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March 2024

Your Home Is a Powerful Investment

2024-03-15T17:48:10+00:00

Going into 2023, there was a lot of talk about a possible recession that would cause the housing market to crash. Some in the media were even forecasting home prices would drop by as much as 10-20%—and that might have made you feel a bit unsure about buying a home. But here’s what actually happened: home prices went up more [...]

Your Home Is a Powerful Investment 2024-03-15T17:48:10+00:00

What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?

2024-03-15T17:44:13+00:00

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on hold for now. When rates climbed near 8% last year, some buyers found the numbers just didn’t make sense for their budget anymore. That may be the case for you too. Data from Bright MLS shows the top reason buyers [...]

What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move? 2024-03-15T17:44:13+00:00

409 SE Delaware Ave, Unit 302, Ankeny2 BR, 2 BA 2280 sq ft$332,000

2024-03-08T17:33:08+00:00

ONE OF A KIND 55+ condo! Builder designed this spacious condo with beautiful views and amenities galore! Step inside this 2280 sq ft condo, where you'll greet guests in a large entry, with two full sized closets for extra storage, that leads to the open concept living and dining areas featuring fireplace and built ins. [...]

409 SE Delaware Ave, Unit 302, Ankeny2 BR, 2 BA 2280 sq ft$332,000 2024-03-08T17:33:08+00:00

JUST LISTED!

2024-03-08T17:30:57+00:00

3623 SW Timberline Ct, Ankeny3 BR, 6 BA 3023 sq ft (+2429 basement finished)$850,000 Rare opportunity in Ankeny! Gorgeous custom built ranch, nestled on over a wooded acre, in the highly sought after Woodlands in Westwinds. The brick and stone facade radiate timeless beauty. The grand entry leads to an entertainers dream with spacious rooms [...]

JUST LISTED! 2024-03-08T17:30:57+00:00

The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

2024-03-08T17:28:50+00:00

Some Highlights Wondering if now’s a good time to sell your house? Based on how many homes are on the market, there are two big reasons why this spring is looking so good for sellers. Thanks to an uptick in inventory over last year, you’ve got more options for your next home. But there are still fewer homes for sale [...]

The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC] 2024-03-08T17:28:50+00:00

The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire

2024-03-08T17:19:16+00:00

If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. One long-standing, popular way to do that is by downsizing to a smaller home. When you think about cutting down on your spending, odds are you think of frequent purchases, like groceries and other goods. But [...]

The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire 2024-03-08T17:19:16+00:00

Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House

2024-03-08T17:15:42+00:00

If you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about how much access you want to give buyers. And you may not realize just how important it is to make your house easy to tour. Spring is the peak homebuying season, so opening up your [...]

Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House 2024-03-08T17:15:42+00:00