Now that colder temperatures are finally here, it’s a good idea to protect your home if you haven’t already. Taking steps to make your home more energy efficient will help you save money on your utility bills, and winterizing your home can prevent costly repairs. Here are just a few easy ways to prepare your...
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How to Have a Pretty AND Pet-Friendly Home
We love our furry friends, but oftentimes, they make guests uncomfortable and even depreciate the value of your home. Here are some great ways to keep your pets happy and your guests complimenting! Creative Kennel Storage Nothing can by more of an eye sore than a bulky metal crate in the middle of your kitchen...
Annual Thanksgiving Giveaway!
For the past several years, Professional Home Buyers has made a point to give back to our community at every opportunity we can. One of the ways we do this is through our annual Thanksgiving Giveaway! Every year, we reach out to community leaders, non-profit coordinators, pastors, government outreach programs, school counselors, and the general...
Wichita's Gems!
If you’ve ever googled, “things to do in Wichita” and were disappointed with the results, this article is for you. Maybe you’ve already seen the elephants at the zoo, and exploration place hasn’t seemed entertaining since the 6th grade. Maybe Intrust Bank Arena, isn’t hosting your favorite band until next weekend and you want something...
10 Do-It-Yourself Home Projects You Can Finish in a Weekend
You bought a new home, and the list of projects that need to be done is bigger than your bank account. Or, the home you bought years ago is looking a little dated, and you don’t have the money to hire someone to give it that much-needed face-lift. Many easy do-it-yourself projects that will greatly...
Signs You're Using your Air Conditioner Wrong
You’ve probably wondered this at some point, after coming home to a stifling house on a long, hot, summer day: Do you really save energy by shutting off your air conditioner when you’re gone? Or would it be better to just let it run at the same temperature setting all day long, so you don’t expend extra...
Renters… Do You Know Your Rights?
RENTERS HAVE RIGHTS! Is your landlord failing to provide a safe and well maintained home to live in? Do you know what rights your landlord has to provide to you as a renter? Below is a list of some basic right’s renters are guaranteed when renting a home. If your landlord does not follow these...
What Does Your Basement REALLY Need?
After a month of storming and extensive amount of rainfall, we frequently get calls about damp, wet, or flooded basements. On top of that, the hydrostatic pressure from the sitting ground water is bowing, cracking, and shifting basement walls, causing very expensive structural repairs. I have been working for Professional Home Buyers for nearly a year,...
How to Pick Your Paint
Painting a room is an exciting prospect that can change the entire look of the space. But knowing where to start can be daunting when you’re staring at row after row of paint cans or color chips. This guide will walk you through the process to creating a pro paint job. Project Scope The first...
Some of our Favorite Kansas Attractions
Looking to cowboy up, satisfy a history craving or stroll through small towns? The Sunflower State delivers astonishing variety across its vast open prairie. MidWest Living has brought us 21 of our favorite experiences in Kansas, from hiking through the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve to exploring aviation history at the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center...