Monthly Archives: October 2023
The Current High Cost of New Home Construction in Kansas City
It’s not uncommon for me to get several inquiries per month from people who are considering building or buying a brand new home. The conversation typically begins like this. “We’ve been thinking about buying land and building a new home, but we can’t find anything in our price range of $350,000 to $400,000.” That’s when... Read More
My Love-Hate Relationship With Self Checkout Kiosks
The evolution of self-checkout kiosks has certainly been interesting over the past few years. When they first came out, I resisted using them for several reasons, mostly because I just didn’t want to learn something new. I guess I’m showing my age with that statement, but I’ve witnessed a few recent events that made me... Read More
Disney World: A Playground for Adults Nostalgia, But at What Cost?
Last week, I had the opportunity to travel to Orlando and visit 4 different Disney Parks. Although it was nice to have some time away from work and just have fun, I was extremely surprised by the super high cost of everything, not just for the hotel and passes to get into the park, but... Read More