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House vs Townhome vs Condo – Historical Market Overview

NOTE: see Months Supply of Inventory by property type in monthly Market Updates for current comparative information When I start to work with first-time home buyers I am frequently asked whether...
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Sunday’s Site – Bailey Nurseries, Newport

NOTE: see the bottom of Sunday's Site posts for homes for sale in the area Yesterday we were in Cottage Grove, in the southeast corner of the Twin Cities metro area, for our...
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First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit – 2009 Highlights

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 includes several provisions benefiting home buyers and home owners. Here is a summary of those highlights. 2009 First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Tax credit of...
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I found a home I like online…now what???

With 87% of all buyers and 94% of buyers aged 25-44 using the Internet to search for homes it is highly likely that you could find a home you like while you are searching...
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Conventional mortgages

One of the common types of mortgages are conventional loans – both insured and uninsured.  The difference is whether you have 20% down or not.  If you do not have...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Fettuccine Alfredo

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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Attic Problems On A New Construction Home

We recently inspected a new construction, custom built home in Edina.  We did a team inspection at this property, where Neil, Duane, and I all inspected the house at the same...
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How much difference does interest rate make in my monthly payments & the price home I can afford?

Lately I have had people asking me about home prices and interest rates…how much impact does interest rate actually have on the price home you can afford to buy? Does...
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Sunday’s Site – Hyland Ski & Snowboard Area, Bloomington

NOTE: see the bottom of Sunday's Site posts for homes for sale in the area With winter delivering the biggest snowfall of the season a few days ago it seems appropriate to visit a...
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Minneapolis Truth-In-Sale of Housing Pre-Inspections

If you need a Truth-in-Housing inspection but you’re worried about having 'The City' come through your house, have a pre-inspection done.  A pre-inspection is an inspection done by a private...
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