Willow Bend beats the market and then some. Who said there is a slowdown in the real estate market? They must have forget to tell the buyer looking for homes in Willow Bend. If you want to buy in Willow Bend you might not want to wait too long, at this pace there will be nothing left to buy. It looks like Overland Parks little secret is getting out., as prices continue to rise consistently in Willow Bend. Willow Bend Sale Statistics for August 2007Homes listed    3Homes Sold     6Average Price   $204,000Low                 $185,000High                $221,000Days to sell       25 South Overland Park has many great subdivisions like Willow Bend, Green Meadows, Sylvan Lake and Hampton Place. The Russell Home Team specializes in Overland Park, feel free to check out our website to see all ... 09/05/2007

Are you a move up buyer? Are you looking for a new home or maybe a lightly lived in new home? Do you want to live in a beautiful new community that is close to a golf course? Well then maybe Blackthorne Estates is right for you. Located in South Overland Park just off Mission Drive, Blackthorne Estates just opened it's second phase of homes. New home state in the mid to high 300's and run to the mid to high 400's. Developed by Duggan Homes, Blackthorne Estates is quickly becoming on of Overland Parks most popular move up subdivision. With close proximity to great restaurants, shopping and Blue Valley Schools, what is not to like. Take a look at the most recent homes saelsBlackthorne Estate Home Sales August 2007Homes Listed   1Homes Sold     4Average Sale price    $398,000Low Sale      ... 09/05/2007

As Overland Park continues to grow, it is getting harder to find great affordable neighborhoods. Sylvan Lake is one of those great affordable neighborhoods. It used to be that there was not much south of 135th. Well that line has moved and the former sleepy area that was Old Stanley is now a bustling stop for young families. Sylvan Lake continues to be a family favorite with it's close proximity to Blue Valley High School and equally close proximity to great restaurants and shopping, you will be sure to find everything a family could want. Here are Sylvan Lakes sales Statistics for the first 8 months of 2007Homes Listed   6Homes Sold     4Average price    $226,000Low Sale          $208,000High Sale         $245,000Days to sell      71 Not too shabby, if I say so myself. If you are looki... 09/05/2007

Are you looking to buy a great home, one that is close to the best schools? Maybe you are looking for close proximity to shopping or restaurants. Well Green Meadows meets all of those needs. Not only that Green Meadows won't send you to the poor house. The average sales price in Green Meadows is only $232,000 with many selling below that. Southern Overland Park continues to expand and the surrounding neighborhood has grown substancially also. You will find many new restaurants like Cris Cakes, Coco Bolo's and LLywellens Pub. If you currently live in Green Meadows and wish to sell, well you can look on the bright side as sales continue to grow. Here is your most recent sales statistics.For the first 8 months of 2007Homes Listed          20Homes Sold            15Average price          $2... 09/05/2007

It's that time again. No not the chiefs but The Blue Valley Tigers. You got it the undefeated defending state champions are ready to step back on the field. The tigers lost a lot of key players from last years 13-0 team but coach Steve Rampy in his 23rd season always finds a way to field an impressive team. Do yourself a favor and take in a game, the crowds are fantastic.Blue Valley 2007 Football ScheduleAugust 31                  Manhattan                        7pmSeptember 7          @ Hays                                7pmSeptember 15        @ Bishop Miege                     2pmSeptember 21        @ St Thomas Aquinas            7pmSeptember 27          Blue Valley North                 7pmOctober 5                Blue Valley Northwest           7pmOctober 11              Ottawa   ... 08/29/2007

When it comes time to look for a new home one pof the most important things to potential buyers is schools. The Blue Valley School District is usually the one that comes to mind. One of the biggest problems facing buyers is finding a home they can afford in Blue Valley. Well Willow Bend is the subdivision you have been looking for. Not only will you be in the Blue Valley School district but you can find a great home at an affordable price. Check out this months home sales stats. Homes Listed      3Homes Sold        1Average Sales price     $199,000Average days to sell     60 So for less than 200k you will get a great house and great schools. To see all of the great homes for sale in Willow Bend visit our website www.WeSelljoco.com or for a personal tour of the neighborhoos give Michael ... 08/22/2007

Hampton Place continues to be one of Overland Park's most family friendly neighborhoods. Hampton Place has a fantastic mix of homes to choose from from existing homes in the 250's to new homes in the low 400's by well know builders Acuff, Dusty Rhodes, Dan Smith & Bickimer. Some of the other great features you will find is the large community pool and brand new elementary school on the east side of the subdivision. The local neighborhood has also had some great new additions with LLywyllens Pub and Cris Cakes opening recently. You can now take a virtual tour of the neighborhood and the local hot spots http://www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=1174742Here are this months sales StatsHomes Listed 3Homes Sold 3Average sales price $317,000Average days on  market  56If you are interested in  Hampt... 08/22/2007

The Truth About the Housing Slump, And How to Protect Yourself from an Abusive LenderIf you don't have thick skin and don't want to know the truth, you will not want to read this.As a relocation specialist I get asked questions about the housing slump daily. In fact I have been interviewed 10 times the past 2 months. It irritates me how facts can be manipulated. Again, if you don't have thick skin and don't want to know the truth, you will not want to read this. My research is based on countless hours of pouring through real estate sales, foreclosures and interviewing many professionals related to the real estate industry.  Although most professionals will not state the obvious and prefer to give some long winded explanation that doesn't make sense, I'm going to give you the good, bad a... 08/20/2007

Like the song said, "Anticipation is making me wait". One thing I can tell you The famous Cris cakes is worth the wait. After years of traveling the pancake breakfast circuit for local churches and charitable organizations Cris cakes is finally ready to settle down into their permanent digs at the corner of 151st & Nall in Overland Park. For those of you who are familiar, Cris Cakes serves fluffy little circles of heaven. Their new restaurant adds a little twist though, they also have a full buffet with eggs bacon and all the trimmings. While you are filling up on some of the best cakes around, check out the show. Cris cakes has won several awards for being the fastest flipper in all america. They won a Food network challenge by flipping over 500 flaps in one hour. The kids will love it... 08/10/2007

For those who live south of 435 your dining options can be pretty limited to the National chains. Thats why it is so great to finally have a great local place to call our own Llywelyn's pub opened recently to rave reviews from the neighborhood. The former church has been converted to a beautiful English style pub that oozes old world charm. The decor is complemented by well placed flat screen tv's and a smoke free environement. The staff is super friendly and the beer selection is perfect. I would suggest the Goose Island pale ale. Lastly the food was tasty perfect pub food. Fish & Chips, Burgers and a great Steak sandwich. You can find Llyweyn's on 151st just east of Metcalf in Overland Park.Tell me what your favorite place is, and I will feature it here. It doesn't have to be a restau... 08/10/2007

Wilderness Valley continues to be one of Overland Parks move up neighborhoods. You will find a fantastic selection of homes to choose from including Traditional style 2 story, Mission Style and some contemporary homes. If you are looking to build your dream home there are several lots still available and also several new spec homes ready to move into. Home prices in Wilderness Valley range from the mid 400's to the 700's. Here are the sales statistics for the last 6 months Homes Listed               15 Homes Sold                   9 Average Sales Price   $525,000 Highest Sale                 $640,000 Low Sale                        $436,500 Average days to sell    92 To see all of the great homes for sale in Wilderness Valley visit www.WeSelljoco.com or give us a call at 913-681-1383 f... 07/27/2007

Right in the shadows of Blue Valley High School is a small hidden jewel of a neighborhhod called Sylvan Lake. Built in the 90's Sylvan Lake offers a wide variety of homes from traditional 2 story, 1.5 story and ranches. The only thing you will love more than the houses are the prices. Homes range from $200,000 to $250,000 with the recent average being $225,000.To see all of the great houses available in Sylvan Lake visit www.WeSelljoco.com or give us a call at 913-681-1383 for a personal neighborhoor tour.The Russell Home Team Specializes in South Johnson County. If you are looking for a great home inside the Blue Valley School District give us a call. 07/17/2007

I know that I have been waiting for this day for a while. No it's not my birthday but the opening of Cris Cakes. Some of the best pankakes you will ever have. After years of traveling the all you can eat pankake circut cris cakes is opening it's first sit down restaurant. Located in the Iron Horse Plaza at the corner of 151st & Nall, I will be the first in line for some Mickey Mouse cakes. Ahh, just one more reason to live in South Overland Park, great bike riding, great schools and now Cris cakes. Yummy, Yummy, Yummy... 07/14/2007

What was once mostly farm land is now becoming the new mecca that is Southern Overland Park. Through anexation sleepy areas formerly known as Stanley, the Village of Morse and other's are now Overland Parks future. New home subdivisions are popping up around every corner. In these areas you will find some of the areas most swanky new home subdivision like; The Vineyards, Colton Lake, Mills Farm and Lakeshore.  If you are looking for a high end home in Johnson County, Southern Overland Park is the new destination. To see all of the beautiful homes in Southern Overland Park visit www.WeSelljoco.com or call us at 913-681-1383 to set up a personal home tour. 07/14/2007

I've written about Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead  in Overland Park, KS before, but that was when I only knew about it from information the Internet. We had an opportunity to visit in June and it is absolutely and immeasurably better than the publicity indicated.There are many pens of farm animals who are prepared to enjoy petting. Goats have a great time. There are babies and adults. There are two set-ups with chickens, more than one duck pond. One pond has ducks, geese, AND swans. We had the little one there and she had ample opportunities to touch animals. The little goats are quite assertive. At one goat stop, if a person had a notion and a dollar, a baby bottle of milk could be obtained to feed some very assertive young goats! We did pass on that with the little one because of th... 07/14/2007

When most people here the word Brittany they think of a trailer trash pop singer from Louisianna. But let me tell you this is one the best kept secrets in Southern Overland Park. Do you want to send your kids to Blue Valley Schools? Well I know I do, this subdivision is for all of hard working souls who can't afford the mini-mansion yet with prices from the low 160's to the 210's you will find a great home and still be able to eat Steak tonight. Here are some recent sale stats to chew on with that SteakMay & JuneHomes sold                          8Average Sales Price               $194,577High Sale                             $230,000Low Sale                              $168,500Average days on Market         40 I like the sound of those numbers, especially the 40 days average to sell.... 07/13/2007

  This fantastic subdivision in Souther Overland Park has just opened it's second phase for new homes. You can find a great selection of models from local builder Duggan homes. Prices range from the mid 350's to the high 400's for a nicely adorned 2 story home. In the last 2 months we have see the following sales trendshomes sold                               6Average Price                            $393,755High Sale                                 $475,000Low Sale                                  $337,500Average days on market            76 To see all of the great homes for sale in Blackthorne Estates visit our website www.WeSelljoco.com or give us a call at 913-681-1383 for a personal tour of the this and all the other great neighborhoods in Southern Overland park. 07/13/2007

  Hampton Place continues to be one of the most popular subdivisions in Southern Overland Park. Some people think there is something in the water. I have lost count of how many families who live in Hampton Place, stay in Hampton Place when it comes time to move. If you want some more information on this beautiful community visit the community website www.hamptonplacehomes.com As for sales in Hampton Place here is Junes statistics Homes sold                    6Average sold price            $320,353High Sale                         $436,000Low Sale                          $259,900Average Days on market    36You can view all of the great homes for sale in Hampton Place at www.WeSelljoco.com or give us a call at 913-681-1383 for a personal tour of the neighborhood 07/13/2007

 Do you want to get your kids into Blue Valley Schools but find the cost of homes too high? Well Willow Bend is your neighborhood. Homes priced between $185,000 and $225,000. Property values have been rising steadily in the great neighborhood.Over the last 2 months there has been 5 homes sold for an average of $205,000 with an anemic 33 days to sell. If you want to find out what makes Willow Bend such a great place to live give us a call at 913-681-1383 or check out some great Willow Bend Homes at www.WeSelljoco.com 07/03/2007

 Are you looking for an affordable family friendly neighborhood in Southern Overland park than Green Meadows is your place. With home priced from the 190's to the mid 200's you can get a great home even on a tight budget. Over the last 2 months there has been 8 home sales with a average sales price of $243,000 and a measly 43 days to sell. If you want to be in Green Meadows you will need to act fast. Call us Today at 913-681-1383 to get you Green Meadows dream home or you call see for yourself at www.WeSelljoco.com 07/03/2007