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Our Corridor Offices Ruhl at Excellence in Service!
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors is dedicated to providing service with quality, value and integrity to all of our clients. We are a company where people are the difference. Each quarter, the Excellence in Service Award is earned by agents and offices who show exemplary customer service on returned client surveys. Only agents who receive answers of "excellent" to the question "How well did we serve you" are counted toward this award. Check out what some of our Excellence in Service Winners had to say about what this award means to them. Paul Ellis, Iowa City Office* After buying his first home out of college, Paul figured that the business of real estate was a great fit for him. Shortly after that, circumstances gave him an oppor...
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The Time to Sell is NOW!
You may have been on the fence about selling all summer, but now is truly the best time to put your home on the market. Keeping Current Matters gives us the top five reasons why you shouldn't wait to sell your home.
- Demand is strong
- Buyers are ready, willing and able to purchase, so take advantage of the buyer activity currently in the market!
- There is less competition now
- In most areas, there are not enough homes for sale to satisfy the number of buyers in that market. However, it won't stay that way for long!
- As builders regain confidence in the market, new construction of single-family homes is projected to increase over the next two years, reach...
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Start the Mortgage Process Today
Unsure of where to start when it comes to the mortgage process? Look no further, because thanks to the Fall Buyer's Guide released by Keeping Current Matters, we have everything you need to know about the ins and outs of a mortgage. Check it out!
You could be closer to buying a home than you think…
Here's what you'll need to qualify for a mortgage!
- Down PaymentÂ
- Generally between 5-20% of the purchase price
- 40% of buyers are putting down less than 10%
- Many are putting down as little as 3%
- Stable Income
- Good Credit History
Steps to Take
- Find out your current credit history and score
- You don't want to start out with any surprises
- Start gathering all of your documentation
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Energy Efficiency and You
We've all heard that a green home can save you money, but how many of us have taken the steps to make our houses energy-efficient? Check out these top five tips from RIS Media's "Ask the Expert" to make your home as green as can be.
- Insulation is key: Without proper insulation, a home can lose up to 40 percent of cooled or heated air.
- Follow the 4x4 rule: Set your thermostat four degrees higher in the summer and lower in the winter when you're away from home for more than four hours.
- Air filters and vents should not be overlooked: It's important to change filters regularly to keep your system working...
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Fall 2016 QCBR Parade of Homes
We are excited to announce the line-up of homes for the 2016 Fall Parade of Homes on September 17, 18, 21, 24, and 25. Please join us at this free event weekends from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. According to Dave Falk, director of new construction and development for Ruhl, there has been a "resurgence in participation" this year, and there is a "broader range of price points available" for prospective buyers. There are a variety of builders and subdivisions on display this year, so be sure to check them all out! A total of 21 homes will be on parade this year, with 11 shown by Ruhl agents. Check out the builders, listings, and agents below!
*Indicates pre-sold home Feel free to visit Quad City Builders & Remodelers Association website for more information on upcoming builder's events, and visit ruhlhomes.com for all your home-buying and selling needs!
