Real stories from families who made smart moves in the Des Moines metro. See why clients trust Sarah with their biggest transactions.
"Sarah made our downsizing so much easier than we expected. After 35 years in our family home, we were overwhelmed, but she walked us through every step with patience and care. Her SRES® training really shows—she understands what this transition means emotionally, not just financially."
"Mom was nervous about leaving her home of 40 years, but Sarah treated her with such respect and patience. She never rushed us, answered every question multiple times, and helped coordinate with the senior living community. We couldn't have asked for a better experience during a difficult time."
"After my father passed, I had to handle his estate from out of state. Sarah was my eyes and ears on the ground, connecting me with estate sale companies, coordinating repairs, and managing everything with professionalism. She made an incredibly hard situation manageable."
"We were empty nesters ready to downsize, and Sarah helped us see possibilities we hadn't considered. Her knowledge of 55+ communities in the area was impressive, and she found us the perfect patio home near our grandchildren. The insurance review she did gave us peace of mind too."
"Her insurance background saved us from buying a house with serious roof issues that would have cost us thousands in higher premiums or replacement. No other agent we worked with caught this. Sarah literally saved us $15,000+ in the first five years of ownership."
"I didn't realize how much insurance factors into a home purchase until working with Sarah. She explained why one house we loved was going to be nearly impossible to insure affordably due to its claims history. She found us a better option that actually costs less overall."
"When listing our home, Sarah's insurance knowledge helped us understand what potential buyers might see as red flags. We made a few strategic updates before listing and avoided any negotiation issues. The house sold in a week for over asking."
"Relocating from Colorado was stressful with two kids and a job start date. Sarah made it seamless. The Smart Move app kept us connected, her video tours were detailed, and her knowledge of neighborhoods helped us find exactly what we needed without multiple trips. Highly recommend!"
"As a first-time buyer, I had so many questions. Sarah was patient, never made me feel rushed, and explained everything in terms I could understand. Her app was super helpful for tracking homes, and she really listened to what I wanted. Found my perfect starter home in Bondurant!"
"We moved from Minnesota for work and knew nothing about Des Moines neighborhoods. Sarah took time to learn what mattered to us—commute, schools, outdoor access—and only showed us homes that fit. Her local knowledge saved us from making a mistake we'd regret."
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