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December Wraps Up The Year With More Good News

Friday, January 24th, 2014

The Iowa Association of Realtors® (IAR) reports that sales were up in December. According to IAR’s 2013 December Housing Trends Report, the number of home sales increased by 3.2 percent, as 81 more homes sold last month than in December of 2012. The report shows that 2,647 homes sold/closed in December 2013, while 2,566 homes…Read More »

Why list your home with CENTURY 21 ProLink? Website

Monday, January 20th, 2014

Most buyers start their search online.  By utilizing our website for your search, you can get immediate New Listing Alerts and Full MLS Access.  Just sign up for a FREE account. With your FREE account, you will also be able to View up to 20 more fields of data for every property on our website Save listings to…Read More »

Why list your home with CENTURY 21 ProLink? Yard Signs

Sunday, January 19th, 2014

Our yard signs may seem large, but they are the most recognizable sign in the real estate industry.  You know when you drive by a Century 21 sign, with the bold black and gold colors, you know the home is for sale.  We have our office phone number and website on those signs so you…Read More »

Barbara Krigsten Testimonial from Krenz

Saturday, January 18th, 2014

Barbara was unbelievable! As an only child dealing with the sale of my elderly parents home and located 1,200 miles away, initially this seemed to be an impossible task. But, Barbara did it with efficiency, grace and compassion. As I told her, she is proof that angels exist. Krenz

Tiffany Pech-Williams Testimonial from Kovarna

Friday, January 17th, 2014

Tiffany was very easy to work with and accommodated any needs I had. Thank You for helping me get a great house at a great deal! Kovarna

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 »

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 »

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 »

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

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 »