Archive for the ‘Home Buying Tips’ Category

Home Buyer Tip | How To Apply For A Mortgage Loan

Wednesday, December 18th, 2013

Your chances of obtaining a mortgage really depend on all the information that will be contained in the credit report. So, it’s a good idea to get your credit report, before you apply for a mortgage, and correct errors. If there are any inaccuracies you don’t know about, this could cost you thousands of dollars in extra…Read More »

Don’t Sit On The Sidelines Too Long

Saturday, December 14th, 2013

There is a shortage of homes on the Market  

Are you ready to be a homeowner?

Friday, December 6th, 2013

Follow this infographic to find if you are a ready and willing buyer.

Are You On The Fence About Buying?

Wednesday, December 4th, 2013

If you’ve been thinking of selling, now may be the right time….

Home Buying Tips | What’s Your Style?

Sunday, November 24th, 2013

A guide to America’s Most common Home Styles  Styles of houses vary across the country.  From the New England Cape Cod to the Victorians of San Francisco, the choices are almost endless.  Knowing which style you prefer is one of the basic elements in your hunt for the perfect home. Following is a quick guide…Read More »

Siouxland Market Stats

Friday, November 22nd, 2013

Siouxland Real Estate Market Stats for October 2013 showed a few signs that winter has hit our area.  When the colder weather comes upon this area, our market tends to slow a little. New Residential Listings was up in October compared to 2012 by 9 more listings and the gap continues to stay low between…Read More »

Working With Your Real Estate Attorney

Thursday, November 14th, 2013

Purchasing or selling a home will probably be one of your largest and most important financial transactions.  Before signing a contract to purchase or sell a home, both buyer and seller should consult an attorney to assure that the real estate transaction will be handled legally and professionally. Although an attorney is not a required…Read More »

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Saturday, November 2nd, 2013

A key to protecting the investment you’ve made in your home is by following a regular home maintenance schedule. By performing preventative maintenance on an on-going basis, you’ll avoid many of the big ticket repair items that can lower the value of your home.  Home Maintenance Here are helpful checklists for monthly and Fall maintenance….Read More »

“Going Green” Before Iowa “Goes White” This Winter

Sunday, October 27th, 2013

Winter is just around the corner here in Iowa.  As the season of white approaches, it is a great time to consider how “going green” can really save you on your energy costs.  Whether building a new home, or updating your existing home, there are many possibilities to making or improving your home’s energy efficiency;…Read More »

Home Buyers Tip | 10 Mistakes People Make When Buying a Home

Saturday, October 19th, 2013

When buying a home, make sure you ask for the assistance of a real estate agent.  You do not pay for their services and they are here to help.  We have come up with a list of mistakes that we have seen buyers make when purchasing a home: Wait too long to make an offer….Read More »