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Benefits of Homeownership

Sunday, January 5th, 2014

Home owners provide stability.  Owners typically stay in their home 12 years whereas renters stay no more than three years.  U.S. Census American Housing Surveys. Home ownership builds confidence.  Owners possess significantly higher levels of self-confidence than renters. Rossi and Weber National Survey of Families. Home owners create positive environments for families.  Children of home owners are 59%…Read More »

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Do you qualify for business Property Tax Credit in Iowa?

Thursday, January 2nd, 2014

Don’t miss out! You need to take action to lower your Iowa property tax burden! The Iowa Department of Revenue recently announced implementation of the new Business Property Tax Credit. Senate File 295 of the 2013 Iowa Acts provides a Business Property Tax Credit for certain commercial, industrial, and railroad properties. The credit does not…Read More »

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Home Buyer Tip | Learn about Private Mortgage Insurance

Monday, December 30th, 2013

Private mortgage insurance, or PMI, insures the lender against a default. It is required when the borrower is making a cash down payment of less than 20 percent of the purchase price. PMI costs vary from one mortgage insurance firm to another, but premiums usually run about 0.50 percent of the loan amount for the…Read More »

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Barb Maxon Testimonial from Schmidt

Sunday, December 29th, 2013

Without Barb (Maxon), our real estate needs would not have happened. She is the best.  Schmidt

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January’s Career Day

Saturday, December 28th, 2013

At CENTURY 21 ProLink, we want to provide you with all the tools that you need to help you succeed. Whether you are new to real estate, or a seasoned veteran, join our career day to learn what sets us apart from other real estate firms. Topics we will cover: How do you get started?…Read More »

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Barbara Krigsten Testimonial from Williams

Friday, December 27th, 2013

Barbara (Krigsten) is an expert in her field and it shows! With just moving to the area, she made this feel like home immediately. I will recommend her to everyone!  Williams

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Home Seller Tip | Get A Market Analysis

Thursday, December 26th, 2013

A market analysis will help you answer the following questions: What is your home worth? Is that home improvement project really going to improve the value of your home? Is now the right time to list my home? Our CENTURY 21 ProLink professionals will be happy to set up a time that is convenient for you to…Read More »

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Looking For A Gingerbread House? A CENTURY 21 Agent Can Help

Wednesday, December 25th, 2013

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Home Buying Tip | Determining Your Budget

Tuesday, December 24th, 2013

Can I afford this home? This question is asked by most during the home shopping process. It’s important to determine what you may be able to afford long-term. The calculators below will provide an idea of what your range could be: Affordability Calculator Renting vs. Buying Monthly Mortgage Payment Calculator Amortization Calculator Refinancing Calculator Although there are many…Read More »

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How much is your home worth?

Sunday, December 22nd, 2013

If you would like a Free Market Analysis of your home, please contact us. If you’d like current market information and professional advice, or if you have any family, friends, neighbors or colleagues at who might benefit from my experience, please feel free to contact us.

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