Get Real KC

Tracy Baldwin, the Clay County Assessor, joins Jen & Erik to discuss the assessment process, and clear up any confusion around the specifics of assessment and the tax levy that determines how much real estate tax you pay every year on your home. While not exactly the same, all the counties in our metro area follow the same general pattern when it comes to assessing properties, the ability for people to challenge that assessment if they believe it is incorrect, and how that information is passed to the taxing authorities. Tune in and take a peek on ‘how the sausage is made'

Missouri tax sale expert, author, lawyer, acclaimed speaker and all-around nice guy, Scott Walterbach joins Jen & Erik to start peeling back the layers of the complicated process of tax sales in Missouri. From the perspective of both the homeowner who is at risk of loosing their home, and the investor looking to capitalize on the potentially significant deals in the marketplace we look at what you actually purchase in a tax sale, the steps counties go through prior to selling, how an owner can redeem that property even after you have won a tax sale, and a whole lot more!  Check out this podcast and Scott's book, “Missouri Real Property Tax Sales” available on Amazon!

While the cat's away, the mice will play!  Becky, Aadyn and Jordan join Erik for this episode while our illustrious co-host and managing broker is attending the Missouri Realtor's® Spring Conference in person.  As usual, we bring you the latest market stats around the Kansas City area and share a peek of what goes on behind the curtain in the real estate business. What other mischief ensued?  Tune in and find out!!

Jen & Erik are joined by Dream Properties Real Estate agents Jordan, Becky and Aadyn who get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market. As usual, we take a look at the numbers coming out of several counties in the Kansas City metro area but also in this episode we discuss a couple of the broader issues on a national level that we are paying attention to, and examine their potential impacts on housing overall.  And you don't want to miss our stimulating conversation of men's hairstyles! :)

Jonathan Baumert, owner of Rolling Suds of Kansas City, MO joins Jen and Erik to discuss all things power washing. From high pressure on concrete drives and walks to soft washing roofs, this important home maintenance task is not well understood by many.  Not all surfaces are equal and using incorrect techniques and the wrong equipment for the job can be costly for a DIY'er. Come take a listen, and learn from a professional! 

Jen & Erik are joined by Dream Properties Real Estate agents Becky Storm Mullies and Aadyn Delgado who get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market. Beyond looking at the numbers, we celebrate a huge achievement for one of the team…tune in and find out! 

Our good friend and UMKC Leadership Academy classmate and managing broker of the Engel & Volkers Kansas City brokerage, Donta Littlejohn join us as we dissect the complicated topic of fair housing…specifically how laws policies and actions created the KC Metro demographics we have today.  We traverse through the history that has shaped our town, the continuing impacts of that history…but we also look at what continues to occur today in our city and across the country. Completing the story is some practical advice for you around your own home search and fair housing issues. On a broad scale, this may be one of the most important podcasts we've recorded to date…be sure and take some time and tune in!

Missouri Realtor President Elect Bobbi Howe joins Jen & Erik to discuss the importance of buyer's agency in real estate, including some steps you, as a buyer entering in the market, can take to better vet your potential representative.  Learn how buyer's agents are commonly compensated, and how the changes over the summer affect that pattern, as well as some extremely useful tips on what to expect from your agent.

Jen & Erik are joined by Dream Properties Real Estate agents Becky Mullies and Aadyn Delgado who get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market. Beyond looking at the numbers, this episode includes looking beyond the agent and things you might consider about the brokerage you choose. 

When it comes to home décor, what you hang on your walls is one of the most significant contributors to the overall appearance…and how that art is presented is equally important.  From collegiate posters through family photos and to prints, sports memorabilia, or original artwork…how something is framed makes a world of difference.  Jason Fewin owner of Parkville Frame Gallery joins Jen & Erik to discuss all things frame.  Join us for this informative episode and understand your options when it comes to quality, color, designs and even textures as you work to bring out the best of your displays.

Architect by day and apiarist by night (that's a fancy word for beekeeper) Dalyn Novak joins Jen & Erik to discuss bees.  Some of the ins and outs about keeping bees, how bees are incredibly important to...responsible for pollinating $15 billion worth of crops each year in the U.S. alone.  Yes, billion with a 'Bee' :)  We also look at what it looks like to have bees being kept near you in our area, how they travel and if you need to be concerned.  You'll bee happy you tuned into this one!

Jen & Erik are joined by Dream Properties Real Estate agents Becky Mullies and Aadyn Delgado who get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market. Beyond looking at the numbers, this episode includes some discussion around election angst, falling interest rates and much more! 

Mike Elyachar from Big Bob's Flooring Outlet walks us through talking about the big flooring types, but the conversation begins with importance of subflooring and subfloor prep.  Moving on, we share information about carpet and pad, tile, wood flooring and finally ending up by clearing up the confusion around one of today's most popular types, laminates and luxury vinyl.  Don't miss this opportunity to understand choices available to you when making flooring decisions!

Bruce Cramer joins Jen and Erik to discuss not only how a financial advisor can help in your home ownership journey, but also how they assist in your overall wealth journey.  Take a few minutes out and discover why paying the bank of yourself is important, and perhaps how to get started on your wealth building journey!

Jen & Erik are joined by Dream Properties Real Estate agents Becky Mullies, Katie Sammon, and Aadyn Delgado who get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market. Beyond looking at the numbers, this episode includes some discussion around contingencies, agency relationships, unrepresented buyers and so much more! 

Jen & Erik take on 4 popular myths around home ownership.  You need a 20% down payment to buy a home.  One can afford whatever the bank says you can afford.  Buying is better than renting (or the opposite).  It's smart to wait for interest rates to come back down to under 3%.  Find out some truths and some things to consider that you may not have, if any of these statements resonate with you!

Have you ever thought about becoming a real estate agent?  It is a very fulfilling career, but maybe not as simple as it seems on HGTV.  Jen & Erik are joined by agent Becky Mullies, soon to be agent Aadyn Delgado and Jen's daughter Ashlyn...all of whom offer their unique perspectives on being, being around, or soon becoming a real estate agent.  Nothing is sugar coated in this 'tell it like it is' episode that provides some insight on the journey and reality of being a real estate agent.

Becky  joins Jen & Erik to get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market. Beyond looking at the numbers, this episode includes some discussions around foundations getting them inspected…as well as knowing when to find out if an inspection has already been done on the property you are looking at.

Need to spruce things up?  Just slap a coat of paint on it...right?  WRONG!!  While many people paint as a DIY project, there are some great reasons to consider a professional when it comes to your painting projects.  From obvious considerations like choosing the right quality and type of paint, to the massive amount of prep work that excellent professional companies perform to get you the best and longest lasting surfaces in your home...it is all covered! (pun intended) Tim Carlson of Five Star Painting joins Jen & Erik to discuss all things prep and paint.  A valuable set of information for those considering a painting project, either on their own or by hiring a pro!

The news has been full of inflammatory speculations and complete untruths around the proposed National Association of Realtors® settlement of last year's anti-trust lawsuit.  Jen & Erik break it down for you, so you can understand some of the specifics of the settlement as it stands today, and most importantly, you can understand the probable impacts to you as a buyer or seller.  Being informed about the market and the intricacies of your purchase or sale puts you in the best position to make your real estate transaction go as smoothly and effectively as possible.  That has always been our goal at Get Real KC!!

Ever wondered about how to make certain your home is dealt with the way you want after your gone?  Perhaps a home needs to be sold to pay for an aging parent who requires some form of assisted living.  Managing Partner of Shepherd Elder Law, Samantha Shepherd walks us through some of the steps you'll want to take to prepare for these situations, and ramifications if you don't.  Not just about housing, but Samantha also helps us understand issues around other assets, health concerns and so much more! Join Jen & Erik in this enlightening discussion with Samantha Shepherd, which provides real and valuable planning information for us all, regardless of our home ownership status or dreams.

Jen & Erik along with Dream Properties team member Becky Mullies get you up to date with what's happening in the Kansas City area real estate market.  We also foray a little bit into some of our extensive work with investors, both buying to rent and rehab.  Catch up every other month in our Today's Dream episodes!

By far the largest city in our metropolitan area, Kansas City Missouri has some unique challenges when it comes to housing. Councilman Wes Rogers joins Jen & Erik to discuss several city programs designed to deal with those challenges, as well as candid conversations around some of the more controversial ordinances the city has recently passed. The podcast closes with some of the amazing things that Kansas City does that make it a true gem in the midwest! 

Kailyn Richerdson from LeaderOne Financial joins Jen & Erik to discuss the ins and outs of home mortgages. Starting with the expectation of mortgage rates movement throughout the year, Kailyn delivers information on so many valuable topics…the difference between interest rate and APR, how to shop for mortgages with minimal impact on your credit score, how long it should take you to get pre-qualified, how soon you should get a picture of total closing costs, and much, much more!  So much great information, don't miss this podcast!

What a treat to start of the new year, or anytime you are looking to establish some personal or professional goals!  Rick Burgess, CEO of Quantum Consulting, a Sandler International franchisee, join Jen & Erik to talk about goal setting, offering guidance, tips and tricks for you in that process.  In addition, find how Dream Properties Real Estate leverages coaching help in their business beyond goal setting.  Perhaps your goals including the buying or selling of real estate, but no matter the topic, this guidance will prove to be valuable in your efforts!

Jen & Erik to discuss the current state of the market in the KC Metro, and share some of the personal experiences they are having with the clients they are currently working with.  Curious to what 2024 will bring in the real estate?  Jen and Erik break down what they see and what those likely trends might do to the market in Kansas City. 

Kansas City Legacy Properties owner Eddie Van Buskirk joins Jen and Erik to discuss various facets of dealing with inherited properties.  While any real estate agent can help someone sell a house, but only the great ones assist throughout the entire process…from the obvious things, like dealing with the ‘stuff' inside the home to a lot less obvious like contacting the insurance company and making the appropriate changes.  Tune in and discover not only what probate means, but many of the other things to consider when dealing with an inherited property.

Join Jen & Erik as they check in with Smithville Alderman, and Realtor, Dan Hartman with what's going in the Smithville community. Having essentially doubled in population since 2000.  At 16.25 sq miles surrounded by a 7000 acre lake, Smithville's leadership is driving investment in ways to best support their growing community.  Learn about what's happening in there, and if this community might be a good choice for your next home!

Jen & Erik to discuss the current state of the market in the KC Metro, and share some of the personal experiences they are having with the clients they are currently working with.  Topics include loan programs providing better interest rates, proposed legislation to make housing more attainable, a discussion around how buyers pay their commission to agents, and of course, a look at what's current in their own real estate world!

Curious why two pioneers in online personal training programs are doing on a real estate podcast?  Just because they are awesome (and they are!) still doesn't correlate to real estate… but strangely enough the correlations are significant. As Micah and Diana share how they assist in the transformation of peoples physical lives, the parallels between that transformation and the path to home ownership becomes clear.  Come and be inspired for your own transformation!

Do you know what Initiative Petition is?  Do you have any idea what a critical right this is for ‘we the people'?  Missouri Realtors know, and they fight to keep this right.  This is only one of the many topics Missouri Realtors are in your corner for.  Missouri Realtors also provide education for its members and the general public as well…all in an effort to make sure your real estate transaction goes as smooth as possible, and that you get the benefits of home ownership as you live your American Dream.  Join us to find out even more of what these organizations do for you…and how you might use that information when vetting your own agent choice.

Did you know Riverside was featured in the Robert Redford/Paul Newman classic movie The Sting? Mayor Rose shares not only the rich history of Riverside…but we also go through some of the top reasons people are choosing to live there.  When you think Riverside you may think Red X, Argosy Casino, the Corner Cafe or Eagle Animal Hospital…but did you know the Horizons Business Park in Riverside has over 4 million square feet of industry, and 4000 jobs?  Join Jen & Erik to find out a lot of things you wouldn't expect from this little gem of a city!!

Katie Sammon and Becky Mullies from the Dream Properties team join Jen & Erik to discuss the current state of the market in the KC Metro, and share some of the personal experiences they are having with the clients they are currently working with.  Check out what trends are in the KC market today and get a peek behind the real estate curtain in Today's Dream!

Introducing Dream Properties Real Estate!!!!   Every wonder how the brokerages and agents actually work behind the scenes?  In this very enlightening episode, while discussing where Dream Properties Real Estate fits into the real estate landscape Jen and Erik walk you through brokerage models and what it's like to be an agent in today's real estate business.  As a home buyer or seller knowing how the industry works can lead you to a better set of questions to ask as you vet who represents you.  Are you thinking about becoming an agent or maybe considering switching brokerages?  This will be a great episode for you too!

Title closer Amber Jarman joins Jen & Erik to discuss all the things title companies do in our area for the sale or purchase of your home.  First we dive into the nitty gritty of things that affect title, like divorce, death, financial judgements (credit cards, taxes, etc.) and easements...ever wonder how a shared driveway works?  Next we discuss title commitments and tenancy options (how you are listed on the title).  We even discuss some title issues when you purchase property at a tax sale.  So much great information, don't miss this podcast!

Members of the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtor's advocacy staff Derek Ramsay and Jeff Carson join Jen & Erik to talk about what real estate advocacy is and how it not only affects you in a general fashion, but also how it can directly impact your specific housing transaction. Find out how Realtors® and Realtor® Associations act as your lobbyists in their efforts to protect property rights and keep housing attainable.

Jen and Erik along with Becky from the team take a look at the current market trends in KC and provide some insight on being careful to avoid misleading statistics, or data that encompasses the entire country but not really applicable to the KC Metro.  Stay tuned to the end where we have an exciting announcement (well…its exciting to us anyway

Raelene Woodall, owner of Integrity Cleaning solutions joins Jen & Erik to talk all things cleaning. Delving into prepping a home for sale as well as an initial move in cleaning.  Rae also discusses routine home cleaning, what to expect as well as the pros and cons of cleaning services vs. an individual to clean your home.  Check it out!

Jen & Erik took the show on the road to the Missouri Realtors Spring Business Conference and asked Realtors from across the state about their markets, and their best advice for buyers and sellers of homes.  With no coaching or discussion, it's amazing some of the consistent themes that permeated the interviews.  Check out what these amazing Realtors had to say.   Jeff Kester, CEO of the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors 417.883.1226 Brenda Oliver, Heritage Realty, Odessa MO 816.419.3271 Rachel Barnett, Reece Nichols, Branson MO (tri-lakes), 417.559.3024

Jen & Erik took the show on the road to the Missouri Realtors Spring Business Conference and asked Realtors from across the state about their markets, and their best advice for buyers and sellers of homes.  With no coaching or discussion, it's amazing some of the consistent themes that permeated the interviews.  Check out what these amazing Realtors had to say.   John Mayfield, Mayfield Real Estate, Farmington MO 573.760.4220 Caroleen Ferrell, Realty Executives Ferrell Associates, Rolla MO 573.647.0150 Matt Becker, Magnolia Real Estate, O'Fallon MO, 636.442.0214 Jordan Salisbury, The Salisbury Team, Lake Ozark, MO 573.746.2532

Great info as always, the entire Dream Homes by Jen Team was in the studio to talk about what's happening in the market and in their own corners of their real estate businesses. From property management to how inventory levels are affecting the market demand...tune in and find out what's going on in the KC Metro!

Colby joins Jen and Erik for another great episode around roofing.  This time we dig into observations the lay person can make without climbing on a roof, or accessing the attic in an attempt to give buyers more confidence in their buying decisions that have to come so fast in today's market.  

The Dream Homes by Jen Team's newest member, Dylan Owens joins Jen and Erik taking a look at the current trends in the KC residential real estate market.  As a new licensee Dylan also answers questions about his license experience and how he made the decision to join Dream Homes by Jen...which may be informative to anyone looking into getting their real estate license.  Tune in and check it out!

A remake of the original 5 part home sellers series, Jen, Erik and Becky walk through the typical steps one takes in prepping for and selling their home during this updated 3 part series.  There has been a lot of changes in the market since the original aired back in 2020. In our third and final episode we focus on money and three key questions…what is my home worth, what are my goals as a seller, and what should I list my home for?  We finish the series off by discussing the typical steps that happen after accepting an offer up until the sale actually closes. 

A remake of the original 5 part home sellers series, Jen & Erik walk through the typical steps one takes in prepping for and selling their home during this updated 3 part series.  There has been a lot of changes in the market since the original aired back in 2020. In episode two the focus is on home preparation, showings and open houses. Is that repair or upgrade worth it?  What's important to have done before people come see my house during a showing…do I want an open house?  Check it out for these answers and more! 

A remake of the original 5 part home sellers series, Jen & Erik walk through the typical steps one takes in prepping for and selling their home during this updated 3 part series.  There has been a lot of changes in the market since the original aired back in 2020.  Episode one focuses on if and when you might engage a Realtor, along with some of the benefits and expectations you should enjoy.  We also start to look at some of the typical documentation that will need to be created with your home sale. 

The Dream Homes by Jen Team takes a look at the current data trends for housing values and inventory around the KC Metro, and discusses the real estate forecasts for 2023.  Also in this episode, the team celebrates our newest team member passing her real estate license exams...and everything that is going on.  Join us for this fact filled and fun episode.  HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Ever wondered about those solar panels you see on houses?  Are they a good investment, how do they work, will my roof support them?  All of these questions and much much more are answered as Jen & Erik's guest, VP of Solar at JR & Company Nathan Clausen shares a wealth of information.  If you've been thinking about solar this episode is not to be missed!

A remake of the original 5 part home buyers series, the Dream Homes by Jen team breaks down the home buying process in this updated 3 part series.  Episode three focuses on post offer processes including inspections, appraisals and all the steps all the way up to closing and getting your keys!!

A remake of the original 5 part home buyers series, the Dream Homes by Jen team breaks down the home buying process in this updated 3 part series.  Episode two focuses on considerations you may have not thought of when considering your housing needs, what to expect during showings, and begin going through some of the typical paperwork utilized when you choose to put in an offer.  

JR & Co. Chief of Sales and Marketing Dave Layman joins Jen and Erik as they explore all things roofing in residential real estate.  This wonderfully informative podcast touches important topics like roof inspections, shingle types and their durability in our harsh winters as well as how insurance companies typically view them.  Dave also touches on solar energy, an increasing desire among homeowners.  Don't miss this great episode!!