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For Sale Winter

Weekly real estate market update 12/5/25… how to find the best deal possible on a home right now

Real estate activity always takes a dive over the holidays and this year is no exception. Showings dropped lower than the last 3 years over the holiday weekend. Coming soon...
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Minnesota again ranks third-best in the nation for jobs

Job hunting is hard work, and every year WalletHub compares the 50 states across 34 key indicators of job-market strength and economic health to come up with a ranking of...
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Tullibee… surprise new find for Sunday brunch

We are always on the lookout for a new brunch restaurant, and discovered a new one recently… Tullibee in the Hewing Hotel at 300 N Washington in the Minneapolis North...
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Houses Money

Mortgage updates

The new conventional loan limits are available for 2026. In the Minneapolis St Paul metro area, the new limit is $832,750! It was $806,500 for 2025. These new limits are...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Crock Pot Sloppy Joes

“Life is all memory, except for the present moment that goes by you so quick you hardly catch it going.” – Tennessee Williams NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s...
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Duo Thermal Camera Review

TOPDON TC002C Duo Thermal Camera Review

Today I’m reviewing another infrared camera that plugs into your smartphone. This one is the TOPDON TC002C Duo Thermal Camera, but I’ll call it the TOPDON for short. They call...
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Creating Winter Magic: How Home Staging Helps Buyers Fall in Love This Season

The winter season is here- a time of twinkling lights, cozy gatherings and homes filled with warmth. For homeowners preparing to sell, this festive time of year offers a unique...
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Weekly real estate update 11/21/25… two things to know before selling your home

New and coming soon listings continue to drop as we head into holiday season. However, multiple offers aren’t dropping as buyers eagerly vie for properties. I know there are more...
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Mortgage Market Update

This was a steady week in the market with little interest rates movement. However important data and Fed signals are now back in focus. Here’s what that means for us...
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2025 10 Multiple Offers

October 2025 real estate market update… most multiple offers since 2021

The percent of listings that closed in October 2025 with multiple offers indicated in the MLS listing was the highest since 2021, and I have experienced more that are not...
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