I am by no means a realty expert, but I have bought and sold three different homes in three different states. I have worked with at least 5 different realtors and I have had good and bad experiences.

I loved working with Sara. Sara is friendly, personable, professional, courteous. She is hardworking and patient. We were moving to the area from out of state and didn't know what neighborhood, what school district, what kind of home we wanted to be in. We don't have our own contacts for things like painting, contracting, cleaning, etc. We knew almost nothing at all about the area, but that didnt' stop me from having a very particular set of wish lists. One of my most important items was a house that had its own mailbox (I know, its weird. Its like a white picket fence for me. My very own version of the American dream). There is no way to search for a neighborhood that has its own mailboxes (and not mailbox centers or whatever they are called in the newer neighborhoods), but Sara called friends and other realtors, trying to get first dibs on anything that might come up that fit this particular need. I also wanted a house built between 1986 and 2005. It seemed like a large date range to me, but apparently not so much. I wanted the house to have daylight windows or a walkout basement. At one point, my search yielded only 2 homes in the entire metro area. That didn't stop Sara.

Sara showed us probably 30 different homes, at least, and we'd talked about countless others through online searches. Since we were from out of town, we could only meet on the weekends, and Sara would take a huge chunk of her weekend to help us look. She would send us a list early in the week, I'd star the ones I liked, and Sara would drive through the neighborhood to see if they had their own mailboxes, if the development was settled, if there were mature trees. Sara learned exactly what we were looking for and went out of her way to help us find it. We were at the tail end of our search and I was tired, ready to be moved and ready to concede on a lot of my wishes. I was talking myself into a house that really just wouldn't have worked for my family, and rather than pressure me (which I have had other realtors do) and just try to make the commission, Sara reminded me that you shouldn't have to talk yourself into buying a home. It shouldn't be such a terribly difficult decision. You like it and it works for you, or it doesn't. I really appreciated that.

The house we ultimately found didn't fulfill my entire wish list (obviously, no house ever does), but we love it and it really fits my family and the stage of life that we are currently in. Since we were new to the area, Sara recommended to us mortgage brokers, painters, movers, cleaners, appraisers, even a preschool for my son! When there was an issue with the sellers and the closing date, Sara practically moved mountains to ensure that the sellers would be out of the house and we'd be able to move in as planned, without making anything more stressful for us. Buying or selling is necessarily a stressful process, but when you have the right agent, it goes a LOT smoother. I highly recommend Sara.

Sara made this whole process easy. She is very knowledgeable, but most importantly she cares about helping you. I will be recommending her to my friends and family, and will be working with her again in the future. Thanks so much Sara!

Sara and her team were as inconsiderate as the house flippers that hired her!
No concern for the neighbors home owner rights...!
YOU HAVE worked with flippers because that's what bought the house next to me! You should learn how to read and honor easements! Yet that really wouldnt excuse your blatant disregard of my sincere text!
Yet...who cares if you walk on those around you in order to make a sale!

Sara came highly recommended to me by a dear friend and rightly so! She was amazing from start to finish during our real-estate transaction. Not only attentive to every detail but also to our personal needs. I know I have not only a realtor for life but also a new friend. You will be so glad you choose Sara and her team for your next house hunt!

Sara and her team were very helpful throughout our selling process. Sara was sincere and honest about the housing market and pricing to sell. She and her team were generous with their time and helpful tips to prepare our home for sale. Sara was also sensitive to our needs for scheduling showings and open houses.

Sara Hopkins took the experience of buying a home to another level. She was so professional, patient, and found me the home of my dreams! I highly recommend Sara - she will take such good care of you when buying or selling your home.

Sara is so informative and helpful to work with as a first time homebuyer or seller. Her team helps answer all of your questions in a timely manner and you can tell that they are truly keeping your best interests at heart when working on your transaction. We recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell in the Des Moines area.

Sara went above and beyond to help us find the perfect home for our family. She always had our back and was quick to respond to any question we had. She is caring, trusting and knowledgeable. Sara and her team - truly the best of the best. She will be our realtor for life!

Sara was very aggressive and attentive. Sara knows her job. She also went above and beyond what most Realators do. We are out of state so Sara took on the task of more than a Realator selling our property. She treated it as her own private property I every aspect

Sara did an outstanding job and definitely exceeded my expectations in selling my house! She was very professional, knowledgeable and also a fun to work with. I relied on her guidance through the whole process, she made sure she took care of every detail and helped me manage various stressful situations. We received a full offer just 24 hours after listing the house for sale and closed on it within 60 days. I would definitely recommend Sara and her team to anyone who is looking for excellent results and a great team to work with!

Sara did a great job, she and her team were there for every detail. I know that it can be hard to justify paying realtor fees, she and her team were worth every penny. They made a stressful life event as seamless as possible, always available for a phone call, text or meeting.

Kari was referred to us by a friend and she was truly great to work with during our home selling process. Kari understood the importance of selling our house as quickly as possible. Kari was very knowledgeable with the market and the comparables to appropriately list our house for selling success. Kari and her team kept us up to date throughout the process, from getting our home ready to list to closing day. We felt comfortable reaching out to her with any questions we had. Kari helped us with our HOA to get inspection items corrected and to inform them of our selling the home. If anyone is in search of a realtor, Kari and her team are great to with with through the process.

Sara Hopkins - Realtor of the year, for real. I found Sara on Instagram and from there checked out her website, with all the resources she has on her site from blogs about the current housing market to step-by-step plans, it was an easy decision without even meeting her! lol! After meeting her and touring some houses she was extremely knowledgeable and made my first home buying experience a walk in the park. She was there every step of the way, answering all 10,000 questions I had(with enthusiasm), couldn't have gone any smoother. 10/10

We had a great experience from the beginning while working with Sara and her team. Her knowledge of the market was invaluable during the entire process, especially since we were purchasing from out of state. Everyone was always quick to respond and thorough in their explanations, which helped give us peace of mind in what can easily be a stressful situation. I'd highly recommend Sara and her team if you're looking to buy or sell in Des Moines.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Sara Hopkins as our real estate agent, and we cannot recommend her highly enough! From our very first meeting, Sara's professionalism, dedication, and genuine passion for helping her clients shone through. She went above and beyond at every step of the process to sell our home. Her extensive knowledge of Des Moines area real estate and pricing trends helped us set the best market price for our home. Her keen eye for detail and deep understanding of the real estate landscape made us feel confident and well-guided throughout the entire process. However, what truly sets Sara apart is her unwavering commitment to her clients. She was always available to answer our questions, address any concerns, and provide timely updates. Her dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients is truly commendable. Beyond her professional expertise, her honesty, integrity, and genuine passion for real estate make her a standout in the industry. Sara is an agent who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and truly cares about your needs. She is a true gem, and we are incredibly grateful for her outstanding service.

Sara and her team made buying a home seamless. My husband and I were moving to the area from out-of-state and needed to find the right home rather quickly as we also have our first child on the way. Sara looked at a lot of homes with us and her local knowledge was very helpful throughout as she helped us narrow down the right area for our family. The day our house was put on the market, Sara went over to the house, and we knew right away it was the one. The same day, Sara put in our offer and we got the house! Her team kept us well-informed of the process throughout closing and the entire team made the transaction so easy! We would recommend Sara and her team again and again!

Sara is a true class act. She is extremely knowledgable about Des Moines, the current market and has the ability to set realistic expectations about what to expect as you sell or purchase a property. The process of moving is very stressful and Sara's expertise and ability to complete the transaction gave us the ability to focus on the move, instead of worrying about possible road blocks. I would recommend Sara and her team to anyone who is looking for a real estate professional who can get the job done in a professional and skillful way!

What can I say, Sara is simply amazing and supported by an outstanding team! Sara sold my home and helped me find the most wonderful home to right-size to. Sara is not just a realtor, she provides emotional support, she listens, she responds quickly and she makes you feel that your needs and wants are of the utmost importance. The communication with Sara and her team throughout the process of buying and selling was incredible. The lengths that Sara went to to solicit feedback after every showing was nothing short of impressive, and so timely. Whitney, a member of Sara�s kept me informed of where we were on the sale process regularly, utilizing a checklist to document exactly where I was in the buying and selling process; this was so incredibly helpful! Sara found me an amazing home. I didn�t make it easy, I had a narrow geographical area I was interested in and there was low inventory, but she was so attuned to my wants. As soon as the place I would eventually buy was on the market, Sara recommended we look at it, I told after the showing that I knew this was my home. Sara went to work with marketing and strategizing to get my home sold so I could buy the new home. I cannot possibly recommend Sara and her team enough! She will exceed all expectations in the sale and/ or purchase of your home. Many thanks to Sara for all of her hard work in always looking out for my best interests!

Katey was amazing at helping me organize my needs and wants during my search for homes. She showed me a variety of houses within my price range and guided me in flushing out what amenities were worth to me when considering bidding a home. She adapted to my schedule to view homes and followed up with me regularly. I felt supported by Katey from the selection process through final signatures and key handoff. I would use Katey again without hesitation.

If I could give Sara Hopkins and her team more than five stars, I absolutely would! From start to finish, Sara made the home-buying process an absolute breeze. Her professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail are unmatched. She and her team are incredibly attentive, always available to answer questions, and genuinely care about making the experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. Sara's knowledge and expertise helped me feel confident every step of the way, and she went above and beyond to ensure I found the perfect home. I can honestly say I would buy (or sell) a house over and over again if I knew Sara and her team were by my side. If you're looking for a real estate agent who is not only excellent at what she does but also a joy to work with, look no further. Thank you, Sara, for making this such a positive and memorable experience!

Sara and team made the very stressful process of home selling streamlined and easy. They were always ahead of the next step letting us know what was coming up and ensuring things happened timely. We felt confident with our sales strategy with their expertise and guidance.

Great office with open space and great real estate agents. Always a warm welcome and good energy here!

Sara was great to work with! We sold and bought with her this spring and it was a super smooth process! She is very knowledgeable about the process and is very helpful with pros and cons on the houses you are looking at. She tries to be very responsive and if she cannot respond her staff is wonderful and very helpful with questions! If we ever decide to buy or sell again we will definitely use Sara!

We bought and sold with Sara and could not have had a better experience. She knows her market, is an incredible negotiator and advisor, and has built strong relationships with so many different vendors you may need in the buying/selling process. But beyond that, Sara truly understands that her job isn�t just about buying and selling houses; it�s about people and the place they call home, and that makes all the difference in how she works with you and everyone involved in the process. She and her team are incredibly knowledgeable, responsive and organized. They sent regular progress reports and to-do lists so we knew what was going on before we even knew to ask. We always felt like we were their only client - whether it was during our year-long search for a house or during the sale of our house, when they had 13 other closings happening in a month. We loved working with them and can�t recommend them enough!

Sara and Katey were amazing to work with! I was a first time home buyer and they made the process simple and straight forward. Even months after closing they are still making the home buying process a joy. I've found my long-term real estate agents!

Sara, Katey, and team are seriously THE BEST! I cannot recommend them enough to anyone and everyone. My husband and I have now had them help us through the buying process and the selling process, so we have worked with them on both sides of the deal and both experiences were so great! We chose to sell during a very hectic time in our lives, and would not have survived the process without them. They made the entire experience very pain free. We certainly did not know the first thing about selling, but Sara and her team were always just an email or text away. We reached out nonstop with questions and never felt like we were a nuisance to them. They were always so kind and helpful to make sure we felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. With their help we were able to list our home, have ~14 showings, and receive several above-asking offers all in one day! If we ever decide to buy in the DSM area again we will not hesitate to reach back out to Sara for help!

Sara and her team did an amazing job helping us sell our home. It was a hard sell with lots of nuisances from outside parties. Not once did Sara let us get discouraged. She just pivoted and moved forward with every obstacle that came out way.

So helpful in explaining all the parts in the sell of our house and the buying of the new one. Never made us feel stupid about asking a question. We really felt like she was there to make sure we got what we wanted and help us determine what we needed. Sara and her team always put our needs first. The only reason we wouldn't use them again is because they helped us find our perfect home and we don't plan on leaving anytime soon!!

Sara is a dear friend and when I was looking for a realtor to help sell my place I knew I could count on her. The listing was on the market for only a week and we found a potential buyer. Being that I live across the country having someone that I could trust keep me in the loop in terms of communication was very important and Whitney, Sara's admin assistant sent me weekly updates on a weekly basis. I know Sara's got a ton of listings she's working on, so she personally kept me in the loop as much as she could although I did have to initiate reach out to seek information. Sara provided me with a good overview and had given me good direction, to negotiate with the buyer, who after the appraisal wanted to increase the buying price for financing. When needing to have repairs post inspection, Sara provided great recommendations that were also very reliable! Overall, I'd highly recommend working with Sara!

Kari helped us both sell our previous home and find our new dream home. We felt at ease the entire time. Over the course of about 9 months, she helped us navigate a low-inventory, competitive sellers market in search of our dream home. She advised us while keeping our best interests in mind, helped alleviate any concerns, was patient with us, and went above and beyond at every point of the buying and selling process. When our house sold (within one day!), we ran into some unexpected issues that required a lot of careful navigation with several different parties, and Kari was masterful at that. She's also very well connected in the area and had a connection for everything under the sun; from contractors to electricians to lenders. She's also a dog lover, which was a huge plus to us! We'd recommend Kari to anyone trying to buy or sell and will use her again if we decide to move in the future.

Tori is a phenomenal realtor! We had such a great experience I can't recommend her enough. We worked over a couple month period to pin down a great house. Tori was really dialed in with the Des Moines market and many unique opportunities. She is exceptional at staying in communication and was responsive to all of our requests. She was such a great help in closing, identifying issues with a keen eye, and really going above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. This is the fifth home purchase we have made in our life journey and Tori was far and away the best realtor we have ever had!!!

Sara and her Team are very knowledgeable and helpful. They went above and beyond helping us buy and sell our homes. You couldn't ask for a better realtor!

Tori Shanks was extremely professional as she worked through the details of listing and selling our dad's home. After we held a household sale, Tori used her resources that allowed us to place several pieces of furniture and small appliances with folks who needed them. Tori met with these folks several times at the home several times to complete the process. She also got bids for trash removal, ceiling repair, painting, siding repair, and radon mediation. Tori kept in close contact with the three of us and welcomed our questions throughout the process. In the end, we found the ideal family that loved the house that had been our family home since 1965. I highly recommend Tori Shanks as your realtor.

Sara was absolutely amazing! We were moving from out of town to the Des Moines area and she helped us find the home of our dreams. She went over and above what most realtors do and we are forever grateful to her for that! I highly recommend Sara and her team. We would never use anyone else in the Des Moines area. Thank you Sara! You're the BEST!

Sara was very helpful with the entire process. She was very timely in her communication and went above and beyond, even setting up repairs for us. She treated us like family and made a stressful process so much easier! We would recommend her to anyone!

Sara is flat out amazing! As first time homeowners it was imperative for us to feel comfortable with whomever we worked with given how nuanced the home buying process is. Sara eased all worry and was there with us every step of the way. She even went to bat for us and negotiated some elements of the process that I didn�t know were negotiable. I really wish I could give her more than 5 stars! She was caring, thoughtful, and honest. You cannot ask for a better personality to navigate the process.

We have worked with Sara and her team several times on multiple properties, buying and selling and have always been highly impressed throughout the process. Sara and her team were always available to us at any time to answer any questions or concerns. We highly recommend Sara and will never work with anyone else!

Sara made this whole process easy. She is very knowledgeable, but most importantly she cares about helping you. I will be recommending her to my friends and family, and will be working with her again in the future. Thanks so much Sara!

I recommend Sara 100% We were new to the area, and decided to rent for a year. When it came time to buy, we had very specific location requirements designed to keep our son in his elementary school. Sara was very targeted and thoughtful in what homes she recommended we consider. We placed an offer on two homes. For the first, we were ultimately outbid but Sara fought tooth and nail for us through the process, staying in constant contact with us and the seller's agent. For the second home, our offer was accepted and we're in the process of moving in. As we looked at, considered, and made an offer on our new home, the time Sara took to get to know us really paid off in the honest and helpful advice she offered along the way. For the entire process, Sara and her team were good communicators, demonstrated our best interests were at heart, and were pleasant to work with. If the time comes to sell our home, Sara will be the first person I talk to.

Sara was patient and worked with me and my wife to locate the perfect home. She quickly answered questions and provided timely advice on inspection matters. We have already recommended Sara to others, including our daughter and her husband who were able to find a home with one of Sara's associates.

Sara and her team worked SO HARD for us during our recent home buying experience. She helped us navigate the ropes in a new community and worked tirelessly in getting us through our negotiations, inspections and final walk through. She is not only so very personable, but also so knowledgeable in all things real estate!

We could go on and on about how truly amazing Sara Hopkins was for us searching for our next home. We reached out to Sara, as we heard good things about her through mutual friends, almost 2 years before we actually sold our 1st home and bought our 2nd house! Not only was Sara extremely patient with us in navigating when the right time was for us to sell our house, she worked tirelessly to help us find our next house. Sara and her team is extremely knowledgeable and makes the whole process between selling and buying much less of a pain. We can not recommend Sara Hopkins enough.

Kari was so easy to work with and was a joy to be around. She was very knowledgeable about all of the things that needed to be done in order to buy a home. She was very enthusiastic and positive throughout the entire process. She truly made my first home buying experience, a breeze! I would highly recommend Kari Stone to anybody looking to buy their first, or any home!

Sara was prompt in showing us properties upon request, like less than a day, sometimes on the spot! Very important in a fast paced market. She was informed, and found answers quickly. Sara also sold our home. On the market 2 days, it sold above asking price! Super friendly, too!

Working with Sara as our realtor has been a fantastic experience. As first time homebuyers, in 2013, we thought we knew what we wanted, but Sara was patient and helpful and asked a lot of questions so she could be sure that she was showing us homes that fit with our lifestyle and needs. Sara's knowledge of the housing market, local builders, and the home buying process is vast, but what really sets her apart is that she truly cares about each of her clients. She treated us like we were her only priority in the world and gave us her full attention. In 2019, when we looked to sell our first home and purchase our "forever" home we again turned to Sara. For our second home we had fairly specific criteria on what we were looking for and Sara searched until she found us the perfect fit. Due to the fact that she had given us fantastic advice on our first home we were able to invest the proceeds from our first home into the next property - a place we are so excited to call home. We would highly recommend working with Sara and her team. She is simply the best realtor in Central Iowa!

Selling our home to move out of state was emotional. Additionally, selling a home comes with the usual stressors of preparing to put one's home on the market and worry about getting a fair price. However, Sara and her team were 100% A-MAZING! They treat their clients and homes with respect. We experienced a few curveballs during the sale of our home and Sara took it all in stride with great problem-solving skills and sharp negotiating advice. Sara's expertise and knowledge of her field is obvious and put us at ease. My husband and I are eternally grateful we had her in our corner as we went through the process of selling our home and would absolutely recommend Sara Hopkins and her team!

It sold! Sara had evaluated the home 8 months prior to us listing with her. When she listed, she listened to our thoughts on price and was willing to list where we wanted but also quickly showed documentation to support why we needed to consider a different price range. The showings started and an offer soon followed.

I truly believe we would not be in this home if not for Sara! She worked incredibly hard for us and was great at helping us navigate the Des Moines market from 1,000 miles away. She really got to know us and we couldn't recommend her more.

Because life happens, we have used Sara more than once. She never disappoints. The thing we appreciated most about Sara is her confidence in handling anything that came our way. We navigated selling and buying during COVID and she took care of everything. She is understanding, supportive and so much more than just a realtor.

We decided to hire Sara as our realtor and she arrived at our house with a binder full of information not only on our property, but comps of the entire neighborhood, stats of homebuyers around the city and also a list of potential buyers already ready to go once we were ready to list. It was clear that she new the neighborhood, the city, the market and this gave us confidence going into what would might otherwise have been a stressful situation. The house sold immediately but had a long close. Sara managed the entire process. She kept the sellers to a timeline and moved them and their lenders along. She kept us in the loop with regular email and also did so with kindness and optimism. I felt like the sale of our home was a priority for here and that went a long way. I would definitely recommend Sara.

I am very thankful to have met Sara through Lead Like a Lady. I knew exactly who I was going to use as a realtor when I started the home buying process. Sara made the process seamless! Half of the time, I felt overwhelmed by the "crash course" of knowledge I was gaining, but I was so happy to have her by my side along the way. She encouraged me to get all of the tests, scoping and precautionary items checked off to ensure that the home I was buying would not have any surprises down the road. I have sense heard nightmare stories from other homeowners who did not have a smart, rock star realtor, like Sara. I'm very grateful for her knowledge and expertise from start to finish. I also appreciate a strong woman who is not afraid to have hard conversations in negotiations. She has gone above and beyond to provide excellent service and I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell ---- Thanks, Sara!

Sara is exceptional at what she does in a sea of opportunities. She is organized, smart, and professional. Somehow she balances being direct yet kind, likes to help you dream of what a home purchase can be but also wholeheartedly practical when she doesn't think something is a good fit for you and your family. And if you still want to dream about a project home, she'll tell you the weak points that you'll need to consider fixing (and in your offers) and give you recommendations promptly of who she likes to help out with your projects. She also advocates for you if things get real in negotiation. She's a top realtor in the Des Moines area but never makes you feel like your questions and time are not her #1 priority. Everyone has to make their own choice in finding a realtor to work with. Yet I think you'll be hard pressed to find someone who does what Sara does and how she does it. I wish you the best of luck in finding your dream home(s) and hope Sara can help you the way she's helped me and my family.

Sara made my home buying experience a joy. She is friendly, knowledgeable, empathetic and totally dedicated to making sure that her clients are satisfied. The best real estate agent I have ever dealt with.

We were new to the area, and decided to rent for a year. When it came time to buy, we had very specific location requirements designed to keep our son in his elementary school. Sara was very targeted and thoughtful in what homes she recommended we consider.

We placed an offer on two homes. For the first, we were ultimately outbid but Sara fought tooth and nail for us through the process, staying in constant contact with us and the seller's agent. For the second home, our offer was accepted and we're in the process of moving in. As we looked at, considered, and made an offer on our new home, the time Sara took to get to know us really paid off in the honest and helpful advice she offered along the way.

For the entire process, Sara and her team were good communicators, demonstrated our best interests were at heart, and were pleasant to work with.

If the time comes to sell our home, Sara will be the first person I talk to.

We cannot stop raving about Sara Hopkins! We decided to work with Sara because we felt she was so connected to the community around her and passionate about helping families find the right home at the right time, which was important for us � not just to find a house, but to find a home. What we didn�t know when we started the process, was that the world would seemingly come to a stop in the middle of our home-buying journey due to COVID-19, but Sara did not. She NEVER stops working for her clients. She kept us informed every step of the way, gave us thoughtful advice and recommendations on various services to utilize to make the selling/moving process easier, listened to our concerns, answered all of our questions patiently and confidently negotiated and stepped in when it was necessary to help close a deal. On top of that � Sara is just an amazing person to be around and genuinely cares about her clients. Because she is an incredible realtor, we landed our dream home, that we look forward to making many, many memories in our home with our family and friends.

Working with Sara was a dream come true! We came to her in a panic with a stressful situation. My sister referred her to us and we�ve heard great things! We decided to go on a whim and contact her, and see if she could help us. And she did! We found our dream home, but did not start the process to sell our house. Sara and her team worked with us nonstop, got our house on the market quickly, sold in a few days, and helped us secure our dream home in a location we love! We cannot thank Sara and her team enough for helping us get the perfect home! Sara is very knowledgeable, efficient, professional, and kind. Best realtor in Des Moines! THANK YOU!

Kari was wonderful to work with. She is very knowledgeable and her personal touch helps the process of selling a house go smoothly. She communicates quickly and efficiently. I very much enjoyed working with Kari!

Was very professional and met every single want and need when buying a house!!!

We could go on and on about how truly amazing Sara Hopkins was for us searching for our next home. We reached out to Sara, as we heard good things about her through mutual friends, almost 2 years before we actually sold our 1st home and bought our 2nd house! Not only was Sara extremely patient with us in navigating when the right time was for us to sell our house, she worked tirelessly to help us find our next house. Our search criteria was constantly evolving and Sara continued to support us and help us find what we were looking for.. even if we weren't quite as sure as we thought we were. Any future needs, we are immediately going to bug Sara and know we are in good hands!

Tori Shanks was an absolute dream to work with! She expertly guided us through both the buying and selling process, making what could have been a stressful experience feel seamless and exciting. Her professionalism, knowledge, and dedication are truly unmatched. We couldn't be happier with our new home and highly recommend Tori to anyone looking for a top-notch realtor!

The process of preparing my home to sell felt overwhelming and you helped me through it. I appreciate your empathy for my huge life change and attentiveness throughout the process of selling my home and finding my new home. You were patient with me in my negotiation decisions.

Sara and her team have been our go-to real estate team for over a decade now. They're friendly, professional, responsive and always go above and beyond with customer service to make the (potentially) stressful process of buying and selling a home a breeze for their clients. There's been multiple times that I have been less than ideal and have done a complete 180 on initial plans and Sara handles all of it with ease and keeps things moving in whatever direction my crazy, indecisiveness takes us. They truly care about their clients and as a perk, they host fun client appreciation events throughout the year. I also enjoy their monthly newsletter even when I'm not in the market of buying or selling a home.

Sara is THE BEST at what she does.I've worked with a few other agents in the past for previous home purchases, and I found Sara and her team after searching online for an agent to help us find our new house. I wish I had found her earlier, because she is amazing. She is patient, hard working, and is an excellent negotiator. I worked with both she and Katey during our home buying process and they were both so helpful. I had so many questions and they always had the answer for me.

The one thing about Sara that sets her apart from other realtors I've worked with is that when walking through a home or looking at properties online she provides frequent honest and thoughtful commentary. She notices things I would not have (both good and bad) and isn't afraid to point them out. I would reccomend Sara and her team to anyone looking for a knowledgable, hardworking and honest realtor.

Sara was great to work with when we sold and then bought our new place. She was determined to find us the right home. She was detail oriented and creative. Her staff were very patient and friendly. I hope to never move again, but if I do then I will use Sara.

Simply put, Sara Hopkins is a treasure to the community, to the country, and truly, the world. Not only as a person, but as someone who strives to push the envelope of what it means to be a high quality realtor. Her ability to be well rounded and open minded allows her team and her clients to be themselves, and express concerns and needs in order to accomplish the end goal. My husband and I thought our end goal would stop at our "forever house" just outside of Des Moines, when in the end, our dreams got bigger and much more complex when we decided to head to the Pacific Northwest. We had never been more grateful to have Sara as our Realtor in the midst of an aggressive market. She has an amazing ability to pivot when something is needed at a moment's notice! Without her and her team's efforts, we would have never gotten to own the home we have today. My husband and I are forever grateful for her willingness to stand up to any obstacle that came our way and always having our backs. It's that feeling of reassurance that not just any person can give you in the midst of a challenging life situation. Sara was our realtor; our person that understood our passion for our dreams ahead of us. And she made them come TRUE!!! If you are looking for your "happily ever after," Sara and her team will give you the encouragement, the tools, the resources, and above all, the possibility to make it happen. Trust us, we have certainly experienced it for ourselves :) Thank you so much to you and your team Sara, we look forward to seeing you THRIVE!!

Sara is one of the best realtors I've ever worked with. She is incredibly strategic and is always able to offer advice and counsel throughout the frequently stressful home selling/buying process. She knows when to talk you off the ledge and reassure you that everything will work out fine. And it usually does! We were incredibly happy with our home selling experience with Sara and would highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home.

My husband and I recently worked with the Sara Hopkins Real Estate Team on the purchase of our home in Des Moines. We can't say enough good things about the experience of working with Sara and Katey. Not only are they truly enjoyable people to work with, they are incredibly knowledgable about the area and market. We could tell they always had our best interests in mind, which gave us so much confidence in making the decision to buy our home. After our offer was accepted, their team continued to support us throughout the entire buying process with thoughtful communication and frequent updates. Highly recommend!

Sara was great to work with!! Very efficient and knowledgeable! She listed my house and helped me go through multiple offers in the wild 2021 market! Very easy to work with!

We had the best experience buying and selling our home with Sara and her team! She is knowledgeable, helpful, and honest. We were relatively new to the process and she pointed out things we hadn�t thought of- even when it meant passing on some of the homes she showed us. She was patient and available during our search and helped us find our dream home. Sara made the whole process as easy as possible and even fun! We wholeheartedly recommend Sara and her team and will definitely be calling her again if we ever find ourselves in the market in the future.

Sara treated us like family. She understood disappointments and challenges, and she was very patient. Sara was also determined to find us the perfect home, and she did!

Sara was the first real estate professional that we've used. We sold our last two homes by owner. From the moment she pitched her services to us until we received the proceeds from the sale, we were totally impressed with Sara. She made us feel as if we were her only client...100% dependable, always available at a moment's notice. We sold our home in a very dynamic time in the housing market. Several times we began to doubt ourselves and our strategy. Sara helped us keep our cool and stay the course. We were very satisfied with the outcome. We highly recommend Sara!

Sara led me through a challenging market, right as the interest rates spiked. She provided me helpful feedback and guidance without trying to steer the ship on her own. She brought helpful support to ensure the presentation was optimal. When we found a buyer, she negotiated fairly and successfully! Would be glad to work with Sara again in the future.

What can I tell you about Sara that convinces you she's better than anyone else? From the initial meeting at the first house to the tenth house to the multiple offers to closing, it was clear that she wanted what was best for us and was going to work as hard as possible to make it happen. Her years of experience as a realtor and her knowledge of homes in the market were invaluable. As we walked through homes, she would point out things as we went, whether they were assets or liabilities. I trust Sara completely and still bug her with questions even now that we're in our new home! She is truly a partner and trusted advisor and when it comes to one of the biggest decisions you'll make, Sara is the person you want in your corner and by your side.

Katey was terrific. I had a home that I knew was time to sell, but had no idea how to. Believe me this house was not in the best of shape; Which left me worried on if or what to do? Then came Katey. She helped me in so many ways. From beginning process, through to the end. From the first time we talked I knew she was the one that could help, and she did. Thank you so much Katey.

Sara and her team were absolutely amazing to work with! From our first FaceTime meeting to looking at countless houses over 6 months, she went above and beyond. She was open and honest about every house we looked at. The communication was wonderful and she knows her stuff! We definitely feel like we hit the jackpot with her. We've bought and sold a few homes and this was by far our best experience. Not only did she help us find our home in Indianola, she connected us with a realtor in Iowa City to sell our home there. It had been on the market for 6+ months, when she introduced us to a colleague of hers who we switched to and got it sold within ONE week of switching IC realtors. She's great at what she does and we definitely consider her a friend. I would never hesitate to reach out to her with any question. 10/10!

Sara is a tireless professional. We loved working with her and she made selling our house easier than we ever thought possible. She's incredibly knowledgable and provides reliable advice. She's also a genuine and kind person, which makes working with her even nicer. We're looking forward to working with her and her team again.

Katey is incredible! She went above and beyond to help my husband and I find our perfect home. When I say above and beyond, she literally drove way out of DSM at late hours of the night to accommodate our needs. She was extremely honest about each home we went to see and Without her guidance, I would have probably been in a crappy house and unhappy. She was the sanity I needed through this insane market. We love her and she's earned every ounce of our trust and respect! Thanks, Katey!

Very passionate and helpful staff, an asset to the neighborhood.

Sara is an amazing woman and wonderful person to be around and work with. She has made every step of our home buying journey enjoyable and easy to understand; she is a wealth of knowledge! My husband and I love Sara and would recommend her and her team to anyone who is new in town and looking for their perfect home!

Kari was a complete joy to work with. She helped us start the house hunting process, but based on how things went it transitioned to building a home. She connected us with a great local husband and wife team that brought our vision to life all while we worked with Kari to find a lot. As small business owners it was important for us to work with other local small businesses who pride themselves on good customer service and delivering a quality product. It was a win across the board and thankful to have been able to create a great team to build our forever home.

There are so many great things about our experience with Sara Hopkins that I don't know if I have enough room to list them all. Sara helped us Buy our New home and list our old home for sale. For the purchase of our new home Sara represented both seller and buyers and did an amazing job representing both sides. We didn't feel like she was looking out for the other side's interest more than the other. The process of buying the new home was our best experience every purchasing a home and without Sara I doubt it would have gone the same way. When it came to selling our old home Sara was on top of it. She helped us through the process, gave us all our options and never tried to get us to make a decision based on what would be better for her interest. We had complications during closing due to some title issues on our end and it looked like we wouldn't make the closing date or even close on the house. Sara's exact words were "I solve problems and that's what I do." She kept her word and she helped us solve every extremely complex issue and we closed on time! I wouldn't recommend anyone else in town except Sara and her team. You can't go wrong with someone that gives you their all plus some.

Sara and her team are truly AMAZING to work with! As first time homebuyers, my husband and I had no idea what we were doing. The first thing we wanted to do was choose a realtor, so meeting with Sara was the very first step of our home-buying experience. She was very organized, friendly and helpful from the get go, and really helped put us at ease. She was always happy to answer questions (ranging anywhere from how to choose a bank to which home renovation projects will be most beneficial for resale value). Although we worked with one of Sara's associates more than Sara, we always felt like we could get ahold of her if we needed to, and never felt like we weren't worth her time. In addition, Katey was also great to work with. We weren't living in Des Moines when we were trying to buy our home, so we had to get a lot of showings set up all at once to make our trips to Des Moines worth it. In addition, there would be times where we would see a listing last-minute and Katey and/or Sara would make it possible for us to see the home same day. Sara and her team really go above and beyond to help you find the right home, they are willing to give their personal and professional opinions, and they truly show that they care about you finding your perfect home. When it came time for us to put in our offer and go through negotiations, Sara and Katey both fought for us to get a fair deal that we were comfortable with. I would recommend Sara and her team in heartbeat!

Buying my first home this year was the smoothest process thanks to Sara. I am in the mortgage industry but have never bought my own home and didnt know exactly what I wanted. I knew what I didn't want and the areas I wanted to live. Sara helped guide me in every step of the process! She is someone that will be honest with you about her thoughts and that is exactly what I needed throughout this process. I trusted her when my family couldn't be around and she helped me when I had some hiccups with my lender! Overall if your in need of a realtor I wouldn't recommend anyone different whether your a seasoned or new homeowner!

Katey is so great! She has helped us buy 2 homes now and has been a pleasure to work with both times. Not to mention, she also sold both of our previous homes in less than a week. She is incredibly helpful, knowledgable, and is always willing to give advice. I love that she is straight forward and will work hard to get the job done quickly.

Sara and her team were very attentive to our needs, always responding promptly. They even met us at their office at 7 p.m. on a Sunday to put together our offer letter. Throughout the process they kept us updated on where we were and what needed to be completed. When a couple of requested updates that came up during the inspection weren't completed to the satisfaction of the inspector, they worked with the seller's realtor to get the matter addressed right away and at no cost to us.

If I could give more stars I would!!!! Sara is amazing she sold me not one but two homes and each time she took all my request plus had my best interest in mind. We all know you sometimes have to take some "wants" out. Sara always identified what was most important and then would not let me settle. With my first house she showed me probably 20-30 houses and I was hopeless until she suggested a house just 10minutes further from what I thought I needed and it was just what I needed. On my second home she knew me well enough and heard what my growing family needed, I gave her a list and she showed 3-4 homes I picked out, then she added an additional home. That was the one! We got a bargain both times and have been nothing but happy! Lastly, she had the best positive attitude and energy. She really is unique. She always seals the deal and listens. Added bonuses- she still 4 years later sends an invite to a event paid by her to show her appreciation to all her clients. For example last year our entire family went to the pumpkin patch for free, got a family photos taken, and hot apple cider. She is the best! No regrets!

Look, I'm not an easy client. I'm picky, sarcastic, and grouchy. Kari was extraordinarily patient and showed me a TON of homes, closely paying attention to what I liked and disliked so that she could make ever more accurate discoveries for me. I never once felt rushed or that I was just a 'customer'. I would use her again in a heartbeat. I gave her my criteria (a home in a neighborhood that actually FEELS like a neighborhood, walkable if possible, and a price range). We focused on Windsor Heights and Beaverdale. More than once, I sent her a listing with the message, "what would I NOT like about this property?" and she would answer with honesty by pointing out things she knew I would struggle with but wasn't savvy enough to notice from a listing. After much searching, she sent me the final listing and met me early in the morning for a walkthrough and we knew it was the right one.

No matter how big or small our home purchases and sales have been Sara has always made us feel like her only client!

Sara is the best! We were moving in from out of state and she made the buying process a breeze.

She is thorough and professional and always took the time to ease our concerns or answer our questions. Her and her team were knowledgeable, friendly, and very responsive. She really cares about her clients as well as the community she lives in. She�s someone you definitely want on your team. We are lucky to have found her!

Couldn�t have asked for a better person to help us find our home. We would recommend her to whoever is looking to buy or sell a home in the Des Moines area.

My partner and I are first time home buyers and we decided to go big and have a home built custom rather than buying a pre owned home. Sara could not have been more patient or calming throughout the process, we were both super anxious throughout because of our own anxieties and Sara was very straightforward and respectful with us while also helping us relax and enjoy the process. Her team , with a special shout out to jeni , are absolutely amazing and we are excited to have found a realtor for life

Kari was fantastic to work with! For a first time home buyer, Kari made the process understandable, easy and FUN! She made sure to find the perfect home to fit my style, wants and needs. My dogs and myself can't thank her enough for helping us find the perfect starter home.

Sara went above and beyond for us; she is attentive and knowledgeable and her team is just as amazing.

We were extremely pleased with the services Sara provided in both helping us sell our existing home and find our dream home. Sara was able to sell our existing home in an incredibly short amount of time � 5 days! Sara always kept our best interests at heart, and gave us advice throughout the whole process, she was even able to save us $3,400 in closing costs by recommending other lenders in town that were more competitive than our current bank. Both Sara and her assistant, Katey, were there for us through the entire process, and made it as worry free and smooth as possible. They�re both incredibly professional and friendly, and we cannot have asked for a better real estate agent, guide and friend. Thank you Sara and Katey!

Sara was great to work with! We sold and bought with her this spring and it was a super smooth process! She is very knowledgeable about the process and is very helpful with pros and cons on the houses you are looking at. She tries to be very responsive and if she cannot respond her staff is wonderful and very helpful with questions! If we ever decide to buy or sell again we will definitely use Sara!

Sara is a Great listener. She remembered the must have items and the flexible areas. Sara paid attention to the details. She stayed in touch and always available when I had questions. I never felt pressured or rushed. Sara and her associates made sure every detail was taken care of on time. When an equipment malfunction occurred after moving in Sara went above and beyond to make sure the problem was resolved.

Sara was amazing! Whenever a potential house came up she was on it to get ma all the details. She wouldn't stop until we found the perfect house. She also was amazing in dealing with selling my townhouse. Her quick tips allowed us to move it quickly. Can't say enough good things about our experience with Sara and her team.

Sara is an amazing realtor. She really worked hard for us both times we have bought homes through her. Her negotiations and advice made a big difference in both the purchase price and the changes we wanted the sellers to make before we could commit to the sale. Sara is fast at responding to questions or concerns, and an all-around delightful person - I wouldn't buy a home in the Des Moines metro without her having my back!

We couldn't recommend Sara Hopkins and her wonderful team more highly. From the initial contact to well after the close on our home, Sara went above and beyond our high expectations with her professionalism, communication, and expert knowledge of the local market. As buyers, we felt well represented in the financial transaction. Sara thoroughly explored every scenario regarding the condition of the older home we purchased, and her referrals to home inspectors, structural engineers, and mortgage lenders proved invaluable. Relocating from out of state, Sara's superlative knowledge of local laws and codes put our minds at ease. It was truly a pleasure to work with Sara and her team.

I highly recommend Kari to any first-time homebuyers like me. She's great at explaining every part of the process and helping you take it step by step so it's not overwhelming. Her practical advice was so valuable. She knows the dirt (or has ways to find out what you need to know) about different homeowners associations - important in my case as I wanted a townhouse. Plus, she's fun to talk to and tour houses with. She went above and beyond even after I was under contract to buy my house to help me facilitate remodeling projects. Go with Kari - you'll be glad you did!

I reached out to Sara to help in purchasing a new home during a particularly difficult transition time in life. Sara showed me homes, negotiated for me, assured that everything was properly settled, and basically handled all the little details of the transaction to make my buying experience a true pleasure. I would recommend Sara to anyone who wants to work with a knowledgeable local realtor who truly believes in customer service.