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Could a Middle East Resolution Push Des Moines Interest Rates Back to 6%In This Week’s Latest Market Report - https://yo...
09/27/2026

Could a Middle East Resolution Push Des Moines Interest Rates Back to 6%

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Every market shift presents new potential for Central Iowa homebuyers and sellers. As global conditions shift, a potential resolution to the Middle East crisis could become the ultimate catalyst for Central Iowa's real estate market. This week, Les Sulgrove breaks down how stabilizing oil prices could drive mortgage rates down toward 6% by spring—giving both buyers and sellers a powerful strategic advantage.

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Beating the 3% Rate Trap: Les Sulgrove & Chuck Simmons Talk About How Iowa Sellers Are Unlocking Equity TodayIn This We...
09/20/2026

Beating the 3% Rate Trap: Les Sulgrove & Chuck Simmons Talk About How Iowa Sellers Are Unlocking Equity Today

In This Week’s Latest Market Report - https://youtu.be/olTJ5wL_iHA

In this week’s episode, Les Sulgrove sits down with mortgage expert Chuck Simmons to break down what recent Fed rate hikes and market shifts mean for Central Iowa buyers and sellers. Discover how smart financing strategies—like temporary rate buy-downs—are helping local homeowners break free from the "3% rate trap" and unlock their equity today.

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Did 1.2M Iowa State Fairgoers Just Pause the Des Moines Real Estate Market?In This Week’s Latest Market Report - https:/...
09/13/2026

Did 1.2M Iowa State Fairgoers Just Pause the Des Moines Real Estate Market?

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In Episode 371 (Week 37), we tackle the ultimate seasonal question: Does the Iowa State Fair actually slow down Central Iowa real estate? We look past the 1.2+ million record attendance and e82°F average temperatures to analyze local market velocity—tracking 11 days prior, during, and after the fair. Watch to discover why post-fair listings hit a 10-year high of 738 homes, where accepted offers landed, and what this post-fair inventory surge means for your fall strategy!

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Des Moines Housing Shift: Why Fall 2026 Is Opening Big Opportunities for Buyers & Sellers!In This Week’s Latest Market R...
09/06/2026

Des Moines Housing Shift: Why Fall 2026 Is Opening Big Opportunities for Buyers & Sellers!

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Between late-summer heat, rain, state fair festivities, and last-minute vacations, the Des Moines real estate market experienced a brief seasonal shift in August 2026. In Episode 370, we dive into the full end-of-month breakdown—from rising inventory levels and mortgage rate trends to a breakdown of buyer vs. seller conditions across different price brackets. Discover why this temporary dip is setting the stage for a strong September rebound and what it means for your next move.

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The Official Des Moines Luxury Market Report: Tiers, Trends & Surprises Revealed!In This Week’s Latest Market Report -ht...
08/31/2026

The Official Des Moines Luxury Market Report: Tiers, Trends & Surprises Revealed!

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What does Central Iowa’s luxury real estate market actually look like? In Week 35 of Des Moines Market Values, we’re unveiling a brand-new market segment breakdown—tracking everything from $500K upper-executive homes to the ultra-luxury $2M+ estate tier. You’ll see exactly how fast high-end inventory is moving across West Des Moines, Waukee, Johnston, and Ankeny, plus how today's price per square foot compares year-over-year. Watch the full video now for the complete luxury breakdown and see where the metro's top-tier market is heading!

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Behind the Numbers: What Pending Sales & Price Cuts Mean for You Right NowIn This Week’s Latest Market Report -https://y...
08/23/2026

Behind the Numbers: What Pending Sales & Price Cuts Mean for You Right Now

In This Week’s Latest Market Report -https://youtu.be/J7adH8s_KaU

Ready to discover the true heartbeat of the Des Moines real estate market? In Week 34 (Episode 368) of Simply Des Moines Market Values, we pull back the curtain on pending sales—the ultimate forward indicator of where home prices and activity are headed next! Discover why current accepted offers are actually outperforming last year despite the Iowa State Fair slump, where inventory is capping out, and what the latest surge in price reductions means for buyers and sellers today.

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9,000 Closed & Counting - A 10-Year Price PerspectiveIn This Week’s Latest Market Report - https://youtu.be/MuJYNsCFAYw...
08/16/2026

9,000 Closed & Counting - A 10-Year Price Perspective

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The Des Moines real estate market just hit the 9,000 year-to-date closed sales milestone, outpacing 2025 by 463 transactions and maintaining a steady 21-day pace per thousand sales. With interest rates dipping to 6.67% and a long-term look revealing a 63.5% median price increase since 2017, tune in for a breakdown of category pricing, days on market, and what to expect as we move toward fall.

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DesMoinesMarketValues: How Real Estate Agents Can Use Weekly Analytics to Boost BusinessIn This Week’s Latest Market Rep...
08/09/2026

DesMoinesMarketValues: How Real Estate Agents Can Use Weekly Analytics to Boost Business

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Welcome back to the Des Moines Market Values show, where we are officially bringing back our weekly email updates to deliver local real estate analytics straight to your inbox. Designed specifically to give real estate agents a competitive edge, this week’s tutorial episode breaks down how to leverage our weekly inventory dashboards, pricing trends, and mortgage rate correlations to answer client questions on the spot and win more listings. Whether you are receiving this email notice again after a long break or tuning in on YouTube, stay subscribed and use these actionable market stats to power your real estate business every single week.

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Des Moines July Recap: 8,378 Homes Sold YTD & The Shift to Market BalanceIn This Week’s Latest Market Report - https://y...
08/02/2026

Des Moines July Recap: 8,378 Homes Sold YTD & The Shift to Market Balance

In This Week’s Latest Market Report - https://youtu.be/n_izsfpO1t4

Central Iowa closed out July hitting 8,378 homes sold year-to-date—outpacing last year's pace by 5.5% as inventory climbs toward the 4,500 mark. In this episode, we break down why the market has settled into a balanced 4.0 months of supply, what rising price reductions mean for your listings, and how price tiers under $600k are shifting. Catch the full breakdown and download all 28 market graphics at DesMoinesMarketValues.com!

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Unlocking Mortgage Rates: How the 10-Year Treasury Yield Drives the MarketIn This Week’s Latest Market Report -https://y...
07/26/2026

Unlocking Mortgage Rates: How the 10-Year Treasury Yield Drives the Market

In This Week’s Latest Market Report -https://youtu.be/P0y8Yhh5Xy0

Want to learn how to predict where mortgage rates are heading before the headlines hit the news? In Week 30 of the SimplyDesMoines show, we demystify the 10-Year Treasury yield, unpack the benchmark "spread," and reveal how tracking this single stat can help you anticipate rate movements. Be sure to Subscribe to the channel to stay ahead of the Central Iowa market every week!

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