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New Construction vs. Existing Homes

Buying a new home isn’t the same as buying an existing home. The more you know going in, the more prepared you’ll be to roll with the process – or […]

5 TIPS TO REFRESH YOUR HOME FOR SPRING TIME

It may still be snowing in some parts of the country, but spring is almost here. Before the flowers start budding outside, refresh the inside of your home to give […]

GET READY TO BUY THIS SPRING

Once you decide that this Spring you want to buy a new home — or your first house — the question is, “Where do we start?” The answer lies in two […]

IS A CREATIVE LOAN OPTION BEST FOR FIRST- TIME BUYERS?

If you’re in the market to buy a home and, especially, if it’s your first home, you’ve probably heard A TON about conventional and FHA loans. But just like you’re […]

TIMELESS PAINT COLORS FOR YOUR HOME

Trends come and go. If you paint your walls the “provocative and thoughtful purple shade” of Ultra Violet, as Pantone, itself, calls it, you’re probably gearing up to repaint them […]

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR HOME ISN’T SELLING

When sellers start the home-selling process, no one wants to think “What would happen if my home doesn’t sell?” But before you panic, recognize that there are many things that […]

FIVE NO-REGRETS BUYER STRATEGIES

In real estate, “the one that got away” stories get told and retold, usually with little satisfaction to the teller. The real estate you didn’t buy, but still wish you […]

TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME IN THE WINTER

#1 Keep the house warm. While you don’t have to keep the heat on all the time, keep the house warm during showings. You don’t want people shivering while they […]

TRENDS FOR MODERN HOLIDAY DÉCOR

If your idea of holiday decor still centers around popcorn on a string and ornaments that have seen better days, it may be time for an upgrade. Today’s hottest holiday […]

3 Renovations that Add Value to Your Home

By Becky O’Brien Updating your property with top-of-the-market renovations sells your home with speed, while helping you earn top dollar.  In a hot market like the Minneapolis area suburbs, a […]