Kimberly A Bloem, Realtor

Kimberly A Bloem, Realtor Licensed in Iowa | Century 21 Signature Real Estate
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If you have been thinking about selling your home in Jewell for over a year now and keep finding reasons to put it off, ...
09/10/2026

If you have been thinking about selling your home in Jewell for over a year now and keep finding reasons to put it off, you are not alone, and it is almost always the same thing holding people back.

Uncertainty about whether it is the right time, what the home is actually worth, or where they would go next can keep someone stuck for far longer than they intended.

My advice is simple: do not let unanswered questions keep you from moving forward.

You do not have to be ready to list tomorrow. Sometimes having a plan and understanding your options is all it takes to make the next step feel a lot less overwhelming.

Comment KIM and let's start with your questions first.

09/08/2026

Over fifty years serving Ames and Central Iowa, Barry at C&K Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is still the guy explaining every fix in plain language instead of rushing you into something you do not need.

That is exactly who you want showing up when your furnace goes out at 2:00 am.

Once Iowa State football season kicks off, Ames gets louder, busier, and a lot more fun, but do not let anyone tell you ...
09/07/2026

Once Iowa State football season kicks off, Ames gets louder, busier, and a lot more fun, but do not let anyone tell you that means the real estate market slows down too.

September is still a very active month for both buyers and sellers. The biggest change is really just game day traffic, so I encourage sellers to stay flexible with showing times and buyers to plan around the schedule.

Homes that are priced right and show well are still selling, so do not assume you have to wait until spring to make your move.
Comment KIM if you are ready to get moving this fall.

Not every transaction goes smoothly, and a recent one hit a few unexpected roadblocks during the inspection that made it...
09/03/2026

Not every transaction goes smoothly, and a recent one hit a few unexpected roadblocks during the inspection that made it look like the deal might not come together at all.

Instead of letting emotions take over, I focused on keeping everyone communicating and worked through each issue one at a time until we found a path forward. We got the transaction back on track and closed successfully.

That is what having the right agent actually means: someone who stays calm under pressure, understands the process inside and out, and keeps working until every reasonable option has been explored.
Comment KIM if you want someone in your corner when things get complicated.

09/01/2026

It started as a stand at the farmers' market and turned into one of the best-kept secrets in downtown Ames. Piece&Freedom Bakery

Two families brought their Ukrainian recipes to Story County, and every bite still tells that story.

Go say hi and tell them Kim sent you.

838 3rd St. is officially PENDING! So excited for my sellers as we move one step closer to the closing table.Thinking ab...
09/01/2026

838 3rd St. is officially PENDING! So excited for my sellers as we move one step closer to the closing table.

Thinking about selling in Jewell? I’d be happy to help you make your next move! Give me a call/text so we can have a conversation! 515-290-3745

Most buyers assume the hard part is finding the right house, but the real work starts after your offer gets accepted. In...
08/28/2026

Most buyers assume the hard part is finding the right house, but the real work starts after your offer gets accepted. Inspections, financing, the appraisal, title work, insurance, and a long list of deadlines all have to stay on track at the same time, and it only takes one thing slipping through the cracks to cause a delay. This is exactly why having an experienced agent matters.

My job is to stay on top of every moving piece, solve problems the moment they come up, and get you to the closing table as smoothly as possible.

Comment KIM if you want someone managing all of it for you.

You will not find this on a property information sheet, but it is one of the biggest reasons I love selling homes in thi...
08/27/2026

You will not find this on a property information sheet, but it is one of the biggest reasons I love selling homes in this area.

Whether it's Ames or a small town like Jewell, people still wave to their neighbors; they show up for school events; they support the businesses on Main Street instead of driving somewhere else.

That sense of community is not something you can put a price tag on, but it is a huge part of what turns a house into a home, and helping people find their place in that is one of the best parts of my job.

Comment KIM if you want to find where you belong in this community.

08/25/2026

One small mistake after your pre-approval letter can quietly cost you the whole deal, and most people have no idea it is even a risk.

I put together a free guide that walks through exactly what to avoid.

Comment LOAN, and I will send it your way.

https://kimbloem.com/

Fall changes the Ames market fast, and by the time most sellers start prepping in October, they have already missed thei...
08/24/2026

Fall changes the Ames market fast, and by the time most sellers start prepping in October, they have already missed their window to be truly market-ready.

The homeowners who come out ahead are the ones taking small steps right now in August, decluttering a room, touching up scuffed paint, getting the yard cleaned up before the leaves start falling. None of it feels urgent in the moment, but it adds up to a home that shows better and sells faster once buyer activity starts picking back up this fall.

Comment KIM if you want a head start before the season shifts.

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Ames, IA
50010

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+15152903745

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