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...
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Aug 203 min
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 12 min
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
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
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 116 min
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 21 min
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...
May 11, 20231 min
Sell your house now while others aren't selling
"Looking back at every April since 2017, the only year when fewer sellers listed their homes was in April 2020, when the pandemic hit and...
Feb 17, 20231 min
Should you buy a Brand New Home?
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes...
Sep 14, 20221 min
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...
Aug 16, 20221 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®...
Jun 21, 20221 min
Sales Dipped Slightly in May, But......
June 14, 2022 Des Moines metro home sales dipped slightly in May by 2.9% compared to May of last year, reported the Des Moines Area...
Jun 9, 20223 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, 20222 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, 20221 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, 20221 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, 20222 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...
Mar 22, 20221 min
FEBRUARY SALES UP 3.6% AND PRICES UP BY 3.9%
Des Moines metro home sales in February increased slightly compared to a year ago reported by the Des Moines Area Association of...
Feb 15, 20221 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 9, 20224 min
Would you put "car siding" in your home?
What Is Car Siding? The Hottest Trend Since Shiplap, Explained If reality TV shows are a harbinger of hot new trends that may soon take...
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