Caddie Property Management Blog

Blog Post What to Expect in Your First Year as a Des Moines Landlord
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

What to Expect in Your First Year as a Des Moines Landlord

The first year of owning a rental property in Des Moines is not what most people imagine it will be.Some landlords imagine it's mostly passive — the rent arrives, the mortgage gets paid, and life continues. Others imagine it's mostly stressful — constant calls...
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Blog Post Des Moines Rental Market Update: 2026
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

Des Moines Rental Market Update: 2026

Last updated: May 2026 | Sources: RentCafe, Zumper, Zillow Rental Manager, Rentometer, MMG Real Estate Advisors, SmartMove DSMThe Des Moines rental market in 2026 is best described as a market in transition — moving from the supply-constrained, landlord-favorable conditions...
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Blog Post How to Price Your Rental Property in Des Moines
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

How to Price Your Rental Property in Des Moines

Pricing a rental property feels like it should be simple. Look at what similar homes are renting for. Pick a number. Done.In practice, most landlords get this wrong — and the cost of getting it wrong is significant in both directions. Price too high and the property sits va...
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Blog Post What Des Moines Tenants Actually Want in a Rental Home
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

What Des Moines Tenants Actually Want in a Rental Home

Most landlords think about their rental property from one direction: what does this asset cost me, what does it earn me, and how do I protect it? That's the right framework for ownership decisions.But vacancy, slow lease-up, and high turnover are almost always tenant-perspect...
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Blog Post The Most Common Maintenance Problems in Older Des Moines Homes
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

The Most Common Maintenance Problems in Older Des Moines Homes

Older homes make good rentals. They're often in established neighborhoods with mature trees and walkable streets. They sell below replacement cost. They have character that newer construction can't replicate. And they can generate strong cash flow relative to their acquis...
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Blog Post How We Reduce Vacancy for Des Moines Rental Property Owners
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

How We Reduce Vacancy for Des Moines Rental Property Owners

Vacancy is the number that landlords think about least and that hurts them most.A $1,500/month rental sitting empty for 30 days isn't a $1,500 problem. Once you add the mortgage, taxes, insurance, and carrying costs that continue whether a tenant is there or not, every vacant...
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Blog Post The Real Cost of a Bad Tenant — And How to Avoid One
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

The Real Cost of a Bad Tenant — And How to Avoid One

Most landlords, when they think about the risk of a bad tenant, think about the obvious number: missed rent. One month, maybe two. It's frustrating, but it feels manageable.The actual number is rarely that small.When you add up the legal process, the lost income during vacanc...
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Blog Post What Landlords Need to Know About Iowa Rental Laws
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

What Landlords Need to Know About Iowa Rental Laws

What Landlords Need to Know About Iowa Rental LawsIowa is generally considered a landlord-friendly state. There's no rent control, notice requirements are shorter than many states, and the eviction process — when followed correctly — moves faster than most. But &q...
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Blog Post Should I Rent or Sell My Home in Des Moines? A Balanced Guide
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

Should I Rent or Sell My Home in Des Moines? A Balanced Guide

Should I Rent or Sell My Home in Des Moines, Iowa?Few financial decisions carry more weight than what to do with a home you're ready to move on from. Sell and pocket the equity. Or hold it, rent it out, and let someone else pay down your mortgage while the property appreciate...
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Blog Post What Makes a Good Rental Property in Des Moines, Iowa?
By Caddie Property Management - Thursday, May 28, 2026

What Makes a Good Rental Property in Des Moines, Iowa?

Walk through enough open houses as an investor and a pattern starts to emerge. Some properties feel like rentals the moment you step inside — right-sized, right location, right price point for the market. Others look like deals on paper but reveal problems the further you d...
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