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The Quiet Power of a Clean Home
My wife and I are clean freaks. I don’t even know if that’s the politically correct term anymore, but it’s probably accurate. We like things picked up, the kitchen counters clean, the bed made, the floors vacuumed and things generally put back where they belong. And there is one feeling we both absolutely love: coming... Read More
10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know Were Born in Kansas City
Most of us know the things Kansas City is famous for. Barbecue. Jazz. The Chiefs. Fountains. And, of course, the ongoing need to explain to people from other parts of the country that Kansas City is actually in two states. But some of Kansas City’s most interesting contributions aren’t nearly as well known. Over the... Read More
What My First Poshmark Sale Taught Me About Selling a Home
by Ron Henderson I recently made my first sale on Poshmark, and the experience reminded me just how similar selling clothing online can be to selling a home. For anyone unfamiliar with it, Poshmark is an online marketplace where people buy and sell new or gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, and household items. Sellers create... Read More
The Best Local Steakhouses in Kansas City: 15 Favorites Worth Visiting
Kansas City has always been a beef town. Long before celebrity chefs, dry-aged steaks, and imported wagyu became trendy, Kansas City was building its reputation around cattle, railroads, stockyards, and hardworking ranchers. That history still shows up on dinner plates across the metro today. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, entertaining clients, enjoying date night,... Read More
What Does a “Contingent” Offer Mean? And How Can Buyers Make Their Offer More Attractive?
If you’ve shopped for a home while still owning your current home, you’ve probably heard the word “contingent.” In the simplest terms, a contingent offer means this: “I want to buy your home, but I need to sell my current home first.” That sounds perfectly reasonable. After all, most families can’t afford to own two homes... Read More
Who Am I Leaving My Number For?
Maybe I'm old school, but every time I leave a voicemail, I still give my phone number. Not only do I give my phone number, I usually say it slowly, just in case they're writing it down. Read More
Should I Put the Title to My Home in a Trust? (Part 2)
In my previous article, we talked about whether putting your home into a trust may be a smart move for probate avoidance, privacy, and smoother estate planning. But what if you don’t want to spend the money right now to have an attorney create a trust? Read More
Should I Put the Title to My Home in a Trust?
estate-planning questions that Kansas City homeowners ask is: Should I put the title of my home into a trust?The short answer is: for many people, it can be a smart move—but it depends on your goals, family situation, and overall financial plan. Read More
Is Missouri Becoming a No-Tax State? What Homeowners Need to Know
o tax state,” and naturally that has many homeowners asking an important question: does this mean real estate taxes could disappear as well? The short answer is no—at least not based on the current proposals being discussed. Read More
The Kansas City Housing Market Is Shifting—and Most People Haven’t Noticed Yet
Something subtle—but important—is happening in the Kansas City housing market right now. For the past few years, selling a home felt almost automatic. Put it on the market, and chances were high you’d see strong activity within days, sometimes even multiple offers. That environment created a sense of predictability. Sellers felt confident. Buyers felt pressure.... Read More