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Photos From New Construction Inspections

If you're buying a new construction home, get it inspected by a private home inspector.   I could wax on and on about how important home inspections are for new...
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5 Characteristics of Today’s Homebuyer

From what I hear from people I meet everyone is aware that today's real estate market has slowed to a trickle since the end of the federal tax credits. In...
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Sunday’s Site – Anoka, Halloween Capital of the World

The northwestern suburb of Anoka calls itself The Halloween Capital of the World, and yesterday featured the highlight of their annual festival… what they bill as the largest hometown parade in Minnesota.  This annual...
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What Exactly Is Halloween?

This Halloween is the first one for our 8 month old Granddaughter, Sophie.  Of course, she doesn't understand this holiday yet, but she will be dressed up on Sunday!!  She...
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What about Arbitration?

In Minnesota, you have the option of choosing arbitration as a way to resolve any future disputes about disclosure of material facts affecting the use and enjoyment of the property...
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Credit Scores

This is something that keeps coming back and is very important.  Your credit score will allow you to either get the best rates possible (scores over 740) or maybe not...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Lemon Yogurt Bread

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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Dimmer Switch On Ceiling Fan = Fire Hazard

I love dimmer switches; I use them to control almost every light in my house.  Installing a dimmer switch is a common enough DIY project, but like any other DIY...
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5 Twin Cities suburbs in the top 20 Best Places to Live in America… including Number One!

It's a few months since Money Magazine released their 2010 list of the 100 best places to live in America… time for a reminder that Minnesota always does very well in the rankings....
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Sunday’s Site – Best Burgers at The Nook, St. Paul

Burgers are at the heart of America, and nearly every neighborhood seems to have its favorite burger joint… sometimes the smaller the better.  The Nook, located near the corner of...
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