Author: jnaig

Tips to Make Your Yard a Selling Point in Des Moines

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A well thought out backyard can be a huge factor when selling your home. It can influence the prospective buyers’ entire perception of the property. As such, a messy, overgrown yard can deter buyers and make a horrible first impression. In our latest blog, we have put together some ideas to make your yard a selling … Continued

4 Ways To Attract Home Buyers in Des Moines

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As the saying goes, “there is more than one way to skin a cat.” The saying is truer when it comes to selling your home than skinning cats since we don’t advocate doing that. Home buyers in Des Moines have different needs; preparing your sales strategy accordingly helps increase home showings and makes for faster sales. … Continued

The Best Way to Sell an Abandoned Property in Des Moines

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Suppose you have an abandoned property in Des Moines and are ready to sell it. In that case, we understand the stress and financial issues you may be facing, and we’ve gathered the following information to help make the process as easy as possible. Read on as we explore the best way to sell an … Continued

5 Red Flags to Look for When Buying a Multi-Family Property in Iowa

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When done right, investing in multi-family properties can be a lucrative real estate investment. The shared features and proximity of the units can mean added savings for you as the owner and a higher monthly income from the time and investment into one real estate transaction.  Read on as we explore five red flags to … Continued

4 Basic Parts of a Des Moines Rent to Own Agreement

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Rent-to-own agreements can open the door to homeownership for buyers who would otherwise be waiting years to correct credit issues or save towards their down payment to qualify for a mortgage loan. This arrangement can be a win-win situation for both buyers and sellers with a properly structured agreement. Typically not found listed, rent-to-own contracts … Continued

Is There A Holding Period Before Selling My Inherited Home? – 50315

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If you are thinking about selling your inherited property, you might be wondering, “Is there a holding period before selling my inherited home?” This article will answer that question and you might be surprised at what you learn… If you’ve inherited a property, you might now be wondering what to do with that property. And … Continued

Cash For Houses In Des Moines – Is it right for you?

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You’ve seen the signs at almost every street corner or off-ramp, “Cash for houses in Des Moines.” Some of these are cartoonish signs and others might even be handwritten, nailed to a light pole. Some cash for houses signs makes claims they buy houses in any condition and for competitive rates and all cash. If you need … Continued

Investment Property Tax Deductions List for Des Moines

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Uncle Sam gives, and Uncle Sam takes away. But in the case of buying local Des Moines investment properties… you can earn investment property tax deductions for your Des Moines properties. For real estate investors, the United States provides the opportunity to earn a living purchasing investment properties… and holding those properties as investments, and of … Continued

What Homeowners Can Do About a Run-Down Property in Des Moines

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It is stressful when you are trying to sell a property when you know there are problems with the property that need to be corrected, especially with the inevitable inspection hanging over your head. In addition, selling a run-down property can be costly as days on the market increase the final sales price is typically … Continued

5 Red Flags to Look for When Buying a Condo for Investment in Iowa

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Just as with every other piece of real estate that you are investing in, you should consider location and all of the different aspects of due diligence. Condos are a great way to diversify the types of rentals in your portfolio. However, condominiums come with their own unique set of problems that owners can encounter … Continued

How Almost Anyone Can Buy a Home in Iowa

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After taking a realistic inventory of your credit standing, you may find yourself in need of an alternative method to achieve homeownership. Or perhaps your situation has you strapped for cash, unable to come up with your down. Whatever the case, you should understand that you will need to prove that you can afford to … Continued
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