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More possible mortgage changes coming…

The Federal Housing Administration is asking for an increase in insurance premiums to replenish it's capital reserves.  FHA is going to ask Congress to raise the 55 basis point cap...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Spritz Butter Cookies

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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New Windows Are Nice… But Forgot Any ROI

The idea that you could ever come close to breaking even on your investment for new windows is impossible at best, and borders on downright dishonesty.
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Remodeling ROI – Cost vs Value Report 2009-10

Clients often contact me about their potential ROI (Return on Investment) for various remodeling projects. While I can help with a sense of what appeals to buyers and what will...
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Sunday’s Site – The West End, St. Louis Park

NOTE: see the bottom of Sunday's Site posts for homes for sale in the area We made several stops at The West End in St. Louis Park this week…an exciting new mixed use development...
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Selling and Moving Are Emotional

Moving can be very emotional.  I met with a Client who we're helping move next week.  She is very emotional about the change.  She's been on a waiting list for...
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Sense of Place…finding your ‘best place’

Our identity and sense of well-being are defined to a large degree by our sense of place and our sense of home…by the natural traits of our environment and by the unseen...
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Treasury Dept sets new guidance on short sales

This week the Treasury Department issued new guidelines to try and "speed" the short sale process.   The Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program provides financial incentives and simplifies the procedures for...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Fudge Cupcakes with Pink Buttercream Icing

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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Buying A Category 2 Registered Vacant Building In Saint Paul

If you're in the market to buy a fixer-upper home in Saint Paul, there's no need to be afraid of registered vacant buildings – at least not most of them.  There...
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