Kansas City: Our Best Kept Secret

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We love Kansas City and the area around it, so we have never been surprised by how much there is to do in the city. We’re glad that it’s getting some of the attention it deserves, even if it is on a list for underrated cities in the United States. Kansas City came in fourth, which just goes to show that we’re something of an unknown treasure to the rest … [Read more...]

Kansas City Goes Green to Save “Green”

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With Earth Day in just a few days on Sunday, April 22nd, it is important to take the time to really consider the place that you live. If you reside in Kansas City, then you’re making your home in a place that has committed itself to green initiatives. Here are just three things that the city is doing to be more energy-conscious. They are giving web-based … [Read more...]

Lakes Where You Can Go Fishing Kansas City

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As the warm weather starts to approach in Kansas City, fishing season will start again when everything heats up. If you aren’t sure where to fish, here is a list of available lakes: Bales Lake Blue Valley Park Chaumiere Lake Chaumiere Woods Park Englewood Lake Englewood Park Klapmeyer Lake Klapmeyer Park Lake of the Woods Swope Park Lakewood Greenway … [Read more...]

3 Ways to Pick the Right Kansas City Neighborhood

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One of the fears that come along with looking for a new home is that the place where you love the layout, counters, and the climbable tree in the backyard might be in a less than desirable neighborhood. That is why you have real estate agents like the team at Kristin Malfer & Associates to help you make sure that you are looking in an area where you can trust … [Read more...]

Leawood Becomes Recycling Friendly by January 2012

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Johnson County and the City of Leawood have taken up the Green Gauntlet Challenge which will mean that three key provisions will be implemented in the area’s Solid Waste Management by January 1, 2012. Since that date is swiftly approaching, it’s important to have a quick reminder of all the services that you can expect to see soon if you haven’t started … [Read more...]