The Kansas City Real Estate Podcast
The Kansas City Real Estate Podcast is all about helping you learn everything you need to know about real estate in the Kansas City area. Hosted by KC expert and REALTOR®, Joe Stephenson, and his friend Bryan, this podcast will teach you how to buy and sell homes, invest in property, maintain a current home you own, and talk about living the life in Kansas.
Episodes

Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Welcome to the Kansas City Real Estate Podcast, where we bring you insider knowledge and expert advice on all things real estate. We have a special guest joining us - Katerina Brennan, a new homes sales expert from the Columbus Ohio area. In this episode, we'll be diving into the world of new home construction, exploring the current market trends in the Columbus area, and discussing what you need to know when building your dream home. So, sit back, relax, and let's get started!

Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
4,000 jobs are coming to Johnson County KS!
A new battery factory is being built and it will bring with it thousands of much needed jobs. This is great news for the community and a perfect opportunity for those looking for work. What does this mean for home buyers and sellers? We talk about it.
We also talk about some of the best smart home features to look for when buying a new property. From voice-activated assistants to energy monitoring, these features can save you time and money. We talk about EV home chargers, smart lighting, cameras, and much more.
Smart AI software for REALTORS® Jasper AI was reviewed on our website. As REALTORS® there are more and more real estate content writing tools out there that will help us do our jobs better. Make sure you are always up to date with them by listing, and subscribing to our newsletter, podcast, and visiting our website often.

Friday Jul 01, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
In this episode of the podcast, we answer the question 'what's a good gift for their real estate agent?' If you're looking to say thank you to your realtor, or just want to get them a little something special, listen in for some ideas! There are many gifts one can consider, so it's important to consider all the gift options available. You can always check out this gift website to see what works for you.
We talk about how great Eric O'Shea is as a clean corporate comedian. If you're a person who schedules entertainment for big events and want a clean comedian, you should take a look at Eric O'Shea. He has been performing comedy for many years.
Bryan talks about his experience as a professional real estate SEO, and how our data about JoCo home prices went mini-viral.
Get the insights you need to make the most informed real estate decisions from a professional with over 20 years of experience in the Kansas City metro area.

Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
We sat down with Trish Reedy and talked about the current mortgage climate and what you need to do to get a mortgage. Joe is even surprised by a few facts.
We got into the pre-qualification process and what factors are important when considering a mortgage.
Trish had some great tips for first-time home buyers. With mortgage interest rates moving, they talk about what that means for buyers in the market.
We get into the benefits of working with a local mortgage broker. Trish shares some of the challenges that she's seen people face when trying to get a mortgage and offers advice on how to avoid them.
All this and more on this episode of the Kansas City Real Estate podcast.
If you're thinking about buying a home or just want to know more about the mortgage process, this is the episode for you.
Need a mortgage in the KC Metro area? Check out her website

Saturday Jun 04, 2022
Saturday Jun 04, 2022
It can be tough to be a nosey person, always prying into other people's business. But sometimes, even they get embarrassed. Just ask the nosey person who was caught snooping at my purchases in the checkout line at Dillon's grocery store in Lawrence, Kansas. Bryan tells the true story.
We also break down the latest information from the housing market and what it means for potential home buyers and sellers.
If you're in the market for a new home or are thinking about selling your current home, be sure to tune in for all the latest information. You don't want to miss it.
We talk about The Hard Truth about Selling Your Home for Top Dollar in today's show. We talk about a blog post from the KS Realty Website that discusses this very thing. It is a great read and gives some very useful tips.
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Wednesday May 04, 2022
Wednesday May 04, 2022
Joe the REALTOR® is back with a hilarious Ted Koppel impression.
Watch as he imitates the legendary newsman pretending to do a buyer's consultation and delivers some funny real estate advice at the same time.
We also discuss current housing market trends and how they may impact your decision to buy or sell a home.
Did you know that Joe specializes in new home real estate? We talk about some of the advantages of buying a new home.

Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Looking for a REALTOR® to sell your home in Lawrence KS? Joe and Bryan get into the local Lawrence Kansas real estate market. They talk about how the market is currently reacting to many factors. They want to help people in the Lawrence Kansas area by being there to answer any questions they may have about the real estate market.
They then get into selling houses in Olathe Kansas.
Want to buy or sell a new home in Olathe KS? You've come to the right place! In this video, we talk about what you can expect when working with Joe The REALTOR®, and why it's important to have one on your side.
When you work with Joe the REALTOR® in Olathe, KS, you can expect excellent service. He will guide you through the process of buying or selling a home, providing expert advice every step of the way.
You can rely on your REALTOR® to provide honest, unbiased guidance so that you can make the best decisions for your family. With years of experience in the Olathe real estate market, Joe the REALTOR® will help you find the perfect home or sell your property for the best price. Working with a REALTOR® is the best way to ensure a smooth, successful transaction.
We also talk about our recommendations for Mexican Restaurants in Lawrence Kansas. We hope you enjoy it!
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Saturday Apr 02, 2022
Saturday Apr 02, 2022
We go take our discussion over the Leawood KS and talk about new homes. Joe is an expert at new home sales, so we get into that information.
Joe educates Bryan on what the home buying and selling market look like in the Leawood area.
New homeowning opportunities
Types of homes in that area
The best schools
Home values in Leawood and the rest of Johnson County
We then get into talking about buying and selling houses around the Lenexa KS area. What a potential home buyer can find.
Finally, we talk about our recommendations for burgers. Join us on this podcast as we talk about real estate in the Kansas City area.
Website - https://ksrealtyagent.com/

Summary of Ep. 1
Joe shares his perspective on what it takes to sell a house in Prairie Village, Kansas. He goes into detail about the process and timelines for selling one's home as well other topics related including communication with him or other agents involved during this time period
He also provides insight into popular housing choices by area residents which may interests you if considering moving there soon!
We go into what it's like in that part of the area and what kind of houses one can expect to find there. Joe also goes into what's popular as a home buyer in that area.
We then talk about what it takes to be one of the top real estate agents in Overland Park KS. There are many factors that go into becoming among the best that include:
- Listening
- Flexibility
- Market Knowledge
- Communication
Joe talks about how each of these factors play a role in his professional career.
We finally have some time to talk about what we think are the best laptops for real estate agents. We talk about touch screens, Macs, PCs, and break down what we look for in a good laptop to help us do our work.
It's the first episode of the Kansas City Real Estate Podcast! We hope you enjoy.