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Missouri Tax Sales with Scott Walterbach

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!

Today’s Dream (May 1st, 2025) - A bi-monthly look at what’s going on right now in Kansas City real estate.

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!!

Today’s Dream (March 1st, 2025) - A bi-monthly look at what‘s going on right now in Kansas City real estate.

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! :)

Power Washing with Jonathan Baumert

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! 

Today’s Dream (January 1st, 2025) - A bi-monthly look at what‘s going on right now in Kansas City real estate.

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! 

Fair Housing with Donta Littlejohn

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!

Buyer’s Agency with Bobbi Howe

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.

Today’s Dream (November 1st, 2024) - A bi-monthly look at what‘s going on right now in Kansas City real estate.

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. 

Getting framed with Jason Fewin owner of Parkville Frame Gallery

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.

The Bees Knees with Dayln Novak

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!