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Iowa Military Homeownership Assistance Program Offers Eligible Veterans and Service Members Up to $5,000 Toward Homeownership
For eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and certain surviving spouses, buying a home in Iowa may be more attainable with help from the Iowa Finance Authority's (IFA) Military Homeownership Assistance Program (MHOA).
Beginning July 1, 2026, the Iowa Finance Authority began accepting Fiscal Year 2027 reservations for the program. Qualified buyers may be eligible for a $5,000 grant that can be used toward down payment and closing costs when purchasing a qualifying home in Iowa.
At Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors and Ruhl Mortgage, we believe those who have served our country deserve knowledgeable, local guidance as they explore homeownership. Whether you are buying your first home or your next home, our mortgage professionals can help...
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What It Really Takes to Become a Successful Real Estate Agent
Starting a real estate career can be exciting, but it is also often misunderstood. Many people picture flexible schedules, beautiful homes, and quick commissions. While those can be part of the business, the reality is that building a real estate career takes consistency, training, local market knowledge, financial preparation, and the right support system.
To better understand what new agents should expect, we spoke with three Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors broker managers: Sally Atwell, Designated Managing Broker of the Dave...
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Iowa Real Estate Pre-License Class: FAQs About Becoming a Real Estate Agent in Iowa
Starting a real estate career in Iowa is exciting, but it can also bring up important questions. How long does it take to get licensed? Do you need a college degree? How do real estate agents get paid? What happens after you pass the exam?
If you are exploring how to become a real estate agent in Iowa, this FAQ guide will help you understand the basics before taking the next step. Whether you are considering a career change, looking for more flexibility, or interested in building your own business, knowing what to expect can make the licensing process feel much more approachable.
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors helps new and aspiring agents move from pre-license education to launching a real estate career with class options,
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Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Ranks as Iowa's Largest Independent Real Estate Company
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors has once again been ranked as the largest independent real estate company in Iowa for 2025, according to the HousingWire RealTrends Verified report. The annual report ranks the top 500 real estate firms in the United States based on residential transaction sides and sales volume. Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors ranked 125th nationally based on 4,152 transactions closed.
HousingWire RealTrends Verified ranks companies on residential transactions only. When farm and land, and commercial transactions are included, Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors closed 4,239 sides in 2025. On average, Ruhl agents closed 15.8 transactions in 2025, nearly double the national average for per-agent productivity.
"We've built our company around delivering cons...
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Real Estate Investing 101: Beginner's Guide to Buying Investment Property in the Quad Cities
Real estate investing is one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth through rental income, property appreciation, and equity growth. In the Quad Cities and surrounding communities, investors benefit from affordable home prices, steady rental demand, and strong community growth.
If you are new to real estate investing, this beginner-friendly guide will walk you through how to buy your first investment property and what to expect along the way. With local expertise in the Quad Cities and surrounding markets, Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors helps investors make confident, informed decisions....
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