The number of homes on the market in the Des Moines metro area rose 22.8% over this time last year
“A bit of a slow down in August is normal with families finishing up vacations, so many Iowans attending the state fair and school...
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- Aug 16
- 1 min
July's Market Update Compared To Previous Year
"The number of homes on the market in the Des Moines metro area rose again", reported the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®...
- Jul 19
- 1 min
Even though sales slightly dropped, sales rose in June
“Home sales dropped slightly compared to last June. Our sales were relatively strong considering the records set last year and the rising...
- Jun 9
- 3 min
Why you need a Real Estate Expert to determine the right price for you house.....
If your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make a move, taking advantage of today’s sellers’ market might be just the...
- Apr 28
- 2 min
It's still not too late to buy a house, but don't wait much longer......
If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve likely heard about rising inflation. You’re also likely feeling the impact in your...
- Apr 20
- 1 min
Pre-Approval is essential in today's market
Being intentional and competitive are musts when buying a home this season. That’s why pre-approval is so important today. Pre-approval...
- Apr 19
- 1 min
Des Moines metro home sales in March increased 3.2% from a year ago
“It was reassuring to see March’s activity jump up from February, typically our slowest month of the year. We’re seeing an uptick in new...
- Mar 23
- 2 min
This Spring is the golden ticket for Sellers in the Housing Market
If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, timing is crucial. After all, you’ll want to balance getting the most out of the sale...
- Feb 15
- 1 min
January sales were up despite the low inventory of properties
“A sales increase in January is a great start to 2022! With the extremely low number of homes on the market, we’re encouraging buyers to...
- Feb 4
- 2 min
Making the move could bring you happiness!!!
Over the past two years, we’ve lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. Because of the health crisis, many of...
- Jan 26
- 2 min
Just know it’s never too early to consider the benefits of homeownership over renting.
Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this...
- Jan 12
- 2 min
Two Ways Homebuyers Can Win In Today's Market
If your goal is to purchase a home this year, you might be looking for any advantage you can get in today’s sellers’ market. While...
- Jan 5
- 2 min
Let's Make An Offer......
As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an...
- Dec 29, 2021
- 2 min
Perks of putting 20% down......
If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the purchase...
- Dec 9, 2021
- 4 min
You don't want to wait until Spring to sell your house. Here is why.....
Winter is typically a slow time for home sales, when sellers might wonder if they have any hope of finding a buyer. But will that be the...
- Dec 1, 2021
- 2 min
Thinking Strategically as a Home Buyer
The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to...
- Nov 17, 2021
- 1 min
OCTOBER HOME PRICES INCREASED, WHILE SALES DIPPED SLIGHTLY
1,496 residential properties sold in October 2021, while 1,547 homes sold in October of 2020. The median sale price increased 10.6...
- Nov 3, 2021
- 1 min
If you are thinking about selling or buying a house you might want to sooner than later
Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you...
- Oct 20, 2021
- 1 min
September Market Update
Des Moines metro home sales in September remained the same from a year ago as reported by the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®...
- Oct 13, 2021
- 2 min
Waiting to buy a home may cost you
Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortgage rates in history. And while...