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How Professional Squatters Target Vacant Rehab Properties In this episode, Adam Kruse and Shannon St. Pierre talk with Jeff and Shelly Coffman about the professional squatters who took over their Hazelwood rehab property, and what other owners can learn from it. Key Takeaways Jeff and Shelly’s Hazelwood...
Looking for some fun and to get out of the house this month. Check out all the fun things to do in February in St. Louis. Mardi Gras and Legally Blonde are at the top of our list! What is at the top of yours?...
[caption id="attachment_33849" align="alignleft" width="300"] Don't just wait until THE BIG GAME, treat every day like it is Big Football Game Sunday![/caption] The Hermann London Real Estate Group is located in the heart of downtown Maplewood on Manchester Avenue right across the street from a large strip...
Escalation Clauses and Buyer Letters: Do They Actually Work? In this episode, Adam Kruse and Shannon St. Pierre cover how escalation clauses and buyer letters work in a multiple-offer situation, then walk through the first steps of becoming a self-employed Realtor. Key Takeaways An escalation clause automatically...
Who is ready for the 49'ers vs. the Chiefs big game on Sunday? I would venture to guess the majority of us are rooting for Missouri's own Kansas City Chiefs. But no matter who you are rooting for, we have some great ideas that will...
Well seems like the winter tundra is upon us. Looking for some activities to keep the kids occupied while staying out of the frigid temps. Check out these 12 fun kid's crafts for cold winter days brought to you by our friend's at HGTV. They...
If It’s in the Listing Photos, Does It Have to Stay With the House? In this episode, Adam Kruse and Shannon St. Pierre talk about what to avoid when listing a home, including a common photo-and-disclosure mistake that leads to real disputes at closing. Key Takeaways Items...
Baking cookies is one of my favorite holiday traditions. I dedicate a weekend in December and just bake away. As you can imagine, I have cookie recipes for days! If you are looking to do some holiday baking, check out All Recipes Top 20 Most...
Happy Holidays!!! We wish you all the best this holiday season and in the new year. We wouldn't be here without you and greatly appreciate your business and friendships! May Santa bring you all you ever wanted and your new year be filled with love,...
While some would say winter and over the holidays is not an ideal time to sell your house, we say let's do it! Our friends at HGTV have provided the Top 10 Tips for Selling Your Home During the Holidays and it is a must...
We are not quite sure how it is already the holiday season, time sure flies! We still need to decorate and found this article on hgtv.com that gave us some serious inspiration for our holiday decor. Cue the Color is my personal fave. Love all...
Happy Thanksgiving to all our blog readers! We are so thankful for you and wish you and yours a wonder Thanksgiving. If you are anything like us, you will be enjoying the Thanksgiving holiday, but will be looking for fun things to do in St. Louis...
It's about time for us to give thanks! Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It is so nice to spend time with the family, enjoy an amazing dinner and my favorite dessert pie!! It is just a fun day to eat, drink, watch football...
Short-Term & Vacation Rentals (Airbnb) Explained: Episode Summary Thinking about turning a property into an Airbnb? In this episode, Adam Kruse and Shannon St. Pierre talk with Alex Zemianek of JZ Vacation Rentals about how the short-term rental business really works — the platforms, the calendar juggling,...
Unlike traditional or “forward” mortgages where a borrower finances a home and pays back the lender on a monthly basis, a Reverse Mortgage provides the borrower monthly payments from the lender based on the equity in their home. If you have an older relative or friend...
What to Do When You Inherit Someone Else’s Unfinished Rehab In this episode, Adam Kruse gets an update from Shannon St. Pierre on her Tower Grove rehab, including what it took to take over a previous owner’s unfinished, out-of-code project. Key Takeaways Buying a property with a...
Halloween is just a day away. In anticipation of all the candy that will be in your house we thought a best Halloween candy countdown is in order. Thankfully our friends at Thrillist, give us the 30 best Halloween candy ever list! This list is...
You may never need to shut off your water, gas or electricity in an emergency, but if you do, it’s better to be prepared! A good home project is to locate your utility shut-offs and label them with brightly colored tags bearing simple instructions on...
Winter Market Myths: Is It Really a Bad Time to Buy or Sell? In this episode, Adam Kruse and Shannon St. Pierre break down what’s actually true and what’s myth about buying or selling a home during the winter. Key Takeaways Winter buyers tend to be more...
Our clients have been asking many questions lately about fixed and adjustable rate Interest-Only Mortgages. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been innovative in developing new mortgage vehicles; Interest-Only Loans being one of the recent additions. In an Interest-Only Loan the borrower’s monthly payment includes only interest,...