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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe
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The hidden costs of homeownership

By Charity Nebbe,
Zoe Bentler
Published October 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Owning a home comes with more than just mortgage payments — it brings a long list of hidden costs that can catch new homeowners off guard. On this episode, we are joined by home improvement expert Bill McAnally to uncover the true expenses of homeownership. He also answers listener's home improvement questions.

Guest:

  • Bill McAnally, home improvement expert
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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
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Zoe Bentler
Zoe Bentler is a 2025 fall intern with IPR's talk show team and a senior at the University of Iowa studying journalism and sport, media and culture with a minor in dance. She is originally from Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Her favorite things include keeping up with the current fashion world and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeye sports teams.
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