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[Limited Homesites Are Going Fast at All Three Communities](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/limited-homesites-are-going-fast-at-all-three-communities) ## [How Community Amenities Support an Active, Connected Lifestyle](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/how-community-amenities-support-an-active-connected-lifestyle) ## [Storm Shelters for Homes Without Basements: A Smart Safety Solution for Active Adults](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/storm-shelters-for-homes-without-basements-a-smart-safety-solution-for-active-adults) ## [Homesite Opportunities Are Becoming More Limited Across Our Communities](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/homesite-opportunities-are-becoming-more-limited-across-our-communities) ## [Why Wait for Your Home to Be Just Right?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-wait-for-your-home-to-be-just-right) ## [Best 55+ Communities in The Des Moines Area](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/best-55-communities-in-the-des-moines-area) ## [Why We’re Crushing the Quality Game in Des Moines Homebuilding](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-were-crushing-the-quality-game-in-des-moines-homebuilding) ## [Why customers recommend Epcon Communities by Clarity Construction](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-customers-recommend-epcon-communities-by-clarity-construction) ## [Your New Home at The Courtyards at Windsor Is Ready Now!](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/your-new-home-at-the-courtyards-at-windsor-is-ready-now) ## [Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Buy Your New Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-fall-is-the-perfect-time-to-buy-your-new-home) ## [Designing a Home You’ll Love in Every Season](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/designing-a-home-youll-love-in-every-season) ## [Lock and Leave Lifestyle](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/lock-and-leave-lifestyle) ## [Fall Into Low-Maintenance Living](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/fall-into-low-maintenance-living) ## [More Than a Home: The Power of Community](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/more-than-a-home-the-power-of-community) ## [Why Summer is the Best Time to Buy Your Forever Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-summer-is-the-best-time-to-buy-your-forever-home) ## [Rightsizing Without Compromise](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/rightsizing-without-compromise) ## [Tour on Your Time: Self-Guided Home Tours Now Available](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/tour-on-your-time-self-guided-home-tours-now-available) ## [Downsizing Without the Stress: A Smarter Move for Your Next Chapter](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/downsizing-without-the-stress) ## [Unlock the Life You Deserve with the Lifestyle Loan](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/unlock-the-life-you-deserve-with-the-lifestyle-loan) ## [Top 10 Questions to Ask Before You Buy a 55+ Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/top-10-questions-to-ask-before-you-buy-a-55-home) ## [Navigating the Current Economy](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/navigating-the-current-economy) ## [Lois’ Story: How Her Epcon Home Brought Her Closer to Family](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/lois-story-how-her-epcon-home-brought-her-closer-to-family) ## [Downsizing Made Simple: A Guide for 55+ Homebuyers](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/new-year-new-home-start-2025-in-style-with-clarity-construction-0-0-0) ## [Finding Home at The Courtyards at Harvest Ridge: Bob’s Story on Hello Iowa](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/bobs-story-on-hello-iowa) ## [The Benefits of Moving to a Low-Maintenance Community Early](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/new-year-new-home-start-2025-in-style-with-clarity-construction-0-0) ## [Top Home Design Trends for Active Adults in 2025](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/new-year-new-home-start-2025-in-style-with-clarity-construction-0) ## [New Year, New Home: Start 2025 in Style with Clarity Construction](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/new-year-new-home-start-2025-in-style-with-clarity-construction) ## [Why Zero-Entry Living is a Game-Changer for Homeowners](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-zero-entry-living-is-a-game-changer-for-homeowners) ## [Why Now is the Perfect Time to Buy an Epcon Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-now-is-the-perfect-time-to-buy-an-epcon-home) ## [Simplifying Your Move with Epcon Communities and Clarity Construction](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/simplifying-your-move-with-epcon-communities-and-clarity-construction) ## [QMI Homes, Low-Maintenance and Lock-and-Leave Lifestyles](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/qmi-homes-low-maintenance-and-lock-and-leave-lifestyles-1) ## [Deciding What Furniture to Move Into Your New Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/deciding-what-furniture-to-move-into-your-new-home) ## [Why Living in an Epcon Community Makes it Easy to Travel](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/why-living-in-an-epcon-community-makes-it-easy-to-travel) ## [Don't Wait to Buy A New Home it Could Cost You](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/dont-wait-to-buy-a-new-home-it-could-cost-you) ## [Tips to Help You Relocate From One State To Another](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/tips-to-help-you-relocate-from-one-state-to-another) ## [Tips for Selecting the Right Home Builder](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/selecting-right-home-builder) ## [Home Design Tips: Living Room](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/home-design-tips-livin-room) ## [Home Design Tips: Kitchen](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/home-design-tips-kitchen) ## [Home Design Tips: Guest Suite](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/home-design-tips-guest-suite) ## [Home Design Tips: Outdoor Living Space](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/home-design-tips-outdoor-living-space) ## [Home Design Tips: Bedroom](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/home-design-tips-bedroom) ## [Why You Should Build Your Home in Waukee, Iowa](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/build-your-home-waukee-iowa) ## [Why You Should Build Your Home in Ankeny, Iowa](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/build-your-home-ankeny-iowa) ## [Home Design Tips: Bathroom](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/home-design-tips-bathroom) ## [Building vs. Buying a Home in Your 50s](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/building-vs-buying-home-in-50s) ## [3 Online Home Buying Tips When Looking to Build a New Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/online-home-buying-tips) ## [Less Is More. Declutter Your Home and Your Mind.](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/declutter-and-downsize) ## [Benefits of a Homeowners Association (HOA)](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/homeowner-association-benefits) ## [Planning for Retirement: Should You Downsize Your Home?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/planning-for-retirement-should-you-downsize-your-home) ## [4 Reasons to Start Playing Golf](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/4-reasons-to-start-playing-golf) ## [Keys to a Healthy Lifestyle](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/keys-to-a-healthy-lifestyle) ## [You're Never Too Old to Learn Something New](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/never-too-old-to-learn-something-new) ## [Fun Activities in the Des Moines, Iowa Area](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/fun-activities-in-the-des-moines-iowa-area) ## [3 Easy Holiday Crafts for You and Your Grandchildren](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/easy-holiday-crafts-for-your-family) ## [5 Tips for Preparing Your Yard for Fall Weather](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/prepare-yard-fall-weather) ## [Benefits of a Close-Knit Active Adult Community](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/active-adult-community-benefits) ## [Starting Fresh in a New Community Doesn't Need to Mean Starting Over](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/starting-fresh-active-adult-community) ## [How Taking a Break Can Help Boost Productivity](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/taking-breaks-boosts-productivity) ## [5 Reasons to Love Living in a Single-Level Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/5-reasons-to-love-living-in-a-single-level-home) ## [Reasons Why 55 Could Be Your Best Age Yet](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/reasons-why-55-could-be-your-best-age-yet) ## [5 Ways to Fall in Love with Your Empty Nest](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/5-ways-to-fall-in-love-with-your-empty-nest) ## [4 Tips for Hosting a Party This Summer](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/4-tips-hosting-party-this-summer) ## [How Natural Sunlight Can Help Your Perspective](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/how-natural-sunlight-can-help-your-perspective) ## [4 Ways Owning a Pet After 55 Can Help Keep You Healthy](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/4-ways-owning-a-pet-after-55-can-help-keep-you-healthy) ## [4 Tips for Your Spring Cleaning Checklist](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/4-tips-for-your-spring-cleaning-checklist) ## [3 Recipes to Try When You're Stuck Inside](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/3-recipes-to-try-when-youre-stuck-inside) ## [6 Tips For Social Distancing In Your Community](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/6-tips-for-social-distancing-in-your-community) ## [3 Things Every Host(ess) Should Know](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/3-things-every-hostess-should-know) ## [Energy Savings Tips for Your Zero Entry Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/energy-savings-tips-for-your-zero-entry-home) ## [5 Ways to Know It's Time for a Change](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/5-ways-to-know-its-time-for-a-change) ## [Making Friends in Your 50s vs. 20s](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/making-friends-in-your-50s-vs.-20s) ## [3 Ways to Spruce Up Your Concrete Slab](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/3-ways-to-spruce-up-your-concrete-slab) ## [Top 5 Myths About Living in an Active Adult Community](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/top-5-myths-about-living-in-an-active-adult-community) ## [What’s the Different Between Custom and Personalized Homes?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/whats-the-different-between-custom-and-personalized-homes) ## [What’s the Difference Between Retirement and Active Adult Communities?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-retirement-and-active-adult-communities) ## [Basement or No Basement?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/basement-or-no-basement) ## [I Haven’t Applied for a Mortgage in 25 Years…Has a Lot Changed?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/i-havent-applied-for-a-mortgage-in-25-years) ## [Remodel or Sell? What to Do with Your Empty Nest](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/remodel-or-sell-what-to-do-with-your-empty-nest) ## [Joys of Living Near Your Parents](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/joys-of-living-near-your-parents) ## [What is a Home Equity Conversion Loan?](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/what-is-a-hecm-loan-and-how-do-i-qualify) ## [Moving 101: The Art of Unpacking](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/moving-101-the-art-of-unpacking) ## [3 Benefits of Owning a Zero-Entry Home](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/3-benefits-of-owning-a-zero-entry-home) ## [Tips for Living Active After 55](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/tips-for-living-active-after-55) ## [Moving 101: Time-Saving Tips for Packing](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/moving-101-time-saving-tips-for-packing) ## [Moving 101—Deciding It’s Time to Sell the House…and Tell the Kids](https://info.clarityconstruction.com/blog/moving-101-deciding-its-time-to-sell-the-house-and-tell-the-kids) ## [Now What? 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