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Buying new construction

Ah, there’s nothing like new construction. The gleam of shiny fixtures, the smell of fresh paint. The knowledge that you’re the only one who’s ever stepped foot in that bathroom! But there are a few things you should know when ...

Movin’ on up – by movin’ down

When making major life changes – like downsizing a home – you want to minimize stress and mistakes as much as possible. Here are a few easy tips that make moving out a truly smooth move. You may have to raise ...

Feathering your nest

Finally – your first house is within your grasp! You’ve researched loans, talked with lenders and diligently saved for your down payment. What do you have in common with other newbie home-buyers? Just take a look below. Detached homes The majority of ...

Size DOES matter

We’ve all heard the phrase “size doesn’t matter,” and many times, it’s true. However, there is one instance where square footage plays a role in your well-being – just not in the way you think. Here’s why less really is ...

Moving to a smaller home

Maybe the kids are gone, and you don’t have any use for their old bedrooms. Maybe you’re tired of mowing a lawn the size of a football field. Or maybe you just got your latest property tax bill and thought, ...

Why first-time home buyers need to “build” themselves

So, you’re looking to buy your first home. Congratulations! Whether you want to start a family, build equity or just have pride in owning your own place, choosing a home is a major milestone. With so many quality homes on ...

Add your personality to your kitchen

Your kitchen is arguably the most important room in your house. So why not add some personality to such an important room? When it comes to your kitchen, there are lots of great ways you can add color and character ...

5 simple ways to make your house feel like a home

They say that home is where your heart is. So how do you put your heart into your home? It’s a lot simpler than you might think. These are some really simple, inexpensive ways you can make turn your house ...

Now is the time to build your dream home

You’ve been waiting, saving, and planning to build your dream home. But we’re here to tell you that now is the perfect time to start building. Don’t believe us? Let us tell you exactly why you deserve the home of ...

It’s time to have a home just the way you like it.

Did you recently relocate to Cedar Rapids or Marion? Perhaps you are a long time resident that just wants to build a home of your own. Whatever the case, if you are preparing for a change in living spaces, have ...