Jeremy Noel of Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors

09/04/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Neighborhood Development Plans
When searching for real estate, don't forget that the property you're considering buying and the surrounding area may change dramatically over the years. Looking into future development plans can help you avoid surprises, such as buying near a major construction project or a new commercial development.
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Before you buy, it helps to find out what's planned nearby. Development plans can shape your daily life and your home's future value, so it pays to check.

09/01/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue, IA 52031, 4933 square foot, 6 bedrooms, 4 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $799,950, MLS ID 202604989

09/01/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue, IA 52031, 4933 square foot, 6 bedrooms, 3 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $799,950, MLS ID 2030100

08/29/2026

08/21/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Boundaries
You might assume the fence marks the edge of your property. In many cases, it doesn't, and that gap between what you see and what the survey shows is where boundary disputes start. Before you fall in love with a lot size or a mature tree line, it's worth understanding what actually sets the edge of a...

Property lines aren't always where you think they are. Here's what buyers should check before closing so a boundary question never turns into a costly surprise.

08/14/2026

Evaluating Storage Space When Touring Homes
Storage is rarely the first priority for buyers touring a home, and it shouldn't be the first thing they consider. Kitchens and floor plans usually command the most attention, while storage receives far less notice. But a home that looks spacious during a showing can feel cramped once the boxes are unpacked.
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Storage often gets overlooked during a home tour. Here's what to check in closets, the kitchen, the garage, and other hidden corners before you make an offer.

08/11/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue, IA 52031, 4933 square foot, 6 bedrooms, 4 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $849,900, MLS ID 202604989

08/10/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 1763 St Catherine Road, Bellevue, IA 52031, 4933 square foot, 6 bedrooms, 3 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $849,900, MLS ID 2030100

08/07/2026

Why Commute Times Matter More Than You Think
Commute time is one of those things buyers tend to round down in their heads.
Forty minutes becomes "about half an hour." A route with three bad intersections becomes "not too bad." A home that's farther out starts to feel reasonable after you've seen the kitchen, the yard, or the extra bedroom you...

A commute can seem simple during a home search, but daily routines tell a different story. Here's what buyers may want to test first.

07/31/2026

How to Balance Location, Layout, and Long-Term Needs
Almost every home search eventually hits the same wall. You find a layout you love in a neighborhood you're not totally sold on, or the location is right, but the floor plan needs more work than you expected when you walked in.
There's rarely a house-hunting scenario where all three of these line up...

Location, layout, and long-term needs rarely point in the same direction when you're house hunting. Here's how to weigh those tradeoffs before you make an offer.