Homeownership

I have written about what buyer’s can expect during the home inspection, but it’s important to clarify what happens for a seller. (Again, ChatGPT helped me write this blog, I modified it to reflect what happens in the Des Moines real estate market)   A home inspection is a crucial part of the home buying […]

Last week Iowans received their updated tax assessments from their local county assessor’s office.  This stirred a lot of conversation because many residents saw BIG increases in their property tax assessments.  Can you imagine how many phone calls the local assessor’s office received last week?Many residents were upset, and I wanted to break down what […]

If you’re a buyer in the current real estate market, you know the competition is tight! I always prepare buyers that they will most likely need to write a few offers before they land an accepted offer.  This is tough.  Buying a home is emotional, but buyers need to understand that with such tight inventory, […]

This photo makes me so happy!  I’m looking forward to the tulips coming up in my yard.  It’s spring break in Iowa and we are home this week.  Along with some relaxing with Nate and the kids, we will fit in a few home projects.  Here’s a list of spring home maintenance items for you […]