Benefits of Selling Your Home Before Year’s End
If you were hoping to sell your home before fall, but you just haven’t found the right buyer, it’s not too late. Many home sellers feel...
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Nov 213 min read
10 Sanity-Saving Thanksgiving Tips, Tricks and Hacks
Ice Chest As a Fridge In the lead-up to the big feast, refrigerator real estate is precious. Clear out those space-hogging bottles of...
Nov 141 min read
Des Moines Area Housing Statistics for October
“In October, we saw an impressive uptick in closed transactions and active listings,” Erika Hansen, DMAAR president, said. “This momentum...
Nov 72 min read
Here are some of the best common cooking tips!
1. If you want to give caramelized onions more depth of flavor and also caramelize them faster in the process, add dry vermouth. Anytime...
Oct 313 min read
Updates to Increase Your Home's Value Before Selling
One update that buyers always appreciate is new appliances. If your home is outdated in this area, it can be a major turnoff for...
Oct 244 min read
Tips to Save Money on Energy Bills
Heating and Cooling Heating and cooling your home uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in your home—typically...
Oct 171 min read
Des Moines Area Housing Market
As fall ramps up, the Des Moines metro housing market presents a mix of stability and change, offering buyers and sellers important...
Oct 102 min read
Welcoming Outdoor Fall Decorating Ideas
As the vibrant hues of autumn begin to paint the world around us, it's the perfect time to embrace the season by transforming your...
Oct 13 min read
12 Home Color Palette Ideas
Curating a cohesive color scheme for every room in your home is no easy feat. Forget the complicated task of carrying the same tones...
Sep 263 min read
Items You Shouldn't Leave Out at an Open House
While the real estate agent is there to sell your home, tracking every visitor through every room just isn’t possible. So, before you...
Sep 191 min read
Des Moines Area Housing Statistics
The Des Moines metro housing market welcomed a drop in mortgage rates, an increase in inventory, and a rise in pending sales in August....
Sep 123 min read
How to Winterize Your Home in 10 Easy Steps
No matter where you live, fall is the ideal time to prep before the temperatures, rain, and snow make it too difficult (and miserable!)...
Sep 51 min read
Things to Do in Greater Des Moines in September
If you are not ready to say "goodbye" to Summer yet, here are a few ideas to enjoy the last bit of warm weather. Downtown Farmers' Market...
Aug 293 min read
Lower Rates Could Unleash More Homes on the Market!
Since last October's rates hit a 23 year high, rates have plunged to 6.47% for the week ending Aug. 8, the lowest they’ve been in over a...
Aug 203 min read
Small Home Improvements that make a Big Impact
Just the thought of home renovations can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you’re on a budget. But you don’t need to make major...
Aug 151 min read
Home Sales Remain Steady
July home sales saw a slight increase of 0.7% with 1,287 homes sold compared to the 1,278 sold in June. Year-over-year, July saw an...
Aug 82 min read
August Gardening Maintenance Guide
August is a crucial month for gardeners as the summer heat can be intense, and plants require special care to thrive. This guide provides...
Aug 12 min read
Buying and Selling a Home Before School Starts
Some homes get listed in early spring, and by the time mid-summer hits, the home may still be up for sale. Going into the school year...
Jul 254 min read
Summer Tips for Selling Your Home
Maintaining your landscaping is crucial to boosting your curb appeal and leaving buyers with a positive first impression. If you’re...
Jul 181 min read
Des Moines Area Housing Statistics
Home Sales Remain Steady Home sales in the month of June saw a slight decrease of 6.9% with 1,278 homes sold compared to the 1,371 sold...
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