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Celebrating National Hammock Day in KC

On July 22, we celebrate National Hammock Day!  As we enter into the dog days of Summer, many of us are looking for ways to beat the heat, relax and enjoy our dwindling summer evenings, or just take a break from the daily grind. A hammock can be the perfect respite, wherever you are. Traditionally hung by rope between two …

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Virtual Property Tours Available

Peek inside properties across Kansas City, Leavenworth and Lawrence without having to change out of your sweats. For years, Buy Sell Live KC agents have offered virtual property tours to active military and Veterans relocating to our area. We can’t lie – that longstanding expertise in how to help you shop for homes from a distance has been super helpful …

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August 2019 Kansas City real estate market statistics from KCRAR

KCRAR has released the August 2019 real estate market reports for Kansas City and its surrounding counties. The report overview indicates that home supply has dropped and home prices are on the rise – making this a great time to list before homebuyers are distracted by the holiday season. RELATED LINK: SELL A HOME Heartland MLS continues to provide healthy results …

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Win tickets to The Beast and The Edge of Hell Haunted Houses with #livekc

The Halloween season is upon us and in Kansas City that means one thing: HAUNTED. HOUSES. We’ve been suckers for the thrill of KC’s best haunted houses for decades. Each year we share the shrieks and scares with friends and family – building on tons of silly memories of our nights in the West Bottoms. This year, we’re sending a …

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Fall Home Maintenance Tips

If you’re like us, Fall is usually filled with a plethora of things to do – Fall festivals, wine walks, apple orchards and beautiful days to do just about anything other than work. We recommend taking a break from pumpkin carving to complete a few Fall home maintenance steps that will save you money in the long run. Gutters and …

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Trick-or-Treat Safety Guide

We’re creeping in on the sweetest family holiday of the year – Halloween! The Buy Sell Live KC household loves decorating our porch, plugging in some creepy lights and wearing costumes as trick-or-treaters flood the neighborhood. Will your family be hitting the streets to collect candy this year? If so, we’ve found a few quick tips for ensuring everyone stays safe …

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July 2019 Kansas City real estate market statistics from KCRAR

KCRAR has released the July 2019 real estate market reports for Kansas City and its surrounding counties. The report overview indicates that home supply has dropped and home prices are on the rise – making this a great time to list before cooler temps and holidays creep into the calendar! RELATED LINK: SELL A HOME Heartland MLS continues to provide healthy …

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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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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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You’ve Got to See Kansas City’s To-Go Dog Wash!

Not much beats finding exactly what you need at exactly the moment you need it. Such is the case in how I discovered Bubbles Mobile Dog Wash — and my life will never be the same. Ogilvy, my Great Dane, is a big fan of wandering the Shawnee Mission Park off-leash area. And by “wandering,” I mean that all 135 …