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Michelle Kelley
Jan 28, 20214 min read
Get Your IOWA Real Estate License
GET AN IOWA REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON LICENSE Congratulations on your decision to pursue a career in Real Estate! Outlined below is a list...
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Michelle Kelley
Jul 21, 20201 min read
Am I required to fill out a Seller Property Disclosure if my home is in a trust?
You may have heard some differing opinions on this topic over the years. Many knowledgeable attorneys have given highly differing...
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Nov 1, 20192 min read
"What would it take to get you into this car tonight?"
My husband and I have been thinking about buying a car. OK- so we've driven a couple cars and thought we had it narrowed down. That's the...
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Aug 21, 20192 min read
Hey, Chicken Little! Is the sky really falling?
Have you ever been in a transaction with an agent where it seems like every little thing is a big, hairy deal? I tend to refer to those...
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Aug 16, 20193 min read
Pre-inspections
We are starting to hear more and more agents recommending pre-inspections to their sellers. But, why would a seller even consider...
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Aug 6, 20192 min read
Do I have to fill out a seller property disclosure, if I've never lived there?
Is a seller who has never lived in a property (e.g. a rental or flip property) required to fill out a seller property disclosure? And the...
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Jul 29, 20193 min read
Do you need an assistant?
If you're finding yourself with absolutely no personal time, or you're starting to forget to return calls or missing appointments, you're...
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Jul 23, 20191 min read
Stop "winging" it. (You're not a chicken!)
Why? Why do you do it? Are you a perfectionist? You overthink the task at hand until you have to perform. That way, when it’s not...
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Jul 15, 20192 min read
Don't be a creep
The use of in-home monitoring systems is on the rise. Technology has made it simple and cost-effective to install cameras that can allow...
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Jul 9, 20192 min read
Do you have to disclose accepted offers?
I've heard a lot of disagreements as to whether or not an agent has to disclose accepted offers. Here's a quick read through an actual...
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Jul 3, 20193 min read
10 Proven Strategies to Lower S corp Taxes
The Bradford Tax Institute has some great tips for small business owners (you!). Check out a few tips (https://bradfordtaxinstitute.com/W...
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Michelle Kelley
Jun 20, 20191 min read
Stranger Danger!
Safety is a huge priority in our real estate industry. DMAAR (Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®) and several other associations in...
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Apr 10, 20191 min read
Top 10 Tips for Passing the Real Estate Exam
Here are just a few tips gathered from student feedback (and personal experience) in taking the Iowa Real Estate Exam: Many students find...
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