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Iowa Real Estate Pre-License Class: FAQs About Becoming a Real Estate Agent in Iowa
Starting a real estate career in Iowa is exciting, but it can also bring up important questions. How long does it take to get licensed? Do you need a college degree? How do real estate agents get paid? What happens after you pass the exam?
If you are exploring how to become a real estate agent in Iowa, this FAQ guide will help you understand the basics before taking the next step. Whether you are considering a career change, looking for more flexibility, or interested in building your own business, knowing what to expect can make the licensing process feel much more approachable.
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors helps new and aspiring agents move from pre-license education to launching a real estate career with class options,
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Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Ranks as Iowa's Largest Independent Real Estate Company
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors has once again been ranked as the largest independent real estate company in Iowa for 2025, according to the HousingWire RealTrends Verified report. The annual report ranks the top 500 real estate firms in the United States based on residential transaction sides and sales volume. Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors ranked 125th nationally based on 4,152 transactions closed.
HousingWire RealTrends Verified ranks companies on residential transactions only. When farm and land, and commercial transactions are included, Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors closed 4,239 sides in 2025. On average, Ruhl agents closed 15.8 transactions in 2025, nearly double the national average for per-agent productivity.
"We've built our company around delivering cons...
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Real Estate Investing 101: Beginner's Guide to Buying Investment Property in the Quad Cities
Real estate investing is one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth through rental income, property appreciation, and equity growth. In the Quad Cities and surrounding communities, investors benefit from affordable home prices, steady rental demand, and strong community growth.
If you are new to real estate investing, this beginner-friendly guide will walk you through how to buy your first investment property and what to expect along the way. With local expertise in the Quad Cities and surrounding markets, Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors helps investors make confident, informed decisions....
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What the First Year in Real Estate Really Looks Like
Like many new agents, Kenny Garvey entered real estate expecting to build a strong foundation and steadily grow his presence in the community. What he quickly discovered, however, is that success in this industry requires patience, persistence, and a willingness to learn in real time.
The first year in real estate is rarely predictable. It brings excitement, uncertainty, personal growth, and meaningful milestones. We sat down with Kenny from the Clinton Ruhl&Ruhl office to talk about what inspired him to get started and what the first year truly looked like behind the scenes.
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Growing Your Real Estate Business in 2026 Starts Close to Home
The real estate landscape continues to evolve, and success in 2026 looks different than it did just a few years ago. Markets are more competitive, clients are more informed, and expectations continue to shift. For agents across the Quad Cities and surrounding communities, growth isn't just about keeping up, it's about having the right guidance, tools, and support system behind you.
At Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors, we believe that real estate is never a so...