Archive for June, 2016

Sweet Spots by Jessica Kern

Thursday, June 23rd, 2016

Siouxland is the place to be! I have a long list of ‘Sweet Spots’ in the area and I’m more than happy to share a few of them with you… On those long nights of showing homes and writing offers, I like to stop at my favorite taco joint:  Jim’s Burgers!  My go-to quick meal…Read More »

Meet Jessica Kern

Thursday, June 23rd, 2016

A little about me.  I am a married mom of one and a favorite hobby of mine is gardening.  I used to have a very large garden, about 30 x 15, at my “starter home”, where I lived for 12 years (pictured above). My favorite items to plant are different types of tomatoes and peppers, eggplant, greens…Read More »

Commercial Property Leased

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016

4026 Morningside Avenue in Sioux City, IA has been leased. The Tenant, Underground Yoga, and Landlord, Nancy Van De Steeg, were represented by Shane Van De Steeg, Sales Associate with CENTURY 21 ProLink.   Underground Yoga is a locally owned yoga and wellness center. A grand opening celebration for the business has been set for…Read More »

Q & A With Jessica Kern

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016

Question: How long does the seller have to respond to my offer? Answer: When we write an offer, we put an expiration date and time on the offer itself.  If the offer has not been accepted, countered, or rejected at the time of expiration, you (the buyer), have the chance to make an offer on…Read More »

Q & A With Jessica Kern

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016

Question: Should I talk to the bank before looking at homes? Answer: I think it is a great idea to speak with your lender about your home budget before house hunting.  It’s important to know what you are able to afford before you start getting to deep into the hunting.  Also, when you submit an…Read More »

7 Essential Curb Appeal Tips for Sellers

Friday, June 3rd, 2016

With the spring real estate market heating up across the United States, it’s time to focus on curb appeal. You want your home to stand out from the others, and the exterior will be the first area buyers see. If it’s not in top shape, there’s a good chance buyers will move on to the…Read More »

These Tips May Speed Up Your Home Sale

Friday, June 3rd, 2016

Who doesn’t want a faster home sale? Make a good impression on buyers to increase your chances of a speedy sale. Not sure how to do that? We’ve got tips for every step of the home sale process. Optimize Your Listing: A picture is worth a thousand words. Take professional quality images of your home….Read More »

5 Tips for At Home Entertaining

Friday, June 3rd, 2016

Entertaining at home is a great way to get together with friends and family. Going out to dinner or events is fun, but there is something special about hosting at home. Here are five simple ways to set your home up for entertaining. 1. Put appetizers on the coffee table: When the party starts you’ll…Read More »

The Newlyweds’ Guide to Buying a Home

Wednesday, June 1st, 2016

Article provided by realtor.com. View the original article here: http://ow.ly/nEeZ300MiIM. Hey, lovebirds: If you’re newly married, you may be thinking of buying a nest together. Indeed, 35% of married Americans purchased their first home together within two years of tying the knot, according to a study by Coldwell Banker. Yet while we hear plenty about the home-buying challenges faced by unmarried couples, that…Read More »