Aaron And Shannen Merrick

We are in a buyer's market right now, and although things are looking up, most builders are not willing to take the chance that you will close on the new home. A contingency on a pre-existing home is really just a right of first refusal, meaning, another offer could come in on the house, and if you don't remove the contingency, they can accept the other offer. A contract, being contingent on your home in New Jersey selling, offers the builder no guarantees. Some experts estimate that there is about a 10 month supply of homes available in the KC metro area right now. Normal supply is about 5 to 6 months. That means, buyers are being picky, and banks aren't allowing builders to be as risky (building ahead) as they were just 3 short years ago.

One suggestion would be to rent when you first move here, wait for your house back home to sell, then look to build. While not great, having to move twice, it will allow you to get into the area, research important info, like schools, neighborhoods etc, then make the decision on where to live. It will likely be less stressful knowing that you no longer need to wait for your home to sell, before you can close on your dream home.

In the meantime, to search for information about the KC area, please visit our website, http://www.RealtyXkc.com for information. Not only can you search for area homes for free, you can also get useful information on schools and city demographics.

If we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call or e-mail.

Aaron and Shannen

Aaron and Shannen Merrick
The Merrick Team
Realty Executives of Kansas City
Merrick@RealtyXkc.com http://www.RealtyXkc.com
816-914-7701
Fax: 913-642-7053 - Thu May 8 2008, 10:13

Tom,

Being born and raised in the Kansas City area, we truly believe you will love calling KC home. From professional sports teams, great entertainment, and tons of parks, lakes and rivers in the area, you should never be without something to do. Oh yeah, and there are some amazing homes, especially in the Leawood and Overland Park areas. If schools are important to your decision, look no further than top rated Blue Valley, Olathe or Shawnee-Mission school districts.

Backed by the support of agents with years of experience, we can work with you, at your pace, to find the home that is just right for you. Please feel free to use our web home search tool at http://www.RealtyXkc.com to aid in your search. And please do not hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions.

Good luck, and welcome to KC!!!

Aaron and Shannen

Aaron and Shannen Merrick
The Merrick Team
Realty Executives of Kansas City
Merrick@RealtyXkc.com http://www.RealtyXkc.com
816-914-7701
Fax: 913-642-7053 - Thu May 8 2008, 09:56