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Kirk & Cobb Realtors
2810 Southwest Gage Boulevard
Topeka, KS 66614
melissaherdman@kirkandcobb.com
(785) 250-7020
Osage City Office
535 Market Street
Osage City, KS 66523
MELISSA HERDMAN


Before You Fall in Love With a House…
The best part of my job is playing matchmaker. Not in a flashy, “Let’s make a deal” kind of way, but in a thoughtful, intentional way. I love watching someone walk into a home and just feel it. The light is right. The kitchen works. You’re already picturing holidays and backyard barbecues. I love that part. But before we fall head over heels…we pause. Because buying a home means looking past the staging and asking smart questions. A beautiful home isn’t always the right home,
Melissa Herdman
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Why Online Home Values Can Be Misleading
Ever typed your address into an online home-value site and thought, “That seems high…or maybe low?” You’re not alone. Those numbers are fast, look official, and seem easy to trust — but they’re often wrong. Not because the technology is bad, but because homes — and buyers — are far more nuanced than an algorithm can capture. Pricing a home is both an art and a science, and online tools usually miss the art piece. Homes Aren’t Just Numbers Online tools rely on stats: square f
Melissa Herdman
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What's Trending in Green Living?
If you’ve noticed more buyers asking about solar panels, energy-efficient windows, or low-flow plumbing fixtures lately—you’re not...
Melissa Herdman
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Multigenerational Living: Design Trends and Practical Solutions
When a local family decided to move in together—grandparents, parents, and kids all under one roof—they knew they’d need more than just...
Melissa Herdman
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Your First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide – A Local’s Perspective
Buying your first home is exciting, life-changing, and—let’s be honest—a little overwhelming. Whether you’ve been scrolling listings at...
Melissa Herdman
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Building Wealth Through Real Estate: Smart Investment Strategies for Osage and Shawnee County
Real estate isn’t just about finding a place to call home—it’s also one of the most reliable ways to build long-term wealth. Whether...
Melissa Herdman
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