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Why Buying Now May Be Worth It in the Long Run

Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a question a lot of people have these days. And while what’s right for you is going to depend...
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Moving Up! How one couple sold their house… and bought a new one!

It all started when I got an email last year that they were thinking about moving up to another home in the future and wondered how to go about it...
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Make Your Home Cozy For Fall

Fall is such a wonderful time of year in the Midwest. The cool, crisp morning air brings a respite from the heat of summer, yet we can still depend on...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Sweet Vidalia Onion Dip

“Other things may change us, but we start and end with family.” – Anthony Brandt NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and...
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Weekly real estate market update… chart for how lower interest rates affect buying power

The real estate market settled down again after the post-holiday boost, but still ahead of last year. Showing activity continued along the same track, almost as busy as last year...
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2024 Docomomo Fall Home Tour Day… A Gaggle of Graffunders

If you don’t already know about MN Modernist Architect Carl Graffunder, this is your chance! His 130+ projects across the state exemplify the essence of 20th Century Modernism – open...
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August 2024 real estate market update… inventory continues to slowly rise

Inventory continues to rise as it has all year… in July, 11.7% above last year. Months supply of inventory also is continuing to increase, 13.0% over last July. New listings...
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Fed Action and the Market Reaction

Yesterday the Fed cut rates by 50 basis points (bp) to a target range of 4.75-5%, with the effective Fed Funds Rate at 4.875%. Many had expected a cut of...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Blueberry Peach Cucumber Salad

“The longer I live the more beautiful life becomes.” – Frank Lloyd Wright NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our...
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Q&A: Do home inspectors need to be licensed in Minnesota? And my two cents on licensing.

Today’s topic is a frequently asked question about home inspections in Minnesota. In short, no. Home inspectors do not need to be licensed in Minnesota. Those cheeseheads in Wisconsin require...
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