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Super savings for students on Missouri tax-free weekend 2019

Is your family ready to head back to school? Kansas Citians will be packing backpacks with some sweet deals over Missouri’s annual tax-free weekend! The state’s annual back-to-school sales tax-free shopping holiday begins at 12:01 am on Friday, August 2. It ends at midnight on Sunday, August 4. Missouri’s typical 4.225% sales tax will not be assessed on back-to-school purchases …

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Fireworks signs for Veterans

At Buy Sell Live KC, our Veteran + real estate family proudly helps local Veterans and active military every day of the year. Because this community is very close to our own hearts, we know that – for many that have served in combat – 4th of July celebrations can be troublesome. This year, we’re printing and delivering lawn signs …

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For Sale: 4824 W 162nd St, Overland Park, KS [MLS #2100631]

Settle into the perfect family home in The Wilderness. Just a short walk from Blue Valley Middle School – this beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath home features ample open space, a coveted 3-car garage, partially finished basement and sleek, neutral interiors. Welcome home to 4824 W. 142nd Street, Overland Park, KS The clean and spacious two-story …

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KC’s Best Car Wash

In the entire Kansas City metro, there is one – and only one – car wash that can be proclaimed “the best.” Many car wash enthusiasts have challenged the designation, but after recently winning Aaron’s affection – I’m 1000% sure this one will never be topped. Aaron washes his car…a lot. Always on the go, it makes sense that he …

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Just Listed: 2003 Kimberly Ln, Greenwood, MO [MLS #2112043]

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a gorgeous home in DaLinda Estates at the heart of Greenwood, Missouri. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, this immaculate property is ready to welcome you home! Welcome to 2003 Kimberly Ln, Greenwood, MO The reverse California split is the largest of all split-level styles and is characterized by three staggered levels including: Level …

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Building simple custom closet organizers

After moving in January, it’s been a long, slow process to unpack and find designated places for things in this new-to-me old house. Older homes are notorious for their lack of storage. It doesn’t necessarily make them any less lovable – you just know going into it that you’re going to have to get creative. Or get minimal. We’re trying …

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Baby’s First Day at the K

About a week ago, we took my 1-year-old nephew Rhett to Kaufmann Stadium for his very first Royals game. Let me tell you – on a very hot day in May, no one expects for that scenario to go well. We had a blast! Since we’re not parents (just the world’s greatest aunt and uncle) – we learned about a …

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Missouri and Kansas Veteran Benefits on Property Tax

There are a lot of hidden gems that fall through the cracks in regards to VA benefits. Some are so forgotten or just plain don’t want to be advertised about that even local officials or tax specialist forget they are part of state sponsored programs. The one I want to focus on is the personal property tax credits available to …

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Hiding Out at Hi Hat Coffee

Hi Hat Coffee is one of those curious places I’ve driven by time and time again only to say to myself, “dang it, I need to remember to go there.” With KC Local Week on the horizon — and more specifically Cup of Joe Day that goes with it — I put the teensie shop at the top of my …

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Kansas City’s Newest Barbershop – The Barberette

The part of my job I love most is getting to meet so many wonderful people. Strangers, who turn into clients, often turn into friends. Anytime I get a chance to brag about one of my friends, naturally, I’m going to do it. My dear friend and Barber Lavyne Anderson decided to go out on her own and open up …