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Second Home Construction on the Rise
Housing trends are being impacted by lifestyle changes we’re making due to the COVID-19 pandemic. More designated home office space and remote learning areas are desired over open-floor plans. Larger homes vs. smaller footprints accommodate more time spent at home....

What’s your word for 2021?
A snow storm has started here in Cedar Rapids, making this a good day to think about the year ahead. One idea I implemented last year was to have a word for the year. My word for 2020 was “FOCUS”. It really did help me when I was heading down “bunny trails” and...

Sharing Inspiration and More
It’s been a little while since I posted. There are a couple of things I wanted to share with you that I think could be helpful. Just an update on the most recent book I’m reading, “The Book of Beautiful Questions” by Warren Berger. Using questions to make better...

Election Day – November 3, 2020 (VIDEO)
Today is Election Day, and I encourage you not to take this for granted. Please go out and vote. We are blessed to live in the greatest country in the world where we have the opportunity to vote in free elections. We are free to disagree. We are free to express our...

Thanks for Your Support – 10 Years in Real Estate (VIDEO)
Just a quick check-in. First Alan & I want to thank all of you for supporting us in our real estate business. 10-years ago I left the security of a 30+ year career at Alliant Energy to venture into the unknown world of real estate. It was a big leap for our...

Staying Accountable! (VIDEO)
Just wanted to check-in with you after I mentioned some goals I have been working toward. A few months ago, I shared a few books I had been reading and how I was attempting to implement the ideas to improve my success and quality of life. The 12-Week Year, by...

After the Storm (VIDEO)
It’s been a little over two weeks since a derecho storm came through Iowa. The Cedar Rapids/Marion area seems to have been dealt the worst of it with winds recorded up to 140 mph during the 45 minutes of destruction. It at least feels good to be moving into the...

Real Estate Help Wherever You Are (VIDEO)
No matter where you are looking at real estate, Brockette Homes can help! Of course we are licensed to sell real estate in Iowa and specialize in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City and surrounding areas. But we can offer assistance anywhere in the world! How does...

Cedar Rapids: The City of Five Seasons (VIDEO)
It's funny how we tend to move about in our daily lives and take for granted what is around us. The other day I was heading to a closing downtown and had a little extra time. As I drove down First Avenue in Cedar Rapids, I looked over at the city monument and...

Mountain Resorts or Canyon Solitude
When most people think of Colorado, their mind goes to the majestic views from the Rocky Mountains. There are many resorts tucked into this amazing mountain range that attract millions of tourists every year. And for some, that's the problem! Consider the...
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