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03/11/2026

A lot of buyers think rates dropping from the low 6s into the upper 5s would dramatically change their monthly payment. But the math tells another story.

On a $500k loan, the difference between getting a 6.1% and 5.9% mortgage rate is only about $64 a month. Not $300. Not $500. Only $60.

That’s not the massive swing many buyers imagine when they say they’re “waiting for the 5s.”

If you’re holding out for a lower rate, my advice is to double check the math. Because rates have already come down significantly from just one year ago. And you may not need to wait any longer.

The numbers could already work better than you expect.



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02/25/2026

Another Sedgwick County Tag Office satellite location is on its way to East Wichita!

Remember- satellite locations are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Starting Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, residents can go to the BMW area inside the Walser Auto Campus at 11000 E 13th St. N to complete their title work, renewals, lien releases and more!

You can make your appointment NOW following this link: https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/tag-office/

This is in addition to our seven other satellite locations listed below.
Haysville City Hall: 200 W. Grand Ave, Haysville
Kansas Driver Licensing in Derby: 620 N. Rock Rd., Ste. 300, Derby
Mel Hambelton Ford: 11771 West Kellogg
Park City City Hall: 1941 E. 61st Street N., Park City
Rusty Eck Ford: 7310 E Kellogg Dr, Wichita
The Ruffin Building: 100 N. Broadway, Ave, Wichita
Wichita West Kansas Driver Licensing: 610 S. Tyler Rd., Wichita

Residents can also get their tag business done at the Douglas Tag Office at 2525 W. Douglas

01/18/2026

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This Unassuming Kansas House Is Considered Frank Lloyd Wright’s Most Complete Work of Art 👇🏻

12/19/2025

We trust you are having a wonderful Christmas celebration with family and friends. If you want to eat out on Christmas Day: here’s a list of open restaurants for you 💝. Merry Christmas

And that is your Wichita restaurants open on Christmas Day list.

12/11/2025

Are you planning to retire in 2025? Your house might be the key to unlocking the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about.
Home prices have risen dramatically the last few years and that means your net worth has too. If you sell your current house and downsize, you can free up more of that wealth and:
- Lower your cost of living
- Simplify your life with less upkeep
- Gain greater financial flexibility
Ready to explore how downsizing could fuel your retirement goals? DM me.

12/08/2025

You’ve worked hard for your home. Now it might be time for it to work hard for you.

Let’s talk about what your house is worth, and what it could unlock for you today. What would your ideal home look like if you were to downsize right now?

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here's a trend worth paying attention to

12/05/2025

Did you know? A record 40% of U.S. homeowners now own their homes free and clear. That’s the highest share ever recorded.

And that’s an important stat if you’re considering downsizing.

Think about it. If you’ve been in your house for a long time, you may be able to sell and buy your next home in cash.

You could get a smaller, less expensive home that better fits your lifestyle today with lower bills, less upkeep, and no new mortgage in retirement.

Want to find out if this could be a possibility for you too? DM me.

12/05/2025

Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays, the housing market always finds its way into the conversation.