Iowa REALTORS® Blog

Although the 2026 Iowa Legislative session produced several meaningful policy changes impacting real estate professionals and property owners, a number of high-profile proposals ultimately stalled before reaching the finish line.

As communities across Iowa continue exploring solutions to housing supply and affordability challenges, lawmakers revisited accessory dwelling unit (ADU) policy during the 2026 legislative session.

The 2026 Iowa Legislative Session included several meaningful updates for REALTORS®, homeowners, and property rights across the state.

For the Iowa Great Lakes Board of REALTORS®, giving back isn’t a one-time effort. Each year, the Community Outreach Committee gathers to ask a simple but powerful question: How can we best serve our community right now?

Iowa’s housing market showed clear signs of a spring surge in March, with notable increases in new listings, inventory, and sales activity signaling growing opportunities for buyers and sustained demand across the state.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network ("FinCEN") Residential Real Estate Reporting Requirement, which took effect on March 1, 2026, has been delayed.

When Jen Burkamper entered real estate nearly 26 years ago, she was searching for something entirely different than the corporate path she had started on after college.

For Paul, the skills and perspective he gained as a REALTOR® made the transition into local government natural. 

February brought early signs of spring to the housing market, with new listings and pending sales showing notable growth, creating momentum as we head toward the busy spring season.

When Jill Hartke started her real estate journey 14 years ago, it wasn’t part of a long-term career plan, and it certainly wasn’t the first step in creating a family business. 

UPDATE: FinCEN Residential Real Estate Rule Delayed

The Residential Real Estate Rule requires that a report be filed with FinCEN for all reportable residential real estate transactions.

 Iowa’s housing market kicked off the new year with renewed momentum, as January brought gains in new listings and steady buyer activity across much of the state. 

A simple idea can often blossom into a truly impactful initiative if provided with the right support, and dedication. That is exactly the case for the Flipping for Habitat event in eastern Iowa. 

The Fourth Annual Downtown Tailgate brought together football fans, families, and local businesses for a day of fun, food, and philanthropy in the heart of Sioux City. 

Iowa’s housing market wrapped up December on steady footing, with healthier inventory levels and sustainable price growth pointing toward a more balanced start to 2026. While late-year activity reflected typical seasonal slowdowns, year-over-year gains in listings and closed sales suggest the market is stabilizing and regaining its rhythm. Together, these trends signal renewed momentum and a stronger outlook for buyers and sellers heading into the new year.

Iowa’s housing market ended 2025 with encouraging fundamentals, as improved inventory availability and steady price growth helped set the stage for a balanced market heading into early 2026.