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5/ TheBucknerClarion.com September 11, 2014 Get Well Soon Bobby Dean Businesses Fueled by Loyalty, Integrity 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 Dale Miller (left) and Bobby Dean (right) were photographed in April in front of Dean Motor Co., 328 E. Monroe in Buckner, Mo. 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." Continued from page 1 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, VP of Dean Motor Co. " Remembering 9.11.01

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