Kimberly's Blog

In the ever changing market, now (more than ever) it is necessary to be the true expert in our respective markets. Buyers want a deal, so we need to define what a "deal" is to determine the true Value they want to find in a home vs. the media reports that the real estate world is on proverbial li...

My mantra in 2009:  "In today's market, you are either ahead of the market or chasing it." I feel like a broken records. I say this to my buyers when they ask "How did that home sell in 3 days?" or "Why is this still on the market after 300+ days?". It's simple, "Exceed the market or chase it". I...

The Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Collinsville, IL is just 15 minutes east of downtown St. Louis. This is the site of the largest prehistoric Indian city north of Mexico. There is no admission fee but a suggested donation of $4 for adults and $2 for children ($10 max. per family). Events ...

As you look at places to visit without an admission fee and things to do with your family, here's little mix of culture and cocktails Laumeier is free and open to the public year round, there are no admission charges to the Park or Museum Galleries with the exception of special events. You will e...

We are so fortunate to have several wonderful (even historic) Farmers Markets throughout the metropolitan area. What a terrific way to purchase produce on a budget and support your local farmers. Soulard Farmer's Market (St. Louis City): After 230 years, this Farmer's Market is like few you've ev...

  Near Valley Park, Missouri, you will find the World Bird Sactuary. A tremendous facility to learn about these amazing creatures and get up close with eagles, hawks, owls and other birds exhibited in a natural setting. The park also features picnic areas, hiking trails and bird watching. Free Ad...

In today's market and economy, we are all doing what we can to cut back, be thrifty, cut coupons, whatever you want to call it. The reality is there are many things to do on a shoe string budget in St. Louis. This is Part I in my blog series about things to do in St. Louis on "the cheap". Explore...

It's not a blog about dogs, but knowing you love animals, just had to post to the group Breaking News out of St Louis! Our Zoo's Elephant has Herpies. Promiscuous elephant or unlucky lady? It turns out young Jade, 23 months old, has had no contact with the much older male elephant, Raja. Lab resu...

At this point, is there anyone that DOESN'T know the importance of professional photography when selling real estate in 2009? Apparantly, at least in our market, there are many people! As a result, we have begun creating professional videos to explain to our clients what they need to look for to ...