Sarah Ingles, REALTOR® SRES®
@smartmovedsm.bsky.social
REALTOR® SRES® | Smart Move Des Moines w/ CHASE Collective | Helping first-time buyers & seniors in DSM metro (Urbandale, Waukee, WDM, Grimes, Ankeny, Johnston) | AI-powered platform 🏡 | 📱 smartmovedsm.com
🏡 When's the right time to start your house hunt? Most buyers make the mistake of waiting too long. Aim to start in February if you plan to move by June. The average search takes 3-4 months, plus 30-45 days to close. 🗓️ Want to stand out? Get a head start and secure your dream home before the
January 16, 2026 at 12:11 AM
🏡 When's the right time to start your house hunt? Most buyers make the mistake of waiting too long. Aim to start in February if you plan to move by June. The average search takes 3-4 months, plus 30-45 days to close. 🗓️ Want to stand out? Get a head start and secure your dream home before the
Waukee vs. West Des Moines—Which suits you best? 🤔✨
🔍 Waukee: New builds, spacious lots, top-notch schools, median home price ~$260K.
🏙️ West Des Moines: Charming established neighborhoods, vibrant Valley Junction, top-tier shopping at Jordan Creek, median price ~$290K.
My verdict: Waukee
🔍 Waukee: New builds, spacious lots, top-notch schools, median home price ~$260K.
🏙️ West Des Moines: Charming established neighborhoods, vibrant Valley Junction, top-tier shopping at Jordan Creek, median price ~$290K.
My verdict: Waukee
January 14, 2026 at 12:25 AM
Waukee vs. West Des Moines—Which suits you best? 🤔✨
🔍 Waukee: New builds, spacious lots, top-notch schools, median home price ~$260K.
🏙️ West Des Moines: Charming established neighborhoods, vibrant Valley Junction, top-tier shopping at Jordan Creek, median price ~$290K.
My verdict: Waukee
🔍 Waukee: New builds, spacious lots, top-notch schools, median home price ~$260K.
🏙️ West Des Moines: Charming established neighborhoods, vibrant Valley Junction, top-tier shopping at Jordan Creek, median price ~$290K.
My verdict: Waukee
🎉 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 bring the truck, trailer or
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 bring the truck, trailer or
January 13, 2026 at 12:48 PM
🎉 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 bring the truck, trailer or
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 bring the truck, trailer or
Unlock the secrets of a decade in property insurance! 🏆 Discover the hidden dangers many overlook when buying a home but not me! Look beyond the surface—old roofs, polybutylene pipes, knob & tube wiring, past water damage, & encroaching trees can cost you dearly. Most agents won't catch these, but
January 12, 2026 at 12:11 AM
Unlock the secrets of a decade in property insurance! 🏆 Discover the hidden dangers many overlook when buying a home but not me! Look beyond the surface—old roofs, polybutylene pipes, knob & tube wiring, past water damage, & encroaching trees can cost you dearly. Most agents won't catch these, but
🏡 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.
https://smartmovedsm.com/2008-sw-35th-ankeny-iowa
You’ll love the open concept layout with vaulted dining and living room, stone-front gas
Discover this zero-entry 2 bed / 2 bath ranch townhome with 2-car attached garage at 2008 SW 35th Street in Ankeny.
https://smartmovedsm.com/2008-sw-35th-ankeny-iowa
You’ll love the open concept layout with vaulted dining and living room, stone-front gas
January 9, 2026 at 9:59 PM
🏡 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.
https://smartmovedsm.com/2008-sw-35th-ankeny-iowa
You’ll love the open concept layout with vaulted dining and living room, stone-front gas
Discover this zero-entry 2 bed / 2 bath ranch townhome with 2-car attached garage at 2008 SW 35th Street in Ankeny.
https://smartmovedsm.com/2008-sw-35th-ankeny-iowa
You’ll love the open concept layout with vaulted dining and living room, stone-front gas
🎉 Welcome Top Job Services!
Whether you need:
- Pre-listing “show ready” cleaning
- Move-in / move-out deep cleaning
- Ongoing residential or office cleaning support
Top Job Services is known for its reliable, detail-obsessed crews and long-standing track record serving Central Iowa.
Whether you need:
- Pre-listing “show ready” cleaning
- Move-in / move-out deep cleaning
- Ongoing residential or office cleaning support
Top Job Services is known for its reliable, detail-obsessed crews and long-standing track record serving Central Iowa.
January 9, 2026 at 12:28 PM
🎉 Welcome Top Job Services!
Whether you need:
- Pre-listing “show ready” cleaning
- Move-in / move-out deep cleaning
- Ongoing residential or office cleaning support
Top Job Services is known for its reliable, detail-obsessed crews and long-standing track record serving Central Iowa.
Whether you need:
- Pre-listing “show ready” cleaning
- Move-in / move-out deep cleaning
- Ongoing residential or office cleaning support
Top Job Services is known for its reliable, detail-obsessed crews and long-standing track record serving Central Iowa.
🔑 Are you a senior considering downsizing? Avoid common pitfalls! Don't wait too long, plan with help, measure new spaces, understand tax impacts, and choose the right agent! Save time, money, and stress. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), I offer expert guidance on your downsizing
January 9, 2026 at 12:15 AM
🔑 Are you a senior considering downsizing? Avoid common pitfalls! Don't wait too long, plan with help, measure new spaces, understand tax impacts, and choose the right agent! Save time, money, and stress. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), I offer expert guidance on your downsizing
"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 get local buyer/seller
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 get local buyer/seller
January 8, 2026 at 7:24 PM
"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 get local buyer/seller
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 get local buyer/seller
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 for a better rate — or
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 for a better rate — or
January 6, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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 for a better rate — or
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 for a better rate — or
Sarah with Smart Move Des Moines — REALTOR® SRES® serving Central Iowa.
Helping downsizers, empty nesters, & busy families buy, sell, and smoothly transition to their next home with clear communication and concierge-style support.
Ready to talk about your next smart move in the Des Moines metro?
Helping downsizers, empty nesters, & busy families buy, sell, and smoothly transition to their next home with clear communication and concierge-style support.
Ready to talk about your next smart move in the Des Moines metro?
January 6, 2026 at 3:27 AM
Sarah with Smart Move Des Moines — REALTOR® SRES® serving Central Iowa.
Helping downsizers, empty nesters, & busy families buy, sell, and smoothly transition to their next home with clear communication and concierge-style support.
Ready to talk about your next smart move in the Des Moines metro?
Helping downsizers, empty nesters, & busy families buy, sell, and smoothly transition to their next home with clear communication and concierge-style support.
Ready to talk about your next smart move in the Des Moines metro?
My day has been made! ❤️ "Your website looks INCREDIBLE. User-friendly, helpful, relevant, clean. Nice work!"
This is the Smart Move Des Moines difference - a real estate process that works FOR you, not against you.
Check it out: smartmovedsm.com
#DesMoines #RealEstate #HomeBuying
This is the Smart Move Des Moines difference - a real estate process that works FOR you, not against you.
Check it out: smartmovedsm.com
#DesMoines #RealEstate #HomeBuying
January 5, 2026 at 9:58 PM
My day has been made! ❤️ "Your website looks INCREDIBLE. User-friendly, helpful, relevant, clean. Nice work!"
This is the Smart Move Des Moines difference - a real estate process that works FOR you, not against you.
Check it out: smartmovedsm.com
#DesMoines #RealEstate #HomeBuying
This is the Smart Move Des Moines difference - a real estate process that works FOR you, not against you.
Check it out: smartmovedsm.com
#DesMoines #RealEstate #HomeBuying
Day 2 of 2026 and so far so good. 🏙️
My newest homeowner closed on a downtown Des Moines condo with style & a view that doesn't quit. Surrounded by local restaurants and shops—exactly what they were looking for.
Downtown condos keep surprising me. If urban living has crossed your mind, let's talk.
My newest homeowner closed on a downtown Des Moines condo with style & a view that doesn't quit. Surrounded by local restaurants and shops—exactly what they were looking for.
Downtown condos keep surprising me. If urban living has crossed your mind, let's talk.
January 2, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Day 2 of 2026 and so far so good. 🏙️
My newest homeowner closed on a downtown Des Moines condo with style & a view that doesn't quit. Surrounded by local restaurants and shops—exactly what they were looking for.
Downtown condos keep surprising me. If urban living has crossed your mind, let's talk.
My newest homeowner closed on a downtown Des Moines condo with style & a view that doesn't quit. Surrounded by local restaurants and shops—exactly what they were looking for.
Downtown condos keep surprising me. If urban living has crossed your mind, let's talk.
📊 Des Moines Housing Market Update - January 2026
Median price: $217K (up 4.8% from last year)
Inventory is UP 15% - more choices for buyers
Buyers: You have more negotiating power than last year.
Sellers: Price it right or expect to sit.
Hottest areas right now: Grimes, Waukee, and Johnston.
Median price: $217K (up 4.8% from last year)
Inventory is UP 15% - more choices for buyers
Buyers: You have more negotiating power than last year.
Sellers: Price it right or expect to sit.
Hottest areas right now: Grimes, Waukee, and Johnston.
January 2, 2026 at 6:49 PM
📊 Des Moines Housing Market Update - January 2026
Median price: $217K (up 4.8% from last year)
Inventory is UP 15% - more choices for buyers
Buyers: You have more negotiating power than last year.
Sellers: Price it right or expect to sit.
Hottest areas right now: Grimes, Waukee, and Johnston.
Median price: $217K (up 4.8% from last year)
Inventory is UP 15% - more choices for buyers
Buyers: You have more negotiating power than last year.
Sellers: Price it right or expect to sit.
Hottest areas right now: Grimes, Waukee, and Johnston.
🌟 Ready to unlock the door to your dreams in Iowa? 🏡 As a first-time home buyer, this journey is filled with excitement and opportunities! Discover the heartland's beauty and find your perfect nest 🌾✨ Join a supportive community and let's navigate this adventure together. #FirstHome #IowaLiving
January 2, 2026 at 12:57 AM
🌟 Ready to unlock the door to your dreams in Iowa? 🏡 As a first-time home buyer, this journey is filled with excitement and opportunities! Discover the heartland's beauty and find your perfect nest 🌾✨ Join a supportive community and let's navigate this adventure together. #FirstHome #IowaLiving
One thing I love about Des Moines?
Our neighborhoods still have CHARACTER.
Beaverdale's historic homes, Ingersoll's walkability, West Des Moines schools, Ankeny's new construction boom...
Every pocket of Central Iowa has something different to offer. That's why I built Smart Move Des Moines - to
Our neighborhoods still have CHARACTER.
Beaverdale's historic homes, Ingersoll's walkability, West Des Moines schools, Ankeny's new construction boom...
Every pocket of Central Iowa has something different to offer. That's why I built Smart Move Des Moines - to
December 15, 2025 at 1:01 AM
One thing I love about Des Moines?
Our neighborhoods still have CHARACTER.
Beaverdale's historic homes, Ingersoll's walkability, West Des Moines schools, Ankeny's new construction boom...
Every pocket of Central Iowa has something different to offer. That's why I built Smart Move Des Moines - to
Our neighborhoods still have CHARACTER.
Beaverdale's historic homes, Ingersoll's walkability, West Des Moines schools, Ankeny's new construction boom...
Every pocket of Central Iowa has something different to offer. That's why I built Smart Move Des Moines - to
Unpopular opinion: Online home value estimates are a starting point, not the final answer.
They can't account for:
• Actual condition (not just "updated")
• Deferred maintenance
• Neighborhood micro-trends
• What buyers are ACTUALLY paying right now
I've seen estimates off by $50K+ in both directi
They can't account for:
• Actual condition (not just "updated")
• Deferred maintenance
• Neighborhood micro-trends
• What buyers are ACTUALLY paying right now
I've seen estimates off by $50K+ in both directi
December 14, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Unpopular opinion: Online home value estimates are a starting point, not the final answer.
They can't account for:
• Actual condition (not just "updated")
• Deferred maintenance
• Neighborhood micro-trends
• What buyers are ACTUALLY paying right now
I've seen estimates off by $50K+ in both directi
They can't account for:
• Actual condition (not just "updated")
• Deferred maintenance
• Neighborhood micro-trends
• What buyers are ACTUALLY paying right now
I've seen estimates off by $50K+ in both directi
3 things I'm noticing in the Des Moines market right now:
1. Senior sellers exploring right-sizing options earlier than usual - they want to downsize BEFORE the holidays hit next year
2. Buyers prioritizing single-story layouts in West Des Moines and Urbandale
3. More interest in turnkey properties
1. Senior sellers exploring right-sizing options earlier than usual - they want to downsize BEFORE the holidays hit next year
2. Buyers prioritizing single-story layouts in West Des Moines and Urbandale
3. More interest in turnkey properties
December 13, 2025 at 1:02 AM
3 things I'm noticing in the Des Moines market right now:
1. Senior sellers exploring right-sizing options earlier than usual - they want to downsize BEFORE the holidays hit next year
2. Buyers prioritizing single-story layouts in West Des Moines and Urbandale
3. More interest in turnkey properties
1. Senior sellers exploring right-sizing options earlier than usual - they want to downsize BEFORE the holidays hit next year
2. Buyers prioritizing single-story layouts in West Des Moines and Urbandale
3. More interest in turnkey properties
🏡 Des Moines Real Estate Market Update - December 2025
✅ Inventory remains tight, especially for move-in ready homes under $300K
✅ Senior homeowners exploring downsizing options as rates stabilize
✅ First-time buyers finding opportunities with local assistance programs
Need guidance? Let's chat.
✅ Inventory remains tight, especially for move-in ready homes under $300K
✅ Senior homeowners exploring downsizing options as rates stabilize
✅ First-time buyers finding opportunities with local assistance programs
Need guidance? Let's chat.
December 12, 2025 at 2:57 AM
🏡 Des Moines Real Estate Market Update - December 2025
✅ Inventory remains tight, especially for move-in ready homes under $300K
✅ Senior homeowners exploring downsizing options as rates stabilize
✅ First-time buyers finding opportunities with local assistance programs
Need guidance? Let's chat.
✅ Inventory remains tight, especially for move-in ready homes under $300K
✅ Senior homeowners exploring downsizing options as rates stabilize
✅ First-time buyers finding opportunities with local assistance programs
Need guidance? Let's chat.
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⭐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!
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December 8, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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!
bk.homestack.com/smartmovedes...
⭐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!
bk.homestack.com/smartmovedes...
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December 2, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Want to live on Hole 5 at the Wakonda Golf Course? Call Sarah at 563-513-8771 for details
🚨 Rare Turnkey Medical Office Investment in Keokuk, IA! 🚨
A fully renovated 8,594 sq ft gem priced at $900,000, featuring 9 exam rooms, high-traffic visibility (12,100+ vehicles/day), and flexible design. Call 563-513-8771
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A fully renovated 8,594 sq ft gem priced at $900,000, featuring 9 exam rooms, high-traffic visibility (12,100+ vehicles/day), and flexible design. Call 563-513-8771
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December 2, 2025 at 11:49 AM
🚨 Rare Turnkey Medical Office Investment in Keokuk, IA! 🚨
A fully renovated 8,594 sq ft gem priced at $900,000, featuring 9 exam rooms, high-traffic visibility (12,100+ vehicles/day), and flexible design. Call 563-513-8771
https://smartmovedsm.com/post/premier-medical-office-investment-keokuk-iow
A fully renovated 8,594 sq ft gem priced at $900,000, featuring 9 exam rooms, high-traffic visibility (12,100+ vehicles/day), and flexible design. Call 563-513-8771
https://smartmovedsm.com/post/premier-medical-office-investment-keokuk-iow
Discover why 2025–2026 creates a golden window for first-time homebuyers in Des Moines. Learn market trends, timing strategies, and expert tips to secure the right home with confidence.
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December 1, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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