Derek Veldhouse

The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to...

1,496 residential properties sold in October 2021, while 1,547 homes sold in October of 2020. The median sale price increased 10.6...

Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you...

Des Moines metro home sales in September remained the same from a year ago as reported by the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®...

Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortgage rates in history. And while...

Even in a hot sellers’ market like today’s in which homes are selling so quickly, it’s still important to make a good first impression on...

And Remember if you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell their home feel free to contact me, I'd be happy to help!!!!

Des Moines metro home sales in August increased slightly from a year ago and the market showed a modest slowdown from the fast pace...

In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low...

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market...

With the housing market this competitive, sometimes you have to think outside the box. If your having trouble finding your first home,...

"Des Moines metro homes continued to sell at a record pace in July. July’s average of 24 days on the market tied the record low set in...

It is that time of year, Aug. 12th - 22th, FAIR TIME!!! Text FAIR to 844.844.8508 for special offers, updates on concerts and daily...

According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the...

Homes sold at blistering pace in June and broke another record with an average of 24 days on the market. The median days on market was...

In real estate, it’s normal to see ebbs and flows in the market. Typically, the summer months are slower-paced than the traditionally...

Warm days bring some of the best moments of summer, and after a long year away from family and friends, we’re all looking forward to...

Homes in May sold at a record-setting pace with an average of 31 days on the market. The median days on market was only 3 days. Sales...

After what feels like the longest ever stretch of months stuck indoors, summer—glorious summer—is finally upon us. But before you get too...

For generations, the process of buying and selling a home never really changed. A homeowner would try to estimate the market value of...