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4/ TheBucknerClarion.com April 24, 2014 Community Vested Dean Businesses Fueled by Loyalty, Integrity Local entrepreneur, Bobby Dean, contributes to Buckner's sustainability through his businesses, Dean Motor Co. and Dean Construction Co. Dean said the businesses have attracted residents to Buckner as well as created opportunities for employment. Dean currently employees five people and plans to continue to grow his businesses. "We're going to keep revitalizing Bucker," he said. "We're trying to keep the money right here." Over 200 homes in Buckner and the surrounding communities have been transformed by Dean Construction, a full service construction company and EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm. Dean Construction provides nearly new homes at affordable prices to homebuyers who aren't in the market to build a brand new home. "We are buying old houses and fixing them up as if we are going to live in them," Dean said. In the construction business for 32 years, Dean said he understands the needs of homebuyers. "We are aligned with finance companies and go to bat to get our customers financed." Dean Construction specializes in quality, remodeled homes priced in the $65,000 to $130,000 range. Full disclosure and honesty have helped the construction company weather the storm through tough economic times. Dean communicates with potential homebuyers about the condition of the house, the improvements made, and the extended warranties that come with new roofs, windows, carpet and other materials. "We also offer a one- year warranty on every home we sell," Dean said. "As long as it is standing and structurally okay, we can renovate it." Dean Construction goes the extra mile in producing nearly new homes without taking any shortcuts. "We're totally honest and straightforward," he said. "That's where we have shined all these years with selling houses and now cars." The success and reputation of his reconstructed homes gave Dean the credibility needed to repair and sell quality used vehicles. Mimicking the same principles of honesty and disclosure, Dean Motor Co. discloses everything, good and bad. "We're not your typical car lot that when customers drive out of the gate, they're on their own," Dean said. "That makes all the difference." Dean Motor assists customers in getting the best available financing and guarantees a warranty on every vehicle. "We do a full background check on every single car before buying it," said Dale Miller, vice president of Dean Motor and Dean's close friend. "We make sure we know what we're buying so that we know what we're selling." Dean and Miller buy and repair used vehicles from local individuals and dealers, and try to avoid auction vehicles if at all possible. A friendly and comfortable atmosphere, different from the typical high pressure approach that many car salesmen use, is what Dean and Miller stake their business on. "We're different from the standpoint that we aren't car salesmen, we're businessmen," Dean said. "I don't know how many times I've told people whether they are buying a house or a car, that it's a huge decision. These are some of the largest financial decisions people make in their lifetime. You want to be sure this is really what you're excited about buying." For those who are uncomfortable or hesitant about the vehicle buying process, Miller recommends getting prepared by doing research and becoming familiar with the desired product. "If you're buying a used car, the first thing to ask is if a warranty is available," Miller said. "Get comfortable with the person you're buying from and ask questions." Dean Motor Co. and Dean Construction Co. are poised to continue attracting people to Buckner by providing affordable transportation and housing. Whether it's selling a house or a car, they spend the extra time and money to make sure it's done right. "We're selling vehicles and houses many times to our neighbors and we can't afford not to do things right," Miller said. "We live here. It comes down to the fact that we're your neighbors and we want to remain friends with our neighbors." For more information, visit www.DeanMotor.com and www.DeanConstructionInc.com, or call 816.650.8067. By Hollis Schnieders Advertise With Us! Ask about print & digital media rates. Call 866.824.1020, press 0. " We're selling vehicles and houses many times to our neighbors and we can't afford not to do things right. We live here. It comes down to the fact that we're your neighbors and we want to remain friends with our neighbors." Dale Miller, vice president of Dean Motor Co. Pictured above (left to right): Longtime friends Dale Miller, vice president of Dean Motor Co., and Bobby Dean, president of Dean Motor Co. and Dean Construction. Pictured below is Dean's wife, Julie, co-owner of Dean Motor and Dean Construction.

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