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Bank Statement mortgages

Not everyone fits in the small box of the traditional mortgage loans. For some, you may need a different type of mortgage. Some buyers have a solid history of financial...
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March 2026 real estate market update… inventory continues to grow nationwide

Lower mortgage rates helped boost US existing home sales 1.7% compared to March 2025, but closed sales were down 2.6% in the Twin Cities market. According to NAR (National Association...
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Divorce Move

How Moving After Divorce Can Help You Build a Stable, Happy Home

For homebuyers post-divorce and seniors downsizing after separation, relocation after divorce can feel like carrying emotional challenges of divorce into a process that already has high stakes. The pressure to...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Italian Wedding Soup

“I’m looking forward to looking back on all this.” – Sandra Knell NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids...
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Spring Maintenance

Spring Checklist for Minnesota Homeowners

It’s starting to feel like spring, so it’s a good time to share our Spring Checklist. I’ve shared a fall maintenance checklist forever because there’s a ton of stuff for...
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Weekly real estate market update 4/10/26… more people are turning to multi-generational living

As expected, new listings increased again after the Easter holiday weekend, as coming soon listings dropped. Showing activity also fell over the holiday as expected. Listing activity is increasing, right...
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CCM Line of Duty Death Benefit

The Line of Duty Death Benefit is an exclusive loan program for those serving as federal, state, county or municipal agency law enforcement officers. It provides a sense of security...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Potato Chip cookies

“The thing that changed for me, looking back at Earth, was that I found myself noticing not only the beauty of Earth, but how much blackness there was around it...
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How Long Does An Inspection Take

How long does a home inspection take?

How long does a home inspection take? How tall is a tree? Ha ha. Of course, the answer is “it depends”. We typically book a four-hour time slot for the...
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Should you buy an existing home or a new one? Each has its benefits

If you are torn on whether you should focus on buying new construction or an existing home, here are some differences that could help you in your decision making. Both...
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