Meet Daniel Hester!
We’re welcoming a new agent to the team, Daniel Hester! We’re so happy he’s here! Let’s get to know him a bit more!
1. What made you want to get into real estate? And What is your role on the ABG Team?
Real Estate allows me to help people, which is something I enjoy. Buying a house is typically stressful because it involves money, emotion, and deadlines. After buying a house with Aaron Olla (who is on the Andy Blake team), I realized that having someone who has the buyer/sellers best interest is extremely valuable. I talked more with Aaron and he recommended I consider becoming a real estate agent. I got my license and am now an agent with the Andy Blake Group.
Before I joined the team I was a full time student and worked full time in the construction industry for some years.
2. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
My favorite things to do include hiking, hunting, traveling, spending time with people, and eating good food.
3. Do you have a family? Wife? Kids?
I have a lovely wife named Hampton. No kids yet.
4. Why do you love Kansas City? And what are your favorite KC spots?
I love how alive the city is. I feel like every time I talk to someone, they are telling me about something new. I love that there is history and classic spots, but people really embrace creating something new as well.
Fun Fact:
Right now, I would say the Russel, The French Market, Jovito’s italian Cafe and Deli, and the Peanut. But that list changes all the time.
If you’d like to get in touch with Daniel, you can find him here:
(334)-332-1705
HOLIDAYS IN KC 2022
The Holiday Season is upon us! Looking to get into a festive mood? Here are a few of our favorite Christmas Light Displays around the Kansas City Area!
–PLAZA LIGHTS | COUNTRY CLUB PLAZA | FREE
–MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS TREE | CROWN CENTER | FREE
-NORTHERN LIGHTS | ZONA ROSA | FREE
-VILLAGE WEST | LEGENDS OUTLET OF KC | FREE
-18TH & VINE | THE SOUL OF SANTA | CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.
-HISTORIC UNION STATION | FREE
–WINTER MAGIC | SWOPE PARK | $$ ($25 PER CAR)
-KC WINTER WONDERLAND | KC PUMPKIN PATCH IN OLATHE
-CHRISTMAS ON THE RIVER | PARKVILLE
-MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS TREE | THOMPSON PARK | DOWNTOWN OVERLAND PARK
–FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS | POWELL GARDENS | $ ($5-12)
–CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK | LONG VIEW LAKE PARK LEE SUMMIT | FREE
–SAR-KO-AGLOW | SAR-KO-PARK TRAILS IN LENEXA | FREE
–HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON FARMSTEAD LANE | DEANNA ROSE FARMSTEAD | FREE
–HOLIDAY LUMINARY WALK | OVERLAND PARK ARBORETUM | $$ ($15)
Happy Holiday’s and remember to eat, drink & be merry this holiday season! We hope it’s filled with the best memories.
4th of July in KC!
4th Of July In KC!
There are plenty of activities going on in the KC Metro this 4th of July weekend. Check out a few we’ve rounded up for you:
First, grab fireworks at 4001 Mission Rd, KC, KS 66103 between June 29-July 4 (9am-10pm daily) & help support the mission so dear and dear to us– Freedom Hoops in the Kansas City community. Check out there INSTAGRAM here.
– Stars & Stripes Picnic – July 2nd – 6 pm- 9 pm – World War I Museum
– Red, White & BOOMbox – July 2nd – DJs, bar crawls and all-inclusive options to the KC Live
– 2022 Red, White & Blue Olathe Fireworks – July 4 – College Boulevard Activity Center (CBAC) 9:45pm
– 4th of July Celebration in Parkville, MO – Featuring a pancake breakfast, a skydiving exhibition, parade and more festivities before the evening’s fireworks show.
– VillageFest 2022 – July 4th 7:30 am – 6 pm – Prairie Village Shops- Pancake breakfast & many activities (bounce houses, face painting, carnival rides, petting zoo, pony rides & more!)
– Overland Park Star Spangled Spectacular – July 4th 9-11 pm – Corporate Woods – Enjoy an evening of concerts, food and fireworks at Corporate Woods Founders’ Park on July 4, 2022.
– Independence Day Festival in Gardner – July 4th 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Celebration Park Sports Complex
Have another KC celebration that you normally attend? Let us know by emailing [email protected].
Meet Jonna Janzen!
We’re welcoming a new agent to the team, Jonna Janzen! We’re so happy she’s here! Let’s get to know her a bit more!
1. What made you want to get into real estate? And What is your role on the ABG Team?
I’ve wanted to be in real estate since I was in high school. Shamefully, it was HGTV. But… Since being in the business, I’ve learned it’s so much more than showing a person 3 houses and having them choose. I love the whole process of connecting with my clients and helping them in their Real Estate endeavors and dreams.
I’m a buying and selling agent for The Andy Blake Group.
2. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my three kiddos, Sam (8), Emelyn (6), and Juliana (almost 4). When I get free time from them, I enjoy going to the gym – not necessarily to be super competitive, but to have a chance to let off steam in a healthy way laughing with friends!
3. Why do you love Kansas City? And what are your favorite KC spots?
I’m still discovering what my favorite places and spaces are. I honestly enjoy driving around Leawood, Prairie Village, and older neighborhoods looking at the homes! I’m a Real Estate nerd!
Fun Fact: I was on the Wichita State Rowing Team. I also rowed two marathons!
If you’d like to get in touch with Jonna, you can find her here:
(913)-515-9656
