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Quirky New Year’s Eve Traditions Around the World
ock ticks down to midnight on December 31st, people around the world prepare to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one with open arms. While some choose to celebrate in a more conventional manner with fireworks and champagne toasts, others embrace the eccentric and participate in bizarre New Year's Eve traditions that have been passed down through generations. Read More
Unwrapping the Bizarre Christmas Traditions Around the Globe
The holiday season is a time of joy, warmth, and tradition, but not all Christmas celebrations are decked with the familiar trimmings of stockings, mistletoe, and jolly old St. Nick. Across the globe, some cultures embrace quirky and downright peculiar customs that add a unique twist to the festive season. In this article, we'll take a sleigh ride around the world to explore some of the most bizarre Christmas traditions. Read More
Kansas City Is Still A Sellers Market
Many people frequently ask me about the current real estate market, wondering, “How is it these days?” One statement that often catches them off guard is that we are still experiencing a “seller’s market” in Kansas City. I believe many people automatically presume that the market is unfavorable and home prices are on the decline.... Read More
The Real Estate Market’s Competitive Surge: What to Expect if Interest Rates Drop
This has been a very strange year for real estate as we’ve seen the pendulum swing from a super strong sellers market in January 2023, back to a more balanced real estate market in the Fall. Interest rates for home mortgages were at 6.50% at the beginning of the year, but we continued to see... Read More
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
The Forgotten Fashion Hub: KCMO’s Legacy in Clothing Manufacturing
In the mid-20th century, a city far from the glitz and glamour of New York City stood as a thriving fashion hub, shaping the wardrobes of countless American women. Kansas City, Missouri (KCMO), rose to prominence as the second-largest center for clothing manufacturing in the United States, second only to the Big Apple itself. From... Read More
We Need Your Help!
Dear Friends and Clients, Normally I write an article about the real estate market or just something interesting that’s going on in my life, but this week I needed to write something a little different. Although the real estate market is moving forward and our team is still selling homes, this Spring real estate market... Read More
Three Years Ago, Our Entire World Changed
Three years ago on Saturday, March 21, 2020, I was running some errands late in the afternoon. I’d forgotten and left my phone in the car and when I got back into the vehicle, I looked down and noticed I had more than 20 voicemails and text messages on my phone! Most of the voicemails... Read More