Senior Downsizing · Probate & Estate Sales · Out-of-State Heirs | Des Moines, Iowa
Sarah Ingles Main floor living West Des Moines is one of the smartest moves a senior or downsizer can make in 2026 — whether that means a ranch home, a villa with lawn and snow care handled, or a 55+ community where everything is designed for one-level convenience. / What Is Main Floor Living? Main floor living … Read more
By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines When choosing between ranch vs two-story homes in West Des Moines, the decision matters more than most families realize. If you’re staring at ranch homes vs. two-story listings wondering which one actually makes sense for your family, you’re asking exactly the right question. Ranch … Read more
By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines Downsizing vs rightsizing Des Moines: You’ve probably heard both terms — downsizing and right-sizing. Maybe a friend mentioned they’re “right-sizing” into a ranch-style home in Urbandale. Or your adult child gently suggested it might be time to “downsize” now that the kids are gone. … Read more
By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines Des Moines real estate guide — Smart Move Des Moines helps families navigate every chapter of homeownership — from first-time buyers in Ankeny to seniors downsizing in West Des Moines. As a REALTOR® and Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) with over 10 years of … Read more
2026 Home Insurance Risks in Des Moines: What Realtors Miss By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines Home insurance risks in Des Moines are surging in 2026 — Iowa homeowners insurance rates are projected to jump 19% by end of year,national average. If you own a home in Des Moines, especially … Read more
By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines This guide is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax or financial advice. Consult a qualified CPA or tax attorney before making investment decisions. Iowa tax strategies for real estate investors shape whether a multi-location portfolio compounds or leaks equity at every … Read more
By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines Downsizing mistakes Des Moines seniors make thousands of dollars and months of stress every year — and most of them are completely avoidable. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) who helps families navigate these transitions across Urbandale, Waukee, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Johnston, … Read more
By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines Sell house fast Des Moines — If you’re wondering how to sell your house fast in Des Moines, you’re not alone — and the stakes are real. The average days on market in the Des Moines metro stretched to 79 in 2024, which means … Read more