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Iowa Ranked #1 State for Housing Affordability
Did you know that Iowa is ranked the #1 state in the nation for housing affordability? And, according to new research from Moneywise and NAR, Iowa has been named the fifth best state for first-time homebuyers with an average down payment requirement of $23,844.34, beating the national, overall average of $43,870.93. They ranked the 50 states based on the median price for houses in each respective state as provided by Zillow and the average down payment percentage of 13%. The average Zillow home value is $183,418. With ample opportunities for businesses to grow, Iowans are equally committed to building lasting communities that hold the honor of low-cost living.
Iowa has also adopted tax-friendly policies, eliminating tax on retirement income and making strides to decrease individual income tax rates to a flat rate of 3.9%...
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Subdivision Highlight: Valley View Farms
If you're on the market for a new construction home with large, spacious lots, and low county taxes, we've got a neighborhood for you! Let us introduce you to Valley View Farms. This subdivision gives you the luxury of country estate living but also the practicality of being close to town and minutes from the Quad Cities. Valley View Farms was constructed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind as it includes exclusive neighborhood-only walking paths, is down the road from Scott County Park, and only a 10-minute drive to Lost Grove Lake and the
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5 Costs to Consider When Buying a Home
Home prices are on the rise nationally. Record low inventory coupled with high demand is pushing prices up. If you're looking to buy a home remember that there are additional costs beyond the selling price and it's important to weigh all the "little extras" when determining your budget. Here are some top costs to consider while you are in the home buying process. But you can rest assured that your Realtor will help you every step of the way.
Hiring a home inspector
Home inspections, are a great resource for you when buying your home. Once you're under contract, you want to make sure your dream home is as perfect as, well, you dreamed it would be. Hiring a home inspector gives you the opportunity to find out if there are any little problems you can't see with your own eyes. A thorough home inspection can identify current and potential problems, or, better yet, give the home a clean bill of health. But it is not free. The average home inspection
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Why You Should Hire a REALTOR®
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NAR Confidence Index Survey
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) conducts a survey that gathers monthly information from REALTORS® about local real estate market conditions, characteristics of buyers and sellers, and issues affecting homeownership and real estate transactions. Check out some of the results from the survey below!
