des moines: What Happens When I Make An Offer On a House?
- 01/19/17 03:56 AM
You have found the realtor you want to work with, you have toured homes, you even got pre-approved for a home loan, and now you are ready to make an offer on the house of your dreams. One of the most stressful parts of buying a new house is the time right after you you make an offer on the house you really want.
So, you’ve made the offer and signed the offer documents … now you wait.
Find out our tips for how to handle what happens next.
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des moines: Des Moines Housing in 2016
- 01/04/17 04:26 AM
The Des Moines housing market remains extremely active and the trends are pointing to even more opportunities for buyers and sellers into 2017, and beyond. As expected, median costs have been steadily rising while there hasn't been much fluctuation from a sellers asking price to what is actually paid. With the limited supply in the market, that is to be expected.
See the stats in our latest infographic!
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des moines: Is it time to move?
- 09/26/16 09:03 PM
As the seasons change, many people start to wonder if it is time to move into a new home. There are many questions you have to ask and answer before you decide to list your home and put an offer in on your next dream home.
First, you have to ask, is it time to sell my home?If your family has grown -- either larger or smaller -- changing your home is often one of the next steps. Because the Des Moines housing market has been so hot for the last 18 months, resulting in nearly 40% fewer homes on the market, … (0 comments)
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des moines: So, You Want to Live in the Suburbs?
- 08/29/16 09:41 PM
Over the past decade, buying a home in cities like Johnston, Waukee, Urbandale, Clive, and West Des Moines has increasingly been the popular choice for families -- new and growing.
Just as it was in 2015, the housing market all around Des Moines is hot. Homes are staying on the market for less than three months.
When looking for houses to purchase, here are some things that will be helpful to you in your search.
First, it is important to remember that any of the western suburbs are tough for anyone looking to purchase in … (2 comments)
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des moines: The Des Moines Housing Market is Hot
- 08/04/16 12:20 PM
One of the best things about living in Des Moines is that there is a home for every type of person and family. We have condos. We have ranch homes. We have two-story homes. We have homes with pools. We have homes with large backyards. We have homes with small back-yards.
To top it off, we have some of the best schools, best trails, and best parks around.
Read the full run-down of what makes Des Moines one of the hottest markets around!
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des moines: Best Parks for Kids Around Des Moines
- 04/18/16 09:06 PM
One of the great aspects of Des Moines is the multitude of parks and recreation activities available to everyone; adults, kids, and the entire family. No matter where you are in the city, near downtown, Urbandale, Johnston, Waukee, or West Des Moines, there is a park for you. If all you’re looking for is a trail, you’re in luck too!
Read about all the trails!
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des moines: Best Trails and Paths Around Des Moines
- 03/13/16 06:35 AM
Aside from the great quality of living in Des Moines with good jobs and great schools, there are also parks and trails for miles for people of all ages to enjoy. Whether you enjoy long walks, wide open bike rides, or just nature at its finest, Des Moines has a trail for you.
The Central Iowa Trail Association boasts multiple trails throughout the metro on top of the miles of trails owned and maintained by the city of Des Moines.
And if you live in or around the following communities, here are some of the best trails in the area:
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des moines: JUST LISTED!
- 10/23/14 03:42 AM
Property listed by:
CY PHILLIPS with Remax Innovations
5258 Walnut St,
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Price: $185,000
Sq. Ft.: 1479
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Fantastic 2 story home in a prime West Des Moines location! Offering a private street with zero traffic and backing up to trees and the Jordan Creek Trail, this home is a unique find! Some features of the home include: Large fenced yard, finished basement, 2 story living room, stainless appliances, open kitchen with island … (0 comments)
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des moines: Spotted New Listing at 4020 51st St., Des Moines, IA
- 10/13/14 08:20 AM
Posted new listing by:
Cy Phillips with
Remax
Innovations
Price list: $75,000
Sq.Ft.: 624
Beds: 2
Baths: 1
Move in ready ranch in a very desirable location! This property features fresh paint, new carpet, and a large detached garage! Located just one block from Hoover High School, one block from the aquatic center, walking distance to Merle Hay Mall, multiple parks, and offering easy access to anywhere in the metro it is easy to see why people love this location! Some additional features: large storage shed, all appliances included, .2 acre yard, beamed ceiling, 2 bedrooms, … (0 comments)
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des moines: SOLD!
- 10/05/14 05:35 PM
Another one just SOLD by:
Cy Phillips with Remax Innovations
Price Sold: $204,000
Sq.Ft.: 1456
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Move in ready two story home offering a number of upgrades and a great layout! This home features a fully finished basement, 3 large bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and over 2000 sq ft of total finish living area. Some additional features of the home include: Hickory hardwood floors throughout main level, large two car garage with storage shelving, massive deck with flower boxes and built in bench seating, upgraded carpet, lower level surround sound, gas fireplace, fresh … (11 comments)
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des moines: Des Moines Home, Great Location!
- 05/14/12 06:48 AM
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des moines: Des Moines Unique Townhome
- 05/14/12 06:42 AM
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des moines: Split Foyer in Johnston School District, Move In Ready!
- 05/14/12 06:26 AM
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des moines: Large Ranch on the SE side of Des Moines
- 05/14/12 06:20 AM
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des moines: New Listing: Move-in ready 2 bedroom classic ranch home in awesome Beaverdale/Des Moines location
- 07/18/11 05:26 AM
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des moines: Central Iowa Home Sales Down; Sale Prices Up from 2010
- 06/30/11 05:31 AM
Let's start with the good news. Average home sale prices are up slightly in central Iowa from last year ($141,279 in May up from $137,934 in May of 2010). The bad news, the number of sales is down significantly from May 2010. We can blame (or thank) last year's home buyer's tax credit that expired in June of 2010 and caused a surge in contracts this time last year.
Another interesting trend to consider is the list price vs. sold price ratio. The percent of list price dropped nearly a point to 95% from last year. On average, a house listed … (0 comments)
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des moines: New Listing: Well-Kept Acreage, Spacious 2-story Home, Quick Access to I-35
- 06/02/11 10:06 AM
Acreage for Sale near Bevington, Patterson, Winterset, St. Marys, Martensdale, Des Moines, West Des Moines, Truro, Norwalk, Cumming, Indianola … (0 comments)
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des moines: Des Moines Among Top 5 Areas Where Housing Market Will Recover First
- 01/19/11 04:38 AM
Des Moines may not be the flashiest place to live in the eyes of coastal or big city folks, but I tell you what, I wake up every morning thankful to be living in Des Moines, Iowa. As an expectant father, a homeowner, and a realtor, there is no better place to raise a family, own a home and prosper professionally. My Iowa enthusiasm is underscored this week by a recent report from marketwatch.com that ranks Des Moines among the Top 5 areas of the country where the housing market will recover first.
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des moines: Qualifying to Sell Your Home as a Short Sale
- 01/12/11 05:55 AM
A short sale can be a great way for a home owner to get out of a mortgage they can't afford while preserving their credit rating and not owing additional money. But, not just anyone can decide to sell their home via short sale.
In a short sale, a lender allows a property to be sold for less than the amount owed on a mortage. While the lender suffers a loss, most banks prefer short sale to foreclosures because, generally, they recoup more money with a short sale.
To qualify for to sell as a short sale, you need to show … (2 comments)
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des moines: Whole Foods in Des Moines? The Bigger News is Hy-Vee in Waukee
- 01/04/11 08:06 AM
I get the current excitement over Trader Joe's new store in West Des Moines and the news that Whole Foods is eyeing the Des Moines metro for its first Iowa store, but I'm way more charged over plans for a grocery store coming to Waukee.
Hy-Vee, the locally-owned store that has been feeding us Iowans for more than 75 years, is coming to the intersection of Alice's Road and Hickman. Yeh, I may be snacking on a bag of inexpensive, organic walnuts from Trader Joes as I type this, but Hy-Vee is my family's meat & potatoes. Hy-Vee has evolved over … (0 comments)
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You have found the realtor you want to work with, you have toured homes, you even got pre-approved for a home loan, and now you are ready to make an offer on the house of your dreams. One of the most stressful parts of buying a new house is the time right after you you make an offer on the house you really want. 
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