Question: Who am I, and how can I help you with buying, selling, or investing in Kansas City real estate?
Short Answer: With 11 years of full-time experience in the Kansas City metro area, I help buyers, sellers and relocating families confidently navigate the Kansas City real estate market through personalized service, expert local knowledge and friendly guidance.

 
 

Why you’ll want a local REALTOR® who truly knows Kansas City


When you’re looking for homes in Kansas City, working with a local professional matters. I’m Kelley Snyder—with Premium Realty Group, LLC—and I’ve spent over a decade helping people in neighborhoods like Blue Springs, Independence, Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit, Oak Grove, Odessa and beyond find their place in the Kansas City metro.Because I live and work here, I know the market trends, the hidden gems, and what it takes to make your move as seamless as possible.

 

 

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Buying your first home in Kansas City can feel overwhelming. The process involves many steps, decisions, and financial considerations. Yet, with the right guidance, you can turn this challenge into an exciting journey toward owning your dream home. This post shares practical tips to help first-time homebuyers navigate the Kansas City market confidently and make smart choices.
 


Understand the Kansas City Housing Market


Kansas City offers a diverse housing market with options ranging from historic homes in neighborhoods like Westport to new developments in the suburbs. Before you start house hunting, get familiar with local market trends:




Home Prices: Median home prices in Kansas City are generally affordable compared to national averages, but prices vary by neighborhood. For example, homes in the Country Club Plaza area tend to be pricier than those in North Kansas City.


Market Activity: The market can be competitive, especially in popular areas. Homes may; ...

There’s a current narrative that owning a home today is less affordable than it's been in the past. The reason some are making this claim is because house prices have substantially increased over the last several years.
It’s not just the price of a home that matters.
Homes, in most cases, are purchased with a mortgage. The current mortgage rate is a major component of the affordability equation. Mortgage rates have fallen by over a full percentage point since December 2018. Another major piece of the affordability equation is a buyer’s income. The median family income has risen by approximately 3% over the last year.
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) releases a monthly Housing Affordability Index. The latest index shows that home affordability is better today than at almost any point over the last 30 years! The index determines how affordable homes are based on the following:
“A Home Affordability Index value of 100! ...

Movies, TV shows, and celebrities often have us dreaming of owning large homes, but the reality for most people is quite different.
Since 2015, the square footage of newly built houses has been shrinking, according to Yahoo Finances.  This isn't projected to change as we continue into the beginning of the year.

“We expect this downsizing trend to continue in 2020, driven by a confluence of economic and demographic trends.”

Why are smaller homes trending now?
As noted in the article, there are a few main reasons for this demand:
“Many of today’s younger, millennial home buyers have expressed a preference for denser, more urban homes that are more walkable to shared amenities.”
“Today’s older homeowners are expressing a desire for smaller, less maintenance-heavy and more accessible homes as they age and move into newer homes.”
With these two demographic groups surging through the market, the demand for this type of ! ...

Our annual Santa Bus event is on the calendar again, set for Friday, December 6, 2019! Last year's event brought in over THREE TIMES the attendees from the previous year. By far the largest (and coldest) Santa Bus event to date. And the best part is we raised $2,500 for families connected with the ‘Parenting Children with Special Needs’ charitable organization!
Parenting Children with Special Needs, Inc. (PCWSN Charity) is a Missouri 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of families who have a child with challenges associated with a medical diagnosis.  The holiday season can be especially difficult for these families, so our Santa Bus event was created to raise money in an effort to help lighten their burden.
We invite you and your family to come enjoy this FREE event and help us raise money for these precious families! We'll have plenty of great raffle items and a donation bucket. If you can't attend but want to make a differ! ...