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Understanding Adverse Possession (And How to Protect Your Land)
Adverse possession might sound like a legal buzzword, but it’s something every landowner should understand—because if you're not careful, someone else could claim ownership of your property without paying a dime.

Kari Stone
Apr 16


The 80/20 Rule of Real Estate: Embracing Imperfection in Your Dream Home
When searching for the perfect home, many buyers dream of finding a property that checks every single box on their list. Reality check:...

Kari Stone
Mar 31


Have you ever noticed how real estate tends to move in cycles?
It usually follows a 10-year pattern through four key phases: expansion, peak, slowdown, and recovery. From 2010 to 2019, we saw a solid...
Sara Hopkins
Mar 5


Psst... maybe it's time to stop looking for your dream home. Look for this instead!
Ok.. you may be totally ready to find your dream home and I am here for that as well! 🙌 But… if your dream home isn’t within reach right...
Sara Hopkins
Jan 22


🏡✨ Why Union Park is the Perfect Investment for Your Future! 🌳🚀
As a realtor passionate about helping you find not just a home, but a smart investment, I can confidently say that Union Park stands out...
Sara Hopkins
Jan 21


Discover the Heart of Your Community: Neighborhood Associations in Des Moines, IA
When you think about what makes a neighborhood truly special, it’s often the people and the sense of community that come to mind.

Tori Shanks
Oct 30, 2024


Spooktacular Halloween Yard Display Tours in Des Moines: Experience the Magic of Fall
As the vibrant fall leaves begin to fall and the crisp air settles in, Halloween enthusiasts gear up for one of the most exciting times...
Sara Hopkins
Oct 24, 2024


How to Win a Bidding War Without the Highest Offer: Strategies That Work
In today’s competitive real estate market, many buyers are finding themselves in bidding wars, even at different price points
Sara Hopkins
Oct 15, 2024


What's with all the real estate changes? How does this impact buyers and sellers?
Learn about the Real Estate Transparency Act
Sara Hopkins
Aug 14, 2024


Have You Checked Out Easter Lake in Des Moines Recently?
Have You Checked Out Easter Lake in Des Moines Recently?

Sara Hopkins
May 31, 2024


Decoding the "Seller's Market": What Your Realtor Is Trying to Tell You
If you've recently dipped your toes into the real estate market in the Des Moines metro or have been considering buying or selling a...

Kari Stone
Mar 18, 2024


Answering the Question "How Much Is My House Worth?"
As a REALTOR, “how much is my house worth” is one of the most popular questions we receive. Determining the value of your home is a...

Kari Stone
Feb 14, 2024


H.O.W.- Home Ownership for Women
Sara Hopkins Real Estate Team announces the launch of a groundbreaking course designed to empower women in their journey towards...
Sara Hopkins
Feb 2, 2024


When will housing prices go down?
But first...who remembers the episode of "Everybody Loves Raymond" about the luggage on the staircase? Ray and Debra had gone to...

Katey Farrell
Nov 9, 2023


Staging To Sell
It's Katey here popping in to share some knowledge as the busier months of real estate settle down. This tip is for the sellers. Winter...

Katey Farrell
Nov 8, 2023
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