Winter Question in Kansas City - "How is the real estate market?" - The Bubb Cribb Team @ ReeceNichols Answers It!

After thinking a bit over the holidays about our team, team / personal goals & making a few new years resolutions I came up with an everyday what do I do statement.  I truly hope that I win the POWERBALL this week and my 1.5 Billion dollars will allow me to retire from Real Estate, but I think the odds are a bit slim.

I am proud to be a member of The Bubb Cribb Team with my wife Megan Bubb Cribb & brother in law (brolo) Eric Bubb.  I have been working on getting my Dad, Garry Cribb, to join us, but he is pretty loyal to the horse that brought him to the dance, I think he will see the light!

"How is the real estate market?" is what people ask me on a daily basis, the easy answer - The market is GREAT ( a bit low on inventory for some parts of town, but that is raising sales prices), interest rates are LOW and KC is a place people want to be!  If you are thinking of buying or selling I would encourage it, who knows what the election will bring later this year!

For our team I must now toot our horn a bit (you do want someone selling your house that has a little swagger) :) and I am proud to boast that for the second year in a row we as a team have more than doubled our sales from 2014 to 2015!  We have also been recognized as one of the fastest growing teams in the KC area, KC Magazine has awarded Megan her 8th straight Best in KC Real Estate Award, for the second year in a row our team was awarded in the Top 1% Nationally of Premier Selling Agents from Trulia.com and the best part about it, we are all having fun while doing it!

Thanks Meg and Eric for making this our best year yet!

And therefore back to my resolutions & what I pledge to do in 2016 for my clients & team...

I make #KC Home Purchases / Sales An Enjoyable, 
Smooth & Profitable Process!  

The market is going to get worse at some point, I urge you to consider reward yourself in 2016 with a #HomeUpgrade, my family grabbed one in 2015 and while I still hate moving, having the new home to make your family's own is an awesome feeling.  Getting back on track, let me introduce you to our team, who we are, and what we do to ensure our clients get that smooth transaction, profitable outcome and home of their dreams!

The Bubb Cribb Team - Who Are We?


The Bubb Cribb Team Is Proud to Be a Top Producing Team With The #1 Firm For Residential Real Estate In Kansas City - ReeceNichols located at the 76th and State Line Office (Southgate) we work all parts of Kansas City with our top sales coming from Kansas City, MO and Johnson County, KS.

Kansas City Experts – Single Family, Luxury Homes, Condos, Investments, Rentals

• Over 75+ Homes Sold In Kansas City During 2015!
• Homes Sold In All Parts of KC & Suburbs
• Downtown/ Midtown/ Plaza Condo Specialist Group + One Park Place KC
• HUD / Foreclosure Certified Investment Agents
• Relocation, Lease Purchase & Referral Partner Programs

Eric Bubb, Megan Bubb Cribb & Chris Cribb, as the collective Bubb Cribb Team, are excited to assist you and make your real estate dreams a reality! The Bubb Cribb Team is a family team comprised of Kansas City natives that have lived and worked in this remarkable city for decades, are committed to raising our families in Kansas City while giving back to our community.

Everyone knows 10 realtors - why use The Bubb Cribb Team?  We have a plan!

Marketing / Promotions

• FOR SELLERS -  We Provide:  Targeted Online / Direct Mail / Social Media Campaigns With Professional Photographs / Video, Premium Marketing Materials, Reverse Prospecting, Open Houses, Agent Tours, Home Staging & Great Client Support For Every Listing!

• FOR BUYERS - We are home matchmakers for the right home with all of our buyers, we start online with you & continue to walk you, as a partner, through the process & tough shark negotiators to get you a great price!

You have likely heard the phrase, "Two heads are better than one," The Bubb Cribb Team realized this is just as true in real estate as it is making family decisions... why choose one REALTOR when you can have three to help you?  :) We guarantee that you will never be passed along to a junior agent & we sell every home with a focused marketing plan including a top presence online, professional photos / video, direct mail integration, social media campaigns, home staging assistance & much more!

Accolades / Awards

• Best in KC Real Estate – KC Magazine – 8 Straight Years (2007 – 2015)
• Top 1% Of All Agents – Trulia.com – 2014/2015
• Zillow 5 Star Premier Agents – Certified Educators / Zillow Local Experts Brookside (Kansas City), Prairie Village, Leawood, Johnson County, KS - Trulia PRO Agents

With experience and home sales knowledge from KC North across both state lines to the lakes of Lee's Summit and all of KC's ever expanding borders we are here to assist you. Don't forget our favorite pocket communities like Brookside, Crestwood, Parkville, Prairie Village, Fairway, Sunset Hills, Mission Hills, Leawood & Overland Park - simply put, we cover all of KC & do it well.  Our office and home neighborhoods are located in the State Line Corridor, (Kansas City, MO & Johnson County) allowing us to be top producing specialists that get you access to hot properties in the area first and/or make sure your home is marketed right to sell quickly for top dollar!

Dedicated REALTORS Licensed In Both MO & KS

• Buyers Agents & Sellers Agents – From 1st Time to 50th Sale
• Top Real Estate Additional Team Certifications - CRS – Certified Residential Specialist, ReeceNichols Client Care Team, eProfessional - ePro, 
• Fannie Mae (HomePath)  / Freddie Mac (HomeSteps), HUD Homestore & VA - Veteran Property  Registered Foreclosure Agents / Selling Brokers
• Leader’s Choice / Real Estate Pro & Top / Peak Producer - Brian Buffini Graduates

Proud Members of ReeceNichols Real Estate

No question about it, in KC you want the #1 selling firm, with the highest used local home web search site & 50+ years of experience as the sign in your yard.  One Company, One Resource, One Solution. ReeceNichols lists and sells more homes Kansas City than any other local or national company. Kansas City area residents know that ReeceNichols will create and deliver a remarkable home buying and selling experience - maybe that is why ReeceNichols sells more than the next 11 companies combined. ReeceNichols, A Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate - has sister companies across the US and partners internationally for any relocation needs.

CONTACT US - We Work  Days, Nights, 

Weekends  - Whenever Our Clients Need 

Call / Text / Email us at any time, we appreciate your business 
& are never too busy for your referrals / home buying and selling needs!

           Megan Bubb Cribb – 816.813.0132 – meganb@reecenichols.com
           Eric Bubb – 913.428.6052 – ericbubb@reecenichols.com
           Chris Cribb - 816.982.5990 - chriscribb@reecenichols.com

Five Great Kansas City Neighborhoods – Kansas City, Missouri (MO Side)

Union Hill

Urban living is at the core of Union Hill’s residential area. Older, single-family homes, many built around the turn of the century, mingle easily with newer lofts and condos.

If urban living, with close proximity to downtown, Westport and the Plaza, is appealing, Union Hill offers a desirable location. This enclave of decorative  “Painted Lady” Victorians and tidy rows of new condos entice residents to stay and become involved in the neighborhood renaissance.  Union Hill is proud to support a great Montessori day school, The Union Hill Day School, as well as a state of the art fitness club, The Union Hill Athletic Club, and some great food and drink establishments (see Martini Corner) with a personal favorite outdoor patio at The Velvet Dog.

Hyde Park

The historic neighborhood is located north/south from Linwood Boulevard (32nd Street) to 47th Street and west/east from Gillham Road to Troost Avenue.  Hyde Park was a watering hole for pioneers heading west on the Santa Fe Trail. A stream and a cave with a natural spring made the area an ideal overnight spot for travelers.  The neighborhood's history begins in the 1880s. 

Beautiful Woodwork A Hallmark

If you’re looking for distinction, century-old Hyde Park is one of Kansas City’s oldest, most unique neighborhoods. Today, the brass fixtures are shining, the leaded glass is sparkling, and the woodwork is glowing. Rejuvenated with a strong neighborhood association, stately homes featuring the grand craftsmanship of Victorian, Colonial Revival, Prairie and bungalows line the lush confines of this area.  The Hyde Park Neighborhood Association cares about its citizens with committees ranging from beautification, crime watch, social planning and history. Neighbors work together to make this neighborhood a truly great place to live. 

Sunset Hill

A gem among gems, this neighborhood is part of the “Counry Club District” built by the JC Nichols Companies between the early 1900s to 1950s.  The lush sanctuary just south of the Country Club Plaza is one of Kansas City’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Sunset Hill captures the fancy of its residents who are devoted to maintaining their well-tended properties.

Graced with unique homes located throughout the winding streets, the neighborhood prides itself on distinctive architecture. Nestled snugly against Loose Park, Sunset Hill is a hidden treasure.  A little know fact about Loose Park; it was originally the site of the first Kansas City Country Club.

Brookside

The Luck Of The Irish Strikes In Brookside

Host of an outstanding Art Fair in May of every year is the lovely area of Brookside.  The charm of older homes is proudly maintained along well-manicured streets; just one of the hallmarks of Brookside — one of Kansas City’s best-kept secrets. Brookside is a neighborhood celebrating diversity coupled with a solid reputation. Many proud residents who grew up here have either never left or returned to raise their families.  The vibe of a great Kansas City community is bringing famous Chefs like Celina Tio to open Julian & local friends to sip a cup of joe among neighbors at The Roasterie on an early morning.

Built in the late l920s by J.C. Nichols, this neighborhood appeals to many with distinctly different housing options, shopping, restaurants and multiple subdivisions, including Armour Hills, Astor Place, Morningside, Oak Meyer Gardens, Rockhill Gardens, Rockhill Ridge and Tower Homes. The neighborhood’s close proximity to the Country Club Plaza, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art further enhance the desirability of this friendly midtown Kansas City community.

Waldo

In 1841, Dr. David Waldo of Gasconade County, Missouri, was convinced by some friends to purchase land in Jackson County, Missouri. Dr. Waldo purchased 1,000 acres (4.0 km²) that ran from what is now 75th Street to 59th Street and Wornall Road to Troost.  In 1860 a rail line was established between Westport and Dodson, and a main stop was located in Waldo. When the rail line was converted to street cars in 1907, a brick station was built at the Waldo location, and it became known as the Grand Central Station of Waldo. 

When it comes to convenience, count the Waldo neighborhood at the top of the list. Perched just south of Brookside, this attractive area is filled with a local shopping and dining district, block after block of beautiful older two- and three-story homes, plus the Trolley exercise trail runs right through the center of this community. When you think of affordability with a strong real-estate resale value and a close-knit neighborhood, think Waldo. 

Run the trolley trail south and be sure to watch out for the annual Falldo Waldo Pub Crawl… in it’s 9^th year this fun loving event includes great stops at places such as:  The Well Bar Grill & Rooftop, 75th Street Brewery, and many more.

The Bubb Cribb Team at Reece & Nichols would love to be your neighborhood experts in buying or selling your home in these stalwart Kansas City locations, of Union Hill, Hyde Park, Brookside, Sunset Hills or Waldo; please contact Christopher Cribb, Megan Bubb Cribb or Eric Bubb for assistance!

Christopher Cribb - The Bubb Cribb Team 
Reece & Nichols - Southgate  Direct Line 913.239.2023