Moving in a hurry on a tight budget can be stressful. But it can be done. Whether you need to get rid of extra furniture or need help moving, there are budget-friendly options out there if you know where to look. Here are some suggestions for how to move quickly on a budget. First things [...]
If you are being evicted, you have to find a new place to live. Depending on how much time* and money you have, you might have to rely on friends or family for a while until you find a new place. If you have time to find a new place, start looking right away. Check [...]
If you’ve been evicted, you probably wonder how it will affect your credit. Will you be able to find a new place to rent? How long will it be a problem? And what can you do about it? While it’s better to avoid eviction in the first place, sometimes life happens. There are steps you [...]
If you are being evicted, you’re not alone. In 2015 alone, roughly 2.7 million renters experienced evictions in the U.S.1 Receiving an eviction notice can be scary and overwhelming. But if you make a plan and follow through, with time and effort, you will get through it. Follow our suggestions and links for what to [...]
If you know you won’t be able to pay your rent on time, it’s best to take action before rent is due. Here is what you should do if you can’t pay the rent, along with resources available in the Des Moines area. Click Here for the "If You've Been Evicted" E-book If you [...]
Des Moines is an exceptional place to live. In fact, it’s recently made news as the most affordable place to live and buy your first home. Not only that, but it’s been rated the top city in the Midwest for young people, based on culture, jobs, commute time, and more. If you plan to move [...]
What is foreclosure? When the homeowner (borrower) is unable to make the mortgage payments the property goes into foreclosure. The bank (lender) can take back the house to recover the money loaned. The bank does not take your house right away. It takes four missed payments (four months) for the bank to start the foreclosure [...]
