Derek Veldhouse

As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an...

If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the purchase...

Des Moines metro home sales in November rose 7.6 percent from a year ago while home prices increased over 17 percent according to the Des...

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®...

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...

The housing market recovery coming into the new year has been nothing short of remarkable. Many experts agree the turnaround from the...

According to many experts, the real estate market is expected to continue growing in 2021, and it’s largely driven by the lasting impact...