If you've recently dipped your toes into the real estate market in the Des Moines metro or have been considering buying or selling a...

Hi there, it's Kari here with my first blog post on our new website! The topic of this post is near and dear to me and I thought it would...

As the housing prices have increased the ability for buyers to get into an affordable home has become a challenge. Could a USDA loan be...

Anything to take advantage of the low rates has simmered. Now buyers are waiting to see what is going to happen next. The media has...

Preparing to buy a home is very exciting! Trust me, I will be your number one fan rooting for you. But there are a few things to keep in...

Research shows that homeowners not only build wealth simply by owning the home they live in, but they also feel higher levels of joy as a...

Need some moving tips? Save this post for PINTEREST WORTHY HACKS for a smooth move ⬇️ 1. While clothes are still hanging, rubber band...

The question I’m getting on repeat: what’s happening with the housing market? I have many things to say on this so I will try to keep...

Want to manifest your dream home? Step 1: Have a vision – If I told you to close your eyes and picture your future home, how would you...

This is a great start to the spring market. Despite all predictions of raising interest rates throughout 2019, rates for 30-year fixed...

As the world nervously watches the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the pandemic has begun prompting responses from every industry, and...

So what is it like to build a home from the ground up? This is my favorite type of build to do because you get to customize everything...

If you are considering buying a house I have three important things to focus onto considering before becoming a homeowner. 1) Know your...

One of the most common questions I get when working with clients is "how much below asking price should we offer?" when writing on a...

Older homes.. they’re not for everybody! I have a unique perspective as a Realtor because I sell a lot of older homes here in Des Moines....

Two things you need to know about what's happening in our market right now. Here's a market update: As I mentioned above- interest rates...

This is a great start to the spring market, low interest rates. Despite all the predictions of raising interest rates throughout 2019,...

Becoming a homeowner is taking on a lot of responsibility. You’re now in charge of the safety and security of your home. This is likely...

Buying your first home is a big deal. There is no doubt about that. There is a lot to consider before even beginning to search for your...

One of the most common concerns I hear from my clients is “Sara, I really want to sell my house. We’re ready to move but there’s nowhere...