Navigating the Family Home: Downsizing & Estate Sales in Des Moines
What Iowa families need to know about selling a parent's home, managing an inherited property, and avoiding the insurance surprises that kill deals.
What You'll Learn
The 12-month senior move timeline — and why starting early changes everything for your family
What executors need to know about selling inherited property in Iowa — in plain English, not legal jargon
3 insurance issues that derail closings — from a REALTOR® with 10+ years in property insurance (things most agents never check)
How to involve the whole family in the decision without it turning into a conflict
Your questions answered — live Q&A with Sarah Ingles, SRES® and CPCU
Sarah Ingles
REALTOR® | SRES® | CPCU
Sarah specializes in senior downsizing and probate real estate in the Des Moines metro. Her Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter background means she catches risks on older and inherited homes that most agents miss entirely.
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Free · 45 minutes · Available on demand
Inside the Webinar
Downsizing Without Drama
The real timeline for a senior move, what to expect emotionally and logistically, and how to make the transition smooth.
Selling an Inherited Home
What probate means in Iowa, the executor's first five steps, and the timeline from filing to closing.
Insurance Issues Everyone Misses
Vacancy clauses, deferred maintenance underwriting, and coverage gaps — the things that kill deals two weeks before closing.
Your Questions Answered
Common questions about home values, repair decisions, family disagreements, and the Des Moines market.
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