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Michelle Kelley
- Jul 21, 2020
- 1 min
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, 2019
- 2 min
"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, 2019
- 2 min
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, 2019
- 3 min
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, 2019
- 2 min
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, 2019
- 3 min
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, 2019
- 1 min
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, 2019
- 2 min
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, 2019
- 2 min
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, 2019
- 3 min
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, 2019
- 1 min
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, 2019
- 1 min
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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