Short Term Rentals and the Changing Rules
Find out what is happening with short term rental licensing in the Kansas City Metro. Book mark this page and check back for updates.
ROAD to Housing Act 2026: What Real Estate Investors With 350+ Single-Family Homes Must Know Now
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act passed the Senate 89–10 and the House 396–13. It’s passed and now law of the land. Do you know what’s in it?
Carrot vs REI BlackBook: Best Real Estate Investor Website in 2026
Carrot vs REI BlackBook: which is better for real estate investors? Learn the key differences between SEO websites and CRM systems to choose the right tool.
Need Comparables without MLS – Try Propstream
Whether you’re in the field or at your laptop, PropStream gives you the tools to comp like a pro — no MLS login required.
Renters Insurance for Landlords: Why to Require It & How to Keep It Active
Should you be listed as “additional insured” or “additional interest” on your tenant’s renters policy? Even the pros disagree. Here’s how to decide — and how to keep coverage from lapsing.
You Want to Flip Houses? Do You Have What it Takes?
I want to address some of the areas you will want to start with before ever lifting a hammer or paintbrush. Some of the things that, if done correctly ahead of time, will make your project run infinitely smoother, save you time and money, and allow you to keep any hair you currently have.
1031Exchange Guide for Kansas City Real Estate Investors
Selling a rental property in Kansas City? The IRS is waiting. Here’s how a properly structured 1031 exchange lets you defer 100% of your capital gains taxes — and what you need to know before you close.
From RLRE: Growing Wealth with George Antone
George Antone of Fynanc joined Real Life Real Estate Investing to talk about why disciplined investors still struggle to reach financial freedom — and what to do differently. He breaks down capital velocity, trapped capital, and the sequencing mistakes that quietly cost investors years. Listen to the full episode and catch George live at the MAREI Master Class on June 13th.
Building Relationships for Life
Do you attend your local REIA meeting — in person or online? And when you get there, are you actually building relationships and doing business? Or are you just showing up to watch the speaker? There’s a big difference between attending an event and getting the most out of it. The investors who grow their […]
Kansas City Short-Term Rentals: What the New KCRAR Study Really Means for Investors
A major new study by KCRAR and RRC Associates finds that Kansas City short-term rentals support approximately 4,000 jobs, generate $624 million in economic output, and make up just 0.4% of the region’s housing stock — with no statistically significant link to rising home values or rents. Here’s what the data means for KC real estate investors.