When you move, there's a lot to take care of and plan for.  Here are just a few more "keys" we use to provide you with information to make that move as smooth as possible.

 

One of the most important things you can do when buying a home is to select your own agent.  Often times, buyers call the listing agent when they see their number listed on a sign or the internet.  While those are good agents, they are also working for the seller and the best way to protect your interests is to hire someone who represents only you.  The best part of having your own agent?  It's free to you!  Now find out the 10 best reasons to hire a Realtor as well as find some great interview questions to help you with the selection process plus the top questions to ask your realtor.  We would be more than happy to answer these questions for you at any time.

 

We are sure you are hearing "It's a buyer's market", but what does that mean?  If you are thinking of buying, we have put together the latest market trends for the Des Moines area including: number of homes on the market, days on the market, months of inventory and list price vs. actual sales price.  Here we show you what is going on locally, instead of hearing about the real estate market from the national news.  However, if it's national news you need to make an out of state move, the check out our real estate news and advice section.

 

When it's time to put your house on the market, you will want to stand out above the rest!  Simplify your "honey-do" list by using this Smart Ideas checklist to make sure you are in tip-top shape.  Your home's condition is one of the best marketing tools you have, so use it to your advantage.  Also, some of the best tools to selling your home and what it takes to impress today's well-informed buyers.

 

When you start looking for a home, how do you know how much to spend?  How much do you feel comfortable paying per month?  This is your source for finding mortgage information:  calculators, rates and application.

 

Now it's time to move!  However, with everything going on, it's sometimes easy to forget a few things.  It's okay!  We have put together the contacts you need to change utilities (plus more!) to make an overall smart move!

 

Still have more real estate questions?  Want free real estate reports?  Just let us know what you need!

 

 

 

 

 

Don and Pat Lutz

Prudential First Realty 5500 Westown Parkway, Ste 120 West Des Moines, IA 50266 Pat 515-453-7428 Don 515-453-7378 plutz@firstrealtyhomes.com dlutz@firstrealtyhomes.com