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Observations

Barriers Holding Back Prospective Homebuyers

Existing-home sales increased 3.8 percent to a 10-year high in 2016, but affordability pressures, student debt, and possible confusion about down payment requirements prevented many aspiring homeowners from reaching the market, according to recent consumer [READ MORE]
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Featured Story

10th Annual Builder & Developer Luncheon

Peoples Company hosts largest event yet. Friday, March 3, Peoples Company hosted its 10th Annual Builder & Developer Luncheon at the West Des Moines Sheraton. The event has grown steadily since its inception; about 375 [READ MORE]
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Featured Story

The Pro’s Picks for 2017 IBS New Products

Readers tell BUILDER about the new products that stood out to them at the 2017 International Builders’ Show. Last month at the 2017 International Builders’ Show and Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, the editors at [READ MORE]
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Departments

A Win-Win for First-Time Home Buyers

Pending legislation could benefit many Iowans. In Iowa the percentage of home sales attributed to first-time buyers has dropped steadily since the housing bubble burst in 2008. If a bill before the Iowa Senate passes, [READ MORE]
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A Conversation With

A Conversation With Linda Westergaard

Advocacy, volunteerism, safety are top priorities for new president. In January, Linda Westergaard was sworn in as the 2017 president of the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®. Westergaard oversees the group’s 2,000 members. She [READ MORE]