Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
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🏛️ Government
Olathe City Council approved a STAR bond plan Tuesday night to finance the Kansas City Chiefs' headquarters and practice facility.
The plan will let the city pledge local tax revenues for up to 30 years if the project moves forward and bonds are issued by Dec. 31.
📰 Real Estate
Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City earned planning commission approval Monday to build 50 affordable homes on a 17-acre city-owned lot in western Lenexa.
The project now awaits City Council review on Feb. 17 — a key step toward expanding affordable housing for local families.
Fountain Mortgage in Prairie Village explains that homebuyers must manage spending habits (like limiting credit card balances and avoiding new debt) to improve their mortgage odds.
The sponsored column advises building an emergency fund and monitoring credit to help secure a new home.
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