If you’ve ever driven down Lee Blvd in Leawood, KS, chances are you’ve taken in the storied trees, winding roads, and beautiful homes. It’s a street that is unlike many in KC with only three stop lights that stretch on for what feels like miles of magical scenery. A road that can get you North & South in mere minutes where the lots are grand and where each home has it’s own unique charm. Lee Blvd is truly my favorite street in all of Kansas City. South Wing View of “9622 Lee Blvd” Nestled between 103rd St and 95th St resides in my humble opinion, the most significant Architecturally desig ..read more

Hey guys, I hope Summer is treating you well and you’re taking time to enjoy each day! With so much going on in the world, it’s important to just take a second, breathe, and be still. More importantly, it’s important to take time for yourselves. I’m excited to introduce you to this post’s guest contributor Rahul Agrawal. He is the Co-founder & Chief Business Officer at Styldod, where you can complete virtual staging, photo editing, and much more for Residential and Commercial Real Estate projects. He's your everyday IT Kanpur nerd who pushes the boundaries with his innovative entrepreneuri ..read more

New Construction in Hazelwood | Builder: MOJO Built Believe it or not, buying a newly constructed home or building a custom residence doesn’t have to be crazy expensive. In fact, there are cost efficiencies that can be achieved which could be the difference between hundreds if not thousands of dollars. Having sold everything from open lots in tract communities, residences still under construction, and fully custom build jobs, I’ve seen where cost can be cut while still building and enjoying a dream residence. Here are 5 simple ways buyers can save big on new construction. Be Flexible On Loca ..read more

It’s been long said that the scarcer the land, the more valuable it is. Well…that couldn’t be more true as open grounds come to a close in one of the most popular corridors in Johnson County. Between the streets of Nall Avenue to State Line Road & 95th leading South to Highway 435, reside established neighborhoods such as: Nall Hills, Leawood Estates, Empire Estates, Applewood, Mission Farms, and others. These are home to hundreds of residents, many of whom have lived in the neighborhood long enough to see its growth & renaissance over the years and decades. Everything from improved in ..read more

Hello and welcome back to the HOKC blog! Today’s article has been guest written by someone who had such amazing persistence in reaching out to me and ideas to share. We all have busy & sometimes stressful schedules; moving can certainly add to the hectic feeling of it all especially when kids are involved, but Kris Louis’s guide to minimizing that stress is such a good read full of great insights! Photo by: Pexels When your house is on the market, you never know when potential buyers will pop by for showings. Sometimes, you only have half an hour to tidy up and get out of the house. Your ..read more

We are back with another City Guide Series contributed by the amazing Lexi Carr, and today we are highlight the one and only: Brookside KC! The simplest way for me to describe this neat area of the metro: Vibrant, Urban, and Fun Loving! Some of the best food in town resides right here; and in case you were wondering, the walkability is second to none for a more Sub-Urban living community: quaint shops, local businesses, and so much development taking place. Let’s dive right in and see why Brookside KC is such a thriving neighborhood. If you’re looking to live in the Kansas City area, it’s har ..read more

Hey everyone! I’m super excited about the next City Guide Series: Downtown Kansas City. Whether your from the metro or live elsewhere, when people think of KC, downtown in the heart of the urban crossroads is what comes to mind most! Once again, special thanks to Lexi Carr for contributing this awesome article to Houses of Kansas City. There’s so much vibrance & excitement brewing in this city and the affordable cost of living is icing on the cake! Kansas City is best known for barbecue, jazz, and its warm people. It's consistently been a popular place to live, but the vast number of neig ..read more

Photo by Orlova Maria on Unsplash A happy home is a happy life, and it’s hard to have a happy home that’s in full-chaos mode. A stressful home can lead to health problems—both mental and physical—as chronic stress is a detriment to nearly every body system. You can make your home a stress-free haven by keeping it clean, organized, and decluttered. Here are some simple ways to get started. Start every morning with a load of laundry Few things cause more stress and general disorganization in the home than laundry, whether it’s dirty or clean and unfolded/put away. Laundry is one of those task ..read more

Those who are considering a move to the Kansas City area should look no further than Overland Park. This city is a perfect mix of urban and suburban living, and it was recently named one of the top 100 places to live in the country. Overland Park has great schools, plenty of family-friendly activities and an easy commute to nearby Kansas City. Still unsure about the move? This guide will tell you everything you need to know about making Overland Park your next home. Background Dating back to 1905, Overland Park was planned with greatness in mind. Today, the city boasts plenty of high-quality ..read more

We’re once again joined by Bret Engle of "DIY GUYS” as he discusses the Value of having reserves. Maybe it’s something that you’ve been saving up for or a repair that you least expected. Either way, having an emergency fund set aside is not only good planning on your part, but can ease the cost and stress of whatever it’s needed for. Photo Courtesy of: Pexels One of the most significant expenses you may incur from year to year is the cost of significant home repairs. Whether you purchased your current home as a fixer-upper in need of renovation or as a brand new build, the chances are that y ..read more