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Springing into Seasonal Cleaning

Spring has officially arrived and there are few things better than a clean home with the windows open and a fresh breeze making its way throughout your home. That said, it can be quite overwhelming if you try to tackle projects in just one ...

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5 Ways to Love Your Home

While Valentine’s Day is more of a romantic holiday, there’s no reason you can’t show your home a little love this February. The winters in Iowa get long and seem like there’s not an end in site, so falling in love with spaces of y...

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Preparing for Extreme Winter Weather

It’s no secret that much of the midwest is under a winter weather advisory with record low temperatures making their way through Iowa. In preparation for the extremely cold temperatures this week, we’ve rounded up our top tips on how t...

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Explained: What is Radon?

When you are buying a home you are encouraged to test for radon, but what exactly is it? Radon occurs naturally when uranium and radium found in the soil breaks down and seeps into homes and buildings. When inhaled, it can be harmful and acco...

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Property Tax Levies For 2019

LKR Agent guest post by Julie Dancer Understanding your tax liability is an important factor when purchasing a home. Use the sample calculation to learn how current tax rates affect how much you pay each year. Below you will find the ...

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To Remodel or Not? That ’tis the Question!

LKR Agent guest post by Terri Larson All the DIY shows on TV often give some homeowners the itch to remodel their own home. However, not everyone is up for a full flip. (Most prefer to fix and then flop in their newly remodeled home!) ...

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Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home

One of the top questions our REALTORS® hear is how you can increase the value of your home before putting it on the market. Because there’s only so much time and money, what details can really make a difference in getting your home sale...

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Why Curb (& Web) Appeal Matters

LKR Agent guest post by Jessica Yoder and Sarah Owings “According to the National Association of Realtors, 63 percent of home buyers will drop by after viewing a home they like online. What will they see? The home’s exterior – incl...

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House Hunting Tips for Empty Nesters

LKR Agent guest post by Jessica Yoder and Sarah Owings Often times when couples become empty nesters, they realize they don’t need all the extra space around their houses. This frequently leads to downsizing! Here are a few great tips ...

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