Ethel Curbow - Realtor

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Born and raised in SW Missouri, Ethel is familiar with the Springfield area. Since then Ethel has been helping people buy and sell homes throughout the area.

After traveling extensively throughout the world as an Army wife, Ethel and her family returned to Springfield in 1981. In service to over 4000 people, Ethel and her team have received countless recognition and awards. Some of which include Top 50 Agents in the Country by Wall Street Journal, Top 50 Agents by the Springfield Board of Realtors, Best Real Estate Agent by Springfield News and Leader and Top Producer in Missouri for Coldwell Banker and also in the Midwest Region several times. In the past year, Ethel was the Top Producer for Amax Real Estate and was also awarded the Diamond Pillar Award by the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors. She has the designation as a Certified Real Estate Specialist and is a Ramsey Trusted Real Estate ELP. Ethel is personable, down to earth, and listens to her client's needs. She and her team offer concierge-level service whether it is staging your home to prepare for sale or giving you a list of service people for repairs once it goes under contract. Clients are welcomed with a menu of services rarely found in the industry. The collection of attentiveness, capstone use of technology, and access to reliable resources make all the difference. Ethel and her team want this to be a positive, even fun experience and Ethel's sense of humor, genuine concern for her clients and her years of experience pays off for her clients.

10/29/2026

The roof is easy to forget because most of it sits outside your everyday line of sight. Before winter arrives, fall can be a useful time to look for visible changes around the roofline.

From a safe position on the ground, notice missing or damaged shingles, unusual sagging, debris buildup, damaged gutters, or tree branches making contact with the roof. Inside the home, unexplained ceiling stains may also deserve further attention.

If you are buying, consider asking about the approximate age of the roof, previous repairs, and any available documentation. Existing homeowners can use seasonal checks to determine when a professional evaluation may be appropriate.

You do not need to climb onto the roof yourself. Sometimes knowing what to look for from a distance is a useful first step.

Do you know how old the roof on your home is? Let me know in the comments.

10/28/2026

Listing photos are helpful for narrowing your search, but an in-person visit can reveal details that are difficult to understand through a screen. Once inside, slow down and pay attention to how the home actually feels.

Notice natural light, room proportions, storage, flooring transitions, ceiling height, noise, and how easily you can move between spaces. Take a closer look at windows, finishes, and visible maintenance areas too.

Try to imagine your normal routine rather than focusing only on how the home has been styled for the showing. A beautiful room still needs to work for the way you live.

Save these reminders for your next property tour, and reach out when you are ready to start looking.

10/27/2026

Finding your dream home shouldn't be a grave undertaking! 🪦🏡 With the right guidance, we can take the fear out of house hunting and make the process feel more like a treat than a trick. Ready to bury the stress and bring your homeownership dreams to life? Send me a message and let's get started!

10/27/2026

More storage is helpful, but thoughtful storage can make an even greater difference. Current renovation priorities continue to emphasize functionality, especially in hardworking areas such as kitchens, entryways, and utility spaces.

When touring a home, consider where groceries, small appliances, cleaning supplies, coats, shoes, and everyday household items would actually go. Pantry cabinetry, built-ins, and well-designed closets can help a home feel organized without requiring additional square footage.

If you are renovating, improving the storage you already have may be worth considering before expanding the footprint of a room.

Good design should make daily routines easier. Which area of your home could benefit most from better storage?

10/26/2026

Vacant and ready to move in! See below at a virtual staging for decor ideas.

10/26/2026

A slow drip under a sink or a small moisture mark can be easy to overlook, especially when everything else appears to be working normally. Water, however, deserves attention when it appears where it should not.

Periodically check beneath sinks, around toilets, near tubs and showers, and around visible plumbing connections. Look for staining, swelling, peeling finishes, unusual odors, or areas that remain damp.

For buyers, these visible details can be worth noticing during a showing, while a professional inspection can provide a more complete evaluation. For homeowners, catching an issue early may help limit damage to surrounding cabinetry, flooring, or finishes.

Make visible plumbing areas part of your regular home check rather than waiting for an obvious problem to appear.

When was the last time you checked under your sinks for signs of a leak? Let me know in the comments.

10/25/2026

Real estate headlines can provide useful context, but they rarely tell the entire story of what is happening around one specific property. Conditions can vary between neighborhoods, price points, and even different types of homes.

Inventory, days on market, recent comparable sales, property condition, and buyer activity can all influence how a home should be evaluated. Broader market data is most useful when it is paired with information that reflects the area where you actually plan to buy or sell.

Your timing and goals matter too. The right decision for one buyer or seller may look completely different for another.

If you are trying to make sense of the market in your area, reach out and let’s look at the information that matters to your situation.

10/24/2026

Outdoor space can remain an important part of a home well beyond summer. Covered patios, porches, decks, and thoughtfully designed backyards can offer another place to relax as the seasons change.

When viewing a property, consider more than the size of the yard. Look at privacy, lighting, access from the interior, drainage, storage, and how much ongoing maintenance the landscaping may require.

A smaller outdoor area with a practical layout can sometimes be more useful than a larger yard that does not fit your routine. Think about how the space could work throughout different times of the year.

When searching for your next home, what matters more to you: a large yard or a smaller outdoor space designed well? Let me know in the comments.

10/23/2026

First impressions matter in real estate, and your home starts making one before buyers ever walk through the front door. 🏡 A little exterior TLC can make your property feel more inviting, show buyers it’s been well cared for, and help it stand out when it’s time to sell. Sometimes the smallest updates can make a surprisingly big difference!

10/23/2026

Windows and exterior doors play an important role in how comfortable a home feels as temperatures begin to fall. This is a good time of year to take a closer look at their condition.

Check for worn weatherstripping, damaged caulk, visible gaps, difficult operation, or noticeable drafts around frames. These details may seem small, but they can affect comfort throughout the colder months.

If you are touring a property, look at the general age and condition of the windows and doors instead of focusing only on the view. Existing homeowners can use the season to identify areas that may need simple maintenance or professional attention.

Add windows and doors to your fall checklist before colder weather makes those little drafts much easier to notice.

Address

1324 E. Kingsley Street
Springfield, MO
65804

Website

https://www.ethelcurbow.com/

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