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Antiques, beer and Juicy Blucys in St. Paul’s Merriam Park

There were antiques at the St. Paul corner of Selby and Fairview before the Blue Door Pub brought throngs of people to revel in their fine selection of tap beers and famous...
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I Have a New Favorite Color. Dill Pickle!

You know that jingle….."Gedney…It's the Minnesota Pickle". Well….if you are not from MN you probably don't know it but it is a great pickle made here in MN and their...
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July Market Update – percent of traditional sales continues to climb

One of the most encouraging signs that the market is continuing to improve is the continued increase in the percentage of traditional sales… that is, sales that are not bank...
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Changes coming for USDA loans

For those buying homes in rural areas, USDA rural development loans are a wonderful way to buy.  However, there are changes coming to the program October 1, 2012.  This is a...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Salted Pretzel-Marshmallow Bars

"Bring good!" ~ Michael J. Baynes     NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids...
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Comparing Dryer Transition Ducts

A dryer transition duct is the flexible material that can be used to transition between the dryer and the duct. Transition ducts should be used sparingly, stretched tight, not smashed,...
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RE/MAX Results Radar… free home search app with augmented reality

If you have ever driven by an interesting house for sale and wanted to know more about it on the spot, RE/MAX Results Radar may be just the app you...
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Midtown Greenway… bike freeway from Minneapolis lakes to the Mississippi River

The Midtown Greenway is an amazing 5.5 mile former railroad corridor cutting across south Minneapolis that was turned into a barrier-free bike and pedestrian trail. It extends from the lakes area between...
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Which states will be the best places to live in the future?

You may be surprised by Gallup's recent list of the top 10 states poised for the brightest future. My husband only guessed one… Minnesota! Learning, workplaces and health habits are...
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Walkability… it’s about more than just walk score

With walkability high on many homebuyer lists of must-haves for young home buyers and Baby Boomers alike, many look to walkscore.com to help evaluate a property. While a useful tool, don't forget...
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