Lead Paint Rules for Kansas City Rentals (Pre 1978)

Are you a Kansas City landlord with properties built before 1978?

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/12/lead-paint-disclosure-missouri-rentals-built-before-1978/

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Your Rental Decision Framework

Only sell if your replacement investment pays more than what you are earning on your kept equity right now.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/09/should-i-sell-my-rental-property-kansas-city-framework/

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Smart Alternatives to Selling

Consider a 1031 exchange, refinance, or changing your property manager instead of selling your rental.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/09/should-i-sell-my-rental-property-kansas-city-framework/

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Pre October Checklist

Complete these five essential steps before October to proactively protect your Kansas City rental properties from winter freezes.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/07/vacant-rental-utilities-kansas-city-keep-heat-on/

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Pricing Future Capital Expenses

Selling does not eliminate the cost of deferred maintenance, it just changes who prices the repair.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/09/should-i-sell-my-rental-property-kansas-city-framework/

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1245 S Liberty St

1245 S Liberty St, Independence, MO 64055. 4 bed, 2 bath, 1,700 sq ft, $1,670 a month.

https://homes.rently.com/homes-for-rent/properties/7034971?companyID=11747

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The True Cost to Sell

Selling your $220,000 house could cost you over $43,000 in agent fees, taxes, and depreciation recapture.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/09/should-i-sell-my-rental-property-kansas-city-framework/

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Your True Rental Return

Learn how to calculate your real return on kept equity, the actual hurdle any new investment must beat.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/09/should-i-sell-my-rental-property-kansas-city-framework/

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What You Inherit at Closing

When you buy an occupied rental, you inherit the lease, the security deposit, and all existing notices.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/09/21/buying-tenant-occupied-rental-kansas-city/

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Winter Vacancy Risk

Uncover the true danger zone for your rental property: vacant homes are far more likely to experience frozen pipes than occupied ones.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/07/vacant-rental-utilities-kansas-city-keep-heat-on/

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Spacious Home Near NKC Hospital

2505 NE 38th St, Kansas City, MO 64116. 4 bed, 1 bath, 2,350 sq ft, $1,995 a month.

https://homes.rently.com/homes-for-rent/properties/7040345?companyID=11747

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HUGE Home Near Independence Square

608 S Crysler Ave, Independence, MO 64052. 6 bed, 3 bath, 4,018 sq ft, $2,950 a month.

https://homes.rently.com/homes-for-rent/properties/7034966?companyID=11747

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Missouri Landlord Leverage

In Missouri, a landlord is under no duty to mitigate damages by seeking to relet the property when a tenant abandons it.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/05/tenant-breaking-lease-missouri-kansas-landlord-guide/

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KC's State Line Divide

Kansas City straddles two states with completely different legal philosophies for landlords and tenants.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/05/tenant-breaking-lease-missouri-kansas-landlord-guide/

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Tenant Breaking Lease in Kansas City: Landlord's Guide

What happens when a tenant breaks their lease early in Kansas City?

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/05/tenant-breaking-lease-missouri-kansas-landlord-guide/

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Section 8 Rental Rates

For 2026, the three bedroom fair market rent in Kansas City is $1,769, but it is capped by rent reasonableness.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/03/section-8-landlord-kansas-city-2026-guide/

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Kansas City Section 8 Rules

Kansas City Section 8 rules are complicated because they vary by jurisdiction, and Missouri state law lets owners decline vouchers.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/03/section-8-landlord-kansas-city-2026-guide/

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This Independence home is a full rehab

A completely rehabbed home in Independence with a flexible basement. Take the quick tour before it is gone.

https://alpinekansascity.com

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Section 8 in Kansas City: Landlord Guide for 2026

Should you accept a Section 8 voucher for your Kansas City rental property?

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/10/03/section-8-landlord-kansas-city-2026-guide/

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Fix the Value First

Focus your energy on arguing the appraised market value with the appraiser, not the mill levy.

https://www.alpinekansascity.com/2026/09/28/johnson-county-property-tax-rental-guide/

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