Many of you probably experienced some level of water intrusion in your basement a few weeks ago during the heavy rains. When this level of heavy rain occurs over long…

Wow, just look at these pretty eggs. I read that the kind that lay blue eggs are called Araucanas. Aren’t they pretty? Since I had these delicious, farm-fresh eggs, I…

Today I have local real estate showing statistics to share with you. Below is a chart which displays current trends in scheduled showings. A showing is an appointment for a…

fresh broccoli from my urban garden You’ve probably heard about the City of Kansas City, Missouri’s proposed urban farming ordinance. The new ordinance would permit residents to sell home-grown produce…

April 2010 Heartland MLS Statisics The following statistics compare sales activity in April 2010 with the same time last year. Remember, this is positive news but do not expect this…

Mister Snodgrass and I were on a walk in the neighborhood this afternoon, and we noticed that the venerable Meyer West Condominiums (aka the “Blue Goose”) located at 333 West…

Whether it is a tudor, craftsman, colonial, or cape cod, pink bathrooms are seemingly in almost every older home in Brookside. The architecture is not the common element, it is…

People are asking me how the market is responding to the end of the federal home buyer’s tax credit. This is a tricky question for me. First of all, I…

Wow, this house for sale in Brookside is stunning. Inside and out, the architecture, detail, and setting will just blow you away. I think it may have already sold and…

Schoolhouse Electric is not only making exceptional lighting in Portland, they are making a statement with their commitment to environmentally responsible, American-made production practices. When browsing their site, be sure…