bigger and de-personalizes the space. Paint brightly colored walls ivory, taupe or gray; these colors make buyers feel as if they are entering a space that is brand new.

Use Up to Date Furniture and Accents

If your furniture and decor don’t look good as new and on trend, you will probably have to upgrade to something more current. It is imperative that furniture, area rugs, and accents are up to date when it comes to staging a home. Take a look at magazines and interior design blogs, we suggest Noble Designs, for inspiration. You will be able to see what type of furniture is right for your staging project and possibly find out where the furniture can be purchased.Keep in mind that home staging can bring added stress to your move if you try to take it on alone. Luckily, some real estate agents offer staging services if you sign with them.We want you to sell your home as quickly as possible. That is why home staging is just one of the marketing services offered by our team atCami Jones Collaborative.Thinking of putting your home on the market?  Let us help you! Give us a call today!  You can reach our team at 913.521.8806.  Want to come and see us?  Our office is conveniently located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.

New Listings- July 10

July is here, summer is in full swing and we’ve got listings for you!  Take a peek at this sampling and if anything sparks your interest, please contact us!  If you don’t see what you’re looking for, we’re happy to hunt high and low on your behalf until we find it!For those of you putting your property on the market, you can be assured that the Cami Jones Collaborative will go above and beyond to sell your home.  The reason we consistently move more real estate in Kansas City than other teams is because we know marketing and we intimately understand this market.There’s much more to marketing a home than simply inputting the info into MLS, watching and waiting.  Our team has decades of combined experience and we represent both buyers and sellers.  We have multiple tools at our disposal to market your home.  Thousands of Kansas Citians can’t be wrong…they have chosen the best when they choose Cami Jones Collaborative for their real estate needs!

Traditional Offline Marketing Support

Offline (traditional) marketing support includes anything from hosting Open Houses to regular communication with other agents.  The ultimate goal is to drive traffic to YOUR home.  Sometimes, we are able to feature our listings on Tuesday agent tours, which ups the exposure to the agent community.We offer professionally prepared marketing materials to highlight your home and showcase its features to potential buyers.  This includes best-in-class photography and staging opportunities.  You have the wonderful property…it’s up to us to highlight it and sell it for you!

Online and Social Marketing Support

We are committed to helping our clients achieve maximum exposure for their listing.  This includes maintaining active social media accounts.  We regularly post and promote our listings on our social media channels.  You can  like us on Facebook , follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  We’re even on LinkedIn, as Cami Jones Collaborative, ReeceNichols.  We have an established network of colleagues who look for and anticipate our listings and are ready to share our content.  This sort of “viral marketing” often leads to offers early in the process!

Here are four of our featured listings; feel free to take a look!

Mills Farm

 

Listing #2111082
Soaring 1.5 story, move-in ready! Curved iron staircase, with balcony & loft, overlooking the grand 18-ft great room with stone fireplace & rich hardwoods! With first floor den/office & master bed with private patio access! LL is finished w/large family room, wet bar, full bathroom, fifth bedroom and lots of storage! Wrought iron fenced backyard features serene screened porch & beautiful landscaping! Granite kitchen w/stainless steel, walk-in pantry, central vac and security system! GREAT LOCATION & AWESOME AMENITIES!

Belton, MO charmer!

Listing #2114858
Why build when you can have new, unexpected relo! Adorable dollhouse featuring an open floor plan complete with an over-sized kitchen, kitchen island, walk in pantry & granite counter tops! Wood Floors throughout main level & a gorgeous floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Large bedrooms, Master suite w/walk-in closet, double vanity, shower and a gorgeous treed view. Laundry located on bedroom level! Unfinished walk out basement ready for your finishing touches. Large deck with birds eye view make this a home run!!!

Coffee Creek Crossing

 

Listing #2110829

Gorgeous open & inviting 2 story home on a beautifully landscaped and treed lot. Loaded with amazing features including:1st floor office, mud room with mother’s desk, generous sized bedrooms and closets. Large open kitchen with large island, loads of cabinet space & big pantry. Finished LL walk-out basement featuring beautiful stone fireplace and custom bar perfect for entertaining. Enjoy biking and walking trails within the neighborhood that connect to all Overland Park trails.

Chapel Hill

Listing #2113772
SELLER WANTS AN OFFER! Exquisite reverse floor plan with all of the upgrades done inside & out. Soaring ceilings & sun drenched rooms highlight the open floor plan. Custom kitchen with stained cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances & a walk-in closet w/built in desk. Master Suite boasts a see-through fireplace, stunning vaulted ceiling, private covered deck, spa-like bath w/an amazing walk-in closet & access to the laundry rm. Lower Level family room, full bar, 2 more bedrooms.

Give us a call today!  You can reach the Cami Jones Collaborative team at 913.402.2550.  Want to come see us?  Our office is conveniently located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.

New Listings and Open Houses- Sun, Apr 22

It’s spring (at least according to the calendar!) and we’ve got listings and open houses for you!  Take a peek and if anything sparks your interest, please contact us!  If you don’t see what you’re looking for, we’re happy to hunt high and low on your behalf until we find it!For those of you putting your property on the market, you can be assured that the Cami Jones Collaborative team will go above and beyond to sell your home.  The reason we consistently move more real estate in Kansas City than other teams is because we know marketing and we intimately understand this market.There’s much more to marketing a home than simply inputting the info into MLS, watching and waiting.  Our team has decades of combined experience and multiple tools at our disposal to market your home.

Traditional Offline Marketing Support

Offline (traditional) marketing support can encompass anything from hosting Open Houses to regular communication with other agents.  Sometimes, we are able to feature our listings on Tuesday agent tours, which ups the exposure to the agent community.  We offer professionally prepared marketing materials to highlight your home and showcase its features to potential buyers.  This includes best-in-class photography and staging opportunities.  You have the wonderful property…it’s up to us to highlight it and sell it for you!

Online and Social Marketing Support

We are committed to helping our clients achieve maximum exposure for their listing.  This includes maintaining active social media accounts.  We regularly post and promote our listings on our social media channels.  You can  like us on Facebook , follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  We’re even on LinkedIn, as Cami Jones Collaborative, ReeceNichols.  We have an established network of colleagues who look for and anticipate our listings and are ready to share our content.  This sort of “viral marketing” often leads to offers early in the process!

Here are four of our featured listings; feel free to take a look!

Mission Creek Estates

Listing #2099784
Stunning Todd Hill Home on hard to find treed 1.3 acre estate lot in Mission Creek Estates (180th Terrace and Mission Road)! Inviting front porch welcomes you into this home bursting with extras. Gorgeous mill work, craftsman-style trim, built-ins galore, newly refinished hardwoods throughout entire main floor which includes dining room, study, sun room, office, & living room. Gourmet chefs kitchen boasts built in Frigidaire, double ovens, retractable wall mount pot filler, walk-in & butler’s pantry. Oversized master bedroom & closet with built-in dresser & vanity. Luxurious master en suite…+ SO MUCH MORE!

Mills Farm

Listing #2098518
Gorgeous 2 Story in Mills Farm! This home is loaded with upgrades and boasts an amazing amount of space with over 6000 sq. ft finished. This home is great for entertaining! Large living room with beautiful stone fireplace. Coastal-inspired kitchen with large eat-in area. First floor office, huge mudroom and pantry. 3-car oversized garage with epoxy floors. Don’t miss the spacious master bedroom & bathroom with his & her vanities. All secondary bedrooms are generous sized with great sized closets.  Open House:  Sunday, Apr 22, 2018 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Wilshire Farms

Listing #2092259
WILSHIRE FARMS PRICED BELOW APPRAISAL! $125k in upgrades/updates! You’ll find this meticulously maintained one-owner home tucked away on an interior subdivision street. Amazing outdoor entertaining space including screened in lanai, separate grilling deck & brick patio/fire pit off the finished WALKOUT lower level. Great floor plan – huge kitchen/hearth area (seller paid extra to expand) with gorgeous split staircase. Main level office. Wet bar, 1/2 bath (stubbed for shower), media and billiards room in LL plus plenty of storage.

Wyngate

Listing #2098669
Stunning home in the sought after Wyngate subdivision. This open floor plan features soaring ceilings and kitchen boasts island with granite tops, 2 ovens, walk-in pantry & beautiful hardwood floors. Large master suite with huge walk-in closet. Secondary bedrooms are generous in size with walk-in closets and baths. Finished lower level has a huge family room, 9ft ceilings, fireplace, built ins & walk behind wet bar. Plantation shutters. Covered screened in deck, stamped patio w/ fire pit.
Open House:  Sunday, Apr 22, 2018 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Give us a call today!  You can reach the Cami Jones Collaborative team at 913.402.2550.  Want to come see us?  Our new office is conveniently located at 5000 W. 135th St. Leawood, KS 66224.

8 staging tips to get top dollar for your home

Staging.  It’s kind of a buzz word when it comes to listing your home.  When we talk about staging, we’re describing a method of decorating meant to showcase a home’s best assets, impress buyers and sell it quickly for the highest possible price.  A big part of it has to do with making it possible for buyers to visualize themselves in your home.   It’s almost a way of depersonalizing your home, which is the opposite of what an interior designer would do.You know that feeling…when you walk into “the one” and immediately think “Tommy will sleep here…and this will be Emma’s room,” etc.  It’s easy to see yourself living in that property and you’re hooked and ready to move in!  So what staging tricks can you do as a seller to get top dollar for your home?

8 Staging Tips

  1. Add mirrors.  Mirrors make a dark room look lighter, and a small room look larger by multiplying and reflecting light.  For added impact, put three or four identical mirrors side-by-side to create a large display.
  2. Stick to natural, neutral colors with pops of accent color.  The accent color(s) and rich fabrics are where a little personality can show through and make things look less sterile.  Don’t be afraid to break up that beige and gray!
  3. Even though you want to make your house stand out, keep the neighborhood and area trends in mind.  Exposed brick walls and rustic Edison bulbs might look great in a downtown loft, but might feel out of place in your suburban home.  Keep with the vibe and design of your home when staging for others to see.
  4. Get rid of clutter!  This includes furniture, accessories and photos.  Clear off those countertops!  Free the fridge of all the kids’ artwork!
  5. Try floating your furniture.  By “floating,” we mean pulling it off the walls and creating conversation groupings.  It can make a room feel much larger.
  6. Try hanging drapes that start higher than the window molding and go all the way to the floor.  This makes a room appear larger, too!
  7. Pay attention to lighting!  Most homes are darker than they should be and homeowners just get used to it over time.
  8. Decorate with the “rule of 3s” in mind.  For your accessories, try to group in threes, with varying heights.  The items shouldn’t be lined up soldier-style, but arranged in a triangle formation, with one object at each point.  Put the largest item in the back.

8 inexpensive upgrades to try!

Try these and get some big bang for your buck.

  1. A fresh coat of paint
  2. New throw pillows
  3. Add a new blanket or throw
  4. New scented candle (one scent throughout house works best)
  5. Paying for a thorough professional cleaning
  6. Making minor repairs
  7. Changing out kitchen hardware
  8. Change your light bulbs to a higher wattage

The Cami Jones & Company team is committed to helping our sellers realize top dollar for their homes!  We offer best-in-class marketing support, and you can expect things like professional staging services, photography, expertly-made flyers, postcards, and a smart social media strategy.  Contact us here or call us today at 913-402-2550 and let us show you how we use the latest and most effective technology to market it in a variety of ways.*image from HGTV.com