MR. MOTO REALTY · FOR SELLERS
SELL YOUR HOME IN DES MOINES AND THE SURROUNDING METRO
We help homeowners across the Des Moines metro sell with confidence. From the first conversation to closing day, our team handles preparation, repairs, professional photography and video, and marketing under one roof, so your home can reach the market sooner and make a stronger first impression.
Talk to Us About Selling Your HomeOUR MISSION
A FORWARD-THINKING REAL ESTATE TEAM FOR DES MOINES SELLERS
At Mr. Moto Realty, our mission is to deliver the highest level of value and professional service we can, built around each client’s needs. Every recommendation starts with your goals, your timeline, and your situation, not a one-size-fits-all script.
We’re also building a different kind of real estate team. We believe the traditional agent model leaves too many gaps, so we’ve designed ours around innovative marketing, in-house services, and a progressive, forward-thinking approach to how a team should work. The result is a real estate experience that feels more connected, more efficient, and more personal.
We help homeowners sell in:
…along with other communities across Polk, Dallas, Warren, and Madison counties.
THE MR. MOTO ADVANTAGE
WHY MR. MOTO REALTY BRINGS MORE TO THE TABLE
Most real estate agents rely on a long list of outside vendors to get a home ready, listed, and sold. Every handoff adds time. Mr. Moto Realty is built differently. Through vertical integration, we bring the key pieces of a real estate transaction under one roof, from administrative oversight to construction, repairs, cleaning, and marketing. Fewer handoffs mean fewer delays and a shorter path from your first call to a finished result.
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CONSTRUCTION EXPERTISE IN-HOUSE
We own a local construction company, which gives us a real understanding of the full real estate envelope: structure, systems, finishes, and what inspectors and buyers notice. That means practical advice on repairs, realistic cost expectations, and the ability to get work done without waiting on an outside contractor’s schedule.
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IN-HOUSE TRANSACTION COORDINATION
Our in-house transaction coordinator keeps contracts, deadlines, documents, and communication with lenders, title companies, and other agents on track. You get one organized team watching every detail from contract to closing.
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PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, AND DRONE
Photography, videography, and drone photography are handled in-house. There’s no waiting for an outside photographer’s availability, and every home gets visuals designed to stand out online, where most buyers start their search.
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IN-HOUSE SOCIAL MEDIA AND MARKETING
Our in-house social media and marketing department builds a promotion plan for each property, using video, social platforms, and targeted online marketing to reach more of the right people.
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A NETWORK BUILT ON RELATIONSHIPS
Mr. Moto Realty is part of a family of local businesses, including our forward-thinking, relationship-driven coffee company, Growth Coffee Company. Over the years, these businesses have helped us build relationships across Central Iowa that many agents don’t have. When we need a buyer, a vendor, or a quick answer, we usually know who to call.
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FEWER GAPS, FASTER RESULTS
From administrative oversight to repairs, cleaning, and decluttering, our team and trusted network fill the gaps that often slow a transaction down. For sellers, that can mean a shorter path from deciding to sell to going live on the market. For buyers, it means faster answers and a smoother path to closing.
OUR PROCESS
HOW WE LIST AND SELL YOUR HOME
We keep our listing process simple, so you always know what’s next.
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INITIAL CONTACT
It starts with a call, text, or form submission. We learn the basics about your home, your timeline, and why you’re thinking about selling, then set up a time to meet.
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LISTING CONSULTATION
We meet in person to walk through your home, talk through your goals, and review recent sales and current market conditions nearby. You’ll leave with a recommended pricing strategy and a clear picture of what it will take to get your home market-ready.
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SIGN THE EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENT
Once you’re ready to move forward, we sign an exclusive listing agreement. It spells out the listing price, marketing plan, timeline, and compensation, so everyone is on the same page.
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PREPARE THE PROPERTY
Our team coordinates repairs, updates, cleaning, and decluttering as needed. Because much of this work is handled in-house or through our trusted network, your home can be ready for photos sooner.
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GO LIVE ON THE MARKET
We capture professional photos, video, and drone footage, then launch your listing on the MLS and major real estate websites.
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MARKET AND PROMOTE YOUR HOME
Our in-house marketing team promotes your home across social media, video, and online channels with a plan tailored to your property and its likely buyers.
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OFFERS THROUGH CLOSING
We review every offer with you, negotiate on your behalf, and our in-house transaction coordinator manages inspections, appraisal, and deadlines through closing day.
BEFORE YOU LIST
REPAIRS, CLEANING, AND PREPARATION, ALL IN ONE PLACE
Getting a home ready to sell is often where sellers lose the most time. Finding a contractor, scheduling cleaners, and clearing out years of belongings can stretch a simple plan into weeks or months. Mr. Moto Realty is affiliated with a local construction company owned by our team, including an Iowa-registered general contractor who is fully insured and has hands-on experience in the trades.
That lets us help you decide which repairs and updates are worth making, give realistic cost expectations, and handle the work if you choose. Our team and trusted network can also coordinate cleaning and decluttering, so you’re not managing a long list of vendors on your own.
YOU’RE NEVER REQUIRED TO USE OUR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES.
Some sellers have their own contractors, and we’re happy to work alongside them.
ON THE MARKET
MARKETING THAT PUTS YOUR HOME IN FRONT OF BUYERS
Once your home is ready, the right marketing makes the difference. Our in-house team builds a plan around your property, so it reaches buyers where they’re actually looking.
Professional photography and video
Drone
photography
Social media and online promotion
MLS and major real estate websites
Depending on the property, marketing can include professional photos, walkthrough video, drone footage, social media campaigns, and exposure on the MLS and major real estate websites. Because it’s all handled in-house, your listing launches on our schedule instead of waiting on outside vendors.
Thinking about selling your home in Des Moines or the surrounding metro? Want to know what your home could sell for, or how our team can help you get it market-ready? Reach out below.
Talk to Us About Selling Your HomeGROWING WITH MR. MOTO REALTY
Mr. Moto Realty is a growing team, and we plan to expand into new markets over time. If you’re a real estate professional, contractor, or investor interested in working alongside us, we’d be glad to connect.
Connect With Our TeamFAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FROM HOME SELLERS
How does Mr. Moto Realty help homeowners sell a home in Des Moines?
Mr. Moto Realty handles the full selling process, from pricing and preparation to marketing, negotiation, and closing. Because the team has in-house construction, transaction coordination, photography, video, and marketing, sellers work with one connected team instead of a long list of outside vendors.
What areas of the Des Moines metro does Mr. Moto Realty serve?
Mr. Moto Realty serves Des Moines and the surrounding metro, including Adel, Altoona, Ankeny, Bondurant, Carlisle, Clive, Cumming, Dallas Center, Granger, Grimes, Indianola, Johnston, Mitchellville, Norwalk, Pleasant Hill, Polk City, Urbandale, Van Meter, Waukee, West Des Moines, Windsor Heights, and Winterset, plus other communities across Polk, Dallas, Warren, and Madison counties.
How do homeowners get started selling with Mr. Moto Realty?
The first step is reaching out by phone, text, or the form on this page. Mr. Moto Realty then schedules a listing consultation to walk through the home, discuss goals and timing, and review pricing.
How does Mr. Moto Realty determine a home’s listing price?
Mr. Moto Realty prepares a comparative market analysis using recent sales, active and pending listings, and current conditions near the home. The team also considers the home's condition, updates, and location to recommend a pricing strategy.
What is an exclusive listing agreement?
An exclusive listing agreement is the written contract between a seller and the listing brokerage. It covers the listing price, the length of the agreement, marketing, and compensation. Mr. Moto Realty walks through every part of the agreement before a seller signs.
What does it cost to sell a home with Mr. Moto Realty?
Listing commissions are negotiable and are set out in the written listing agreement. Sellers may also pay closing costs, such as title and transfer fees, and any concessions agreed to with the buyer. Mr. Moto Realty provides an estimate of net proceeds before listing.
How can Mr. Moto Realty get a home on the market sooner?
Mr. Moto Realty handles key steps in-house, including construction and repairs, photography, video, drone photography, marketing, and transaction coordination. With fewer outside vendors to schedule, there are fewer delays between the listing consultation and going live. Actual timing depends on the home and the work it needs.
Should sellers make repairs before listing?
It depends on the home and the market. Some repairs help a home sell faster or for more, while others don't pay off. Mr. Moto Realty's construction experience helps sellers decide which repairs and updates are worth making.
Can Mr. Moto Realty help with cleaning and decluttering?
Yes. Mr. Moto Realty's team and trusted network can coordinate cleaning and decluttering, so sellers don't have to find and schedule each service on their own.
Do sellers have to use Mr. Moto Realty’s construction services?
No. Construction services are always optional. Sellers can use their own contractors, and the team is happy to work alongside them.
How does Mr. Moto Realty market homes for sale?
Mr. Moto Realty's in-house team provides professional photography, video, and drone photography, along with social media and online marketing. Listings also appear on the MLS and major real estate websites.
How long does it take to sell a home in the Des Moines area?
It depends on price, condition, location, and the season. Once a home is under contract, closing often takes about 30 to 45 days, depending on the buyer's financing. Mr. Moto Realty gives sellers a realistic timeline based on current conditions in their area.
Can Mr. Moto Realty help sell a home that needs work?
Yes. Mr. Moto Realty can help sellers make targeted repairs before listing or list the home as-is and market it to buyers and investors looking for a project.
Can Mr. Moto Realty sell a rental property with tenants living in it?
Yes. Mr. Moto Realty helps owners sell occupied rental properties while respecting tenants' lease rights. The team coordinates showings with tenants and can market the property to investors who want a rental that's already leased.
What disclosures do sellers need to make in Iowa?
Iowa generally requires sellers of residential property to complete a seller disclosure statement describing known conditions of the property. Some sales are exempt, and other disclosures may apply, such as lead-based paint for homes built before 1978. Mr. Moto Realty provides the forms and helps sellers understand them, but sellers should contact an attorney with legal questions.
Do sellers need to be home during showings?
No. Most sellers leave during showings so buyers feel comfortable touring the home. Mr. Moto Realty schedules showings around the seller's routine and shares buyer feedback afterward.
Does Mr. Moto Realty or its team buy homes directly?
Members of the Mr. Moto Realty team sometimes buy properties for their own investments. When that happens, the team always discloses its real estate license status and any personal interest in the transaction, as Iowa law requires, and explains how a direct sale differs from listing on the open market.
DISCLOSURES
Mr. Moto Realty LLC is a real estate team licensed in the State of Iowa with Keller Williams Realty Greater Des Moines (Company Lic ID: F05542000), 4001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Affiliated Business Disclosure: Mr. Moto Realty has a business relationship with Growth Construction LLC and Growth Investments LLC, which are owned in whole or in part by members of our team. You are not required to use any affiliated company as a condition of working with us. You are free to choose any contractor or service provider.
Free Market Analysis: A comparative market analysis is an opinion of market value prepared by a real estate licensee. It is not an appraisal.
Timing and Results: Timelines and results vary by property, condition, and market conditions. No specific sale price or timeline is guaranteed.
Licensee Purchases: Members of the Mr. Moto Realty team hold Iowa real estate licenses. When a team member buys property for their own account, their license status and interest in the transaction are disclosed in writing.