Helen Turner, Realtor

06/17/2026

Timely maintenance, repairs and improvements help protect your home, provide your family with greater comfort and even enhance your home's value.

Timely maintenance and repairs help protect your home, provide your family with greater comfort and even enhance your home's value.

06/15/2026

Vacations are amazing, but there’s truly no place like home! 🏡✨

From the comfort of your own bed to the familiar comfy corners, nothing beats coming back to your personal sanctuary. What’s the one thing you miss most about your home when you’re away?

06/12/2026

A great Realtor does more than open doors. They should help you understand the market, break down the numbers, identify potential red flags, and give you the information you need to make confident decisions every step of the way.

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, and asking questions is one of the smartest things you can do. If you're planning to buy a home anywhere in Central Iowa, save this post and keep these questions handy when you start your home search.

What question do you think every buyer should ask before making an offer? Drop it in the comments below. 👇

Helen Turner, Realtor
Iowa Realty
515-681-5319

06/11/2026

Check out this acreage in Winterset by Helen Turner, Realtor

06/11/2026

My favorite county fair in Iowa is ______.

06/08/2026

Life might throw you a curve ball here and there, but there's always something to be thankful for.

06/05/2026

Thinking about skipping the final walkthrough before closing? In a fast-moving market this is one step buyers should never rush past.

The final walkthrough is your last chance to make sure the home is exactly how it should be before the keys officially change hands.

This is where buyers confirm:
✔️ Agreed-upon repairs were actually completed
✔️ Appliances and fixtures stayed with the home
✔️ Everything is working properly
✔️ The property condition matches what was expected
✔️ No surprise damage happened during move-out

Most of the time, everything checks out just fine. But this quick walkthrough can save buyers from major headaches after closing day. A home purchase is one of the biggest investments most people make in Central Iowa. Taking an extra 20 minutes for peace of mind is always worth it. 🔑

Have you ever caught something during a final walkthrough that would’ve been a problem later? 👀

Helen Turner, Realtor
Iowa Realty
515-681-5319

06/03/2026

Today’s most compelling kitchens are the ones you barely notice at all.

From camouflaged appliances to streamlined storage, today’s kitchens are designed to blend in.

06/02/2026

Girl dads, this one's for you.
Come learn the basics of hair styling on mannequins in an UNbelievably fun and judgement-free space.

Stylists from Reese Marie Salon are teaching a Dads Doing Hair Workshop at our Locust Experience Center in downtown Des Moines on Thursday, June 18.

Class begins at 6 PM, but doors open at 5:30 PM. Come early 'cause we're stocking our kitchen with ALL the dad essentials: candy, snacks, beer and pizza.
Get ready to say "Hold my beer, I got this!" as you master braids, ponytails and more.
REGISTER HERE