James Toy is the new Vice President of Government Affairs for KCRAR. He talks with Alex about affordable housing, short term rentals and other timely issues affecting housing in our area, as well as what's new for the structure of advocacy at the Association.

Heather Bortnick is the President of the Koehler Bortnick Team at ReeceNichols, one of the top producing real estate teams in the Kansas City region. She talks with Alex about growing her business with her mother, balancing her work and personal life, adjusting to a changing market and more.

You take a listing, you pull a preliminary title report, and you find that there are income tax liens filed on that property... where do you go from there? Tax expert and KCRAR Industry Partner Jennifer Moutray shares the basics agents should know about tax liens.

KCRAR 2026 President David Nichols discusses his vision for the year, his advice for agents to find success in a changing market, and his hopes for the future of the industry.

Producer Amber shares clips from some of the year's guests as they tell their wildest stories from their careers.

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The median age of first-time buyers was at an all-time high in 2025. What does this, and other facts and trends about consumers, mean for agents? Alex walks us through some highlights from the National Association of REALTORS® 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers Report and what you can glean from it to support your business.

Highlights From the Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/highlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers

Brent Sledd is a top producing agent in the Kansas City market. He talks with Alex about his career journey, from working at Hallmark to managing investment properties and more. He also shares a warning to social media users to avoid falling victim to a scam that affected him earlier this year.

Jim Gamble is not only a REALTOR® of nearly 40 years, but he is also a past president of Heartland MLS, KCRAR, and Missouri REALTORS®, as well as past Vice President for NAR Region 9. He talks with Alex about how he built his business and the lessons he's learned throughout his career.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) will be implementing new anti-money laundering efforts beginning Dec. 1, 2025, and these preventative measures may affect your clients' real estate transactions. Elizabeth Daniel with Continental Title and Nichole Banks with Tallgrass Title explain what agents should know about this upcoming change.

Registration opening soon for Elizabeth and Nichole's upcoming KCRAR class.

Noticing a recent increase in your or your clients' home insurance rates? Insurance experts Jennifer & Andrew Williamson join Alex to discuss current trends in the insurance market, causes, and predictions for the future. Plus, they share their tips for how agents and homeowners alike can navigate common insurance matters.