Garden Like You Know What You’re Doing (Even if last year’s plants didn’t make it.) Spring gardening in Kansas is equal parts optimism and mild chaos. One warm week and suddenly everyone’s outside buying plants, convinced this is the year everything thrives. Around Lawrence and Douglas County, yards start coming back to life this time […]
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Quick Spring Reorganization Reset (That Won’t Overwhelm You) Forget deep cleaning the whole house. Start here: The 15-Minute Drawer Rule Set a timer. One drawer. Done. Momentum beats perfection. The Entryway Reset Remove everything. Put back only what belongs daily. Store the rest. Hanger Trick Turn all your closet hangers backward. Flip them the right
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Delightful Deviled Eggs Deviled eggs show up on tables and at gatherings this time of year for a reason. They are simple, familiar, and usually one of the first things gone. We asked a few of our agents how they make theirs. As expected, everyone has their own way. Start Here And adjust as you
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Questions Buyers Are Asking in Lawrence & Douglas County This Spring FeaturingJan Miller, Jill Ballew, and Tom Harper Our agents at Stephens Real Estate are in the field every day, helping buyers navigate Lawrence and Douglas County. We asked ChatGPT to identify the top buyer questions. Then our team answered them with real experience,
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Questions Buyers Are Asking in Lawrence & Douglas County This Spring FeaturingJan Miller, Randy Russell, Jill Ballew, and Tom Harper Our agents at Stephens Real Estate are in the field every day, helping buyers navigate Lawrence and Douglas County. We asked ChatGPT to identify the top buyer questions. Then our team answered them with
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AGENT INSIGHT What Buyers Want in Lawrence and Douglas County Featuring Robyn Elder, Regan Flood, and David Dunn We often check in with our agents to ask a simple question: What are your buyers looking for right now? These conversations give us a snapshot of what’s resonating in showings, what’s raising red flags, and
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Fresh Take on Curb Appeal Curb Appeal Isn’t Landscaping. It’s a First Impression Strategy.Instead of the usual “add mulch and flowers,” here’s what actually shifts perception: 1. Paint the Front Door Something IntentionalA rich navy. A muted green. A deep charcoal.Not trendy. Confident. 2. Upgrade the House NumbersOversized modern numbers in black or brass instantly
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Easy & Tasty Spaghetti Casserole “I love having a warm, easy casserole like this ready to go. It’s simple, filling, and perfect for those evenings when everyone walks in the door hungry.” ~Lee Beth Dever March. The month that’s somewhere in the middle. One day feels like spring, the next feels like winter hasn’t
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Stephens News 2025 Awards & Recognition We’re proud to celebrate a season of recognition at Stephens Real Estate. From Lawrence Board of Realtors honors and our Bob Stephens Legacy Award to a meaningful career milestone, these moments reflect leadership, service, and lasting impact. 2025 LBOR Realtor of the Year Jill Ballew This award recognizes a
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Grandma Mary’s Sugar Cookie Recipe Michelle Roberts-Freeman has her grandma’s sugar cookie recipe framed in her kitchen. It’s a nod to time spent at Grandma’s house and a sweet way to keep both the memories and the cookies coming. Ingredients 1-egg 2/3 cup butter or margarine softened 3/4 cup Flour 1- teaspoon baking powder
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