Looking Ahead: How Our Local Market Is Shaping Up for 2026 The start of a new year always brings fresh conversations around real estate. What will the market do next? Is now a good time to buy or sell? While we’re careful not to make predictions that could shift as the market changes, we can […]
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Zuppa Toscana January is soup season. This one is simple to make, comforting on cold days, and even better the next time you heat it up. It’s hearty without being heavy and perfect for winter nights. Ingredients 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy – depending on what you like) 2 large russet potatoes,
Party Cheeseball Recipe from Lisa Stofac “I got this from a client many years ago and always make it around the holidays. It’s the kind of recipe you have to share because everyone asks for it.” Ingredients 2 packages of cream cheese – room temp 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 TBSP
What Falling Mortgage Rates Mean for Lawrence Buyers & Sellers As we head into the final months of the year, the Lawrence housing market is feeling the impact of a welcome shift, mortgage rates have dipped. The 30-year fixed rate is now hovering around 6.25%, down from the upper 7s seen earlier this year, and
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Erica Aldridge has stepped into a new role as our Listing Coordinator! Since joining Stephens, Erica has made her mark with her ability to learn fast, stay organized, and work beautifully with the team. She picked up our systems in record time and quickly became an indispensable part of our listing process, so this move is a
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Slow-Cooked, Sweet, and Simple Recipe from Heidi Minnis This recipe is the perfect fall dessert and simple to make. I like to throw it into the crockpot before guests come over so the house smells delicious when they arrive. Serving it warm with a scoop of ice cream is a must! Apple Butterscotch
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A Stephens Success Story from Lee Beth Dever Falling in love with clients is what I do best. It’s what keeps me going through the sometimes-challenging days of real estate, and the rewards are incredible. Meeting new people by chance, learning about their needs, and helping them find just the right fit. Getting to know
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What’s Happening in Lawrence Real Estate Right Now As the first day of school approaches for both the University of Kansas and Lawrence Public Schools, there’s a shift in energy around Lawrence. That late summer rhythm usually brings more than just school supply shopping and last-minute vacations. It often brings a noticeable shift in the
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Ready for Launch: Back-to-School Traditions Take Off You can feel it in the air, even if the weather is still blazing hot. A certain kind of anticipation. Somewhere between the last trip to the pool and the first ring of the school bell, the season turns. And traditions come with it. When Michelle Roberts-Freeman was
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The Sparks and Sounds of Summer: Fireflies & Cicadas in Kansas There’s a certain magic that settles over Kansas on summer evenings. The sun dips low, the heat eases up (a little), and the air fills with two familiar signs of the season: the buzz of cicadas and the twinkle of fireflies. The Glow of
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