Monday, July 1, 2013

Interview with Angie Ripley, Cottonwood Canyon Realtor

Happy Summer to everyone!  Well, paired with the weather, interest in lot buying has sure heated up these past few months at Cottonwood Canyon!  This last week, we got a chance to ask our very own Angie Ripley a couple questions about all the activity out at Cottonwood Canyon as of recent!  With Summer finally upon us, we've seen lot reservations, building contracts and much more out at the Canyon.  

Below is our Questions, followed by Angie's Responses:



Q. What kind of activity have you seen out there?  Are people building houses?  Buying lots? 

A. Cottonwood Canyon has seen a high volume of people looking for their next home.  People looking to find the most beautiful scenery possible to wake up to everyday.  They begin with choosing a lot that fits their desires and lifestyle! Once they do that its a plan, a builder, and we are under way.  



Q. What do you think are some of the factors leading to this spike in activity?  

A. There is a trend right now for getting in the "right size" home. This term holds different meanings for each buyer. It is about how you live, where you spend your time, main floor living, etc.  But there is also a large number of our buyers that are at the do we remodel or do we move crossroads.  This is a very important decision.  But a new kitchen can not lower your utility bills or make your home more energy efficient like a new construction home can.  And utility bills are nothing to overlook when considering your options.

Q. What are some benefits to moving to Cottonwood Canyon over another residential subdivision?

A. One vast benefit of choosing Cottonwood Canyon over any other community is you will find that 99% of our lots back to golf course, green space or the lakes.  It is absolutely amazing and you have to see it to truly understand, it is a Kansas City GEM. As a buyer when you choose the right location, lot and views you set yourself up for maximum investment return.  The real estate saying "location location location" will always be a hot button.

Q. Do you expect this activity to continue throughout the summer?

A. I do expect this activity to continue throughout the summer.  I think we are all happy to see the market doing so well and everyone's confidence returning.  Traffic will continue to increase, but the most important thing to keep in mind is that increased demand usually equals increased costs so I would encourage anyone considering a move to come talk to us sooner rather than later.  : )




The bottom line is this:  If you are interested in building the home of your dreams, you MUST come out to our beautiful Lenexa, KS community, Cottonwood Canyon!  


-Cottonwood Canyon Community Team