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Buying a Home, General, Iowa Homeownership, Real Estate Advice, Selling a Home

Should You Sell First or Buy First? A Move-Up Buyer’s Guide for Central Iowa

“Should I sell first? Or buy first?” It’s one of the most common questions I hear from move-up buyers, and I get why. You love your home, but you’ve outgrown it. Maybe you need another bedroom, a bigger yard, a shorter commute, or a different stage of life is calling. But the thought of being […]
General, Iowa Homeownership, Local Communities, Real Estate Advice

Before Winter Hits Iowa, Have You Done These 10 Things to Your Home?

Iowa homeowners know the drill. One day you’re enjoying 70-degree afternoons, and the next you’re wondering where you put the snow shovel. Winter has a way of showing up quickly in Iowa, which is why fall is one of the best times to take care of a few home-maintenance items before the temperatures really drop. […]
Buying a Home, General, Iowa Homeownership

Iowa’s Homestead Tax Exemption: What Homeowners Need to Know

If you own a home in Iowa, there’s a property tax benefit you should know about—and in 2026, it got an upgrade. For years, Iowa homeowners have been able to apply for the Homestead Tax Credit. Beginning with the 2026 assessment year, Iowa replaced that credit with a Homestead Tax Exemption. The idea is still […]
Des Moines Metro, Iowa Homeownership, Local Communities

Des Moines Homeowners Could Get Up to $1,500 for These Home Improvements

If you own a home in the City of Des Moines, there’s a program you may want to know about, especially if your home has experienced water or sewer issues. The City of Des Moines offers a Private Property Protection Program that can reimburse eligible homeowners for certain improvements designed to protect their property and […]

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