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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 26, 20243 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 19, 20241 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 12, 20243 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...
Sep 5, 20241 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 29, 20243 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 20, 20243 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 15, 20241 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 8, 20242 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...
Aug 1, 20242 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 25, 20244 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...
Jul 18, 20241 min read
10 Signs That You Should Sell Your Home Soon
Whether you have outgrown your home or need a lifestyle change, here are ten signs that you should sell your home soon! Since your home...
Jul 11, 20246 min read


Just bought a home? What projects should you tackle first?
1. Painting Not only is painting easy on your pocketbook, it is one of the simplest and most forgiving projects that will have a major...
Jul 2, 20241 min read


Storage Ideas to Combat Clutter
Your first storage idea for getting organized is buying baskets and bins,but determine what items you need to store, measure how much...
Jun 27, 20241 min read


Des Moines Area Market Stats
Home sales increased from April to May by 19.95%. 7.95% more than May 2023. Active listings rose 5.77% from April to May. 23.69% more...
Jun 20, 20241 min read


How to buy in a tight market
Get prequalified for a mortgage! Stay in close contact with your real estate agent. Your agent will be on the lookout for the newest...
Jun 13, 20241 min read


Ways to Get Instant Curb Appeal for Less Than $100
Paint the Front Door Most exterior paint costs about $35 a gallon. Painting your front door can add some brightness and revive the look...
Jun 4, 20242 min read


Don't let the rain keep you from caring for your lawn
Spread some seed. Get that germination thing going fast! A deep initial watering from ole' Mother Nature is just the thing to make the...
May 23, 20241 min read


Housing Inventory May Be Low, But It's On The Rise!
The number of houses on the market has taken a toll since the pandemic hit in 2020. The number of houses for sale dropped drastically...
May 17, 20241 min read


Look what February brought to the table...
The Des Moines area housing market experienced a surge in active listings with more than 100 added from last month. Despite the influx,...
Apr 1, 20241 min read
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