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If it’s such a strong seller’s market do staging and condition really matter?

You would think staging and condition wouldn't make such a big difference in a strong seller's market but that isn't the case, at least not in my experience. What I...
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Do underwriting guidelines vary between banks?

The easy answer is yes.  There are underwriting guidelines based on the specific program (FHA, VA, conventional, USDA) that every lender has to follow.  Each program has underwriting manuals that...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – No-Fail New York Style Cheesecake

"Live life in radical amazement…get up in the morning and look at the world in a way that takes nothing for granted. Everything is phenomenal; everything is incredible." ~ Rabbi...
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Ice Dam Prevention From The Exterior

It's not always cost effective to fix the problems that are causing the ice dams - the 'repairs' might outweigh the costs of controlling the ice dams, and even if...
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Homebuyers’ Most Wanted and Most Unwanted Lists

Now that people are buying and building houses again, the National Association of Home Builders conducted a survey of people both building and remodeling/renovating to find out what they really...
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Minneapolis skyway system connects 69 city blocks

Minneapolis is known for having the largest skyway system in the world, with 8 miles of skyways connecting 69 city blocks.  The purple lines on the map below give an indication...
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Sometimes It is Better If Your Renter Moves Out – Home Staging Minneapolis

Yes, sometimes it really is better if your renter moves out. Minneapolis MN Home Stager I see this alot. People have rental properties and when they decide to sell they...
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How does the Twin Cities housing market compare to other US cities?

Data compiled by CNBC for 28 US housing markets dramatically illustrates how all real estate is local, with changes in sales, prices, and inventory jumping wildly from market to market....
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What if my home doesn’t appraise high enough?

Over the last few years, we have seen home prices drop and appraisals have been frustrating - especially for those trying to refinance.  Now we are looking at home prices rising...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Baked Oatmeal Casserole

"Logic will get you from A to Z. Imagination will get you everywhere." ~ Albert Einstein NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home,...
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