Observations
It Pays to Own a Home
Whether self-employed or a W2 employee, you probably qualify for a tax deduction on your home mortgage interest. You may also be able to deduct the points you paid on your home mortgage. If you [READ MORE]
Articles
Observations
What Do Today’s Homebuyers Really Want?
Homebuyers are getting older; their incomes are growing; and more of them are investing in second homes, according to the National Association of Realtors’ latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. The association’s survey of [READ MORE]
Observations
2014 New Home Market Recap and Start of 2015 Numbers
2014 saw 1,299 NEW single family homes sell through brokerage in the Des Moines market, with 312 new condos and townhomes as well. Ankeny led the way for single family sales with 314 homes, followed [READ MORE]
Featured Story
Seeing the Silver Lining
Lenders see bright spots in the changes ahead. Since the bottom dropped out of the housing market a few years ago, consumers have grown more cautious about their spending habits. Even those who didn’t suffer [READ MORE]
Featured Story
Houzz Survey Finds Kitchens Outlast Most Marriages
Homeowners choosing quality products and design with staying power for a long-term commitment with their kitchen. For the majority of homeowners, the relationship with their kitchen is a significant long term commitment to both function [READ MORE]