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Real Estate Is Voted the Best Long-Term Investment 12 Years in a Row

If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, connect with an agent to talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

KCM Crew | May 23, 2025

For Buyers

Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Read This First.

If you’ve been house hunting lately, you’ve probably felt the sting of today’s mortgage rates.

KCM Crew | May 22, 2025

For Buyers

More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign – It's Your Buying Opportunity

Maybe you’ve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high.

KCM Crew | May 21, 2025

For Buyers

What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees

When buying a home, you’re probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners associat...

KCM Crew | May 20, 2025

For Sellers

You Could Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children the Gift of Home

If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve built up a lot of wealth – just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time.

KCM Crew | May 19, 2025

For Buyers

Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.

KCM Crew | May 16, 2025

For Sellers

Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?

If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go.

KCM Crew | May 15, 2025

For Buyers

Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership

Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.

KCM Crew | May 14, 2025

For Buyers

Why Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions Right Now

Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid closing costs, mortgage rate buy-downs, and more.

KCM Crew | May 13, 2025

For Sellers

Home Projects That Boost Value

Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, it’s smart to be strategic about which home projects you take on.

KCM Crew | May 12, 2025

For Buyers

Why You’ll Want a Home Inspection

An inspection is your chance to avoid costly headaches and get peace of mind. Connect with an agent to talk about other ways to make your offer stand out.

KCM Crew | May 9, 2025

Mortgage Rates

Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is really the right time to move.

KCM Crew | May 8, 2025

For Sellers

Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others

As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger.

KCM Crew | May 7, 2025

Home Prices

Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t

With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual.

KCM Crew | May 6, 2025

For Buyers

The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked

Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now.

KCM Crew | May 5, 2025

For Sellers

Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible

Thanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity.

KCM Crew | May 2, 2025

For Buyers

What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market

Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year.

KCM Crew | May 1, 2025

For Buyers

A Tale of Two Housing Markets

For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers.

KCM Crew | April 30, 2025

Foreclosures

Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Aren’t a Warning Sign

When it feels like the cost of just about everything is rising, it’s only natural to wonder what that means for the housing market.

KCM Crew | April 29, 2025

For Buyers

Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again

It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year.

KCM Crew | April 28, 2025

For Buyers

You Finally Have More Options for Your Move

• If you put your home search on hold because you couldn’t find anything you liked in your budget, it’s time to try again.

KCM Crew | April 25, 2025

For Buyers

Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait?

At some point, you’ve probably heard the saying: “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.”

KCM Crew | April 24, 2025

For Sellers

What’s Your House Worth Now? The Answer May Surprise You

Let’s talk about something you might not check nearly as often as your bank account – and that’s how much your home is worth.

KCM Crew | April 23, 2025

For Buyers

What You Can Do When Mortgage Rates Are a Moving Target

Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately?

KCM Crew | April 22, 2025

For Buyers

Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House

According to Realtor.com, the best week to list your house this year was April 13–19.

KCM Crew | April 21, 2025

For Sellers

If the Asking Price Isn’t Compelling, It’s Not Selling

Unfortunately, a lot of sellers today are setting their asking price too high. That’s leading to an uptick in price cuts.

KCM Crew | April 18, 2025

For Buyers

Pre-Approval Isn’t Commitment – It’s Clarity

If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one of the smartest moves you can make.

KCM Crew | April 17, 2025

Home Prices

Do You Think the Housing Market’s About To Crash? Read This First

Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?”

KCM Crew | April 16, 2025

For Buyers

Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help

You’ve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have keys to a place that’s truly yours.

KCM Crew | April 15, 2025

For Buyers

4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring

Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up.

KCM Crew | April 14, 2025

Infographics

A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis

There’s a lot of talk about a recession lately and how the odds of one are rising.

KCM Crew | April 11, 2025

For Buyers

Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection

When you finally find the home you want to buy, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement.

KCM Crew | April 10, 2025

Downsize

Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plans?

Retirement isn’t just a milestone. It's the beginning of something really special.

KCM Crew | April 9, 2025

Inventory

The Truth About Newly Built Homes and Today’s Market

Headlines are talking about the inventory of new homes and how we’re back at the levels not seen since 2009.

KCM Crew | April 8, 2025

For Buyers

House Hunting Just Got Easier – Here’s Why

If you’ve been frustrated by the lack of homes for sale over the past few years, here’s some good news.

KCM Crew | April 7, 2025

For Buyers

Things To Avoid After You Apply for a Mortgage

Once a lender has reviewed your finances as part of the homebuying process, you want to be as consistent as possible. Don’t make any big changes that could affect your mortgage application.

KCM Crew | April 4, 2025

For Sellers

The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price

When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that's generally the goal.

KCM Crew | April 3, 2025

For Buyers

Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers

Buying your first home in today’s market can feel tough. Between high home prices and mortgage rates, affordability is still a big challenge.

KCM Crew | April 2, 2025

For Buyers

Here’s What a Recession Could Mean for the Housing Market

Recession talk is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year.

KCM Crew | April 1, 2025

For Buyers

Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again

Last year, 70% of buyers abandoned their home search – and maybe you were one of them. 

KCM Crew | March 31, 2025

Infographics

National Housing Trends To Watch

At a national level, the housing market has shifted over the past year.

KCM Crew | March 28, 2025

For Buyers

Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here’s How To Use It

You may have heard there are more homes for sale right now. 

KCM Crew | March 27, 2025

For Buyers

Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring

Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you.

KCM Crew | March 26, 2025

For Sellers

The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?

If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now.

KCM Crew | March 25, 2025

For Buyers

4 Things To Expect from the Spring Housing Market

Spring is in full swing, and the housing market is picking up along with it.

KCM Crew | March 24, 2025

For Buyers

Your Roadmap to Homeownership

Buying a home isn’t just a transaction – it’s a journey. And like any great adventure, having a solid roadmap makes all the difference.

KCM Crew | March 21, 2025

For Buyers

How Buying or Selling a Home Helps Your Local Economy

Whether you’re buying or selling a house, here’s something to think about that most people don’t.

KCM Crew | March 20, 2025

For Buyers

What You Need To Know About Homeowner’s Insurance

Homeowner’s insurance is a must-have to protect what’s probably your biggest investment – your home.

KCM Crew | March 19, 2025

For Sellers

Is It Time To Put Your House Back on the Market?

If you took your house off the market in late 2024, you’re not the only one.

KCM Crew | March 18, 2025

For Buyers

Rising Inventory Means This Spring Could Be Your Moment

Want to know two reasons this spring might finally be your time to buy?

KCM Crew | March 17, 2025

For Buyers

What You Need To Know About Pre-Approval

Before you even start looking at homes, there’s something you should do first – and that’s get pre-approved for your mortgage.

KCM Crew | March 14, 2025

For Buyers

Is the Housing Market Starting To Balance Out?

For years, sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market.

KCM Crew | March 13, 2025

For Buyers

Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous

Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming.

KCM Crew | March 12, 2025

For Buyers

Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year

If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market.

KCM Crew | March 11, 2025

For Buyers

Should I Buy a Home Right Now? Experts Say Prices Are Only Going Up

At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.”

KCM Crew | March 10, 2025

For Sellers

Do You Know What Your House Is Really Worth?

Over the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think.

KCM Crew | March 7, 2025

For Buyers

Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move

It’s no secret that remote work has surged over the last few years.

KCM Crew | March 6, 2025

For Sellers

Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in Today’s Market

Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection.

KCM Crew | March 5, 2025

For Sellers

More Buyers Are Making Moves — Is It Time To Sell?

More people are taking steps to buy a home. And, if you’ve been waiting for the right time to move, this may be the sign you’ve been looking for.

KCM Crew | March 4, 2025

For Buyers

Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons

When searching for a home, you don’t want to skip over new builds as an option.

KCM Crew | March 3, 2025

For Buyers

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

A study shows 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why. 

KCM Crew | February 28, 2025

For Sellers

Do You Know How Much Your Home Is Worth?

Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up.

KCM Crew | February 27, 2025

For Buyers

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget?

KCM Crew | February 26, 2025

Inventory

Are Investors Actually Buying Up All the Homes?

Are you trying to buy a home but you feel like you’re up against deep-pocketed Wall Street investors snatching up everything in sight? 

KCM Crew | February 25, 2025

Mortgage Rates

How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates

Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen?

KCM Crew | February 24, 2025

For Sellers

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates. 

KCM Crew | February 21, 2025

For Sellers

Seller Concessions: A Smart Strategy To Get Your House Sold

For the past few years, it’s been mostly a seller’s market. But dynamics are shifting as the number of homes for sale grows.

KCM Crew | February 20, 2025

For Buyers

The Return to Urban Living — Why More People Are Moving Back to Cities

After years of suburban and rural migration during the pandemic, cities have been making a comeback in the past couple of years

KCM Crew | February 19, 2025

Home Prices

Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation

It feels like everything is getting more expensive these days.

KCM Crew | February 18, 2025

For Sellers

Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?

Some homeowners hesitate to sell because they’ve got unanswered questions that hold them back.

KCM Crew | February 17, 2025

For Buyers

Why You’ll Love Owning a Home

Owning a home comes with many benefits, both non-financial and financial.

KCM Crew | February 14, 2025

For Sellers

The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now

Spring is the busiest season in the housing market.

KCM Crew | February 13, 2025

For Buyers

Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers

If you’re like a lot of aspiring homebuyers, there’s a major hurdle standing in your way — the cost of living.

KCM Crew | February 12, 2025

For Buyers

A Record Percent of Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2025 – Are You?

This could be the year to sell your house – and here’s why.

KCM Crew | February 11, 2025

For Buyers

Home Price Growth Is Moderating – Here’s Why That’s Good for You

Over the past few years, home prices skyrocketed.

KCM Crew | February 10, 2025

For Buyers

Why Buying a Home Now Is Your Winning Play

You may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision.

KCM Crew | February 7, 2025

For Buyers

The Perks of Buying a Fixer-Upper

There’s no denying affordability is tough right now.

KCM Crew | February 6, 2025

For Sellers

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now

If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key.

KCM Crew | February 5, 2025

For Buyers

Buyer Bright Spot: There Are More Homes on the Market

The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers, especially with higher home prices and mortgage rates.

KCM Crew | February 4, 2025

For Buyers

The Real Benefits of Buying a Home This Year

Have you been wondering whether you should keep renting or finally make the leap into homeownership?

KCM Crew | February 3, 2025

Infographics

Time in the Market Beats Trying To Time the Market

Are you torn between whether to buy a home now or wait? Consider this.

KCM Crew | January 31, 2025

For Sellers

The Secret To Selling? Using an Agent To Get Your House Noticed

In a recent survey, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked sellers what they want most from a real estate agent.

KCM Crew | January 30, 2025

For Buyers

Two Resources That Can Help You Buy a Home Right Now

A recent report from Realtor.com says 20% of Americans don’t think homeownership is achievable.

KCM Crew | January 29, 2025

Home Prices

How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement

If retirement is on the horizon, now’s the time to start thinking about your next chapter.

KCM Crew | January 28, 2025

For Buyers

3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

Let’s face it — buying a home can feel like a challenge with today’s mortgage rates.

KCM Crew | January 27, 2025

For Sellers

What To Do If Your House Didn’t Sell

Last year, as many as 1 in 3 sellers took their home off the market because it wasn’t selling. 

KCM Crew | January 24, 2025

For Buyers

Smaller Homes, Bigger Opportunities: The Homebuilder Trend Buyers Love

It’s no secret that affordability is tough with where mortgage rates and home prices are right now. 

KCM Crew | January 23, 2025

For Sellers

If Your House’s Price Is Not Compelling, It’s Not Selling

There’s one big mistake you need to avoid when you sell your house this year: setting your price too high.

KCM Crew | January 22, 2025

For Buyers

Why More People Are Buying Multi-Generational Homes Today

Today, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes — that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult children, or even distant relatives.

KCM Crew | January 21, 2025

For Buyers

When Is the Perfect Time To Move?

It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market.

KCM Crew | January 20, 2025

Infographics

2025 Housing Market Forecasts

Wondering what to expect when you buy or sell a home this year? Here’s what the experts say lies ahead.

KCM Crew | January 17, 2025

For Buyers

One Homebuying Step You Don’t Want To Skip: Pre-Approval

There’s one essential step in the homebuying process you may not know a whole lot about and that’s pre-approval.

KCM Crew | January 16, 2025

For Sellers

Roughly 11,000 Homes Will Sell Today – Will Yours Be One of Them?

Are you hesitant to sell your house because you’re worried no one’s buying with rates and prices where they are right now?

KCM Crew | January 15, 2025

For Buyers

The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home

Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process.

KCM Crew | January 14, 2025

Home Prices

How Much Home Equity Have You Gained? The Answer Might Surprise You

Have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from being a homeowner?

KCM Crew | January 13, 2025

Infographics

How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment

Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected.

KCM Crew | January 10, 2025

For Buyers

What To Save for When Buying a Home

Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be.

KCM Crew | January 9, 2025

For Sellers

Mortgage Forbearance: A Helpful Option for Homeowners Facing Challenges

Let’s face it – life can throw some curveballs.

KCM Crew | January 8, 2025

For Buyers

Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year?

KCM Crew | January 7, 2025

For Buyers

Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market

Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait?

KCM Crew | January 6, 2025