April is Fair Housing Month, a time to reflect on the legacy and impact of the 1968 Fair Housing Act. Passed shortly after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this landmark legislation was...
In 2025, many homeowners in St. Louis City and St. Louis County are experiencing significant increases in their property tax assessments—some as high as 15% or more. These hikes are part of the biennial reassessment...
Moving to St. Louis? If you’re considering a move to St. Louis—especially if you’re a medical student preparing for Match Day—the Central West End (CWE) neighborhood should be at the top of your list. This...
In 2025, WalletHub ranked St. Louis 10th among the most pet-friendly cities in the US. We have an abundance of parks and all the love any dog would need! Whether you’re strolling through the park,...
When you’re selling your home, communication isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. One of the most common complaints home sellers have is that their agent isn’t keeping them informed. And unfortunately, it’s often true. So… how often...
Fox Park is a historic neighborhood located just south of downtown St. Louis. Developed primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it features beautiful examples of red brick Victorian and Second Empire-style architecture....
If there’s one design element that can completely transform the look and feel of a home, it’s lighting. Whether you’re staging your home to sell, remodeling, or just wanting to create a cozier space, good...
While everyone knows about the St. Patrick’s Day parades, few realize how much Irish immigrants shaped St. Louis’s neighborhoods — quite literally. In the mid-1800s, large numbers of Irish laborers came to St. Louis to...
Client Spotlight — A Fond Farewell from Longtime Clients Moving to Minnesota After more than a decade of calling Shaw home, our long-time clients and friends, Adriano and Andrea, are preparing for their next chapter...
The Importance of Pricing Your Home Correctly The First Time When it comes to selling a home, timing is everything. A well-priced home in good condition can attract buyers quickly—but if it lingers on the...
St. Louis has a deep-rooted connection to French Creole history, dating back to its founding in 1764 by French fur traders. The city’s early culture was shaped by French-speaking settlers, and while it may not...
St. Louis is in the midst of a transformation, and while some projects spark excitement, others raise eyebrows. Development in our city is always a balancing act—revitalization vs. gentrification, modern upgrades vs. historic preservation, big...