Home Home Buying: Make a List Check It Twice Have some of our beautiful Columbia homes for sale been catching your eye? If you’re thinking about buying a home, taking some steps to prepare yourself ahead of time will help ensure everything goes smoothly. While the whole process might seem overwhelming at first, it’s very simple. To help you get started, our real estate […]
Home What Columbia Sellers need to know about Disclosures If you have homes for sale in Columbia, you certainly want to present them in the best light possible to attract buyers. But when it comes to real estate, honesty is still the best policy. Avoid problems that could hinder a sale by following these guidelines for full disclosure. Don’t Rely on Buyer Inspections Motivated buyers […]
Home What to Expect – Home Inspection When you’re buying a home, our real estate agents always recommend a professional inspection before finalizing the deal. A home inspection can uncover all kinds of potential issues. If you’re looking at Columbia homes for sale, we want to make sure you never get caught off guard by unexpected problems. These are the answers to some of the most common questions […]
Home Home Improvement Information There are many ways for you to increase the value of your home. Some may cost you very little, while others are more expensive. You will have to weigh your options and decide if the improvements that you want to make will increase the value of your house for more than what you put into […]
Home Columbia Government & Utility Resources When you purchase a new home there are all types of utility services that you need to have hooked up. Whether you are looking for the City of Columbia utilities, or natural gas and cable television providers in our area, we have them listed for you. You can also find all the local emergency contact […]
Home How to Determine Your Home’s Property Lines Knowing Your Boundaries As you search for Columbia homes for sale, you’ve surely got a lot on your mind. Our real estate agents will help you find the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood, but we also want to make sure you’re as knowledgeable as possible about all aspects of homeownership. One area that’s an […]
Home How to Pay Off Your Mortgage at the Speed of Light If you have a 30-year mortgage, you probably imagine yourself on the verge of retirement when you pay that final installment. It doesn’t have to be that way. With a flexible approach to financing and creative thinking, you can retire your mortgage long before that 30-year deadline. Our real estate agents work with many homeowners in […]
Home Best Resources When You’re Moving to CoMo   Moving to a new city can be a little scary. A new home means getting use to a new way of living: navigating your new neighborhood, finding new restaurants and stores, enrolling your kids in schools, and even simple things like where to recycle and catch the bus. At Century 21 Community, we’re here […]
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Home Columbia MO Parks and Outdoor Spaces Our real estate agents believe that there’s no better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than by celebrating National Take a Walk in the Park Day on March 30, and there’s no better place to celebrate than in Columbia’s open spaces! Our beautiful city is full of fabulous parks that will help you get […]
Home Columbia MO Home Buying – Don’t Be Surprised by Closing Costs Buying one of our local Columbia homes for sale will be the biggest–and probably most expensive decisions–you will make in your lifetime.  While your first home may not be your last, it will certainly present a steep learning curve and a crash course in the home buying process. If you’re a first-time home buyer, then the price you pay […]
Home First Time Home Buyer Tips Are you wanting to dip your toes in home ownership but don’t know where to start? We understand that buying a home can feel daunting and overwhelming. In this post we have laid out some steps that can help you prepare for homeownership and make the experience less stressful. While we will not cover every […]
Home 9 Mood-Lifting Ideas For a Cozier Home This Winter 9 Mood-Lifting Ideas For a Cozier Home This Winter Try cleaning your light fixtures. Amazing how much brighter things look. Written by Deirdre Sullivan It’s been a freakin’ long day at work and you just want to get home and relax on your deck. But nooooooo, it’s already dark outside and that chill in the air […]
Home Home Buying and Selling During the Pandemic: What You Need to Know Home Buying and Selling During the Pandemic: What You Need to Know Resources to help you navigate the new real estate normal. Written by Leanne Potts Technology and good-old-fashioned creativity are helping agents, buyers, and sellers abide by COVID-19 health and safety practices while getting deals done. Some buyers are touring houses virtually. Others visit […]
Home 7 Quick-and-Easy Winter Weather Preparations to Do Right Now 7 Quick-and-Easy Winter Weather Preparations to Do Right Now Wintry weather is great at turning up problems you didn’t even know you had. Like that first snowy night in front of your fireplace that you thought was pure bliss — until you noticed a leak in the ceiling corner, which apparently was caused by a […]
Home Real Estate on the Real – A Podcast   A podcast giving you down to earth, easy to understand Real Estate advice, with no BS! Hosted by Columbia Real Estate Agent, Nicci Garmon   The Most FAQ’s of a Realtor Nicci’s got the answers to the most frequently asked questions when it comes to buying and selling your home.   When is the best […]
Home 14 Types of Specialized Home Inspections There are different types of home inspections besides the regular Home Inspection. Some of these you will choose up front and others your Home Inspector may recommend after they complete their inspection. Spend now to save later Today 84% of homebuyers request a home inspection as part of their purchase contract. However, a home inspector is a […]
Home Listing Your Home for Sale: What Happens After Listing? After listing your home for sale, things move fast — faster than many of us think. The average listing period lasts anywhere from 3-6 months, and a lot can happen in that time. So how do you prepare yourself for what happens after you put your home up for sale? Let’s take a look.   […]
Home Eat LOCAL during Quarantine 2020 Supporting Our Local Community There is a lot happening around the world right now, so a lot is changing around the Mid-Missouri area. Now that we are starting to get stimulus checks, lets support our local restaurants and STIMULATE the local economy! Curbside Take Out Our local restaurants tend to pride themselves on their cleanliness […]
Home I’m Under Contract, Now What? I’m Under Contract, Now What?   Once you’ve found your perfect home and have a finalized contract, what next? Follow these outlined steps to guide you all the way to closing.   Step 1: You’ll work closely with your lender to complete your home loan application. Your Agent will send over your purchase contract and […]
Home How to Sell Your House by Owner Do you really need a real estate agent’s help to sell your home? Selling your house on your own is definitely an attractive selling strategy worth your consideration if you are thinking of selling. If you ask anyone who has ever tried to sell their own home themselves they’ll tell you that from the moment […]