First Keys to Final Chapters: Your Des Moines Move

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By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines 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 property insurance expertise, I built this … Read more

Iowa Tax Strategies for Multi-Location Real Estate Investors

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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. Building a multi-location real estate portfolio in Iowa? Tax strategies for real estate investors can mean the difference … Read more

6 Costly Downsizing Mistakes Des Moines Seniors Make in 2026

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By Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES® CPCU® | Smart Move Des Moines Downsizing mistakes cost Des Moines seniors 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