Tag: selling

Testimonials: Let our clients do the talking!

Whether you’re buying, selling or both, it’s a good idea to research real estate agents. We let our happy clients do the talking for us with their testimonials! We are confident that you will blown away by the unparalleled customer service you receive when you work with us. Cami Jones Collaborative delivers a customer-focused boutique experience, every single time. Our first-time buyers receive the same level of care and true concierge experience that our luxury buyers expect.Our team is led by Cami Jones. Today, we’ll profile two of the agents on our team, Mandy and Becca, and share a few client testimonials about each. Check back for profiles on and testimonials about our other amazing agents!

Mandy Doull

In her nearly 15 years of experience, Mandy Doull has done it all: short sells, foreclosures, resells, and new construction. Her talent lies in crafting think-outside-the-box marketing strategies for the homes she lists. “I love my hometown and truly want my clients to feel the same way when they find a home in a community that is perfect for them,” Mandy says. “My goal is not to just sell you a house. It’s to find you the right house that I know I can sell for you again.”

Testimonials: Mandy

Client Brent Scott had this to say about Mandy: “Mandy is amazing. She went above and beyond. She spent nearly a full day helping me stage an empty house, helped me move heavy furniture and even brought her own personal furniture for us to use. I could not be happier and have recommended her to everyone I know.””I have dealt with Mandy on numerous properties and I am still amazed how fun and easy the whole process is!!! She is the real deal!” – Clients Philip and Ashley Rice

Becca Kyger

Rebecca (Becca) Kyger has a promise she makes to each of her clients: That she will deliver the best in service and professionalism when you work together to buy or sell your home. Her business and sales background have taught her that it’s all about SERVICE…and she delivers every single time! “I want my clients to always walk away feeling like they have a friend they can call anytime. I’ll always have a solution for you, whatever it may be.”

Testimonials: Becca

“Becca helped us get our house on the market within 4 days of deciding to put it on the market. She had a quick eye for what needed to be done, and the house was sold within 2 weeks. She was able to negotiate the price fairly so we didn’t lose any money on the house. For our new house, she gave referrals for businesses that could assist with paint, carpet, hardwoods, etc. Trusting her experience, this saved me a tremendous amount of time easily moving into our new home. I’ve moved several times though the military, and she has been the best realtor I’ve ever used.” – Clients Steven and Heather HolmesClients Jeff and Julie Ralston had this to say about Becca: “From the moment we hired Becca we felt she went to work for us, from planning the sale to staging the house if it needed (to be) done, she did it. During the contract portion of our sale, Becca stayed in touch with us, even while she was on a family vacation. That level of attention is unheard of, and was very much appreciated. We could not have asked for more from her and would recommend her to anyone without hesitation. Thank you Becca!!”The Cami Jones Collaborative 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.

Low inventory levels- Cami’s team can help sellers & buyers!

The lack of available real estate inventory results in a “seller’s market,” posing a challenge for buyers. It can be a good thing, depending on what side of the transaction you find yourself! The Kansas City real estate market has been very hot, often resulting in multiple offers on Day 1. Many sellers find themselves receiving OVER asking price with no contingencies attached. A hot market is typically good news for home sellers: inventory is low, and competition is high.

This process can be sped up even MORE if your house has some or all of the following:

Custom/upgraded finishes
Priced right, under the guidance of a real estate expert
Desirable school district
Finished lower level
Fresh, clean paint and floor coverings
Desirable neighborhood with nearby amenities
Location near schools, highway access, shopping, restaurants

On the flip side, buyers will be up against a lot of other people vying for the same piece of property, and up against a short supply of existing homes. Also, first-time buyers in high demand areas may find that their best offer is beaten out by cash buyers and investors. Use an experienced real estate agent (like any one of us on the Cami Jones Collaborative Team!) to help you get a handle on the market and look over what’s available. You will need to decide where you can or can’t (or aren’t willing to) compromise. Remember, finishes and appliances and paint colors are easy to change, location isn’t. (Read our previous post on HOT neighborhoods in south Johnson County!)As a buyer, you’ll want to get your financing lined up so you don’t waste any time in a hot market. Once you find the house…be ready to pull the trigger with your offer! And be ready to offer without contingencies. In a hot market, sellers will likely take the cleanest offer: the one with no contingencies, the one with the most money down and the one offering the quickest (or most preferable) closing date.

How Our Team Helps Buyers:

New Buyer Consultation

We want to meet with you! Contact a Cami Jones Collaborative agent to schedule a new buyer consultation. We’ll sit down and discuss your wants, needs, and timeline.

Determine How Much House You Can Afford

During your consultation, we’ll put you in touch with our trusted loan officers for a free pre-approval. Knowing you’re pre-approved not only helps you narrow your search but shows sellers you’re a motivated buyer.

Set Up a Home Match Account

This is an exclusive tool that Cami Jones Collaborative offers you through our partnership with ReeceNichols. With the help of your Cami Jones Collaborative. agent (or on your own), set up a custom Home Match account to begin researching available homes in your desired community.

Preview Homes and Tour Different Areas

Now it’s time to see your choices up close, and start to gauge the market. Your agent can quickly set up showings of homes you’re interested in. And since we are partners with ReeceNichols, you’ll have the chance to view hundreds of open houses in just a few days at their special Open House Celebration weekend each month.

Make and Negotiate an Offer

Once you’ve found THE one, your Cami Jones Collaborative agent will prepare the offer to purchase and review all the details. No stone will go unturned to make sure everything is on the up-and-up. After the contract is submitted, your agent will use her expertise to negotiate the purchase of the home with your best interests in mind, while continuing to communicate with you every step of the way.

Finalize the Contract and Mortgage Paperwork

Now that the seller has agreed to all of the terms, the paperwork, inspections, appraisals, and mortgage will be finalized. Begin packing and planning for your big move!

Closing Day & Move In!

Pop the champagne, the big day has come. Your agent will be by your side on closing day as you sign the paperwork to purchase your new home. Celebrate accordingly!! YourCami Jones Collaborative team is never finished. While your home purchase is complete, we will continue to be a resource for any and all home-related questions.Above all, be flexible and be patient! Your dream house awaits, it’s just a matter of time. Good luck! Contact us today and let us help you sell and find your next home!*image from ReeceNichols; based on Heartland MLS Statistics

Happy Thanksgiving 2017

Thanksgiving is a great opportunity for us to reflect on how grateful we are.We are blessed with the best clients in the world and we are honored to share in your most important and memorable moments! The day you close on and move into your new home isn’t one you’ll ever forget. Thank you for trusting us to help you, whether you are buying, selling or both. Your home purchase is likely the biggest purchase of your life and we’re honored to be a small part of it. We have many repeat clients, and it truly is fun seeing you move to different properties as you enter different stages of your lives!We are blessed with the hardest-working real estate team around. Each person on our Cami Jones Collaborative team demonstrates on a daily basis how she will go the extra mile to make it all happen. We support one another and cheer on each other’s successes — what a team! If you’re new to Kansas City, just ask around. People know that with Cami Jones Collaborative, you’ll get knock-your-socks-off customer service from the first time we meet until long after your closing date!We are thankful for our amazing city. Kansas City is home to so many wonderful people, unique neighborhoods, awesome restaurants, terrific sports teams and so much more. It’s so much fun introducing out-of-town transplants to KC- we know you’ll love it as much as we do!We are thankful for good health, families and friends. Without these, nothing else matters!Wishing you and yours a wonderful, restful holiday and a great long weekend! Happy Thanksgiving! Congratulations to our local high schools that are playing for football state championship titles! Good luck!

Selling your home? Here’s what you can expect.

Once you’ve made the decision to sell your home, you set into motion even more decisions. It makes good sense to enlist the help of a seasoned real estate professional. You use professionals for many aspects of your life; bankers, builders, repairmen, stockbrokers, educators, etc. Why take a chance when it comes to one of your most important investments? Use a skilled and objective negotiator in what can be an emotionally-charged experience. What can you expect? -We’ll work together on the timing of the listing. When to put your home on the market is an important decision, and we’ll come armed with historical data for your neighborhood and the local market in general.-We’ll help you get your home ready to sell. We’ll point out updates that will net you the biggest bang for your buck, and discuss pre-inspections and other potential areas of concern.-We’ll help you get to the “right” listing price. Experienced Realtors®, like our team members at Cami Jones Collaborative, bring pricing expertise, negotiating skills, and market access to the table- and can often land you a higher selling price as a result. We know the ins and outs of the local market, what it will bear and what the comps are. Pricing right is everything!-We’ll help you stand out and get noticed. You want your home to have maximum exposure to as many potential buyers as possible. This exposure includes professional marketing (online and offline) materials, hosted open houses, and regular communication with buyers’ agents.-We’ll help you negotiate and close the deal!Let our team help you! We make the listing process easy and will have you on the road to selling your beautiful home in no time! Give us a call today! You can reach Cami Jones at 913.521.8809.