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5⭐️ Iowa real estate law firm with a client-focused approach. Using tech to enhance your experience.

Danilson Law, PLC operates as a general law practice, including but not limited to the areas of: real estate transactions, wills, contracts, and business entities.

11/04/2026

Selling your home? It's crucial to know what you'll actually walk away with after the sale, not just the price on the yard sign. In this video, real estate attorney Jeremy Danilson breaks down the essential steps to uncover your true net proceeds and protect your hard-earned money.

Key takeaways you'll gain from this video include:

- The difference between your sale price and your actual net proceeds.
- A detailed look at the deductions that can impact your final payout, including mortgage payoff, agent commissions, property tax proration, and closing costs.
- How to estimate your real number before listing your home to avoid surprises at the closing table.
- Important security measures to protect your funds during the closing process, including tips on avoiding wire fraud.

Jeremy shares insights from over 10,000 real estate transactions, emphasizing the importance of understanding your financial landscape ahead of time. With his expertise, you'll learn how to navigate the complexities of selling your home, ensuring that you not only maximize your proceeds but also keep them safe.

If you're preparing to sell your Iowa home and want an accurate estimate of what you can expect to pocket, this video is a must-watch. Don’t leave your financial future to chance. Tune in now to secure your success in the real estate market.

11/03/2026

Your closing is set for the end of the month. The fully signed purchase agreement is not in yet.

I know the signature feels like a formality once everyone has agreed. It is not. We do not continue the abstract or start title examination off an unsigned offer, and the attorney on the other side cannot respond to something that was never delivered.

Every day that sits, the work that has to happen before closing gets pushed into a shorter window.

That is where the last-week scramble comes from. It is not slow lawyers. It is a start date that never started.

Send us the fully signed purchase agreement the day you have it. We will get the abstract continued and title examined, and you will know where your closing stands before your client thinks to ask.

The end of the month is tight for everyone. The earlier we start, the less of that lands on you.

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11/02/2026

Are you confused about why your mortgage payoff amount is higher than your remaining balance? You're not alone. In this video, real estate attorney Jeremy Danilson demystifies this common scenario that many home sellers encounter.

Key points covered include:

- **Understanding Your Mortgage Balance**: Learn how the figure you see in your banking app reflects only your principal balance, which is just a snapshot of what you owe at the time of your last payment.

- **Interest Accumulation**: Discover how interest accrues daily, leading to a higher payoff amount by the time you close your sale. We'll clarify why this is completely normal and fair.

- **Additional Fees**: Get insights into the small fees that can increase your payoff, including recording fees and processing charges.

- **Escrow Refunds**: Find out how any escrow funds you've built up for property taxes and insurance will be returned to you after closing, providing a pleasant financial surprise.

- **Prepayment Penalties**: Jeremy also discusses the rare instances of prepayment penalties, ensuring you're well-informed before finalizing your sale.

By the end of this video, you'll have a clearer understanding of your mortgage payoff, what to expect during the closing process, and how to avoid any unwelcome surprises. If you're selling a home in Iowa and want personalized guidance, reach out to Danilson Law for expert support. Don’t let confusion cloud your closing day; let us help you navigate with confidence.

10/31/2026

The offer is signed, and then everything goes quiet. Nothing seems to be happening, and nobody has told you why.

Here is what that often looks like from my side. A surveyor needed the property address before the survey could get done. The question sat. Someone called. Someone emailed. It went on a follow-up list. Still no address. Nobody could take the next step until one person answered a simple question, so the sale sat.

Nothing was wrong with the house. Nothing was wrong with the title. One small question never got an answer.

That is the part we take off your plate. When a question like that comes in, we stay on it until we get an answer, so the next person can get to work.

If you are with us on Guided or Assured, you can open your transaction tracker any time and see where your sale stands and what happens next, with a short video from me on each step. You do not have to wonder.

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10/30/2026

You rolled out something new, and your team isn't moving as fast as you hoped.

I get it. When you can see the time it saves, it's tempting to push harder and make your fastest adopter the standard.

I'm about as far toward the AI-tools end as a person can get. Not everyone on my team is, and one of them told me so straight up, along with a promise to stay open-minded down the road.

My answer: we'll bring you along at your pace. Everybody has their own.

Pushing a skeptic harder rarely wins them over. It costs you their trust, and the old way quietly comes back the minute you stop watching.

What worked better: the folks who were already excited built the tools themselves. It wasn't me pushing. One of them got through a heavy stretch of closings without backup, calm instead of panicked, because the tool kept handling the routine data entry.

That kind of proof doesn't need a sales pitch. It's how change actually holds.

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10/29/2026

You're selling Iowa land, and the buyer wants to pay you over time instead of going to a bank.

That is an installment contract, also called a contract for deed. It is not a slower loan. You keep legal title until they finish paying. They move in under the contract. If they stop paying, the path is a forfeiture, not a mortgage foreclosure.

It still needs a written contract, and that contract needs to be recorded. A handshake leaves the buyer occupying with no paper, and it leaves you with title that is hard to sell later.

When the last payment hits, you still need a real deed recorded so they actually own it.

We do installment-contract closings. Both of you should know who holds title, how payments work, and how the deed actually transfers when they are done.

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10/28/2026

As a listing agent in Iowa, are you exhausted by late-night texts asking if the closing is still on and dealing with unexpected title issues? This video is tailored just for you.

Join Jeremy Danilson, a seasoned real estate attorney, as he unveils how top agents leverage an attorney-led closing partner to streamline their transactions. Say goodbye to the stress of playing part-time lawyer and chasing down payoff letters. Instead, imagine your next closings being smooth, efficient, and free from last-minute crises.

In this video, you will learn:

- The benefits of involving a dedicated attorney in your closings to save time and enhance professionalism.
- How to avoid common pitfalls such as wire fraud scares and title problems by addressing issues early in the process.
- The seamless process established by Jeremy's team, which has successfully supported over 10,000 Iowa transactions, ensuring a secure and reliable closing experience.

Key takeaways include actionable insights on how to maintain control of your transactions, impress your clients, and secure five-star reviews.

If you’re ready to simplify your closings and enhance your reputation, click the link to book a call with Jeremy’s team today. Make your next closing as efficient as possible and become the pro your clients trust.

10/27/2026

You're selling Dad's Iowa house through the estate, and the loan is still in foreclosure.

Listing it does not pause that case. The foreclosure does not turn into the sale just because the family wants it gone first. If the buyer closes while that case is still open, they are taking a home with a loan that has not been resolved.

The path is a payoff from the foreclosing attorney. The seller, or we, request that number so the loan is paid and released as part of this closing, not left for the buyer to inherit.

The person who signs still has to be the executor or administrator, with real authority: a power of sale in the will, or a court order. A court officer deed is not a guess from the listing.

We line up the probate authority and that payoff so the loan is resolved at closing.

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10/26/2026

Life can throw unexpected challenges your way, especially when it comes to closing on your new property in Iowa. What happens if you can't be there physically? In this video, Jeremy Danilson, a seasoned real estate attorney with over 10,000 transactions under his belt, explains your options for closing when distance or circumstances prevent your attendance.

Key points discussed in this video include:

- **Understanding Power of Attorney**: Learn what a power of attorney is and how it allows someone you trust—like a spouse or friend—to sign documents on your behalf. But beware: it must be executed correctly to avoid complications on closing day.

- **Avoiding Common Pitfalls**: Discover the crucial steps to ensure your power of attorney is valid in Iowa, including notarization and proper documentation. Jeremy shares the importance of involving your lender early in the process to avoid last-minute issues.

- **Exploring Remote Online Notarization**: Find out how many Iowa closings can be done through remote online notarization, allowing you to sign documents from anywhere with an internet connection. This option might be more convenient than using a power of attorney.

- **Choosing the Right Person**: Understand the significance of selecting someone trustworthy for your power of attorney, as this person will have the legal authority to act in your name for the transaction.

By the end of this video, you will have a clearer understanding of how to navigate your closing when you can't be present. Whether you need a power of attorney or can utilize remote online notarization, Jeremy provides actionable insights to ensure your transaction goes smoothly. Don't let your absence be the reason your closing falls apart—watch now to learn how to make it work!

10/24/2026

You're selling your Iowa house and you cannot be at the signing. Your sister, your adult child, or a neighbor is going to sign the deed for you.

They need the original power of attorney in their hand, not a picture on their phone. The county records that paper with the deed. A screenshot cannot be recorded.

The POA has to be the right kind: a durable power of attorney, or a power of attorney written for this sale. A medical or banking POA will not let someone sign your deed. It has to be signed and notarized. If it is more than a year old, we often need a short affidavit that you are still alive and it has not been revoked.

Bring the original to the appointment. We check it before anyone signs, then we record it with the deed.

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6165 NW 86th Street
Johnston, IA
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