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Rebekah Bloom Kansas City Real Estate Advisor Kansas City Real Estate Advisor | Residential, Luxury, Restaurant & Retail | Engel & Völkers

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Taste of Kansas City Food Tours began with the knowledge that Kansas City offers many progressive and under-the-radar 5 star culinary restaurants as well as the offerings of equally delicious and more established "mom & pop" shops. The neighborhoods we visit truly represent everything that is authentic and unique to Kansas City. The history, the culture, the cuisine and of course the architecture. We at Taste of Kansas City Food Tours are devoted to supporting and continuing the culinary progression and heritage of all locally owned venues in the Kansas City metro area. Your participation on our food tour helps to support each restaurant and shop we visit and ensures they remain a part of the neighborhood. We hope to open your mind and palette to the sights, sounds and flavors that the "Paris of the Plains" has to offer, and we look forward to seeing you on our tour!

10/09/2026

Some people see a house. I see the front porch, the neighborhood stories, and where we’re walking for dinner. 😂

Kansas City has my heart—and apparently my entire personality.

What’s your “unfortunately, I do love” KC habit?


10/08/2026

5 Kansas City Experiences That Feel Like a Vacation:

1. 🍽️ Taste of Kansas City Food Tours —

Explore the Crossroads through local restaurants, delicious tastings, hidden gems and neighborhood stories.

2. 🛴 Kansas City Segway Tours —

Glide through KC while discovering its fountains, architecture, parks and iconic landmarks.

3. TOM’S TOWN DISTILLING CO. -

Step into Kansas City’s Prohibition era. Discover the legacy of Tom Pendergast, Art Deco glamour and handcrafted spirits.

4. 🚎 Kansas City Fun Trolley Tours —

See Kansas City through a visitor’s eyes with a narrated sightseeing adventure featuring historic neighborhoods and famous landmarks.

5. 🎃 East Crossroads Fall Crawl —

October 24. Celebrate fall with neighborhood bars, restaurants, seasonal cocktails and local entertainment.


10/07/2026

What’s it like to live in the Crossroads?

First Fridays become your tradition.

Live music becomes your night out.

Galleries spark your curiosity.

Familiar faces become your community.

Date nights deserve a little dressing up.

Your favorite dive never does.

An afternoon walk turns into exploring.

History gives your home character.

And rooftop cocktails come with this view.

Imagine calling it home.

Let’s find your place in the Crossroads.
Rebekah Bloom | Engel & Völkers Kansas City

10/07/2026

Your Amsterdam address: €750,000 in the historic Canal Belt.

Welcome home to your own exquisite corner of Amsterdam. ✨

Imagine opening your windows to tranquil canal views, strolling to the Nine Streets for boutique shopping, and lingering over dinner before walking home. Here on Leidsegracht, you’re in the heart of Amsterdam’s historic Canal Belt—with a peaceful retreat waiting behind your front door.

This stunningly remodeled apartment pairs rich exposed beams and timeless architectural character with luminous interiors, sleek contemporary finishes, and beautifully crafted cabinetry. Sophisticated, inviting, and wonderfully intimate—with a private rooftop terrace for slow mornings and evenings under the Amsterdam sky.

Dreaming of a European home base—or exploring how ownership abroad might fit your long-term investment goals? Start with a property that speaks to the life you want to live.

Message me “AMSTERDAM” for the full listing details.

Rebekah Bloom | Real Estate Advisor
Engel & Völkers Kansas City
Local knowledge. International connections.

Listed by Anna-Sophie Wellink | Engel & Völkers Amsterdam Zuid

10/05/2026

A favorite café. A walk along the water. Your own front door in a city you’ve fallen in love with.

That’s what makes owning a home abroad so compelling: the opportunity to become part of a place you once only visited.

This Amsterdam apartment brings contemporary comfort into a historic canal setting—exposed timber beams, beautiful interiors, and a private rooftop terrace.

And that bathroom? A freestanding bathtub AND a separate walk-in shower. A little everyday luxury worth slowing down for. 🛁

Considering a move abroad or exploring international ownership? The first step is understanding what’s possible for your lifestyle and intended use.

📩 DM me “AMSTERDAM” for this home’s details and a personal introduction. You don’t have to live in KC to reach out.

Rebekah Bloom | Real Estate Advisor
Engel & Völkers Kansas City

Featured with permission.
Listing advisor: Anna-Sophie Wellink | Engel & Völkers Amsterdam Zuid
Photography courtesy of the listing team.

-à-terre

10/02/2026

Kansas City, your weekend plans have entered the chat. 🍂

Historic homes, c***r doughnuts, local art, Bavarian b**r and a little Broadway magic—October is making quite an entrance.

📍 THINGS TO DO IN KANSAS CITY | OCTOBER 2–4

🎨 CROSSROADS FIRST FRIDAYS
Friday, Oct. 2
Gallery hop, explore local art and make a night of it with dinner in the Crossroads.

🍻 KC OKTOBERFEST
Friday–Saturday | Crown Center
German-style b**r, Bavarian food, live music and festive games.
Friday: 5–11 p.m. | Saturday: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

🏡 HYDE PARK HOMES TOUR
Saturday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Step inside six distinctive homes and a historic church. For anyone who loves old houses and the stories behind them, this belongs on your list.

🍎 WESTON APPLEFEST
Saturday–Sunday | Historic downtown Weston
Apple treats, local shopping, live music and small-town fall charm. Saturday’s parade begins at 10 a.m.

🇯🇵 KANSAS CITY JAPAN FESTIVAL
Saturday | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | JCCC
Japanese food, performances, shopping, hands-on activities and this year’s spotlight: Sumo!

🌟 LIBERTY’S BEACON
Friday–Sunday, Oct. 2–4 | Liberty Memorial

See one of Kansas City’s most iconic landmarks become a canvas of light, music and motion. Bring a blanket or picnic and watch from the North Lawn—this weekend features artists Leslie Epsztein and Camille Gross.

Shows begin at 7:30 p.m., repeating every 15 minutes through the final showing at 10:30 p.m. Each experience lasts approximately 8–10 minutes

✨ GLOWILD: HIDDEN TREASURE
Friday–Sunday | 6–10 p.m. | Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Finish the evening with a walk through glowing lanterns and larger-than-life light sculptures.

This is what I love about living here: every neighborhood—and every weekend—gives you something new to discover.

Save this for your weekend plans and send it to the friend who always says, “What should we do?” Which stop are you choosing? 👇

Check organizer pages for tickets, availability and schedule updates before heading out.

Rebekah Bloom | Kansas City Real Estate Advisor

10/01/2026

You’ve probably driven past one of Kansas City’s most fascinating neighborhoods without realizing what was hiding here.

Welcome to Westheight Manor — a KCK neighborhood designed more than a century ago with winding streets, mature trees and green spaces by renowned landscape architects Hare & Hare.

Its homes became a showcase of Kansas City architecture — Craftsman, Tudor, Prairie, Mid-Century Modern and more — and today the neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

And tucked into that history is this beauty. 🏡

1843 Wood Ave | Kansas City, KS
1930 bungalow · 4 beds · 2 baths · 1,620 sq. ft.
Offered at $229,000

Because in Kansas City, you’re never just buying a house. You’re buying into a story.

Listed by Lindsay Robichaux | ReeceNichols – Country Club Plaza
Shared by Rebekah Bloom | Engel & Völkers Kansas City

09/30/2026

Kansas City has my heart. ❤️

The skyline gets me every time. But it’s the stories beneath it that make me love this place.

The people who arrived with a suitcase, a family recipe, and the hope of building something. The musicians who gave this city its sound. The shopkeepers, artists, and families whose lives became part of the neighborhoods we know today.

Every neighborhood tells its own story. You can find it in an old brick storefront, a church bell, a front porch, or a restaurant where a recipe has outlived generations.

And Kansas City? We’ve worn a few names along the way.

Tom’s Town. Paris of the Plains. The City of Fountains.

We’re even our own tale of two cities: Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri. Two states, distinct histories, and so much shared pride.

Our past has jazz in it. Political bosses. Late nights and larger-than-life characters. Chapters worth celebrating and others worth understanding. “Colorful” might be an understatement.

After years of introducing people to Kansas City through its food and neighborhoods, I still find stories that make me stop and say, “How did I not know that?”

That’s what I love about calling this place home. There’s always another street to explore, another person to meet, another story to tell.

Kansas City has my heart—and there’s no other place I’d rather call home.

Which Kansas City neighborhood has yours?

09/29/2026

WHY KANSAS CITY?

1️⃣ Rental income: In Kansas City, Missouri, about 45% of occupied homes are renter-occupied. That’s a real rental market—but cash flow only exists when rent exceeds all costs, including repairs, vacancies, and financing.

2️⃣ Equity: Each mortgage payment applied to principal reduces what you owe. If rent helps cover that payment, the property may build equity while you own it.

3️⃣ Potential appreciation: The Kansas City metro house-price index was about 3.2% higher in Q2 2026 than in Q2 2025. That describes the market over the past year; it doesn’t predict what any one property will do.

4️⃣ Tax treatment: The IRS generally depreciates residential rental buildings over 27.5 years under its general system. Which deductions apply—and what happens when you sell—depend on your situation.

5️⃣ Financing: At a hypothetical 25% down, a $250,000 property would require $62,500 toward the purchase price upfront, plus closing costs and reserves. Borrowing increases your buying power and your risk.

First rental or fifteenth property, the question is: Do the numbers work for your strategy? If Kansas City isn’t on your radar yet, let’s take a closer look. Message me about the type of investment you’re considering.

Rebekah Bloom | Real Estate Advisor
Engel & Völkers Kansas City

09/28/2026

POV: You’ve lived in Kansas City long enough to understand every one of these.

What should I add to the list?

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