https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems daily 0.75 2026-08-23 https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-adams-pick-landscaping-options monthly 0.5 2026-08-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/698e0f32-d4ec-41e4-813f-f53a74bbba65/The+Draper+Landscape 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515-Adam’s Pick-Landscaping Options - At the end of the day, incorporating quality landscaping into your yardscape is one of the better investments you can make financially and for the calming benefits for daily enjoyment. Here are some places I have found amazing plants and people: Bedwell Gardens/Norwalk: Their succulent selection is unparalleled. Goode Greenhouse/Ankeny: Fabulous perrenial selection and great staff. Local sales/everywhere: I have bought many amazing plants from local vendors happy to share their joy. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-amour monthly 0.5 2026-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/5c3402ec-70ce-43d0-aaec-32b8a9a0e58d/Image+2-27-26+at+9.14%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515-AMOUR - Make it stand out Why Joanna loves it: ‘Visitng and buying all the pretty things - it’s like collecting flowers in the winter.” https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-send-me-your-favorites monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/9007c7f6-ecaa-4f1f-94e8-a1f9d6d8986a/Screenshot+2026-01-12+at+11.04.54%E2%80%AFAM.png 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515-Send me your favorites - Happy New Year to all of you. May it greet you with the best of intentions and deliver you better from one experience unto the next. Truly, with breath and gratitude, - Meghan https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-richie-bros-junk-removal monthly 0.5 2025-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/b11ae6c8-c625-42a9-8235-3010ffa4bd07/IMG_9294.jpeg 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515 - Richie Bros Junk Removal - Make it stand out BEHOLD, THE REST https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/adams-favorite-thing-in-the-515-intentionality monthly 0.5 2025-09-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/d346f87e-f2ae-41e7-ab9d-35387c9a9d2a/Screenshot+2025-09-12+at+10.37.14%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - Adam’s Favorite Thing in the 515 - Intentionality - As the one-year anniversary of my move from Chicago to Des Moines draws closer, I have been reflecting on why I am very happy with the decision. Chicago and the surrounding burbs offered many of the things that bring me joy-world class cuisine, live music of all types, wonderful civic institutions, and a vibrantly diverse culture. It is a cornucopia of options that I relished partaking from, and to be perfectly frank, it is what made me hesitant to make the move. What I have come to find in Des Moines has been a revelation. Des Moines has and does all of the same things I enjoyed about Chicago, but maybe due to size, maybe due to location, but probably due to personality… it does them with more intention. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/c4f47853-a40d-4cae-9067-25cba32353b0/Screenshot+2025-09-12+at+10.37.18%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - Adam’s Favorite Thing in the 515 - Intentionality - I enjoyed world class meals ranging from inexpensive papusas (La Cuscatleca), to perfectly dressed pasta (Lucca), to a dang fine burger (Lachele’s). I have seen music from bluegrass in a park to hardcore metal at Val Air. I enjoyed going to the ballpark and the art museum. I have been fortunate to meet amazing people from all walks of life along the way. Each part of what I enjoyed about Chicago is here. But it feels more intentional…like the people providing it are proud of their offerings and their city and want you to feel it the way they do. And as an added bonus, this all comes with no (real) traffic. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-the-val-air-amp-tom-archers monthly 0.5 2025-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/016b6928-3cee-4e92-93a6-fac43bc7a083/Image+7-1-25+at+4.43%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515 - The Val Air & Tom Archer’s - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/12a52de1-7135-4a80-a4c5-3530277614b9/Image+7-1-25+at+4.42%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515 - The Val Air & Tom Archer’s - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-mothers-day monthly 0.5 2025-04-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/5202ebba-5a2d-4615-970d-c5f22d57a01e/Screenshot+2025-04-28+at+6.53.43%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515 - Mother’s Day - This month’s 515 Fave is the Moms. We see you and we love you. Thanks for being a part of my tribe. With breath and gratitude, - Meghan https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515-taste-of-new-york-pizza monthly 0.5 2025-03-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/8707b4b6-76a7-4d1b-bb77-999ab40df911/Image+1.jpeg 515 Gems - Favorite Things in the 515 - Taste of New York Pizza - Make it stand out Taste of New York Pizza-165 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, WDM 50266 https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/adams-southside-gems monthly 0.5 2025-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/948d59cd-7887-4736-bcff-1b7ecf9e530a/Image.jpeg 515 Gems - Adam’s Southside Gems Let spring come quickly and kindly! with breath and gratitude, - Meghan https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/fishing monthly 0.5 2025-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/ab96ff53-0a6a-4afc-a0d6-d21cdfb9f9ed/Screenshot+2025-01-12+at+9.52.20%E2%80%AFPM.png 515 Gems - Fishing https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/holiday-edition monthly 0.5 2024-12-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/5f04afbd-6c03-4283-9608-fd0a4b8e7beb/Image+12-4-24+at+7.54%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg 515 Gems - The Holidays! - Make it stand out Des Moines Botanical Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/f31b3758-2f50-4ea1-a6eb-25324c1a1721/IMG_3479.jpeg 515 Gems - The Holidays! - November kicked off the holiday hustle and bustle! Meghan and I joined forces with 20 other local businesses for Uptown Ankeny's Champagne & Mistletoe extravaganza. We transformed our Realty ONE Group Impact office into a festive fiesta, welcoming over 400 guests to our Margarita & Mistletoe soiree. Our signature mistletoe margaritas and cherry pomegranate mimosas were a hit. We partnered with other Ankeny businesses to shower our guests with amazing giveaways - congratulations to each and every winner. It was a holly, jolly good time!" The simplest recipe was the hit of the party - Cherry Pomegranate Mimosas! Simple proportions: 1 can of Shirley Temple 7 Up per bottle of champagne. Add cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for garnish. Cheers! https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/la-cuscatleca-on-fleur-dr monthly 0.5 2024-12-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/323447a9-c594-4ca9-871e-afa619dd2248/La+Cuscatleca.png 515 Gems - La Cuscatleca on Fleur Dr. - The best view in Des Moines while dining that isn’t The DSM Embassy Club is at the greatest pupusa place in DSM. It is inside a 50's style diner and overlooks all of downtown. If the view wasn’t enough, the pupusas are out of this world. It is the most delightful combination of things you aren’t expecting that it is somehow perfectly DSM. The menu is amazing, with lots of delicious options for meat eaters and vegetarians. The condiments and sides that come with the pupusas are as hot or calm as you want. The traditional Salvadorean breakfasts are comforting and inviting. This is a place where everything is made with love-Trust me, you will be glad you went! https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/xm39wcohmup7l6qli8b7739iloqm9q monthly 0.5 2024-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1729540190928-L7PI4RIGHJEJHLMRSX4A/IMG_7576.JPG 515 Gems - I Heart Contractors https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1729540422199-AGLL4CRW5O7G2M26V5CS/Screenshot+2024-10-21+2.52.07+PM.png 515 Gems - I Heart Contractors https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1729540200053-IA5F33Q7FYM0C68ART2A/IMG_0462.jpg 515 Gems - I Heart Contractors https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1729540238261-UPN8H9DF1NHHXS5KCETM/6Q0A6336+%281%29.jpg 515 Gems - I Heart Contractors https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/august-observations monthly 0.5 2024-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1726879870215-KD46KLCGF4O48A11EOA4/IMG_3909.jpg 515 Gems - August Observations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1726879865982-LCBP1OZP1NX8SO0G528U/IMG_4103.jpg 515 Gems - August Observations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1726879866783-MBOK0GOBLK2OU4WJECCO/IMG_4110.jpg 515 Gems - August Observations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1726879874962-KME1DXDIE9RZ3MREYRVS/IMG_3940.jpg 515 Gems - August Observations https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/dsm-cool-people-amp-things monthly 0.5 2024-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/0b8da37e-4724-48eb-b1cb-b67d8f81003e/Resized_20240725_110224_1721954614761.jpg 515 Gems - DSM: Cool People & Things - FUNKY FINDS I’ve been working on some staging projects for myself and clients which has found me expanding my usual sources for furniture and home accessories. I have been so fortunate to connect with a number of women owned businesses in our Des Moines metro on this front and will be featuring them in some future photo shoots. The lovely ladies in the photo with me are two of the women you will see more of if you follow me. In the meantime, get into FUNKY FINDS, Suzie has the most amazing mid century modern store and eye. It is a must see in DSM https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/6q5jtkix6bb02m5m0qgtoy97kqhmu8 monthly 0.5 2024-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/7679aef7-4172-4834-b8ae-c48d06cfd54d/8035_weblogo.png 515 Gems - 80/35 Music Festival - JULY 12 & 13, 2024 | WATER WORKS PARK It’s already July and the summer concert scene in Des Moines is in full swing. Up next, is an event that is very near and dear to my heart, 80/35. I have long loved 80/35 for being a truly urban festival and am looking forward to seeing how the new venue keeps the vibe. Over the years I have seen so many amazing performances at 80/35, but an all time favorite moment for me was two year ago when I saw my son play there and then saw Charli XCX with his whole band and my friend Lacey. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/desmoinesartfestival monthly 0.5 2024-08-31 https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/food-dsm-has-food-bonafides monthly 0.5 2024-05-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/90c50cd9-c5cc-4a51-987d-5621c09f2294/food.png 515 Gems - Food - DSM Has Food Bonafides - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/invest-dsm-c-tnd-and-festival-news monthly 0.5 2024-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/ee67d3b4-4cda-4ce2-803f-475bd6eeb46c/march+festival.png 515 Gems - Invest DSM, Ctnd. and Festival News - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/concert-season-is-coming monthly 0.5 2024-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/04633f8b-d00b-4cd2-8064-454949020cad/asssets3.png 515 Gems - Concert Season is Coming!!! - Make it stand out DSM WATERWORKS EVENTS! https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/515-gems/favorite-things-in-the-515 monthly 0.5 2024-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1716013336072-0W4KCS40NQ8VCIZXCVPW/Asset+4.png 515 Gems - Hidden Gem -DSM Embassy Club - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews daily 0.75 2026-08-23 https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/spadqjer6mrapl9z4py6thya124fb8 monthly 0.5 2026-08-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/31bacf38-df4e-43e8-a3c3-e781be2aca65/Blog+post+.png RealNews - So Much Is New - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1d7a99f9-6470-48fd-85f6-3d6b66066e76/27.jpg RealNews - So Much Is New - I came back from the hospital different. Friends said I didn’t look the same. It wasn’t just the weight loss from the trauma and physical strain of a near-death experience. I was lighter. Coming that close to death rips away every excuse for why you aren’t living the life you know you should be living. It strips away the veneer and armor you wear every day, along with the limiting beliefs that have quietly become rules. Rules you never realized you created, followed and were enforcing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/49ec4d23-d049-45d9-a560-f1a891f68997/Screenshot+2026-08-22+at+10.21.00%E2%80%AFPM.png RealNews - So Much Is New - New Team Member: Kristen Giudicessi Which brings me to fun team transition news: another past client has joined the team! Kristen Giudicessi is joining the team as a full time realtor and design consultant. When I first met her I was struck by her kindness and generosity of spirit, values I want more of in the real estate world. She has renovated and designed multiple homes, including her own flip property. Her experiences and knowledge are going to add to our ability to advise and execute winning strategies for our clients! When she isn’t working, you can find her thrifting or taking care of people, animals or houseplants. She loves unique homes with stories to tell. We are all excited to introduce you to Kristen! Design tips and secret thrifting tips are sure to follow. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/2dc10525-5e38-45c2-858e-6bf2d313e880/Screenshot+2026-08-22+at+10.24.12%E2%80%AFPM.png RealNews - So Much Is New - Candice Oleson SITUS DSM, Residential Property Management 515-554-2832 Candice literally manages the 515. Her daily focus is elite commercial property management for an exclusive company. She brings a tremendous amount of experience to help our clients with their residential property management needs on an a la carte basis. She thoroughly understands local laws, safety codes and legal rules to keep your investment safe. She is an investor’s best ally. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/1cb96bd9-4e87-4a3d-98a9-45e56744e9b4/Screenshot+2026-08-22+at+10.24.33%E2%80%AFPM.png RealNews - So Much Is New - Allan Scott Allan Makes it Happen Handyman Services 515-681-8576 Allan has saved the lives of multiple homes and investment properties. He really does “Make it Happen.” Whether you are a homeowner needing projects done or an investor, Allan also does almost everything. He shows up on time, works until the job is done and takes pride in his work. He’s the best. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/041a5545-2944-49ca-b9dd-3666ebaa8dbe/Screenshot+2026-08-22+at+10.34.49%E2%80%AFPM.png RealNews - So Much Is New - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/value-and-price monthly 0.5 2026-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/587bfc78-909c-405e-bb11-ccd300bafd24/Image+2-27-26+at+9.04%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg RealNews - Value and Price - Make it stand out Value is a scarce resource-but worth seeking. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/new-politics-and-economics monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/cef2cbfd-71c7-4d23-998f-22fb61661fbe/Screenshot+%285%29.jpeg RealNews - New Politics and Economics - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/moving-and-important-interviews monthly 0.5 2025-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/2f16c612-996a-45e9-a696-ded76353c9e5/IMG_9420.jpeg RealNews - Moving and Conversations with DSM Leadership - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/2691037e-f6b3-4010-a8a3-3959ec2c47af/IMG_9198.jpeg RealNews - Moving and Conversations with DSM Leadership - What I did to list and recommend to everyone, even if you aren’t moving: Focus on the first 8 seconds — Buyers make up their mind within moments of walking into a home. Freshen up your entry way, paint the garage and update your landscaping. Pressure wash your siding, tidy up your yard and ensure the first impression is positive. Paint — You don’t want to hear it, but you know you need to . If you aren’t capable of a quality paint job yourself, start gathering estimates months before you plan to list. Lighting — Updating lighting fixtures is an inexpensive way to have a huge impact. Focus on the entry way, kitchen and living space, and primary suite of the home. Purge — Make it a habit to ruthlessly and systematically clean out items you don’t use, don’t need and are going to hate to move one day. Clutter serves no one. Do it now, you’ll thank me later. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/995f0d06-d05b-4f3e-bc2c-1d04d87b7cc9/Image.jpeg RealNews - Moving and Conversations with DSM Leadership - I reached out to the City Manger’s office about an interview for this newsletter and was delighted when Scott graciously accepted the offer to discuss economic development and housing in Des Moines. I don’t often get to revisit my former life as an ISU extension economist in economic development so to do so with Scott, who has a master’s degree in community and regional planning from ISU, was a treat. Here’s the quick takeaway: Des Moines is in good hands with Scott at the helm. https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/r0b84dor98fgd3gax6hlpg4coqdpbn monthly 0.5 2025-09-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/76d55442-4b3a-4ac1-a9f0-aabcee92f016/Image+9-12-25+at+10.07%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg RealNews - Market and Life Changes - TOP TAKEAWAYS GDP shrunk in the 1st quarter in 39 states, before rebounding a bit in the 2nd quarter. States making up about ⅓ of the U.S. economy are already in a recession or on the cusp. California and New York make up 1/5 of GDP and are holding steady, along with all the states in green keeping the national GDP in the positive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/3bdbbaec-f212-4700-b3e3-9ee107422c14/Image+9-12-25+at+10.20%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg RealNews - Market and Life Changes - Make it stand out TRIUMPHANT AT HIS LAST SHOW - VANS WARPED https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/safe-buys-and-team-updates monthly 0.5 2025-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/ee5ff2e1-8ebd-46c3-9802-a5c8c591485e/Image+7-1-25+at+4.26%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg RealNews - Safe Buys and Team Updates - People want real estate to feel like this more than ever. People want real estate to feel like this more than ever. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/dcdb74c6-05eb-4937-a414-450f659cac73/Image+7-1-25+at+4.32%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg RealNews - Safe Buys and Team Updates - Future Farmer’s Market Dates: July 10 August 21 September 11 (Mimes not included in promotion) https://www.meghansellsthe515.com/realnews/loving-dsm-mothers-day-farmers-markets-and-more monthly 0.5 2025-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6528c39918bed85c2d170198/9e00ca5e-e515-41d3-aea3-f5463394a4b8/Screenshot+2025-04-28+at+5.01.10%E2%80%AFPM.jpeg RealNews - Loving DSM, Team Updates, and Important Dates - The graph to the left may be national but it shows the underlying truth: real estate is becoming a luxury item. I want it to be more accessible and the best way to do that is to keep it local and in more hands rather than fewer. 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