John Meier - Westplex

10/16/2026

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10/16/2026

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10/16/2026

🏡 Behind on Your Mortgage in Missouri? You May Have Options.

Falling behind on mortgage payments can be stressful, but you don't have to navigate the situation alone. There may be options worth exploring before foreclosure becomes a reality.

💡 From repayment plans and loan modifications to mortgage assistance programs and selling your home, understanding your choices is an important first step.

👉 Read our latest blog to learn about options available to Missouri homeowners and where to start.

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https://johnmeiersells.com/blogpage/b/missouri-mortgage-options-homeowner-help

10/16/2026

🏡 Facing Foreclosure? Selling Your Home May Be an Option.

Falling behind on mortgage payments can feel overwhelming, but you may still have options before foreclosure moves further along.

💡 Selling your home could help you take control of your timeline, address your mortgage obligations, and explore a path forward.

The key is understanding your options and acting early.

👉 Read our latest blog to learn what steps you can take if you're facing foreclosure and whether selling your home may be the right choice for you.

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https://johnmeiersells.com/blogpage/b/avoid-foreclosure-sell-home-before-too-late

10/15/2026

🏡 WHAT IF HOME MEANT 5 ACRES, NO HOA, NO RESTRICTIONS AND ROOM TO ACTUALLY LIVE THE WAY YOU WANT?

Welcome to 20499 Township Line Road in Warrenton, Missouri, where country living comes with something that’s getting harder and harder to find:

Freedom.

🌳 5 unrestricted acres
🛏️ 5 bedrooms
🛁 3 full bathrooms
🏡 2,016 sq. ft.
💰 Offered at $400,000
🏊 Above-ground pool
🛠️ Detached 2-car outbuilding with lean-to
🏚️ Two additional sheds
🚐 RV hookup
🐴 Property suitable for horses
🔥 Wood-burning fireplace
🚫 No HOA

But the feature list really doesn’t tell the whole story.

Imagine sitting outside in the evening and watching deer and turkey wander through your property.

Summer afternoons around the pool.

Kids running around the yard.

Dinner on the grill.

Everybody gathering on the expanded deck as the sun starts going down.

And when everybody stays over?

You’ve got FIVE bedrooms. 😎

Inside, you’ll find one-level living with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, country kitchen, custom cabinetry, main-level laundry and plenty of room for family, guests, a home office or hobbies.

Outside is where this property really starts separating itself.

Need room for vehicles, tools, equipment, a workshop or weekend projects? You’ve got the detached outbuilding plus additional sheds.

Want animals?

Bring them.

Want a garden?

Plant it.

Want somewhere for the RV?

There’s an RV hookup.

And because these are 5 unrestricted acres with no HOA, you have the opportunity to make this property fit YOUR lifestyle instead of trying to fit your lifestyle into somebody else’s rules.

All of that, while still being conveniently located near Warrenton and Interstate 70.

📍 20499 Township Line Road | Warrenton, MO 63383

💰 $400,000

If you’ve been searching Warrenton or Warren County for a 5-bedroom home with acreage, unrestricted land, outbuildings, a pool and privacy, you need to see this one in person.

📲 Call me and let’s go take a look.

John Meier | Westplex Real Estate
📞 (636) 242-5365
🌐 www.JohnMeierSells.com

10/15/2026

5 BEDROOMS. 5 ACRES. And evenings spent watching deer and turkey instead of staring into your neighbor’s backyard. 🌳🏡
Welcome to 20499 Township Line Road in Warrenton, Missouri.
If you've been saying:
“I want more room.”
“I want some land.”
“I want to get out of the subdivision.”
“I want a place where the kids can spread out.”
Or maybe...
“I just want some PEACE AND QUIET.”
This property needs to be on your list.
You’re getting 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, approximately 2,016 square feet, and 5 acres, along with an above-ground pool, a 2-car detached outbuilding, and two additional sheds. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
But the numbers aren't really the best part of this property.
The seller originally chose this home because of the land, country setting, peace, and quiet.
And after living here?
That outdoor setting became one of their favorite parts of the entire property.
Sitting outside in the evening.
Watching the wildlife.
Seeing deer and turkey move through.
Having room around you.
And being able to slow things down a little. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
Inside, the seller’s favorite room is the kitchen.
They love to cook and appreciate having plenty of storage, and the kitchen and living room became the places where they spent most of their time. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
Over the years, they also put work into making the property more enjoyable.
They completed landscaping.
Added a shed.
Added the large detached garage.
Expanded the deck.
And added the above-ground pool. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
So imagine summer here.
Pool open.
Food on the grill.
Everybody outside.
Plenty of room for family and friends.
Then things quiet down in the evening and you're sitting outside watching deer come through the property.
That’s the lifestyle this place offers.
And with 5 acres, you've got room and flexibility to enjoy the property in your own way, subject of course to applicable local requirements. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
The seller also told me something important:
This has been a great gathering place for family, with enough room inside and outside for people to come together and make memories. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
And while it gives you that country feeling, you're still close enough to Warrenton for shopping and convenient interstate access. 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
So you're not disappearing into the middle of nowhere.
You’re getting country living without giving up convenience.
The seller summed it up perfectly:
“Country living at its best with lots of space.” 20499_Township_Line_Seller_Story
If you've been looking for a 5-bedroom home on 5 acres near Warrenton, Missouri, with a detached garage, pool, storage buildings, wildlife, and room to spread out, give me a call.
Let's go walk the property.
John Meier | Westplex Real Estate
📞 (636) 242-5365
🌐 www.JohnMeierSells.com
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10/15/2026

🏡 When Is It Time to Let Go of a Vacant Property?

Holding onto an empty house might seem like a good investment, but ongoing expenses, maintenance, and unexpected repairs can turn it into a burden.

💰 Are property taxes, insurance, and upkeep adding up?
🔧 Does the house need repairs you’re not ready to handle?
🏠 Would selling or renting make more sense for your situation?

👉 Discover the signs that it may be time to let go of your vacant property and explore your options in our latest blog!

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https://johnmeiersells.com/blogpage/b/when-to-let-go-of-vacant-property

10/15/2026

Before buyers ever schedule a showing, your home has already had its first showing online. 📸🏡

And that first impression happens FAST.

A buyer is scrolling through homes on their phone.

They see your listing.

They glance at the first photo.

Then they decide:

“I want to see more.”

Or…

“Next.”

That’s why real estate photography matters so much when selling your home.

Dark photos.

Bad angles.

Clutter everywhere.

Rooms that look smaller than they really are.

A weak first image.

Photos that don’t highlight the best parts of the property.

All of those things can hurt interest before the buyer even reads the description.

And that’s a problem.

Because you may have:

A beautiful kitchen.

A great backyard.

A finished basement.

A covered deck.

A quiet cul-de-sac.

A huge primary suite.

An amazing view.

But if the photos don’t make buyers curious enough to keep clicking, they may never discover any of it.

That’s why I pay attention to the entire visual presentation of a listing.

What should the FIRST photo be?

Which room creates the strongest reaction?

Are the lights on?

Are the blinds open?

Is the room decluttered?

Is the furniture helping the space or making it look smaller?

What needs to be removed before photography?

What outdoor features need to be cleaned up?

What order should the photos appear in?

Because selling a home today isn’t just about putting information online.

It’s about getting buyers to stop scrolling.

If your house has been listed and you’re getting views but very few showings, one of the questions we should ask is:

Are the photos making people want to come inside?

Maybe price is part of the issue.

Maybe competition is part of it.

But presentation matters too.

If you’re preparing to sell in Warrenton, Wright City, Warren County, Missouri, or the surrounding area, let’s make sure your home looks as good online as it does in person.

You only get one chance to make that first digital impression.

John Meier
Westplex Real Estate
📞 (636) 242-5365
🌐 www.JohnMeierSells.com

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10/15/2026

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In 16th-century England, people began calling the season "the fall of the leaf," which was later shortened simply to "fall."


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10/15/2026

🏡 What Should You Do With a House That's Been Sitting Empty?

An empty house can become an ongoing expense if it’s left unattended. Whether you inherited a property, moved away, or no longer need your home, it’s important to understand your options.

Should you sell it, rent it out, or keep it for future use? The right decision starts with protecting the property and understanding the costs involved.

👉 Read the full blog to discover smart ways to protect your property’s value and decide what to do next.

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