Now that you have moved in, how do you meet your neighbors - Steps to meet the neighbors in your Kansas City Neighborhood

Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones when you moved into your Kansas City neighborhood. Once your neighbors saw the moving truck they arrived at your door steps with ribs, casserole and apple pie. If that wasn't the case, how do you meet your neighbors?


As a 22+ veteran in real estate in Kansas City and having seen many family move, I have some ideas to help you get to know your neighbors. Here are my steps to get to know your neighbors:

• Create opportunities for conversation and be the first to say hi. Start by walking the dog, play in the yard with the kids. it’s likely someone else will be out and about. Say “hi” and explain that you’re new to the neighborhood. You’ll be surprised at the doors this will open.
• Invite your neighbors for a “Party” party at your house after you get settled in. Serve refreshments, and desserts. I have even seen BBQ parties and "Wine and Cheese" parties. Send out invitations to the neighbors as soon as you move in. Add all of the names of your family members and your phone number. You would be surprised how many neighbors keep the invite.
• Join a local organization. It doesn’t matter if it’s a church, rotary or your favorite nonprofit. Just remember not to compare the new with the old. Many of your neighbors probably participate in school functions and organizations, so I would start there if you have school age children. 
• Plan to do something new in your Kansas City community each week. A few ideas are to try a local restaurant, go to a school sporting event or sign up for a class at the community center or parks and recreation department.

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Blog post written by the Dowell Taggart Team of RE/MAX Premier Realty 

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