As a top REALTOR®, I do not work alone! I have a whole team of people working in your best interests. Meet my team. Tom Randall, Owner, Broker Tom was born and raised in Mason City, Iowa. Both his father and grandfather were real estate agents. He graduated from ISU in 1979 with a business degree. Tom has been active in the real estate business since 1981 and he continues to be one of the top producing agents in Ames and Iowa, making a strong impact with the use of his many marketing tools. His goal is to provide you with unparalleled "raving fan" service! If you want your home sold for the most money in the least amount of time, make sure you choose Tom as your realtor! If you would like to contact Tom please call the office at 515-232-5700 or tom@tomrandall.com.
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 As a buyer specialist for the Tom Randall Real Estate Team, she is committed to providing outstanding service to make your buying experience extraordinary. K’Lynn has dedicated herself to continuous improvement through hard work and professional education by attaining both the CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) and GRI (Graduate REALTOR® Institute) designations. She is a graduate of Iowa State University and has been involved in the Ames community ever since as a community and school volunteer through involvement in several service organizations. K’Lynn firmly believes in devoting all her efforts and priorities in finding your next home. “Unique Name – One of a Kind Service” If K'Lynn can be of service to you or someone you know, please contact her at the office at 515-232-5700, or by email at klynn@tomrandall.com.  | | | |
Haley grew up in Ames, graduated from Ames High School in 2002, and continued her education at Iowa State University graduating in 2006. Haley learned a lot about pleasing customers and exceeding expectations during her part-time positions. She continues to provide outstanding customer service in the real estate profession. Haley started her career in real estate in Des Moines with Iowa Realty before moving back to Ames this past summer. If Haley can be of service to you or someone you know, please contact her at the office at 515-232-5700, or by email at haley@tomrandall.com.
Nathan is the Business Manager for the Tom Randall Team. He handles all the details for getting the transactions closed. Nathan is also responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of the office. If you would like to contact Nathan please call the office at 515-232-5700 or nathan@tomrandall.com.
Jessica is the Client Service Manager for the Tom Randall Team. Jessica directs and helps maintain communication with our clients, which is essential to our business. Jessica adds your listing to our website and assures the information, pictures, and virtual tours are up-to-date. She also takes care of our print advertising and creates flyers for your home. Jessica is enthusiastic, pleasant, and always ready to help! If you would like to contact Jessica please call the office at 515-232-5700.
Michelle, Tom's wife, is the Marketing Manager for the team, with her primary focus being on the financial end of the business. Please Sign Up For The Latest Listings and the Latest Real Estate News
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Tax Considerations >Tax Rewards for Homeowners
The Federal Tax Code has significantly improved the American taxpayer's ability to profit by selling a principal residence. Prior to 1997, homeowners could take advantage of a tax benefit termed the "rollover", which granted exemption from capital gains taxes on the net profit from the sale of a home. Homeowners who used profits to purchase a bigger and better home did not have to pay tax. And homeowners over the age of 55 were given a once-in-a-lifetime exclusion from taxes on profits of up to $125,000 on the sale of their principal residence.
Compare those tax breaks with our current, streamlined and potentially more profitable arrangement that replaced both the rollover and the one-time exemption. If you are a married home-seller filing jointly, you may enjoy up to $500,000 in tax-free home sale profits, provided you have occupied the property as your principal residence during two of the last five years. Taxpayers who file singly get a $250,000 capital gains exclusion. Homeowners are eligible to exclude capital gains on the sale of a principal residence as often as once every two years.
The law allows capital gain exclusions whether you "buy up" to a more expensive home or "buy down" to a less expensive one. The tax-free dollars can be used in any way you want. Consult your tax advisor for detailed advice about your particular circumstance.
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What Las Vegas hotel is famous for its casinos and is the largest hotel in the US.?
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With 5,012 rooms, the MGM Grand Casino is considered the largest hotel in the US. |
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