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May 17, 2024
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FIND YOUR PERFECT LOT, BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME!
The City of Ames implemented a first-of-its-kind tax abatement called the Urban Revitalization Area (URA). Here’s what you need to know!
- Applicable to all new construction homes or townhomes that are owner occupied
- The program will be eligible for any new construction homes between now and the end of 2028
- 5-year, graduated scale abatement. 100% for the first year, then 80%, 60%, 40% and 20%. After the fifth year, it returns to full-tax payment
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Nov 17, 2023
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Friedrich is honored to sweep the Community Choice Awards Best of Story County real estate category this year. Friedrich Realty was selected as the Best Real Estate Company for the fifth consecutive year and Jason Jennings won Best Real Estate Agent/Team. The accolades didn’t stop there, either. At Friedrich, we pride ourselves on being a full-service real estate company and our Friedrich Properties’, Mackensie Allen, won Best Property Manager!
We couldn’t be more grateful and thankful that the community voted us the best in these categories. We&r... |
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Nov 12, 2022
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Friedrich Realty is proud to announce that we’ve been named the Best Real Estate Company in Story County for the fourth year in a row! We are grateful and thankful that you all have put your faith and trust in us to be your Realtors for your real estate needs.
Our mission is to enrich lives through real estate, and the fact that you all have voted us Best of Story County for the fourth year in a row lets us know that we are succeeding in our mission. That being said, we will not rest on our accomplishments. We will continue to serve you — the community &mdash... |
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Nov 23, 2021
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We are proud to announce that for the third year in a row Friedrich Realty was named Best of Story County - Best Real Estate Company! We are grateful and thankful that you all have put your faith and trust in us to be your Realtors for your real estate needs.
Our mission is “Enriching lives through real estate” and the fact that you all have voted us Best of Story County for the third year in a row lets us know that we are succeeding in our mission. That being said, we will not rest on our accomplishments. We will continue to serve you — the community — di... |
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Apr 8, 2019
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Mar 1, 2018
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While there is no script to follow when you begin the process of purchasing a home, it's a pretty good idea to have some questions ready when you're interviewing a Realtor. That's right, you should interview a few Realtors before you decide who will represent you in making one of the biggest purchases of your life.
Here are five questions you should ask to make sure an agent is right for you:
1. Do you have an active real estate license and is it in good standing?
Don't assume that your agent is licensed. It is your responsibility to pose this question t... |
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Feb 1, 2018
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One of the unique pleasures of having an office within walking distance of Ames' Old Town Historic District is being surrounded by historic structures. The unique architecture of so many of the area's homes brings an appreciation for what Ames has to offer its residents: A rich cultural history, balanced with all the conveniences of a modern, growing community.
There are a number of resources available online to introduce you in detail to some of Ames' most well-known historical treasures. In total, Ames boasts 16 structures listed on the National Register of Historical Plac... |
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Jan 11, 2018
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One of the most important things you can do prior to completing a real estate transaction is perform a home inspection. Whether you are buyer or seller, the process provides a number of benefits.
There are a number of qualified home inspection professionals in the community and your agent is an invaluable tool in helping you find the right one for you. By employing the services of a trained and experienced home inspector you can gain valuable insight to help you make informed, confident decisions on whether to proceed with a transaction. The process can also save you thousa... |
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Jan 4, 2018
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| Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Simply put, buying a new home is a big deal. And it's nothing you should hastily jump into. It is a good idea to begin seeking out open houses and looking at homes with an agent as soon as you get a hankering to get into a new home.
As such, it's a good idea to study up on how to get the most out of your open house experience. Here are a few tips:
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Jul 22, 2014
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As a first-time home buyer the process of simply LOOKING at homes can be exhilarating ... seeing the possibilities, dreaming of making a home your own ... the process can be fun. But finding the right home for YOU is just the beginning of making it YOURS.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently provided an exhaustive list of common questions from the first-time buyer's perspective. Below is the last in a series of articles offering answers to these questions. This week's focus is on making an offer and closing the deal.
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