Andy Algreen, Realtor - Senior Downsizing Coach

Andy Algreen, Realtor - Senior Downsizing Coach REALTOR® | Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP)®

Guiding older adults and families through life’s next move in Iowa.
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https://linktr.ee/AndyAlgreenRealEstate

Keller Williams Greater Des Moines
Licensed to sell in Iowa
License #: S70461000

New lot listing! Lot 13 in Timber Knoll at The Preserve!Address: 3779 SW Indigo Ave | West Des Moines0.92 acres | $250,0...
05/27/2026

New lot listing! Lot 13 in Timber Knoll at The Preserve!

Address: 3779 SW Indigo Ave | West Des Moines
0.92 acres | $250,000

Nearly an acre backing to preserved woodlands. Bring your own builder. No preferred contractor required.

This is one of the last remaining lots in an established community where the homes going up around you already tell you what this neighborhood is becoming.

West Des Moines address. Van Meter Schools. Minutes from all the amenities Des Moines has to offer!

Reach out if you want to walk the lot or talk through what building here looks like.

📍 3779 SW Indigo Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266
📞 515-868-3860
✉️ [email protected] See less

Just Sold in PellaSome homes hold more than furnitureThey hold decades of lifeRoutinesHolidaysQuiet moments that meant e...
04/28/2026

Just Sold in Pella

Some homes hold more than furniture

They hold decades of life

Routines
Holidays
Quiet moments that meant everything

This one stayed in the same family for over 60 years

That kind of history doesn’t happen by accident

It’s built over time

To the sellers
Congratulations on closing this chapter

And stepping into what’s next

Big transitions like this aren’t just about real estate
They’re about life moving forward

If a move is on your mind
Send a message or drop your questions below

Andy Algreen, REALTOR®
Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP)®
515-868-3860
[email protected]

Most seniors are paying more in property taxes than they need to.Not because they have to, but because they do not know ...
04/10/2026

Most seniors are paying more in property taxes than they need to.

Not because they have to, but because they do not know this program exists.

Iowa has a Senior Property Tax Credit for homeowners age 65 and older, and if you qualify, it can reduce what you owe each year. The problem is most people never hear about it, or they assume they will not qualify without actually checking.

That is a mistake.

In this video, I break down who qualifies, how the income guidelines work, and how to apply so you can take advantage of it if it fits your situation.

If you or someone you know is 65 or older and owns a home in Iowa, this is worth a few minutes of your time.

Watch here:
https://youtu.be/14O5eGK_3k8?si=cjdPZ6tscRn5hAzZ

If you want help figuring out if you qualify or need the application sent to you, reach out and I will make it easy.

Schedule time with me:
https://calendly.com/andyalgreen/1-on-1-meeting

Or call/text: (515) 497-0175

Most families think once the decision is made, the hard part is over.That is when the real work actually begins.Now you ...
04/07/2026

Most families think once the decision is made, the hard part is over.

That is when the real work actually begins.

Now you are standing in a house full of things trying to figure out what fits, what stays, what goes, and who is going to help you through it. That is where most people feel overwhelmed, not because they made the wrong decision, but because they do not have the right plan or the right people in place.

That is exactly what we covered in Downsizing Part 2, and this one felt different.

New location. More space. Better conversations.

Because where you have these conversations matters more than people realize. When you have room to think and ask real questions, everything starts to feel clearer.

We walked through how to build the right team around you and how to actually start making progress without everything feeling chaotic.

Because downsizing is not just about getting rid of things. It is about having a clear process and the right support so you can move forward with confidence.

If you missed it or want to go back through it, you can watch the full video here:
https://youtu.be/ggQy0t83zYk?si=03AF4l4rOAa53Nd9

If you are starting this process and want help mapping out your next steps, you can schedule time with me here:
https://calendly.com/andyalgreen/1-on-1-meeting

Most families start downsizing the wrong way, and it costs them time, money, and peace of mind.They think it begins with...
04/03/2026

Most families start downsizing the wrong way, and it costs them time, money, and peace of mind.

They think it begins with selling the house. It does not.

It starts with a plan, because without one everything feels overwhelming fast. Where will you live? What can you actually afford? Do you want to be closer to family? What does your day to day life look like after the move?

Most people skip these questions, then wonder why they feel stuck before they even begin.

That is the mistake.

A clear plan changes everything. It gives you direction, confidence, and control when the decisions start to stack up.

And here is what surprises most families.

Selling the house is usually one of the last steps, not the first.

If you or your parent are starting to think about downsizing, this is the conversation to have first.

Full video here:
https://youtu.be/14O5eGK_3k8?si=cjdPZ6tscRn5hAzZ

Schedule time with me:
https://calendly.com/andyalgreen/1-on-1-meeting

Andy Algreen, REALTOR®
Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP)®
515-868-3860
[email protected]

The move no one plans for is the one that happens fast.A health scare. A sudden loss. A moment where staying in the home...
04/01/2026

The move no one plans for is the one that happens fast.

A health scare. A sudden loss. A moment where staying in the home is no longer an option.

Now everything has to happen quickly, and you are standing in a house full of things trying to figure out what fits, what goes, and who is going to handle it all.

That is where most families feel completely overwhelmed.

Not because they cannot handle it, but because they are trying to do it without a plan and without the right help in place.

That is where Ally Marshall, owner of Monty Hauls, makes a real difference. She helps you figure out what fits before moving day, handles the packing and unpacking, and manages the details so nothing falls apart when time is tight.

It brings structure into what feels like chaos.

If you think this might be coming, or if you are already in it, this is the kind of support that changes everything.

Join us for Downsizing Part 2: How to Build Your Team and Tackle Your Stuff on Thursday, April 2 from 10am to 11am at the DMACC Newton Conference Center. No pressure and no sales pitch, just the guidance families need when things move fast.

Save your seat:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downsizing-part-2-how-to-build-your-team-and-tackle-your-stuff-tickets-1978016246841?aff=oddtdtcreator

Most families do not plan this conversation. It happens after something goes wrong.A fall. A hospital visit. A sudden ch...
03/30/2026

Most families do not plan this conversation. It happens after something goes wrong.

A fall. A hospital visit. A sudden change that forces decisions fast.

Now you are sitting in a room trying to figure everything out under pressure, and that environment matters more than you think. If it feels rushed or uncomfortable, you miss things. You ask fewer questions. You leave without real clarity.

That is how families end up making decisions they later wish they had more time to think through.

So we changed the location.

This is a space designed for real conversations, where you can slow down, think clearly, and ask what actually matters before a crisis forces your hand.

Join us at the DMACC Newton Conference Center on Thursday, April 2 from 10am to 11am. No pressure and no sales pitch, just the information you need before things become urgent.

Save your seat:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downsizing-part-2-how-to-build-your-team-and-tackle-your-stuff-tickets-1978016246841?aff=oddtdtcreator

Most people think downsizing is about getting rid of stuff.It is not.It is about knowing who to trust when the decisions...
03/27/2026

Most people think downsizing is about getting rid of stuff.

It is not.

It is about knowing who to trust when the decisions actually matter.

Because the hardest part is not the house.

It is figuring out who should be helping you through it.

The right organizer.
The right estate sale company.
The right realtor.
The right people guiding you at the right time.

Most families guess.

That is where things get expensive. Stressful. Overwhelming.

This next seminar is about fixing that.

You will learn who belongs on your downsizing team.
What each role actually does.
And how to move forward without feeling rushed or stuck.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just clarity.

Thursday, April 2nd
10am to 11am
DMACC Newton Conference Center

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downsizing-part-2-how-to-build-your-team-and-tackle-your-stuff-tickets-1978016246841?aff=oddtdtcreator

Just listed in PellaSome homes feel temporaryThis one has been cared for by the same family for over 60 yearsNow offered...
03/27/2026

Just listed in Pella

Some homes feel temporary
This one has been cared for by the same family for over 60 years

Now offered at $229,000

3 bed
1.5 bath
1,120 sq ft
Deep 0.22 acre lot

Original hardwood floors waiting to be uncovered
Major updates already handled
Triple pane windows
Braced foundation
New water heater
Lifetime LeafGuard gutters

Walkable to everything that makes Pella special
Bakery
Windmill
Canal
Downtown charm

This is the kind of home you make your own
Without worrying about the big stuff

DM me for a private showing or drop your questions below.

View the listing here: https://andyalgreen.kw.com/property/305-E-2nd-Street-Pella-IA-50219/2098078231414446

Andy Algreen, REALTOR®
Certified Senior houseing Prrofessinal (CSHP)®
515-868-3860
[email protected]

Address

4001 Westown Parkway
Des Moines, IA
50266

Telephone

+15158683860

Website

https://linktr.ee/AndyAlgreenRealEstate

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