Heartland Talks

The voices behind the homes in the Heartland. Licensed in Iowa and Nebraska to better serve its customers, Heartland Properties real estate agency, serving the Council Bluffs and Omaha areas, was opened in 1988 by John H. Jerkovich and Barbara Coats. Heartland Properties is now owned by John H. Jerkovich and Jason M. James and has continued to grow to be one of Southwest Iowa's largest Real Estate Companies.

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  The Future of Council Bluffs Starts with Community | Rachel Jensen

  Jul 31, 202642 minS0

  <p>What does the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce actually do? It's much more than ribbon cuttings and networking events.</p><p>In this episode of Heartland Talks with JPS Realty Group, we sit down with Rachel Jensen, Director of Workforce Initiatives for the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce, to discuss how the Chamber is helping businesses grow, retaining young professionals, developing future community leaders, and shaping the future of Council Bluffs.</p><p>We discuss:</p>How the Chamber supports local businesses behind the scenesLeadership Council Bluffs and Young Professionals programsWhy community connection and belonging matterAttracting new...

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  Everything You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Home

  Jun 12, 202656 minS1

  <p>Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start?</p><p>In this episode of Heartland Talks with JPS Realty Group, we sit down with local mortgage experts Mark Meade (American National Bank) and Dylan Gravelin (NEO Home Loans) to answer some of the most common questions homebuyers ask.</p><p>We cover:<br>🏡 The first steps to buying a home<br>💳 Credit scores and how they affect your loan options<br>💰 Down payment assistance programs and grants<br>📈 Current mortgage rates and what they mean for buyers<br>📋 Common mistakes that can derail a loan approval<br>🔑 Tips for f...

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  How John Jerkovich Built Heartland Properties Into a Council Bluffs Real Estate Legacy

  May 15, 202657 minS1

  <p>Heartland Talks sits down with Heartland Properties founder John H. Jerkovich to talk about the early days of building one of Southwest Iowa’s most recognized real estate companies.</p><p>John shares stories about launching Heartland Properties in 1988, developing neighborhoods like Heartland Country Estates and Bent Tree, taking massive risks in real estate development, and growing a company culture focused on relationships, leadership, and long-term success.</p><p>The conversation also dives into:<br>• The growth of Council Bluffs real estate<br>• Building partnerships with local builders and developers<br>• Lessons for new agents entering the business<br>• The future...

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  The Secret to a Winning Real Estate Team (Hint: It’s Not Sales)

  Apr 13, 202646 minS0

  <p>Welcome to Heartland Talks with JPS Realty Group 🎙️</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Chrissy and Karen, the faces of Heartland Properties, to talk about how they got started, what keeps people at the company for decades, and what really makes this team different.</p><p>This isn’t your typical real estate conversation.</p><p>We get into:</p><p>The real story behind Heartland’s culture (and why people never leave)</p><p>What it actually takes to succeed in real estate</p><p>Hilarious front desk moments you won’t believe 😂</p><p>Why positivity...

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  Launching the JPS Realty Group Podcast | Council Bluffs Real Estate Talk

  Mar 13, 202629 minS0

  <p>The JPS Realty Group podcast officially launches with Jason James, Yvette Perdue, and Jake Stander of Heartland Properties in Council Bluffs.</p><p>In this first episode, the team shares why they started the podcast, how their new real estate team came together, and what’s happening in the Council Bluffs housing market right now.</p><p>Jason brings over 30 years of experience in local real estate, Jake shares what it’s like starting a career in the industry, and Yvette talks about how the team dynamic is energizing the entire office.</p><p>Topics we cover in this epis...

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