Midwest Roots Realty Group - Trophy Properties & Auction

06/20/2026

How to Spot a Well-Maintained Home
Fresh paint and staged furniture can make almost any house look good — that's the point. What you actually want to know before you fall in love with the countertops is whether the home has been well cared for. That difference shows up in places that never make it into the listing photos.
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Learn how to look past the staging and spot the signs of a truly well-maintained home, from the foundation grading and roof condition to the mechanical systems and small details that reveal how a property has really been cared for.

06/19/2026

How to Make Your Home Look Move-In Ready
Most sellers focus on price, but buyers are making a different calculation when they walk through your door. They're asking whether the home feels like somewhere they could actually live. That answer forms fast, often before they've made it past the entryway. So the question worth asking before you list...

Most sellers focus on price, but buyers are making a different calculation when they walk through your door. They're asking whether the home feels like somewhere they could actually live. That answer forms fast, often before they've made it past the entryway. So the question worth asking before...

06/18/2026

How to Maintain Decks and Patios for Long-Term Use
Your outdoor living space is worth protecting. Whether you have a wood deck, a composite platform, or a poured concrete patio, neglect tends to compound quickly. A small crack ignored now can become a serious repair bill later. The good news? Most of what keeps these spaces in good shape is straightforward...

06/16/2026

🔥 TURNKEY HUNTING + INCOME PROPERTY ALERT! 🔥
Mercer County, MO

06/13/2026

Thankful for all our clients! Thank you for trusting us with your realestate needs.

Stay tuned for what’s ahead!

06/13/2026

Thankful for all our clients! Thank you for trusting us with your realestate needs.

Stay tuned for what’s ahead!

06/13/2026

Questions Buyers Should Ask About Utility Costs
Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable that...

Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable...

06/12/2026

We had a great time getting our Midwest Roots Realty Group- Trophy Properties and Auctions planter box planted on the Kahoka square!

A huge thank you to the Kahoka Chamber of Commerce for building these beautiful planter boxes on the square! Also, you can never go wrong when stopping by Burr’s Blooms & Blossoms for flowers! Our kids were excited to help plant them and add a little color to town just in time for the Flag Day festivities.

Be sure to take a stroll around the square and check them out! 🌸🌿

06/11/2026

Outdoor Shade Ideas for Comfortable Summer Living
Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan.
Use What's Already There First
Before you buy anything, walk the yard...

Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan. Use What's Already There First Before you buy anything, walk the...

06/11/2026

Check out Drew! We are excited to have him as a part of our team!! Learn a little more about Drew and what he brings to Midwest Roots Realty Group by checking out the post below!

Please join us in welcoming Drew Holsted to Trophy Properties and Auction.

Drew knows Clark County land the way most people know their own backyard — because for him, it is. A true outdoorsman who lives the life he sells, he brings firsthand experience with hunting, recreation, and rural property to every client he works with in Northeast Missouri. Whether you're buying your first piece of ground or selling land that's been in the family for generations, Drew's local roots and love for the outdoors make him the right person in your corner.

If you're considering selling land in Northeast Missouri, Drew is ready to help.