The Festus Missouri Blog

I recently worked with a local couple, the Freeses, to sell their first house. But this wasn’t your typical “starter home,” bought with the intention of outgrowing and selling it within a few years. No — the Freeses built their home in 1967 and lived in it for nearly 60 years. Incredible, don’t you think? … Lifelong Memories: A Festus Story

Okay, fellow Costco shoppers. Let’s discuss the recent dairy travesty. I’m referring, of course, to the latest butter recall. Earlier this month, Costco was forced to recall 80,000 pounds of butter. But it wasn’t because it was accidentally poisoned or because it was past its expiration date. No — it was removed from the store … Why Details Matter in Festus, Missouri

Home prices have been in the news a lot lately. Are they at record highs? Are they coming down? Should you buy a house? Should you sell your current one? It’s tough to get the whole story! Luckily, being a realtor here in Festus who’s sold a number of homes this year, I can be … The Truth About Home Prices in Festus, Missouri

As a Missouri resident and realtor, I’m definitely biased, but I think moving to the Festus area is always a good idea. We have some of the best parks around, so if walking, fishing, or picnicking are your thing, you’re in the right place.  It’s honestly no surprise that people enjoy their time here. The … 5 Mistakes People Make When Buying a Home in Festus, Missouri

As a realtor, I’m a big believer in the power of home renovations — especially if you’re planning to sell your house in Festus. Gone are the days of selling property “as is” here in Jefferson County. Without preparing your home, it won’t sell for top dollar, nor will it sell quickly. And of course, … How to Sell Your Home in Festus, Missouri

Some of my favorite childhood memories are set against the backdrop of a family cookout. We’d throw dozens of burger patties and hotdogs on the grill, whip up potato salad and coleslaw by the pound, and just go to town. If we were celebrating a birthday, all the kids held their breath until it was … The Best Burger in the Festus Area

If you’ve ever tried queso, you probably thought you were eating regular food — but you were wrong. (I know. Bear with me.) Eating chile con queso is a long-practiced ritual. Many professional ghost hunters consume a bowl of queso — without chips — before entering a haunted site. Top quesologists suggest that due to … The Best Mexican Food in Festus, Missouri

Everybody tells you not to, but sometimes, you craft a fully formed opinion of something you’ve never even tried. (Right? I know I’m not the only one.) Your friend starts talking about a new music artist they love, and then another friend mentions the same artist, and another, and another… And pretty soon, you’ve vowed … The Best Thai Food in the Festus Area

In life, we’re faced with a lot of important decisions. Where to go to college, if you should go to college, whether to lease or purchase a vehicle, who to marry, how many kids to have, where to send them to school… And on and on it goes. Of course, at the top of the … Why You Should Buy a Home in Festus, Missouri

When we think of home renovations, we often contemplate a full kitchen remodel, gutting the master bathroom, or replacing old flooring. Forget simple—we’re performing open heart surgery on the entire house! Ah, human nature. We love to complicate things. As a realtor here in Festus, I’ve seen my clients dive head-first into these sorts of … Home Renovations to Consider this Fall in Festus, Missouri