• Downsizing From West County to the Central West End: What to Know Before You Make the Move,Shari Whay

    Downsizing From West County to the Central West End: What to Know Before You Make the Move

    Is downsizing to the Central West End worth it if I have a low mortgage rate? For many West County homeowners, yes. If you have significant equity, you may be able to buy a CWE condo with little or no mortgage, which makes your old low rate far less important than the lifestyle you'd gain. Done with

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  • Why Your Home's Price and Its Insurance Coverage Aren't the Same Number,Shari Whay

    Why Your Home's Price and Its Insurance Coverage Aren't the Same Number

    Should my home insurance match what I paid for my house? No. Your dwelling coverage should reflect what it would cost to rebuild your home, not its market value or purchase price. In the St. Louis Metro Area, those two numbers can be very different. Here's a question I hear from buyers all the time

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  • Should I Sell My House This Fall in St. Louis?,Shari Whay

    Should I Sell My House This Fall in St. Louis?

    Should I sell my house this fall in St. Louis? For many homeowners, yes. Mortgage rates are near 7%, but well-priced homes across West St. Louis County are still selling in weeks, not months, heading into fall 2026. If you've been watching the headlines, you've probably seen that mortgage rates just

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