Get Real KC Erik & Jen

Bruce Cramer joins Jen and Erik to discuss not only how a financial advisor can help in your home ownership journey, but also how they assist in your overall wealth journey.  Take a few minutes out and discover why paying the bank of yourself is important, and perhaps how to get started on your wealth building journey!

Jen & Erik are joined by Dream Properties Real Estate agents Becky Mullies, Katie Sammon, 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 some discussion around contingencies, agency relationships, unrepresented buyers and so much more! 

Jen & Erik take on 4 popular myths around home ownership.  You need a 20% down payment to buy a home.  One can afford whatever the bank says you can afford.  Buying is better than renting (or the opposite).  It’s smart to wait for interest rates to come back down to under 3%.  Find out some truths and some things to consider that you may not have, if any of these statements resonate with you!

Have you ever thought about becoming a real estate agent?  It is a very fulfilling career, but maybe not as simple as it seems on HGTV.  Jen & Erik are joined by agent Becky Mullies, soon to be agent Aadyn Delgado and Jen's daughter Ashlyn...all of whom offer their unique perspectives on being, being around, or soon becoming a real estate agent.  Nothing is sugar coated in this 'tell it like it is' episode that provides some insight on the journey and reality of being a real estate agent.

Becky  joins Jen & Erik to 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 some discussions around foundations getting them inspected…as well as knowing when to find out if an inspection has already been done on the property you are looking at.

Need to spruce things up?  Just slap a coat of paint on it...right?  WRONG!!  While many people paint as a DIY project, there are some great reasons to consider a professional when it comes to your painting projects.  From obvious considerations like choosing the right quality and type of paint, to the massive amount of prep work that excellent professional companies perform to get you the best and longest lasting surfaces in your home...it is all covered! (pun intended) Tim Carlson of Five Star Painting joins Jen & Erik to discuss all things prep and paint.  A valuable set of information for those considering a painting project, either on their own or by hiring a pro!