Agency Iowa

Agency Iowa Central Iowa's BEST, 100% locally owned Real Estate Firm! If you are the "shop local" type, we are for you! After a few months of no success I listed with Mark.

TESTIMONIALS:

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"When I sold my house, I tried to do it FSBO at first. He immediately had interested buyers looking at the house and it was sold in 2 weeks. I couldn’t have been happier. He gave me guidance and perspective that I needed and was an incredible resource for all of my questions. I don’t believe I would have gotten the same level of

attention from another Realtor. He really exceeded my expectations. I would definitely list with Mark again."
-Mike Schonhorst

"As first time home buyers you never know what to expect… Working with someone like Mark made the process as smooth as possible. If you want a Realtor that will listen to your needs, TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY, take care of you, look out for your best interest and is not afraid to be honest you should look up Mark Charter. We would recommend Mark Charter to friends, family or anyone looking for a new or existing home."
-Cyrus and Melissa Glennon

"My wife Ilia and I are independent people and with today’s market we thought purchasing a new home ourselves would be a piece of cake. It wasn't until a co worker of mine, who was in the process of selling his house, referred us to Mark. My previous thought of Realtors was that they are sales people and all they are out to do is get paid. Mark has sense changed our perception. From the beginning Mark was nothing but professional. He was persistent but not pushy! Through out the entire process of purchasing our home Mark was 100% on our side! I first emailed him with what we were looking for and he responded the same day with several listings for us to browse. On our own time we then choose the ones we wanted to see. When we found our dream home and negotiated the price Mark pretty much took care of the rest. I personally stand by Mark's professionalism and have referred him to all of my family and friends."
-Steve and Ilia Williams

"We appreciated the creativity Mark brought to help sell our house.  Mark did not focus on his ability to make a commission on selling our house like most realtors do, but rather focused on the best way to help us as his customer.  With this type of market, only the best realtors will succeed and I believe Mark is very strong and successful as a seller’s agent for this market."
-Craig and Heidi Engelbrecht

"My Grandfather passed away in late May, and we really wanted to get my grandmother out of the house and relocate to St. Joseph, Mo. Mark put it on the market at the end of May and knew we wanted it done quickly as we didn’t want her to be there in Des Monies, Iowa by herself. He came through for us. It closed on August 25th! He was very accommodating to us, and very professional!"
-Karrie Cunning

"Mark had committed to purchase a house as a part of a deal he was doing. My family and I were living in a house that was too small for us. Mark called and asked if we would be interested in looking at the house that he was buying. I agreed, not really thinking that I would be interested. We went and looked at the house and loved it right away. Mark & I discussed how we might be able to sell our current house and buy the one he had shown us. After some discussion Mark agreed to buy our house to facilitate the transaction. In a few weeks both deals were closed and we have enjoyed our house ever since. Thanks to Mark we went from living in a house that was too small for us and being uncertain about how to sell it to selling and living in a great house in a matter of weeks."
-Erik and Amber

"Our move to Iowa was our 5th move so far, and Mark helped make it our easiest. We moved from out of state, and had a lot of houses to view in a very short amount of time. Mark did a lot of prep work and communicating with us before we got here, and really knew what we were looking for, so our time was well spent and productive. In the end, we found the perfect home for our family, and still have communication with Mark even after we have moved in. I would definitely recommend Mark Charter to anyone looking for great service and help buying a home!"
-Julie Watson

"We would definitely suggest using Mark for any of your real estate needs. He guided us through the process of purchasing a high-end home, took care of the little things, and negotiated hard on our behalf! We would trust him again with our business. Thanks Mark!!!"
-Dr. Mark and Joanne Milleman

"Buying a home with Mark Charter was amazing. He was super professional yet down to earth at the same time. Mark went up and beyond himself to make our dream home a reality. We can't put into words how grateful we were to have him as our realtor. Mark’s work ethic is extraordinary and there isn't another realtor for us other than him."
-Jason and Samantha Sadler

"I met Mark Charter on Twitter as I was trying to sell my own home. Mark was willing to give advice on some things that would help me sell and also said he had creative ways to help if I wanted to work with him. When the time came, I listed my townhome in West Des Moines with Mark. He had an offer generated on the place in less than 10 days and helped us close in a timely manner. He then helped my husband and I buy our next home in Urbandale . Mark was easy to work with, knowledgeable and really cares about his clients. I would have no trouble telling a friend about Mark and his services."
-Kiersten Maertens

A SALE in Prairie Trail! Hey that rhymes. Congrats to our sellers on getting a great offer!
04/27/2026

A SALE in Prairie Trail! Hey that rhymes.
Congrats to our sellers on getting a great offer!

If you want some DIRTY SODAS and ENERGY DRINKS, SUNSET SLUSH, TROPICAL SNO, and DIPPIN DOTS, swing by the Fizz's trailer...
04/22/2026

If you want some DIRTY SODAS and ENERGY DRINKS, SUNSET SLUSH, TROPICAL SNO, and DIPPIN DOTS, swing by the Fizz's trailer this summer in our parking lot!

ANKENY, THE WAIT IS OVER. Fizz’d is announcing its home.

We are so excited to announce that Fizz’d will be located at Agency Iowa in Ankeny-1551 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy, and to celebrate, we are giving one lucky winner a SEASON SUPPLY of Fizz’d.

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We will draw the winner on May 2, and announce the winner on our social media pages!

Get ready for DIRTY SODAS and ENERGY DRINKS, SUNSET SLUSH, TROPICAL SNO, and DIPPIN DOTS!
We cannot wait to serve you, Ankeny.

04/05/2026
Agency Iowa welcomes Chad Grandon!Here is a bit more about Chad.Chad Grandon brings nearly 20 years of experience in edu...
03/30/2026

Agency Iowa welcomes Chad Grandon!

Here is a bit more about Chad.

Chad Grandon brings nearly 20 years of experience in education to his real estate career, where building relationships, clear communication, and serving others have always been at the center of his work. Raised in Aplington, Iowa, Chad understands the value of community and is proud to now call Ankeny home, where he lives with his fiancé, Rachel, and his daughters, Mia and Ellie.

Chad is passionate about helping people navigate important life decisions with confidence and clarity, and he approaches real estate with the same dedication and integrity that defined his career in education. When he’s not working with clients, you’ll likely find him cheering on Mia and Ellie at their latest competition or training for his next ultramarathon.

Excited to welcome Shannon to Agency Iowa!Shannon Jamtgaard brings a unique edge to real estate — 20 years of corporate ...
03/12/2026

Excited to welcome Shannon to Agency Iowa!

Shannon Jamtgaard brings a unique edge to real estate — 20 years of corporate recruiting experience that sharpened her ability to truly listen, understand what people need, and match them with the right fit. That same instinct she used to connect talent with opportunity now helps her connect clients with a place to call home.

A proud member of the Ankeny community since 2006, Shannon knows this area deeply — the neighborhoods, the growth, the people. She and her husband Derek are busy, happy parents of three active kids involved in dance and sports, and yes, their beloved Bernedoodle Duchess is very much part of the family too.

Outside of real estate, Shannon is deeply rooted in her faith community — volunteering with student ministry and serving on the worship team at her church. When she's not working, you'll find her cheering on the Hawkeyes, catching a live concert, traveling with family, or simply enjoying quality time with good friends.

She combines professional precision with a genuine, down-to-earth approach that puts clients at ease. When you work with Shannon, you're not just getting an agent — you're getting a neighbor who's invested in your success.

Our available rentals for grad parties is going . . . going . . . almost gone, with most of the prime times already rese...
03/09/2026

Our available rentals for grad parties is going . . . going . . . almost gone, with most of the prime times already reserved.

Here is all that remains and the cost.

Sunday May 10th (reduced to $750 due to the early date)
Saturday May 30th (reduced to $750 due to graduation being the same day for both Ankeny schools)
Sunday May 31st - $1,000 and our LAST prime spot left
June 14th - $500 (reduced due to the late date)

If you want to book a spot reach out to Terrell Bowers- Realtor to claim your spot or tour the building.

The text I just got was too good not to share!Most firms operate on an antiquated/status quo basis. It doesn’t make it r...
03/07/2026

The text I just got was too good not to share!
Most firms operate on an antiquated/status quo basis. It doesn’t make it right or the best way.

Our home.
03/01/2026

Our home.

02/13/2026

Agents, how did 2025 go for you?
If you are like most humans, there were likely times last year where money got tight. Some extra funds in the bank account would have been nice.

Would an extra $5,000 to $20,000 have been useful?

Imagine doing the exact same amount of business last year, but instead of getting paid what you did, you had simply been paid more for the work?

That is what we do here. We allow agents to MAXIMIZE their paychecks by paying every agent 100% of their commission PLUS $100 ALL. YEAR. LONG.

No caps to hit, no hoops to jump through, just better paychecks immediately.

Need an example? Let's take a Century 21 agent who has a 70/30 split with their brokerage. And don't forget about the 6% franchise fee they have to pay first.

Our agent brings in a closing check for $10,000. They get $10,100 deposited into their bank account.

The Century 21 agent brings in a $10,000 paycheck on a 70/30 split, they immediately get 6% removed so corporate gets paid, and then get 70% of what is left. Their bank deposit is for $6580.

$10,100 vs $6,580. Same deal. Same process.

While the above is just an example as some firms pay much better than that, those type of splits ARE happening here locally.

Sadly agents are being lead to believe that this is somehow good for them. We disagree.

If you are an agent who simply wants to bring home more to your family, we would love to chat!

Appreciate the chance to talk about Agency Iowa and some of the things we believe in around here!
02/11/2026

Appreciate the chance to talk about Agency Iowa and some of the things we believe in around here!

Most people think clients choose a real estate agent or lender because of the company name behind them.That’s not true.In this episode of Educating Homebuyer...

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1551 SW Prairie Trail Parkway
Ankeny, IA
50023

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+15158646444

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