One of the biggest reasons for high home prices is shifting, but that's not the only factor shaping the market.

Kansas and Missouri's most selective colleges and universities weren't as choosy as an Ivy League school with just one university in the two states ranked among the top 100 selective schools in the nation last year.

The country’s current median home price is $382,000, while the average median home price on Realtor.com’s best markets for first-time homebuyers list is 42% lower at $223,720.

The apartment market made a notable shift nationally in November 2023, but some regions missed out. Here's how apartment rents are trending in Kansas City.

The post-pandemic salary surge and the turnover tsunami led to drastic increases in pay for a number of roles, and some occupations now have eclipsed the $100,000 pay threshold — including these 16 jobs in the Kansas City area.

The salary picture is expected to shift in the new year. Here's a look at the local 2024 pay raise outlook.