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Don’t connect downspouts directly to yard drains

A better solution is to have the downspouts discharge into yard drains, which most commonly consist of black corrugated 4" tubing. Connecting a downspout directly into an underground drain can...
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Listing photos… little things can make a big difference

With over 90% of buyers doing most of their home searching online, photos are more important than ever. The old adage that 'a picture speaks a thousand words' has never...
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Uptown Art Fair celebrates 50 years

Today is the last day to attend the Uptown Art Fair in its 50th anniversary year. One of the Twin Cities rites of summer, they have something for nearly everyone…...
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10 Things to think about when moving with kids

There’s something about the idea of a clean slate and fresh start that can often be appealing to adults who are considering a move, but that isn’t usually the case...
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How many showings does it take for a buyer to buy or a home to sell?

Interestingly enough, the average number of homes a buyer sees before choosing one to buy and the number of showings a home has before coming to an agreement to sell...
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Locking your mortgage rate…..

How do you know if you have locked in your mortgage interest rate?  The easy answer is your loan officer should send you a lock letter that you need to...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Grilled Lemon Chicken with lemon basil pasta

  "The least movement is of importance to all nature. The entire ocean is affected by a pebble." ~ Blaise Pascal   NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments....
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A Sump Pump Discharging to the Sanitary Sewer is a No-No

Discharging a sump pump into the city's sanitary sewer system is a big 'no-no'. While this might seem like an easier and more attractive option than running a discharge tube...
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7 characteristics of communities good for Aging in Place

One-level living is something many Baby Boomers are looking for as they buy properties where they plan to age in place. But successful aging in place goes beyond the home...
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Riverview Cafe and Wine Bar… in the heart of the Minneapolis Howe neighborhood

The Riverview Cafe has been a favorite spot of mine for many years, long before they added the wine bar. I have even written a number of purchase agreements while...
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