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Buyer’s Inspection… not the same as a city inspection

Buyers are sometimes confused about the difference between a buyer's inspection and an inspection required by the city before selling a home…. wondering if a buyer's inspection isn't just paying for a repeat of...
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Reminder of FHA changes

On April 18th, FHA is changing their mortgage insurance fees.   Currently FHA charges .90% for the monthly mortgage insurance premium if you are putting less than 5% down on a...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Tangy Country Style Ribs

NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. We end our meal with quotes...
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Why Test For Radon?

If you're buying a home in Minnesota, get it tested for radon.  There are two reasons I give for having radon tested; lung cancer and money. A few quick facts...
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National Map of 2011 Shadow Inventory

The change in non-current mortgage loans is down 36% in the last 12 months in Minnesota in spite of a 4% increase in Minnesota foreclosure starts from the 3rd to 4th...
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North Loop… one of the most unique neighborhoods in the city

The North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis is one of the most unique neighborhoods in the city. Home of the new Minnesota Twins Target Field and extending from the Minneapolis Farmer’s Market at...
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Pet Smells

I wrote a blog about pets last year when we were working on a home that had a cat and a dog.  While working with this client on some home...
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Finding Community in Windsor Green

New Brighton's Windsor Green was the first owner-occupied townhome complex in Minnesota and it was carefully designed to be an enticing reason to transition from a house. With spacious units...
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When can you buy after a shortsale or foreclosure?

Purchasing a home after a short sale, foreclosure or bankruptcy can be very frustrating.   There are different rules for each situation and some of the rules depend on the situation. ...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Crockpot Tapioca Pudding

NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. We end our meal with quotes...
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