Real Estate Rundown D. Y. I Do it yourself can encompass a variety of meanings. For some, it represents the fulfillment that comes from finishing a project independently. It may be the pride in installing a new toilet flapper or the satisfaction of adding fresh paint to the living room, the sense of accomplishment is unmistakable. Whether the DIY completion saved […]
Real Estate Rundown The Cost of Comfort Does the purchase of that shiny new object excite you?   The new car or a pair of new shoes?  Yes! A brand new water heater? NO! Spending our well earned cash (or credit) is fun when the benefit seems like a treat, but spending on the necessities of life is not so joyous, yet, when […]
Real Estate Rundown Four-Legged Friendly Rentals Pets are an important part of many peoples lives. Whether you own your home or rent, it is reasonable to want a pet in your life. For a Landlord, pets can be concerning. Pet damage to a property could cost well beyond the amount of a security deposit. There is also an increase in liability […]
Real Estate Rundown Out With the Old With every year, decade and era, trends and fads come and go.  Nothing is more true than in home decor. What was the rage in the 1990’s, we did away with by the new millennium. Anyone paint over honey oak?    The same is true with items in a home that were once the ‘top […]
Real Estate Rundown Deep Roots. Tall Corn. Iowa! There are many things I love about Iowa. I love the land, stunning sunsets and the overall quality of life that is enjoyed here.  It is not uncommon for someone to tell you they grew up in a small town in the middle of nowhere here.  That little town most likely has a post office […]
Real Estate Rundown Giving Up the Lawnmower I was working with a home buyer who was wanting to “downsize” from her current property to a smaller, more manageable home. To her, the change also meant a downgrade from the lifestyle she was accustomed to.  When I asked her why she felt this way, it was really about the change in her capability  […]
Real Estate Rundown Walkability in Siouxland Walkability: The measured ease of walking to an amenity in a community.  The National Association of REALTORS® recently released the latest edition of its Community & Transportation Preferences Survey, a poll taken every two to three years of residents in the 50-largest metropolitan areas to gauge partialities regarding their home’s type and location, in addition […]
Real Estate Rundown Celebrating Women’s History Month. Barbie Salute! Why do we celebrate Women’s History Month? Not only is Women’s History Month a time of reflection, but it’s also a moment to recognize how the efforts and bravery of past generations continues to pave the way for females today. March has been dubbed International Women’s Month and Women’s History Month with the intent to honor […]
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