Overland Park KS Homes for sale & Johnson County Real Estate Blog: Kansas: Olathe

Just Listed
13720 W. 157th Terrace
Olathe, Kansas 66062
The Reserve at Heritage
$284,000

• 4 bedrooms

• 2 full 2 half bathrooms

• Formal Dining Room

• Formal Living Room

• Granite Kitchen Counter

• Spacious open floor plan

• Tons of decorator touches

• Big finished walk out basement

• Back to walking trail

• Blue Valley Schools

• way too much to list

Call Michael Russell at 913-681-1383 for a private showing

Whether you are a buyer considering purchasing a short sale in Johnson County Kansas or seller needing to sell your home via short sale, you probably have heard the horror stories. With some banks your fears may be justified but if your mortgage or the sellers mortgage is held by Wells Fargo you can expect a much more orderly transaction.

The short sale department at Wells Fargo understands how to handle the process and are extremely proactive. They are consistent in their contact and are fair in there dealings. 

Many home buyers or home sellers avoid short sales because of the unknown or perceived hassle factor. Buyers are affraid to be locked into a house and not know if the sale will ever close. Sellers don't want to jump through hoops only to have their home foreclosed upon. With Wells Fargo you know that the process is going to be handled professionally and in a timely manner.

A short sale can be a win, win for everyone involved. A buyer can purchase a desirable home for 15-20% less than comparable properties in the neighborhood and the sellers avoid foreclosure and long term finacial strife that comes with it. 

Are you a seller wanting more information about short sales? Let the Russell Home Team help you decide if a short sale is right for you or if there are better option for you?

Are you a buyer who is considering purchasing a short sale? Let the Russell Home Team show you how a short sale may be a great deal for you or if a short sale is not in your best interests?

For more information on Short sales in Johnson County Kansas call the Russell Home Team at 913-735-7104

*****Just Listed*****

16243 S. Blake Street

Olathe, KS 66062

$179,000

South Hampton Subdivision

• 3 bedrooms

• 2.5 baths

• 2 story floor plan

• spacious living room

• Family Room addition

• tiled kitchen w/ Stainless Steel appliances

• Finished basement

• 6 ft privacy fence

• above ground pool

• deck with pergola (perfect place for Hot Tub)

• cul-de-sac location

This home is a short sale and will require lender approval. for a private showing call Michael Russell at 913-735-7104

Do you think 6% commission is too much to sell your Olathe Kansas Home? Do want or need to pay less? Well then the Russell Home Team has a plan for you. It is called our Sell for Le$$ listing plan. You home sold for as little as 1.5% or even less if we sell it ourselves. 

The Russell Home Teams Sell for Le$$ full service listing plan offers everything you would expect for 6% and usually more for a lot le$$. To find out more about the services offered click the link below:

The Russell Home Teams Sell for Le$$ Listing Plan

Are you getting ready to list your home for sale? Call The Russell Home Team at 913-681-1383 for a no obligation market analysis.

Just Listed

15458 S. Wyandotte Drive

Olathe, KS 66062

Stonehurst Subdivision

189,000

• 4 bedrooms
• 2 full and 1 half bathrooms
• new roof 2009
• new composite deck 2008
• newly painted exterior
• 2 newly tiled baths
• spacious open floor plan
• vaulted ceilings
• hardwood floors
• stainless steel refrigerator
• Fantastic curb appeal
• mature landscaping
• so much more...

Are you looking for a way to get a good deal on a house in Olathe Kansas? Maybe you should consider a house at auction? There are 2 homes coming up for auction in Olathe. By purchasing at auction you will be able to bid what you feel is an appropriate price for the house or decide to walk away if the bidding goes higher than what you are comfortable with.

Auctions are increasingly becoming the best way to find deals before they become open to the public. A couple of key things,

1. you must register with the auctioneer before bidding

2. you will need to be pre-approved for a mortgage or have a letter proving available funds for a cash offer

3. you will be required to provide a deposit immediately after a successful bid

It is highly suggested that you contact a local realtor to assist you, the realtors fee is paid by the seller and will not affect the price you pay. Don't turn down a free service from an experienced professional! 

An experienced realtor will be able to preview the properties with you, help find comparable sold properties to assist with pricing strategies and give you the appropriate information to make an educated bid.

On June 17th there will be 2 Olathe homes up for auction

A 4 bedroom 3.5 bath 3100 sq ft home in Cedar Creek with an opening bid of $50,000

and

A 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Bradford Falls with an opening bid of $25,000

For more information on either home or to preview either home contact the Russell Home Team at 913-681-1383 or email us at info@RussellHomeTeam.com 

New HUD Listings in Olathe Kansas for June 2010

Are you  looking to buy a home in Olathe Kansas? Do you lack the 3.5% down payment needed to buy? Then you must take a look at these 2 new Olathe HUD homes. They only require a $100 down payment and HUD can pay your closing costs.

HUD homes are sold on a auction basis and both of these homes have 6 days left to bid. You contact the Russell Home Team today for a free list of all Johnson County Kansas HUD homes today at 913-681-1383

New HUD listings for JUNE

3 bedroom 1 bath ranch $75,000

4 bedroom 2.5 bath 2 story $175,000

Not what you are looking for? Want to be updated on all new HUD homes? Contact us and we will send a list weekly of all new HUD homes. Send an email to info@RussellHomeTeam.com with the subject line "Free HUD Homes List"

16764 w. 157th Terrace

Olathe Kansas 66062

Bradford Meadows

$215,000

• 4 bedrooms
• 2.5 baths
• finished basement
• big flat fenced yard
• quiet cul-de-sac location

Available Olathe Kansas HUD Homes for January 2010

Are you looking to buy a home in Olathe KS or Johnson County KS but lack the 3.5% needed to purchase a home. Then you should consider a HUD home. HUD homes only require a $100 down payment, not only that but HUD allows for up to 3% of the purchase price be applied towards your closing costs.

HUD homes sell quickly and are sold upon a bid offer basis. You will need a HUD registered broker to bid on HUD homes.

Currently there are 4 Olathe HUD homes available for bid

3 bedroom 1 bath $64,000

2 bedroom 1 bath $68,000

3 bedroom 2 bath $90,000

2 bedroom 1 bath $50,000

To view any or all of these Olathe HUD homes for sale call the Russell Home Team today at 913-681-1383

The Russell Home Team is a HUD registered broker is both Kansas and Missouri.

Are you looking to purchase a home in Olathe Kansas? Are you having a hard time saving 3.5% for a down payment? Then why don't you consider a HUD home? HUD homes only require a $100 down payment, not only that but HUD will allow up to 3% of the purchase price to be paid towards your closing costs.

Not only can you purchase a HUD home with only $100 down but if you are a first time home buyer you may also be eligible for the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit. 

Current Olathe HUD homes for sale

3 bedroom 2 bath Split level $109,800

3 bedroom 1 bath Ranch 85,500

3 bedroom 1 bath Ranch 85,500

2 bedroom 1 bath Ranch $86,000

2 bedroom 1 bath Bungalow $55,000

3 bedroom 2 bath 2 story  $166,000

Don't wait because HUD homes are sold on a daily auction basis, contact The Russell Home Team today at 913-681-1383 or use the links below to view all HUD homes for sale and to get more information on the $8,000 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit.