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This article was originally published in the Keeping Current Matters newsletter. For more statistics and current prices of owning a home please visit RuhlHomes.com.
Homes in our areas are now eligible for a greater amount of assistance towards making a down payment. Homebuyers, who use the Iowa Finance Authority's FirstHome and FirstHome Plus program to purchase a home through the end of the year, may qualify for up to $3,500 in down payment assistance. This is an increase of $1,000 above the normal amount of $2,500. "One of the biggest barriers facing Iowa homebuyers is coming up with the cash for the down payment," said Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds in a press release. "The Iowa Finance Authority has recognized that need and has implemented this $1,000 bonus for a limited time to help home buyers realize their dream of homeownership." The FirstHome Plus Program provides targeted assistance in certain neighborhoods in the communities we serve, such as Davenport, Dubuque and Iowa City. The homebuyer may be a first-time or repeat homebuyer and must meet federal i...
Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS is the proud to be the sponsor of the Dubuque Museum of Art's 2011 Annual Art Auction and Holiday Party. "This is going to be a great event and we are excited to be a part of it this year," said Jeff Hefel, Manager of the Ruhl&Ruhl Dubuque Office. "Art has been a long-time treasure of this community and our company shares in its passion and appreciation of history." The event, which features a cash raffle drawing and art auction, will take place Friday, November 4th at the Historic Masonic Temple, 1155 Locust Street, Dubuque. Cocktails will be served at 6:30pm with the Auction beginning at 7:30pm. Tickets are $50 per person and RSVP's can be submitted by contacting the Dubuque Museum of Art at 563.557.1851. The auction catalog preview will be available beginning October 24th at www.dbqart.com. A family-owned company since 1...
Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS is pleased to announce the addition of Cathy Dalldorf to our team, as a Regional Manager, overseeing the Ruhl&Ruhl offices of DeWitt, Clinton and Maquoketa. Dalldorf brings a wealth of real estate knowledge and expertise, as well as management experience. "I am excited for this new opportunity to grow with Ruhl&Ruhl," Dalldorf said. "I came to this company because of its focus on customer care and agent development. I am thrilled to be able to share those values with more individuals as a regional manager. "With low interest rates and good inventory in our markets, now is really the time to buy or sell and I look forward to helping clients through the process at Ruhl&Ruhl." As manager in Clinton, Dalldorf is replacing Norm Vande Kamp, who has worked for Ruhl&Ruhl, either as an agent or manager, for over 13 years and soon will be entering retirement. "He definitely will be missed,"...
Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Beason as the manager of the Ruhl&Ruhl Moline Office. Beason, son of Caroline Ruhl, President of Ruhl&Ruhl REALTORS, was born and raised in the Quad Cities and has grown up in the real estate industry, bringing a wealth of knowledge about the area and the business. "I am very excited for this new opportunity to grow with Ruhl&Ruhl," said Beason, who is the fifth generation to help lead the company. "I truly believe that we can provide the best real estate experience in our region through the world class service our agents provide. We have a great team in the Moline Office and I am glad to be a part of it." As manager, Beason is replacing Ann Cunningham, who has worked for Ruhl&Ruhl, either as an agent or manager, for over 18 years and now will be entering retirement. "She definitely left some big shoes to fill," Beason added. After grad...
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