They say that moving into a new home can be one of the most stressful things that a person can deal with. Maybe that’s because there are a lot of things to consider: the commute to work, the kids’ new schools, learning how to get around the general area and more…there’s a lot. In fact, …
Advice for Landing a Nice Room with Airbnb
You can get a stylish room for a decent price on Airbnb if you know how to properly use the platform. It never ceases to amaze me just how dramatically technology can change the way we live our lives. When the personal computer was introduced, it took a couple of years for use to become …
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Mexico: Land of Enchantment
Mexico: Land of Enchantment I have always enjoyed traveling, and I’ve been fortunate enough to visit some of the most beautiful places in the world. One such place would undoubtedly be Mexico. As you may have read in my previous post about traveling, there are some benefits to doing the touristy things when you travel; …
Michael Gortenburg’s Top Three Cars of 2018 – 2019
2019 is just barely over the halfway mark, but the results are in. By now, almost every car manufacturer has given us their latest creations – the good, the bad and the embarrassing. As an unabashed car enthusiast and having basically grown up inside of Kansas City repair shops, I know a little about cars. …
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Kansas City Knows BBQ!!
Kansas City, Missouri BBQ There are many areas of the country where you can find great barbecue, but there’s something special about Kansas City. One of the reasons Kansas City stands out is the high concentration of amazing barbecue restaurants we have in a relatively small area. Today, there are over 100 area barbecue establishments, …
Life is Better in Kansas City
I’ve lived in Kansas City, Missouri for my entire life. While I’ve spent extensive amounts of time traveling abroad, I always find myself happy to come back to this beautiful city with its rich culture and history. Here are few reasons why I think Kansas City is such a special place: City of Fountains Kansas …
Travel: Notes on Italia
Over the past two years, I have been fortunate enough to travel to many different extraordinary destinations. From the lesser known coastal towns of the Balkans to the ancient cities of the Middle East – I’ve seen a lot outside of Kansas City. One of the most distinct places that immediately comes to mind has …
Welcome!
by Michael Gortenburg, Founding Principal of Eighteen Capital Group (18CG) Welcome to the blog! My name is Michael Gortenburg and I'd like to welcome you to my new blog. This is the first post in what will be a collection of insights from a lifetime spent as an entrepreneur, businessman, investor and real estate enthusiast. …