In the Press: Thanks for the quote, Money Magazine!

It was incredibly kind of Time's Money Magazine to recently quote me again...

Particularly, as it is a topic that I am so passionate about.  Becoming "house poor" is one of the most devastating financial mistakes that a Buyer can make, in my opinion.  When a disproportionate amount of one's monthly income is spent on mortgage, taxes, insurance, association fees, and utilities... it leaves room for little else.  No renovations, no Life emergency fund, no savings, no vacations, no FURNITURE. The very best way for a Buyer to avoid this financial pitfall is by controlling the conversation and being budget-focused from the get-go, at the time of preapproval!  A reputable mortgage lender will follow your lead and respect your parameters.

Affordability is an incredibly important topic in the real estate industry. Thank you for allowing me to share, Money!
  
Connect with Time- Money Magazine on the web HERE and on Twitter HERE for helpful financial news and tips.  

In the meantime, if you are in St. Louis and contemplating a move or have more questions about financing... I would love to help!  Learn more about me HERE, call me at 314.298.5275, or email me at cnenonen@cbgundaker.com.

Just Listed: 7 Summersweet Lane in Ballwin (Parkway West)

Beautifully maintained in the award-winning Parkway West School District and in Ballwin (63011), 
one of Time Money's "Top 50 Best Places To Live in America"...

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#7 Summersweet Lane boasts a fantastic Ballwin location, tucked away on a private cul-du-sac with community amenities galore.  This handsome 4 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch features storage galore and terrific “no-stair-living” sprawling over 2,000+ sqft.

Home features:  Traditional foyer with slate tile.  Updated eat-in kitchen with 42” cabinets, recessed lighting, and granite countertops.  A main floor Master Suite with a dressing area, his and hers closets, Corian countertops, and private backyard access.  A formal living room and dining room ideal for entertaining.  A main floor family room with recessed lighting and a wood-burning fireplace with blower.   Main floor laundry.  An awesome 20x18 bonus room, ideal for a home office or study.

Heading outside, the sizable lot boasts mature vegetation, professional perennial landscaping, a deck for entertaining, and an inground sprinkler system all backing wooded common ground.  A peaceful retreat for a nature-lover!

Complete with a 2 car garage with loft storage, Pella windows with enclosed blinds, a new water heater, 6 panel wood doors, Energy Star AC, and fresh paint… this home is a complete package! Move-in ready and maintenance-free with an amazing West County location near 141 and Clayton Road. 

To view the full MLS listing, including ALL of the photos and stats,  visit :

http://www.marismatrix.com/Matrix/Public/Portal.aspx?ID=2543170034

Time Magazine was kind enough to recently quote me in their online Money section...

Connect with Time- Money on the web HERE and on Twitter HERE for helpful financial news and tips.  In the meantime, Buyers... hit those open houses! =)