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Kitchen Magic: 5 Must-Have Features

April 5th, 2016

The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where you prepare meals for your family, and where you all come together to share those meals. So shouldn’t your kitchen portray that same warmth that you feel? Having a dream kitchen is a goal for many home owners, and while not everything is as easy…Read More »

MASH for Adults: What Type of House Should You Have?

April 5th, 2016

Do you remember MASH, the game you used to play in grade school to predict your future? We’ve created the adult version to help you find out the type of home that may be right for you. Grab a pen, think of a number, and start playing! How would you describe your style? Eclectic Modern…Read More »

New Homeowner Tips – 5 Do’s and Dont’s

April 5th, 2016

If you’ve recently purchased a new home, or if you’re about to, you’ve likely given a lot of thought to all of the responsibilities that come with it: mortgages, insurance and — sooner or later — renovations and repairs. While the responsibilities can seem overwhelming, owning a home is exciting and rewarding too. You just…Read More »

How to Build a Winning Home Buying Team

April 5th, 2016

Buying a home is a huge milestone – especially if you are buying for your first time. Although buying a home is exciting, there is a lot to keep track of and manage. It’s imperative to have a solid team behind you. Aside from having an excellent real estate agent to guide you through showings…Read More »

4 Times It Makes Sense to Pay More (Yes, More) for Your Mortgage

April 5th, 2016

Article provided by realtor.com®. View the original article here: http://ow.ly/10jdED. When shopping for a mortgage, it’s all too tempting to go for the rock-bottom option—in other words, whatever will keep your monthly payment as low as possible. Yet bargain hunters should beware: Extremely low interest rates or monthly payments may look great at first glance, but they aren’t always…Read More »

Commercial Property Leased

April 5th, 2016

4280 Sergeant Road, Sioux City, IA is leased. The tenant, My UnityPoint Nurse, and the landlord, Klinger Properties, were both represented by Ellen Kaplan, Senior Commercial Sales Associate with CENTURY 21 ProLink. My UnityPoint Nurse provides health information services to the public 24/7. Their entire operation has now moved to the Mayfair Center.   Transaction…Read More »

Small Changes, Big Differences: 5 Low-Cost Ways to Give Your Home a New Look

April 4th, 2016

There are a lot of advantages to home improvement changes. They can make your space feel more modern, larger, and increase its value. And the good news is you don’t have to be an expert handyman (or handywoman) to make easy and simple alterations. Here’s how to better the look and feel of your home….Read More »

Home Safety Tips for the Elderly

April 1st, 2016

Creating a safe home for the elderly people in your life is crucial. Household places and items that used to pose no problem may now be difficult or, worse, dangerous. These tips will help you ensure that your home is as safe as possible. 1. Fall-proof your home: Falls are the number one cause of…Read More »

Things Your Inspector Missed That You Can Still Catch

March 31st, 2016

Home inspections are an important part of the home buying process. Before finalizing an offer, hire a home inspector who will check the condition of the home. A home inspector will check things such as the electrical system, roof, and ventilation. Although a home inspector will thoroughly review a home, his or her main concern…Read More »

Iowa Home Prices Rose and Sales Decreased in February

March 30th, 2016

The Iowa Association of REALTORS® (IAR) reported that February home prices are up and sales were down. According to the IAR’s Housing Trends Report, the median sale price increased by 5.5 percent from February 2015. The median sale price in February was $135,000 compared to $128,000 from last year.            …Read More »