Our yard was truly a mess - like a jungle of weeds had taken over and grown. Not only on the lawn, but in rock beds, between pavers...just a real nightmare. DeLong came and gave a free estimate, came an did some initial emergency clean up in time for a holiday gathering I was having, came...
DeLong Snow and Lawn CareRyan was a real professional and went right to work to correct the problem. He laid some temporary hose and would be back in better weather to hook back up to the buried piping. He noticed that we had some hose in the basement and was able to use that thereby reducing our cost of the repair....
Dalton Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electric and Fireplaces, Inc.I got 5 bids and he came. It took them a while to get here, that was the only minor thing. I know they're busy. Just a real minor thing, I had the solar lights that line the sidewalk when they were pulling some of the branches from the back yard to the front they wiped out about 4 of...
They do a good job. They do a great job. I've used them before. On pricing, I don't have anything to compare it to. I call them and they do a great job, so I really don't have anything to compare it to but I think they're pretty competitive. I think they're fair and they want to be fair...
Community MotorsService provider began on time and the work was well done. There were the usual inexplicable delays here and there, when the tiler was apparently needed on other projects. The work has held up well so far. My only real problem is that the tile raised the floor level on both rooms,...
It actually went real well. I liked that they contracted with crews that knew what they were doing to install them. I got other bids and they came in with a good price. We have been happy with the work.
They were a real pain to work with. They put the roof on and the next day the same two guys were taking the shingles off and I asked them why they were taking it off. They told me that they thought it was the wrong color but I thought it was the right color and matched the rest of the...
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
I provide a high level of service and professional real estate expertise to buyers and sellers in the Cedar Valley and surrounding communities.
I provide a high level of service and professional real estate expertise to buyers and sellers in the Cedar Valley and surrounding communities.
AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SOURCE FOR DEBT AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS. CreditGuard of America, Inc. is an independent, nonprofit credit counseling agency that is committed to providing innovative solutions for simple to complicated debt and credit issues. CreditGuard provides credit counseling and debt management along with free financial education to consumers throughout the United States, using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service.
AMERICA’S MOST TRUSTED SOURCE FOR DEBT AND CREDIT SOLUTIONS. CreditGuard of America, Inc. is an independent, nonprofit credit counseling agency that is committed to providing innovative solutions for simple to complicated debt and credit issues. CreditGuard provides credit counseling and debt management along with free financial education to consumers throughout the United States, using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service.
Farm management, real estate and appraisal services in Iowa, Minnesota, and Illinois. Current managers have over 30 yrs experience handling absentee landowners properties by essentially stepping into the shoes of the landowner, in consultation with the landowner/client.
Farm management, real estate and appraisal services in Iowa, Minnesota, and Illinois. Current managers have over 30 yrs experience handling absentee landowners properties by essentially stepping into the shoes of the landowner, in consultation with the landowner/client.
Real Estate Broker Associate licensed to work with sellers and buyers in the State of Iowa.
Real Estate Broker Associate licensed to work with sellers and buyers in the State of Iowa.
As a smaller, family-oriented, and experienced real estate brokerage we will focus our innovative and cutting-edge strategies on you and your priorities. Our goal is to provide you with excellent service and an enjoyable real estate experience. Our priorities are simple…they're yours! Thanks again for stopping by and we look forward to meeting you!
As a smaller, family-oriented, and experienced real estate brokerage we will focus our innovative and cutting-edge strategies on you and your priorities. Our goal is to provide you with excellent service and an enjoyable real estate experience. Our priorities are simple…they're yours! Thanks again for stopping by and we look forward to meeting you!
Buying Agent, Selling Agent for mainly residential single family homes in Blackhawk County. Foreclosure specialized as HUD listing agent for area. E-Pro certified and Short-Sale/ Foreclosure designation as well Top Producer within Century 21 Family with Awards at both National and Local levels
Buying Agent, Selling Agent for mainly residential single family homes in Blackhawk County. Foreclosure specialized as HUD listing agent for area. E-Pro certified and Short-Sale/ Foreclosure designation as well Top Producer within Century 21 Family with Awards at both National and Local levels
A full service auction and real estate company
A full service auction and real estate company
I am a true Iowan! Born and raised in Cedar Rapids and I have never moved away. Why move when I feel like I already live in one of the best cities in the country already?! The only career I could ever see myself happy at was being in real estate. But it wasn't something a person can just jump into and I knew I'd have to wait until the timing was right. After graduating with my Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, I started managing a local business and did for that for the next 7 yrs. While I gained a wealth of knowledge and met some amazing people, ultimately I knew that's not what I wanted to do for the rest of my life and so my thoughts came back to real estate. It was my dream job and why not go for it! .... so I did and this takes me to where I am today.... Loving real estate and the great company that I work for!! Coldwell Banker Hedges provides a family-like atmosphere. Coldwell has high expectations for all of their agents and they provide the best tools in town for marketing and getting homes sold in a timely manner.
I am a true Iowan! Born and raised in Cedar Rapids and I have never moved away. Why move when I feel like I already live in one of the best cities in the country already?! The only career I could ever see myself happy at was being in real estate. But it wasn't something a person can just jump into and I knew I'd have to wait until the timing was right. After graduating with my Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, I started managing a local business and did for that for the next 7 yrs. While I gained a wealth of knowledge and met some amazing people, ultimately I knew that's not what I wanted to do for the rest of my life and so my thoughts came back to real estate. It was my dream job and why not go for it! .... so I did and this takes me to where I am today.... Loving real estate and the great company that I work for!! Coldwell Banker Hedges provides a family-like atmosphere. Coldwell has high expectations for all of their agents and they provide the best tools in town for marketing and getting homes sold in a timely manner.
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
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