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Franny Knight

Franny Knight

Franny Knight is a 15 year Real Estate Veteran in the Kansas City Missouri Metro and Johnson County, KS. She specializes in the Urban Space of KC , historic homes, neighborhoods, condos and a depth of knowledge of all things in Urban Living and Development. She has a Master’s Degree in Community Psychology from Wichita State University! She played on scholarship both Volleyball and Basketball first at Labette Community College in Parsons, KS and then transferred to WSU to finish out her basketball career. She continues to stay fit and healthy mostly by walking her babies, Dexter, Snoop & Ruby daily on varieties of trails throughout the metro. In addition to being a full-time Realtor, she teaches and coaches Realtors iimprove their marketing with Social Media. Prior to being a Realtor, she was a Public Speaker and Trainer for Creative Marketing & Thinking, Social Media Marketing, Communications, and Negotiation

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Recent Articles

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28 Feb 2023

My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?

by Franny Knight

When it comes to listing their home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make a lot of money, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But...

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31 Jan 2023

Top 6 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2023

by Franny Knight

Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. Some of...

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01 Jan 2023

2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)

by Franny Knight

Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates.  In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump...

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30 Nov 2022

Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation

by Franny Knight

You don’t have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still...

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31 Oct 2022

7 Tips to Maximize Your Home’s Sale Price

by Franny Knight

Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled.1 Consequently, home sellers who enter the market...

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01 Feb 2022

8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022

by Franny Knight

There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the...

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01 Jan 2022

A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022

by Franny Knight

Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August...

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01 Dec 2021

20 Unique Home Gifts for Every Person on Your List

by Franny Knight

Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded-last minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful,...

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01 Nov 2021

New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?

by Franny Knight

Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association...

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01 Oct 2021

Shut Down Home Intruders With These 7 Safety Strategies

by Franny Knight

According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics...

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Recent Listings

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Spectacular College Hill Tudor Circa 1930

Active | 3 BR | 3 BA | 3,199 sqft

Spectacular College Hill all brick home*Grand walkway/entrance*Note the vintage door*Generous sized, sun-filled living & dining room for entertaining*Enjoy the glorious sunroom while reading a good book or just meditate*Inviting, comfortable den for television viewing,...

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Circa 1920 Craftsman 2 Story in UMKC-Rockhurst College Neighborhood

Active | 3 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,428 sqft

Urban Cool Walkable Craftsman Circa 1920. Walk to UMKC & Rockhurst College (2 Blocks), South Plaza Half Mile, 55th Shops 1/4 Mile. Close to 71 Highway. 2 Story, 3 Bed 1.5 Bath 1600 sqft,...

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Circa 1959 Don Drummond Built MidCentury Modern

Circa 1959 Don Drummond Built MidCentury Modern

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,771 sqft

Stunning Mid- Century Modern on highly coveted street. This Don Drummond home has been completely renovated. Gorgeous open floor plan w/ floor to ceiling windows, that provide spectacular natural light. Custom built kitchen w/...

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Circa 1958 Drummond Built MidCentury

Circa 1958 Drummond Built MidCentury

Active | 4 BR | 3 BA | 3,400 sqft

A picture is worth a thousand words…Picture looking out a wall of windows to see a private backyard California style retreat. Complete with pool, multiple lounging spaces and green space. Picture spending free time...

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Circa 1912 Craftsman KC Shirtwaist

Circa 1912 Craftsman KC Shirtwaist

Active | 3 BR | 1.5 BA | 1,662 sqft

Gorgeous shirtwaist in historic Coleman Highlands! Fully updated inside & out, but still tons of original charm & character! Original refinished hardwds, tall ceilings, giant rooms, & classic built-ins! Fam rm w/fireplace & formal...

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Circa 1935 English Cape Cod Cottage

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,827 sqft

Cottage style artists home w/so much charm! Updated kitchen w/granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets w/soft close drawers & pullout shelves. Master bath totally updated last year: new shower w/bench, tile floors, quartz...

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Mary Rockwell Hook home in lovely Sunset Hill Circa 1927

Active | 3 BR | 3 BA | 2,933 sqft

Mary Rockwell Hook home in lovely Sunset Hill cul-de-sac. All the charm and character of a true masterpiece refurbished by current owners in 2012. All updated electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen and exterior! Spacious two...

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Circa 1909 Craftsman in Historic Northeast

Circa 1909 Craftsman in Historic Northeast

Active | 2 BR | 2 BA | 2,408 sqft

Pristine & impeccably well maintained brick home in the historic north east of Kansas City. Preserved original woodwork, fireplace tile and doorknobs. Kitchen and bathrooms totally remodeled while maintaining the classic & original aesthetics...

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Circa 1850 Italianate Brick 26 Room 10 Acres

Circa 1850 Italianate Brick 26 Room 10 Acres

Active | 6 BR | 6 BA | 12,867 sqft

Discover peace and tranquility in this 1850s Italianate brick 26-room home on 10 country acres. Deemed the most intact, unmodified antebellum mansion in the midwest, Linwood Lawn is restored w/ modern kitchen/baths. Bay windows...

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