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Welcome to our updated website
If you are a returning visitor, you have probably noticed that KevinHowe.com has been upgraded to a new WordPress theme. We are excited about the new look and additional features to make shopping for a home even easier. Some of the additions include: New mortgage and affordability calculators Current mortgage rates Latest new listings on… Read More
New Website Feature – Des Moines Foreclosure Search
We just added a new feature to kevinhowe.com, the ability to view bank-owned foreclosures online. The searches are organized by price-point and contain all the of bank-owned (REO) properties listed in the Des Moines MLS. This includes Des Moines and the surrounding areas. You can browse the listings and get more information on opportunities to purchase… Read More
Where is the Des Moines Real Estate Market headed in 2011?
There has been quite a bit of positive buzz about the market heading into next year. As Steve Harney writes in the KCM Blog, both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are predicting increases in sales for 2011: KCM Blog – Demand for Housing Will Increase in 2011 I expect the Q4 sales numbers to be… Read More
Des Moines is named #1 most livable city
MSN just released an article on the top Most-Livable Bargain Markets. Des Moines was named #1. The article sited the number of jobs available in financial and agribusiness, the stable economy and the low median price of housing ($150,000). While we all know that these are tough economic times (even here) it’s nice to hear that… Read More
Featured Properties
32016 Old Portland Road – Adel
Executive acreage offering the perfect combination of style, quality, amenities, and location. This 4 bedroom custom ranch includes 4200+ of … [Read More...]
14665 302nd Street – Redfield
Immaculate 4 bedroom ranch blt in 2006 on 24 acres, finished W/O basement, tile & hardwood floors, terrific view of the river valley, 50x80 … [Read More...]
1408 S 13th Street – Adel
100% Tax Abatement for the next seven years! Three bedroom ranch with 3 car garage. Great open floor plan with lots of extras. Mudroom with … [Read More...]
2465 Tracey Ave. – Van Meter
Nice three bedroom twinhome in quiet and peaceful neighborhood with no association fees. The first floor is an open floor plan with large … [Read More...]
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