In our most recent podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Mason Gates, Associate at Matthews REIS, and a specialist in the Self-Storage commercial real estate industry. Mason, who hails from Kansas City, Missouri, and holds a Finance degree from Arizona State University, shared his extensive knowledge about the Self Storage commercial real estate sector. Mason provided valuable insights into the world of commercial real estate, focusing specifically on the growing industry of self-storage facilities. His expert advice and deep understanding of the market dynamics were both enlig ..read more

Welcome to the Kansas City Real Estate Podcast, where we bring you insider knowledge and expert advice on all things real estate.  We have a special guest joining us - Katerina Brennan, a new homes sales expert from the Columbus Ohio area. In this episode, we'll be diving into the world of new home construction, exploring the current market trends in the Columbus area, and discussing what you need to know when building your dream home. So, sit back, relax, and let's get started ..read more

Hello, welcome to another episode of the KC Real Estate Market. This week, we'll be discussing the importance of insurance and some of the things you should keep in mind when buying a policy with our friend Paul.   We'll also be giving you a brief overview of the Kansas City real estate market and some of the recent trends we're seeing. Finally, we'll be rounding out the episode with a few references from The Simpsons throughout the whole episode.   Insurance is an essential part of life, and it's important to make sure you have the right policy for your needs. There are a variety of ..read more

In this episode of The Kansas City Real Estate Podcast, we discuss the Sharper Image, Trump Steaks, Starter Homes, cameras, and Home Prices in Kansas City. Bryan talks about the Sharper Image and how much he loved going there to look at the interesting products. We also take a look at Trump Steaks since they were sold at The Sharper Image.  We then move on to starter homes in the Kansas City area and explore whether or not they are a good option for first-time home buyers. Finally, we take a look at the current state of the housing market in Kansas City and discuss whether or not home pri ..read more

In this episode of the podcast, we answer the question 'what's a good gift for their real estate agent?' If you're looking to say thank you to your realtor, or just want to get them a little something special, listen in for some ideas! There are many gifts one can consider, so it's important to consider all the gift options available. You can always check out this gift website to see what works for you.  We talk about how great Eric O'Shea is as a clean corporate comedian. If you're a person who schedules entertainment for big events and want a clean comedian, you should take a look at Er ..read more

We sat down with Trish Reedy and talked about the current mortgage climate and what you need to do to get a mortgage. Joe is even surprised by a few facts. We got into the pre-qualification process and what factors are important when considering a mortgage. Trish had some great tips for first-time home buyers. With mortgage interest rates moving, they talk about what that means for buyers in the market. We get into the benefits of working with a local mortgage broker. Trish shares some of the challenges that she's seen people face when trying to get a mortgage and offers advice on how to avoid ..read more

It can be tough to be a nosey person, always prying into other people's business. But sometimes, even they get embarrassed. Just ask the nosey person who was caught snooping at my purchases in the checkout line at Dillon's grocery store in Lawrence, Kansas. Bryan tells the true story.   We also break down the latest information from the housing market and what it means for potential home buyers and sellers. If you're in the market for a new home or are thinking about selling your current home, be sure to tune in for all the latest information. You don't want to miss it.   We talk abo ..read more

Looking for a new home in the KC area? You'll want to hear this podcast discussion with Joe the REALTOR®!   He shares some great insights on the current housing market, what's hot right now in terms of design and features, and even tips on how to get started in the business yourself.   We also talk about our trip to the Chapel Hill upscale living area in Overland Park. Weichert REALTORS® are listing the homes in that area. Joe talks about the KC area home builders who work in that living area.    Joe also ponders if the KC area real estate market is cooling.  ..read more

In this episode of the Kansas City real estate podcast, Joe the REALTOR® gives us insights about home negotiations from both the buying and selling side. We also talk about what are the most common obstacles to overcome when navigating a home transaction. Bryan draws from his home buying experience in Lawrence Kansas.  We then talk about some of our favorite smart home features. We love our smart home features!  From being able to control the temperature from our phones to turning on the lights with a voice command, there are endless possibilities when it comes to making your home sm ..read more

Joe the REALTOR® is back with a hilarious Ted Koppel impression. Watch as he imitates the legendary newsman pretending to do a buyer's consultation and delivers some funny real estate advice at the same time. We also discuss current housing market trends and how they may impact your decision to buy or sell a home. Did you know that Joe specializes in new home real estate? We talk about some of the advantages of buying a new home.      ..read more