Sarah Ingles | Des Moines REALTOR® SRES®

New here? I'm Sarah, a REALTOR® & SRES® helping first-time buyers & seniors move smarter around the Des Moines metro. ✅ Iowa first-time buyer programs ✅ Downsizing & 55+ moves ✅ AI-powered home search with Smart Move Des Moines Watch quick videos on YouTube 👇…

After 10 years in property insurance, here are the red flags I look for when touring homes. Old roofs, polybutylene pipes, knob and tube wiring, previous water damage, and trees too close to the house. Most agents don't catch these. I do — because I spent a decade on the

Helping your parents downsize? Here's how to make it easier on everyone. Start the conversation early. Listen more than you talk. Make a plan together. Hire help. Focus on what matters — their safety, comfort, and quality of life. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, I help

Ankeny or Johnston? Two of Des Moines' most popular suburbs. Here's the real difference. Ankeny: Iowa's fastest growing city, tons of new construction, median price around $240K. Johnston: smaller, more established, excellent schools, Saylorville Lake access, median price

What your home inspector might miss — and why it matters for insurance. Sump pump condition, electrical panel brand, HVAC age, chimney liner, and previous claims history. These aren't just inspection items. They affect your ability to get affordable insurance. Want someone who

Where are mortgage rates heading in 2026? Here's what the experts are saying. Most forecasts predict rates will drop to the low 6s by mid-year, maybe high 5s by year end. But when rates drop, buyer competition increases. My take? If you find the right home now, buy it. You can

Looking for 55+ communities in Des Moines? Here are your best options. Prairie Trail in Ankeny, Legacy Pointe in Waukee, The Villas at Vintage Hills in West Des Moines, and Del Webb at Lake Waukee coming soon. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, I tour these communities

When should you actually start looking for a house? Here's what most people get wrong. If you want to move in June, don't start looking in May. Start in February. The average home search takes 3-4 months, then add 30-45 days to close. The buyers who win? They started months

🎉 Big News Des Moines! Moving just got smarter (and way more affordable). 📦🏠 Looking for the best movers in Des Moines? We are proud to welcome UniMovers as a trusted partner on the Smart Move Des Moines app! UniMovers is a labor-only moving company, which means you

Waukee or West Des Moines? Here's the honest breakdown. Waukee: newer construction, bigger lots, excellent schools, median price around $260K. West Des Moines: more established neighborhoods, Valley Junction's walkable downtown, Jordan Creek shopping, median price around

🏡 Open House – Sunday from 1-3pm! ​ Discover this zero-entry 2 bed / 2 bath ranch townhome with 2-car attached garage at 2008 SW 35th Street in Ankeny. smartmovedsm.com/2008-sw-35th-a… ​ You’ll love the open concept layout with vaulted dining and living room,

New Partner Alert in the Smart Move App! Smart Move Des Moines is excited to welcome Top Job Services to our local partner network in the Smart Move App. With one tap, you can now connect with a trusted, locally owned cleaning company serving homes and businesses across Greater…

"A Wonderful Experience" If you’re thinking about making a move in the Des Moines area, reach out today for a no-pressure consultation and customized game plan. Call/text 563-513-8771 or visit SmartMoveDSM.com to get started. 🏡 Start your Des Moines home search or

Five mistakes I see seniors make when downsizing — and how to avoid them. Waiting too long, trying to do it alone, not measuring the new space, ignoring tax implications, and choosing the wrong agent. These cost families time, money, and stress. As a Seniors Real Estate

Here's what nobody's talking about with 2026 mortgage changes. Starting this year, medical debt is officially removed from credit reports. That means buyers who were previously denied might now qualify. If your score jumped 50 or 100 points because of this, you could qualify

Des Moines housing market 2026 update 📊 Here's what's ACTUALLY happening ⬇️ #desmoines #iowarealestate #housingmarket #realestatetiktok #homebuying2026 #iowa #realtor #fyp #housetok #homebuyingtips

🏠 First-time buyers in Iowa - did you know you could get up to $10,000 toward your down payment? The Iowa Finance Authority has programs most people don't know exist. Income limit is $156,000 - most Des Moines area buyers qualify. Want the full breakdown? Drop a comment or…

🏠 Des Moines home buyers: The market is shifting in YOUR favor right now. With interest rates stabilizing and inventory increasing, we're seeing: → More negotiating power for buyers → Homes staying on market longer → Sellers more open to concessions If you've been waiting…

Quick win for anyone who’s house-hunting in Central Iowa 👀 ⭐Instant MLS-style access to homes across the DSM metro (often before they hit the big portals) ⭐Custom alerts based on your budget, neighborhoods, schools, or timeline ⭐Direct chat with me Download now!…