My husband and I recently worked with the Sara Hopkins Real Estate Team on the purchase of our home in Des Moines. We can't say enough good things about the experience of working with Sara and Katey. Not only are they truly enjoyable people to work with, they are incredibly knowledgable about the area and market. We could tell they always had our best interests in mind, which gave us so much confidence in making the decision to buy our home. After our offer was accepted, their team continued to support us throughout the entire buying process with thoughtful communication and frequent updates. Highly recommend! 2024
Sara and team made the stressful process of home selling streamlined and easy. They were always ahead of the next step letting us know what was coming up and ensuring things happened timely. We felt confident with our sales strategy with their expertise and guidance. 2023
Sara is the best! We were moving in from out of state and she made the buying process a breeze.
She is thorough and professional and always took the time to ease our concerns or answer our questions. Her and her team were knowledgeable, friendly, and responsive. She really cares about her clients as well as the community she lives in. Shes someone you definitely want on your team. We are lucky to have found her!
Couldnt have asked for a better person to help us find our home. We would recommend her to whoever is looking to buy or sell a home in the Des Moines area. 2023
Sara and her team did an amazing job helping us sell our home. Our house was a difficult sell with lots of nuisances from outside parties. Not once did Sara let us get discouraged. She just pivoted and moved forward with every obstacle that came out way. 2023
Sara led me through a challenging market, right as the interest rates spiked. She provided me helpful feedback and guidance without trying to steer the ship on her own. She brought helpful support to ensure the presentation was optimal. When we found a buyer, she negotiated fairly and successfully! Would be glad to work with Sara again in the future. 2023
We couldnt recommend Sara Hopkins and her wonderful team more highly. From the initial contact to well after the close on our home, Sara went above and beyond our high expectations with her professionalism, communication, and expert knowledge of the local market. As buyers, we felt well represented in the financial transaction. Sara thoroughly explored every scenario regarding the condition of the older home we purchased, and her referrals to home inspectors, structural engineers, and mortgage lenders proved invaluable. Relocating from out of state, Saras superlative knowledge of local laws and codes put our minds at ease. It was truly a pleasure to work with Sara and her team. - Olga & Peter 2020
My partner and I are first time home buyers and we decided to go big and have a home built custom rather than buying a pre owned home. Sara could not have been more patient or calming throughout the process, we were both super anxious throughout because of our own anxieties and Sara was straightforward and respectful with us while also helping us relax and enjoy the process. Her team , with a special shout out to jeni , are absolutely amazing and we are excited to have found a realtor for life. 2020
Sara was knowledgeable about the present market in regards to selling a home and buying a home. She was helpful in suggestions to prepare our home for sale and honest about the market price of similar homes in the area. Our house was listed at a reasonable price and we sold it in 4 days. Sara was also helpful with us in locating and buying our new home. Sara and her team were helpful and thorough in the selling and buying process. We would recommend her 100% to anyone interested in selling or buying a home. 2020
We cannot stop raving about Sara Hopkins! We decided to work with Sara because we felt she was so connected to the community around her and passionate about helping families find the right home at the right time, which was important for us not just to find a house, but to find a home. What we didnt know when we started the process, was that the world would seemingly come to a stop in the middle of our home-buying journey due to COVID-19, but Sara did not. She NEVER stops working for her clients. She kept us informed every step of the way, gave us thoughtful advice and recommendations on various services to utilize to make the selling/moving process easier, listened to our concerns, answered all of our questions patiently and confidently negotiated and stepped in when it was necessary to help close a deal. On top of that Sara is just an amazing person to be around and genuinely cares about her clients. Because she is an incredible realtor, we landed our dream home, that we look forward to making many, many memories in with our family and friends. 2020
We were new to the area, and decided to rent for a year. When it came time to buy, we had specific location requirements designed to keep our son in his elementary school. Sara was targeted and thoughtful in what homes she recommended we consider.
We placed an offer on two homes. For the first, we were ultimately outbid but Sara fought tooth and nail for us through the process, staying in constant contact with us and the seller's agent. For the second home, our offer was accepted and we're in the process of moving in. As we looked at, considered, and made an offer on our new home, the time Sara took to get to know us really paid off in the honest and helpful advice she offered along the way.
For the entire process, Sara and her team were good communicators, demonstrated our best interests were at heart, and were pleasant to work with.
If the time comes to sell our home, Sara will be the first person I talk to. 2020
Sara helped us sell our home in less than 48 hours and for asking price. She is extremely helpful and responsive. She helps her community by doing monthly updates and having community gatherings. 2019
Because life happens, we have used Sara more than once. She never disappoints. The thing we appreciated most about Sara is her confidence in handling anything that came our way. We navigated selling and buying during COVID and she took care of everything. She is understanding, supportive and so much more than just a realtor. 2020
We bought and sold with Sara and could not have had a better experience. She knows her market, is an incredible negotiator and advisor, and has built strong relationships with so many different vendors you may need in the buying/selling process. But beyond that, Sara truly understands that her job isnt just about buying and selling houses; its about people and the place they call home, and that makes all the difference in how she works with you and everyone involved in the process. She and her team are incredibly knowledgeable, responsive and organized. They sent regular progress reports and to-do lists so we knew what was going on before we even knew to ask. We always felt like we were their only client - whether it was during our year-long search for a house or during the sale of our house, when they had 13 other closings happening in a month. We loved working with them and cant recommend them enough! 2019
Sara is one of the best realtors I've ever worked with. She is incredibly strategic and is always able to offer advice and counsel throughout the frequently stressful home selling/buying process. She knows when to talk you off the ledge and reassure you that everything will work out fine. And it usually does! We were incredibly happy with our home selling experience with Sara and would highly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home. 2019
Sara made this whole process easy. She is knowledgeable, but most importantly she cares about helping you. I will be recommending her to my friends and family, and will be working with her again in the future. Thanks so much Sara! 2019
Working with Sara was a dream come true! We came to her in a panic with a stressful situation. My sister referred her to us and weve heard great things! We decided to go on a whim and contact her, and see if she could help us. And she did! We found our dream home, but did not start the process to sell our house. Sara and her team worked with us nonstop, got our house on the market quickly, sold in a few days, and helped us secure our dream home in a location we love! We cannot thank Sara and her team enough for helping us get the perfect home! Sara is knowledgeable, efficient, professional, and kind. Best realtor in Des Moines! THANK YOU!
Sara helped us price our home appropriately and get it sold quickly. She helped us every step along the way and kept us updated on each one. It was an easy and organized process. 2019
Sara is an incredible realtor. She is honest, savvy, experienced and extremely genuine. Her clients can rest assured that their best interests will always be her number one priority. Sara truly goes above and beyond for her clients to make sure the buying process is as seamless and as stress-free as possible. We feel so incredibly lucky to have worked with her to find our home. If youre looking for someone who is exceptional, go with Sara Hopkins. 2019
What can I say, Sara is simply amazing and supported by an outstanding team! Sara sold my home and helped me find the most wonderful home to right-size to. Sara is not just a realtor, she provides emotional support, she listens, she responds quickly and she makes you feel that your needs and wants are of the utmost importance.
The communication with Sara and her team throughout the process of buying and selling was incredible. The lengths that Sara went to to solicit feedback after every showing was nothing short of impressive, and so timely. Whitney, a member of Saras kept me informed of where we were on the sale process regularly, utilizing a checklist to document exactly where I was in the buying and selling process; this was so incredibly helpful!
Sara found me an amazing home. I didnt make it easy, I had a narrow geographical area I was interested in and there was low inventory, but she was so attuned to my wants. As soon as the place I would eventually buy was on the market, Sara recommended we look at it, I told after the showing that I knew this was my home. Sara went to work with marketing and strategizing to get my home sold so I could buy the new home.
I cannot possibly recommend Sara and her team enough! She will exceed all expectations in the sale and/ or purchase of your home.
Many thanks to Sara for all of her hard work in always looking out for my best interests! 2019
Sara was amazing! Whenever a potential house came up she was on it to get ma all the details. She wouldn't stop until we found the perfect house. She also was amazing in dealing with selling my townhouse. Her quick tips allowed us to move it quickly. Can't say enough good things about our experience with Sara and her team. 2018
Sara helped us buy our first home in 2015 and then sell it when we relocated in 2018. Of all the adulting decisions we have made thus far in our lives, choosing Sara as a realtor has got to be one of the top best choices. She is absolutely AMAZING at her job, and she is the most genuine wonderful person, too. You will be 100% taken care of as her client whether buying or selling. We had a few bumps in the selling of our home and Sara worked SO hard to smooth them out without causing us worry and went above and beyond to solve the issues and make a clear path for us to move on to our next home. She can think outside the box and is a fantastic communicator who knows how to get what her clients want and need. The things she does to make her clients feel appreciated and loved are just awesome (cake delivery on your 1 year home-buying anniversary?!). I cant even enumerate all the things she did to make us love her (holding our baby daughter while we looked through houses together, hosting a client appreciation party at a pumpkin patch, pie delivery for Christmas, need I go on?). Pick Sara, and you will love her too! 2018
Sara is a tireless professional. We loved working with her and she made selling our house easier than we ever thought possible. She's incredibly knowledgable and provides reliable advice. She's also a genuine and kind person, which makes working with her even nicer. We're looking forward to working with her and her team again. 2018
Sara and her team are truly AMAZING to work with! As first time homebuyers, my husband and I had no idea what we were doing. The first thing we wanted to do was choose a realtor, so meeting with Sara was the first step of our home-buying experience. She was organized, friendly and helpful from the get go, and really helped put us at ease. She was always happy to answer questions (ranging anywhere from how to choose a bank to which home renovation projects will be most beneficial for resale value).
Although we worked with one of Sara's associates more than Sara, we always felt like we could get ahold of her if we needed to, and never felt like we weren't worth her time. In addition, Katey was also great to work with. We weren't living in Des Moines when we were trying to buy our home, so we had to get a lot of showings set up all at once to make our trips to Des Moines worth it. In addition, there would be times where we would see a listing last-minute and Katey and/or Sara would make it possible for us to see the home same day.
Sara and her team really go above and beyond to help you find the right home, they are willing to give their personal and professional opinions, and they truly show that they care about you finding your perfect home. When it came time for us to put in our offer and go through negotiations, Sara and Katey both fought for us to get a fair deal that we were comfortable with.
I would recommend Sara and her team in heartbeat! 2018
Sara was great to work with! We sold and bought with her this spring and it was a super smooth process! She is knowledgeable about the process and is helpful with pros and cons on the houses you are looking at. She tries to be responsive and if she cannot respond her staff is wonderful and helpful with questions! If we ever decide to buy or sell again we will definitely use Sara! 2018
I am thankful to have met Sara through Lead Like a Lady. I knew exactly who I was going to use as a realtor when I started the home buying process. Sara made the process seamless! Half of the time, I felt overwhelmed by the "crash course" of knowledge I was gaining, but I was so happy to have her by my side along the way. She encouraged me to get all of the tests, scoping and precautionary items checked off to ensure that the home I was buying would not have any surprises down the road. I have sense heard nightmare stories from other homeowners who did not have a smart, rock star realtor, like Sara. I'm grateful for her knowledge and expertise from start to finish. I also appreciate a strong woman who is not afraid to have hard conversations in negotiations. She has gone above and beyond to provide excellent service and I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell ---- Thanks, Sara! 2018
Sara is an amazing realtor. She really worked hard for us both times we have bought homes through her. Her negotiations and advice made a big difference in both the purchase price and the changes we wanted the sellers to make before we could commit to the sale. Sara is fast at responding to questions or concerns, and an all-around delightful person - I wouldn't buy a home in the Des Moines metro without her having my back! 2018
We couldn't be happier with Sara as our realtor! Selling our home wasn't as easy as anticipated and Sara not only had a positive attitude throughout the entire process, but she also was completely on the ball with new ideas on how to best market our home. Her knowledge of both the industry and marketing tactics were impressive! On top of that, Sara's customer service was top notch. She was so responsive with every question (and we had a lot!) and always made sure we were in the loop for every step along the way. She worked so incredibly hard to ensure we got our dream home and we absolutely can't thank her enough. Our current home is not just our dream home, it's beyond our dreams and it's all thanks to Sara's hard work and amazing attitude. 2017
I loved working with Sara. She was patient, calm, professional, courteous, friendly. She was knowledgeable about properties and the area. She showed us countless homes before we found the one that we eventually settled on and throughout the whole process, she never pressured us or seemed like she was just trying to make the deal, which is how I've been treated by other realtors. Buying a home is necessarily stressful, but it goes a lot smoother when you have the right agent. Since we are new to the area, Sara recommended to us new neighborhoods, appraisors, mortgage brokers, cleaners, movers and even a preschool for my son! I highly recommend Sara as your agent. 2017
There are so many great things about our experience with Sara Hopkins that I don't know if I have enough room to list them all. Sara helped us Buy our New home and list our old home for sale. For the purchase of our new home Sara represented both seller and buyers and did an amazing job representing both sides. We didn't feel like she was looking out for the other side's interest more than the other. The process of buying the new home was our best experience every purchasing a home and without Sara I doubt it would have gone the same way. When it came to selling our old home Sara was on top of it. She helped us through the process, gave us all our options and never tried to get us to make a decision based on what would be better for her interest. We had complications during closing due to some title issues on our end and it looked like we wouldn't make the closing date or even close on the house. Sara's exact words were I solve problems and that's what I do . She kept her word and she helped us solve every extremely complex issue and we closed on time! I wouldn't recommend anyone else in town except Sara and her team. You can't go wrong with someone that gives you their all plus some 2017
I could not have had a better experience with Sara! We needed to move quick on the sale of our house and she made it happen. She always kept us in the loop and provided us with the right level of communication. What I most appreciated about Sara is that she gave us different possibilities each step of the way to ensure we were prepared for any scenario. I felt like I was prepared for anything that might pop up. n nI couldn't recommend Sara more! 2017
Realtor had my best interest as a top priority. She always made time for us and was helpful in the entire process from start to closing. Throughout the process she pointed out things we would not have noticed or things to consider. We used her for selling and buying- both transactions were smooth because of her attentiveness and assistance on both ends. She literally helped us land our dream home. She knew what we liked and without her we would not have even gave our new house a look. We are soooo happy with our purchase- it has changed our lives. We could've used a thousand realtors- she is by far the best person out there for the job. Highly recommended! 2017
It sold! Sara had evaluated the home 8 months prior to us listing with her. When she listed, she listened to our thoughts on price and was willing to list where we wanted but also quickly showed documentation to support why we needed to consider a different price range. The showings started and an offer soon followed. 2017
It sold! Sara had evaluated the home 8 months prior to us listing with her. When she listed, she listened to our thoughts on price and was willing to list where we wanted but also quickly showed documentation to support why we needed to consider a different price range. The showings started and an offer soon followed. 2017
Buying a house for any couple can be an overwhelming and sometimes daunting task. Finding a realtor to help with that process can be somewhat intimidating also. You are putting 100% of your trust in an individual to help you find the home of your future. n nWhen we first met Sara we weren't ready to buy a home, just happened to be in an area with some open houses and stopped in to look around. Sara made such a great first impression on us that when we were ready to buy a home a few years later, we knew she would be the realtor to help us with this process. We hit the jackpot with Sara! n nSara is someone that makes you feel comfortable from day one. She listens to your needs and comes up with a variety of options in how to achieve what it is you are looking for so you get EXACTLY what you want. If there's anything you may be struggling with or not understanding through the process, she is there to help in whatever way possible. She doesn't pressure you or overwhelm you, but simply listens, suggests, and finds a way to execute. n nWe ended up deciding to build a home and Sara was the perfect realtor to help with that process. We had a pretty clear vision of what we wanted in our future home, but there were a variety of things we were unsure about. Sara did a fantastic job of helping us through that process. Her suggestions matched up perfectly with the look and feel we wanted and we couldn't be happier with our home. n nSimply put, Sara gets it. Whether it's you as people, trends, needs, looks or family needs, Sara makes it a priority to make sure your money is well spent. By the time we closed on our house we didn't see Sara as just our realtor . She has become a friend as well. n nI believe trust is the biggest key to building or purchasing a new home, and with Sara you get exactly that. We 110% made the right decision in choosing Sara and we highly suggest considering Sara for your next home! 2017
What can I tell you about Sara that convinces you she's better than anyone else? From the initial meeting at the first house to the tenth house to the multiple offers to closing, it was clear that she wanted what was best for us and was going to work as hard as possible to make it happen. Her years of experience as a realtor and her knowledge of homes in the market were invaluable. As we walked through homes, she would point out things as we went, whether they were assets or liabilities. I trust Sara completely and still bug her with questions even now that we're in our new home! She is truly a partner and trusted advisor and when it comes to one of the biggest decisions you'll make, Sara is the person you want in your corner and by your side. 2017
Call Sara! Her passion and confidence, along with her knowledge and expertise, made our real estate transaction a worry free and smooth experience. We were referred to her by family members, and we have happily passed her name and information on to many others. Sara is professional, sincere and trustworthy, and she will promptly take care of every detail throughout the process. Without hesitation or reservation, look no further. Call Sara! 2017
I wholeheartedly recommend realtor Sara Hopkins. She's simply the best! As a first time home buyer, I was really intimidated by the idea of buying a house. Sara took away all of my fears about the process and I felt like I had a partner helping me navigate this tricky market. Sara is capable, knowledgeable, and really listens to the wants and needs of her clients. She was super responsive and available when I had a question or concern. Sara is an excellent negotiator and had my best interests in mind at all times. Whether you are buying or selling, if it's your first time or not, Sara is the person for you! 2017
We were extremely pleased with the services Sara provided in both helping us sell our existing home and find our dream home. Sara was able to sell our existing home in an incredibly short amount of time 5 days! Sara always kept our best interests at heart, and gave us advice throughout the whole process, she was even able to save us $3,400 in closing costs by recommending other lenders in town that were more competitive than our current bank. Both Sara and her assistant, Katey, were there for us through the entire process, and made it as worry free and smooth as possible. They're both incredibly professional and friendly, and we cannot have asked for a better real estate agent, guide and friend. Thank you Sara and Katey! 2017
We would highly recommend Sara Hopkins to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home. She helped us at both ends of the process. She sold our home in a remarkably short amount of time (16 days!) and negotiated an offer that exceeded our expectations. She also helped us through the process of building our dream home. She is professional, available, and just a really nice person who loves her job and loves helping others. Thanks Sara! 2016
This is straight from my heart, I give Sara a 5 star rating. When we met with Sara she was humble and easy-going and yet intelligent about the real estate market. We interviewed two agents for the job and Sara always saw potential everywhere. Sara not only listened to our ideas, she gave us great suggestions as well. She even encouraged us to get a premium price for our home $5,000 higher than what we were originally even thinking of asking. We appreciate working with her so much and we are humbled, blessed, and honored to have her as our real estate agent. 2016