OUr services | Buying
Discover the home you've been dreaming about.
At Sold by Colby, we don’t just help you find a house—we help you make a smart move. Our Kansas City buyer’s agents combine creative problem-solving, real-time market insights, and innovative home-search tools to help you find the right property and act before the competition.
In today’s fast-paced Kansas and Missouri real estate market, you need relentless representation, sharp negotiation, and timely communication. From comparing neighborhoods and evaluating home values to navigating inspections, closing costs, and competitive offers, we’re here to protect your interests and create a successful home-buying experience.
who we work with.
when it's your first home
Buying your first home is exciting—but navigating mortgage preapproval, down payments, closing costs, inspections, and competitive offers can feel overwhelming. That’s where Sold by Colby comes in.
Our Kansas City first-time homebuyer agents provide personalized guidance through every step of the home-buying process. We’ll help you understand what you can afford, prepare financially, compare neighborhoods, find the right home, and connect with trusted local lenders, inspectors, and other professionals. You bring the dream—we’ll bring the game plan.
when you need something bigger
Ready to buy a new home—but need to sell your current one first? Coordinating two transactions can feel overwhelming. Between preparing your home for sale, understanding your equity, securing financing, making a competitive offer, and lining up closing dates, there are plenty of moving pieces.
The Sold by Colby Team helps Kansas City homeowners navigate buying and selling a home at the same time. We’ll build a personalized plan for pricing, marketing, financing, contingencies, inspections, and timing your next move. Whether you need more bedrooms, a bigger yard, or simply a home that better fits your life, we’ll keep the process clear and manageable. We’ve got your back every step of the way. Spoiler alert: it’s going to work out.
when you need something smaller
Ready to simplify your lifestyle or find a home that better fits your next chapter? Downsizing can mean less maintenance, lower expenses, and more freedom—but deciding what to do first can feel overwhelming. From understanding your home equity and preparing your current property for sale to choosing the right location, layout, and amenities, there’s a lot to consider.
The Sold by Colby Team helps Kansas City homeowners navigate selling and buying a smaller home at the same time. We’ll create a personalized plan for pricing, staging, financing, timelines, and finding your next home. Whether you’re downsizing, right-sizing, or planning for the future, we’ll make your move feel clear, manageable, and exciting.
98%
of SBC clients are family, friends & repeat client
25+
years of combined experience
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Sold by Colby was amazing to work with. Great communication. Great industry knowledge. She was great at helping us discern what we needed in a house and finding the perfect fit. She was also excellent at listing our house and got us thousands over asking. It was a top notch experience."
- Steven & Jory H.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Colby was the absolute best to work with!! She was so knowledgeable patient encouraging and so supportive through the entire process! I know we couldn't have gotten through selling and buying a home in this market without her. She was able to bring me back to center every time I started to lose hope and confidence during what was both an incredibly exciting and yet stressful time. Colby you are so good at what you do and I thank you for helping our family make such a life changing transition. We couldn't have done it without you!!"
- Jamie & Anthony
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Such an amazing team to work with! They all went above and beyond to sell our house and help us find our dream home. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking to sell or buy!"
- Jordan M.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Colby is an amazing realtor with a start-strong, finish-strong attitude! We had no idea what we were doing, Colby took the most amazing care of us. They were hands on through the entire process of purchasing our new home in this crazy market.
Furthermore, Colby comforted us in the crazy housing market of 2021 and followed through by going the extra mile to pre-walkthrough multiple location until we found our dream home in a beautiful neighborhood! Colby and her team are the best in the Midwest! We recommend Colby at ReeceNichols Real Estate, for top of the line services! She will literally make your home-dreams come true. What was expected to be the most stressful time of our lives, ended up being such a smooth, seamless process, thanks to her!"
- Angelica F.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Colby is AMAZING to work with! She treated me as family was always available to talk to so easy to work with made the home buying process so easy and stress free!"
- Heather S.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Excellent communication. She knows the business. She knows what to do to help you buy and sell your house quickly and smoothly. Her staging is amazing! We won’t work with anyone else but Sold By Colby!"
- Jory H.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Colby Lewis is phenomenal! We were newbies in home buying and she walked us through every step of the way to buying our first home. So when it came time to sell our first home there was no question as to who we would want as an agent. Our home sold in one week! She helped negotiate the best possible deal and made sure everything went smoothly from beginning to end. She showed us so many homes until we finally found 'the one." We really appreciate her patience and understanding. It's a big deal to buy a home. She understands that and made sure that we got exactly what we wanted. I have recommended Colby to all my friends and I will continue to do so!"
- Tiffany B.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"These are awesome people with integrity and purpose! Whether you're buying, selling, or looking to invest- spend your time wisely and go straight to the team at Sold by Colby!"
- Better Places LLC
a brief overview
The Buying Process
02.
Partner with a realtor.
This is where your journey at Sold by Colby begins. The first step for you to take is scheduling your buyer consultation-which is totally free with no obligation to work with us-we’ll educate you on the process, ensure you’re ready to begin your home buying adventure, and just get to know each other during this meeting!
03.
The house hunt begins!
We’ll help you set up a curated search in your favorite neighborhoods with your desired home features, and keep you constantly updated as new homes are listed. When we find a home you like, we’ll schedule a viewing and continue to refine your likes and dislikes until we find YOUR home.
04.
Make an offer.
Once you’ve found a home that feels just right, it’s time to make your move-literally! We’ll guide you through crafting a strong, strategic offer based on the home’s value, market conditions, and your budget. This includes deciding on the offer price, contingencies (like inspections and financing), and a timeline. After submission, the seller may accept, reject, or counter the offer. From here we’ll handle negotiations with your best interest in mind. The goal is to get your under contract quickly and confidently, without overpaying or missing out.
01.
Get pre-approved.
Connect with a trusted lender to understand your budget and get pre-approved for a mortgage.
05.
Under contract.
Once your offer is accepted, you’ll officially be under contract! Now the next phase begins, where we’ll help you schedule a home inspection, finalize mortgage details, and ensure all agreed-upon terms are met. This is also when we’ll review key documents, like the seller’s disclosures and appraisal report. Don’t stress- we’ll walk you through everything and ensure you don’t miss a deadline. All this work will set you up for a smooth closing day!
06.
Secure your financing.
With your offer accepted and inspections underway, it’s time to finalize your loan, submit paperwork, and stay in close contact with your lender. We’ll be here to ensure the loan process moves smoothly, cheering you on every step of the way. Once your loan is officially cleared to close, you’re one giant step closer to getting the keys to your new home!
07.
Closing!
Time to celebrate, you’ve made it to the final stretch-closing day! This is when all your hard work, planning, and patience come together. Before the big day, we’ll have a final walkthrough to make sure your home is in the agreed-upon condition. We’ll guide you through every signature and make sure you fully understand what you’re signing. Once everything is official and the funds are transferred - just like that, you’re a homeowner! We love celebrating this moment with our buyers because it’s more than a transaction-it’s the beginning of your next chapter.
