4 Books That Shaped Me
Reading is one of my favorite things to do. Learning, growing, and being open to new ideas are important to any profession, but especially in real estate. And while an epic novel is always a...
Small Business Showcase – Lindsey Hinderer
Lindsey Hinderer is a portrait photographer with a studio in midtown on Locust. I met Lindsey through Book Club and we’ve known each other for about seven years. She lives in Tower Grove South. “I...
About Ames Place and University City
Ames Place is an enclave of University City, an inner-ring suburb of St. Louis. A charming, quiet, neighborhood of about 200 single family homes, Ames Place was filed for the record as a neighborhood in 1914....
April is Fair Housing Month
Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present. As community leaders, real estate professionals have an opportunity to be a...
STL People on the Move – Shannon Tamme
In this episode of STL People on the Move, we talk about how to organize your move with Certified Professional Organizer, Shannon Tamme. Shannon is an entrepreneur and owner of Life Synchronized. Launched in 2009,...
So, What’s the Market Like?
A question we often get asked is “What is the real estate market like right now?” Dig beyond the headlines a bit, and in St. Louis it is still a seller’s market. Inventory is still...
Pros and Cons of Painted Brick
Painted brick exteriors are trending. The practice remains a topic of debate, especially in St. Louis, a city with a rich brick history. Hard-core preservationists argue against it. However, most brick created before 1870 was...
Remodeling 2022 Cost vs. Value Report
The home improvement market remains strong with predictions that homeowner improvement and repair spending could reach $430 billion by the end of 2022. In order to understand which projects will bring the most value to...
Moving To St. Louis With Kids
Whether you are relocating your family to St. Louis from a different state or just moving to a new neighborhood across town, the process can be stressful—especially with kids. Preparing them, listening to them, and...
FREE Summer Fun in Kirkwood
My family is making a big move to Kirkwood, Missouri. Okay, it’s really just 20 minutes and about 1.5 suburbs away. We’re looking forward to taking advantage of all the FREE family-fun activities that Kirkwood...
Moving to St. Louis During a Pregnancy?
Moving to a new city can be an exciting yet challenging experience, especially when you’re pregnant. The anticipation of settling into a new home and exploring a different environment is often accompanied by concerns about...
4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Home Equity
Tapping your home equity can be a convenient, low-cost way to borrow large sums at favorable interest rates to pay for home repairs or debt consolidation. However, the right type of loan depends on your needs...