How fast can I sell my house in Des Moines?

With the right pricing strategy and marketing, homes in Des Moines typically sell within 30-60 days. Sarah Ingles uses data-driven pricing and professional marketing to help homes sell quickly.

What is an SRES designation?

SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) is a designation for REALTORS who specialize in helping seniors with real estate transactions, including downsizing, relocating to senior living, and estate sales.

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The top suburbs near Des Moines include Ankeny, Grimes, Waukee, Johnston, West Des Moines, and Urbandale. Each offers excellent schools, amenities, and community features.

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Sell Your Inherited House As-Is in Des Moines

Executors & heirs: sell your Des Moines inherited property in any condition. We handle cleanout, repairs & buyer objections.

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Get Your As-Is Property Value

Free valuation within 24 hours

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When Selling As-Is Makes Sense

As-is may be your best option if any of these apply

✓ Property needs major repairs you can't afford upfront

✓ You live out of state and can't manage contractors

✓ Heirs want quick settlement & cash distribution

✓ Home has deferred maintenance (roof, HVAC, plumbing)

✓ Estate can't carry mortgage or property tax payments

✓ You need to close probate quickly

The As-Is Strategy That Actually Works

Most agents say "as-is" means lowball offers. Not true.

We target four buyer types who actively seek as-is properties and pay fair market value:

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Cash Investors

Quick closes, no financing contingencies, buy in any condition

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Handy Buyers

DIYers seeking sweat equity, willing to do their own repairs

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Contractors & Flippers

Professionals who see opportunity where others see problems

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FHA 203k Buyers

First-time buyers who finance repairs into their mortgage

Our Pricing Strategy

Repair vs. As-Is Analysis: We show you the math on both options
Strategic Pricing: Price to attract multiple offers, not scare buyers away
Repair Credit Negotiation: Often better than price reduction
Pre-Inspection Option: Eliminate surprises that kill deals

What "As-Is" Means Legally in Iowa

⚠️ Important: Disclosure Still Required

Selling "as-is" does NOT mean you can hide problems. Iowa law requires all sellers—including estates—to complete a Seller's Disclosure form. You must disclose known material defects. "As-is" simply means you won't make repairs, not that buyers proceed blindly.

The estate is protected when disclosures are done correctly. Buyers accept the property's condition with eyes open, which prevents post-closing lawsuits.

💡 My Insurance Background = Your Protection

With 10+ years in property insurance, I know exactly which issues MUST be disclosed vs. which are typical buyer responsibility. This protects the estate from liability while ensuring you don't over-disclose and scare buyers away.

The As-Is Sale Process

From first call to closing check

Free Property Walkthrough

I assess condition in person and identify any urgent issues or opportunities.

Dual Market Analysis

You get two values: fully repaired price AND realistic as-is price. You choose the strategy.

Strategic Marketing

Targeted outreach to cash buyers, investors, and 203k-qualified buyers in our network.

Showing Coordination

I handle all access, lockboxes, and buyer questions—especially for out-of-state executors.

Negotiate & Protect

Skilled negotiation on repairs, credits, and price. No last-minute surprises.

Close & Distribute

Coordinate with estate attorney and title company. Funds released per estate plan.

As-Is Sale FAQs

Common questions from executors and heirs

Will I get lowball offers selling as-is?

Not necessarily. We price strategically based on condition and target multiple buyer types: cash investors, handy buyers seeking sweat equity, contractors, and FHA 203k buyers. Competition among these groups often drives prices higher than expected.

Do I have to disclose everything when selling as-is?

Yes. Iowa law requires sellers to complete a Seller's Disclosure form regardless of as-is status. You must disclose known material defects. As-is means you won't make repairs, not that you can hide problems. My insurance background helps identify what must be disclosed.

What if the buyer's inspector finds more problems?

In an as-is sale, buyers typically can't demand repairs. However, they may try to renegotiate price or walk away. We set expectations upfront and often recommend pre-inspections so there are no surprises that derail the sale.

Can FHA or VA buyers purchase an as-is home?

Sometimes. FHA and VA loans have minimum property standards. However, FHA 203k rehabilitation loans allow buyers to finance repairs into their mortgage. We actively market to these buyers to expand your buyer pool.

As-Is Success Stories

Real results for Des Moines area estates

$0 Out of Pocket

Urbandale Estate

Estate had no funds for repairs. We marketed to investors, received 3 cash offers, and closed in 21 days. Executor never spent a dime.

Result:

Sold 4% above asking

Foundation Cracks? Sold.

Beaverdale Estate

1940s home with foundation issues that scared off 2 previous buyers. We got a pre-repair estimate and priced accordingly. Contractor buyer closed cash.

Result:

Closed in 18 days

Out-of-State Executor

West Des Moines Estate

Executor in Texas, house full of belongings, needed extensive cleanout. We coordinated estate sale, cleanout, and sale—all via video calls and e-signatures.

Result:

Sold in 28 days