Article by Joe Puzey – Buying your first home is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming if you don’t know what to expect. Between financing, inspections, insurance, and closing paperwork, there are a lot of moving parts. That’s why I put together this step-by-step checklist for first-time homebuyers in the Kansas City area…
Article by Joe Puzey – 1/25/2026 In a recent one-on-one interview, one question I was asked was what are things overlooked by first time homebuyers. I answered HOA bylaws, property taxes, and the cost of utilities. However, something I forgot to mention was home insurance! Homeowners insurance isn’t optional if you’re financing your home. Even…