Author Archives: Jason Kok

About Jason Kok

Jason has been in the real estate business for over 20 years. He currently lives in Southern Iowa in a log cabin that overlooks Lake Sundown with his family which includes his wife and 5 children. Growing up in southern Wisconsin he developed an appreciation for the outdoors. This influences his career decision to sell land and provide others with the opportunity to live in a place they truly love. Jason deals with listings in Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota with his main goal being to help you find a property that will stay in your family for many generations.

Sundown Lake Moravia, IA Swimming Beach and Common Area

Sundown Lake owners and their guests have access to the beach, shower house, park and wonderful peninsula that is a centerpiece of the lake. Playground equipment, pickleball courts and more amenities are being added every year. In 2024, a new … Continue reading

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Compelling Reasons to Invest in a Lake Home Now

Are you considering purchasing a lake home? With its serene ambiance, picturesque views, and myriad recreational opportunities, investing in a lakefront property can be a decision you won’t regret. Here are five compelling reasons why now is the perfect time … Continue reading

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Finding Your Lakeside Retreat: Owning a Second Home in Iowa

Iowa may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of a lakeside getaway, but the state is home to some stunning lakes and reservoirs that offer the perfect setting for a second home. Owning a … Continue reading

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Zillow Estimates in a Rural Area

Zillow is not by most investors and real estate professionals regarded as the best or even a very good reference for accurate real estate values or prices. Zillow’s algorithm method is only as good as the number of like sales … Continue reading

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Top tips for house hunting online

Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but keep in … Continue reading

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Dispelling Refinancing Myths

“Refinancing” is a scary word for many people, but that shouldn’t be the case for you. For many homeowners, refinancing can not only lower your monthly payments and help with your monthly budget, but it can save you thousands of … Continue reading

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Dredging at Lake Sundown 2019

The Sundown Lake Rural Improvement Zone awarded Macgruder dredging services a bid to start a hydraulic dredging project at Sundown Lake. Iowa Rural Improvement Zone law 357h allow specific areas surrounding lakes to use tax increment dollars to finance dredging … Continue reading

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Fishing at Lake Sundown

FISHING PRIVATE WATERS Much fishing in Iowa is done on private waters with consent of the property owner. Iowa residents and nonresidents 16 years old and older are required to have a valid Iowa fishing license to fish farm ponds, … Continue reading

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