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Sharlene Hensrud

Sales and prices are up, inventory is down… it’s a strong seller’s market!

January stats are in and shows that the market continues to improve, even in the dead of winter. Closed January sales have been steadily rising the last four years while...
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Wednesdsays Unplugged – Pan-Roasted Salmon with Soy-Ginger Glaze

"Art is not in the eye of the beholder. It is in the soul of the artist." ~ Seth Goden   NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's...
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5 things to consider before you downsize

It seems like everyone is talking about downsizing these days… some as a result of a new consciousness because of the recent recession, but much of it as  Baby Boomers prepare...
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Golden Valley’s prestigious Tryrol Hills… hilly, pastoral neighborhood only 10 minutes to downtown Minneapolis

If you are looking for a charming neighborhood of hilly, winding streets with mature trees and large lots close to trails, parks, golf, cross-country skiing… all within 10 minutes of downtown...
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Great resource for downsizing Baby Boomers and Seniors

IKEA has long been a go-to destination for first apartments and first homes, but it is now also becoming the go-to resource for downsizing Baby Boomers. As they move into...
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Planning your move… create a HOME BINDER for your new home

I met with a buyer yesterday to take some measurements in what is soon to be his new home. This was our second measuring visit… this time he also wanted to...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Roasted Potato Medley

"If you are kind people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives. Be kind anyway." ~ Mother Teresa   NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day...
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Why 95% of Minnesota buyers used a Realtor in 2012 vs 69% in 2001

You would think that with all the real estate information now available online fewer buyers would be working with a Realtor than before. But that isn't the case. Realtor use increased...
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