Are we in the worst of times, the best of times, or somewhere in the middle? My hunch is that the answer is different, depending on your point of view,...Read More
On Monday I talked about trains, so I thought it only fitting to talk about the impact of planes on where you live as well this week. I did a...Read More
For many years I taught first time homebuyers classes for Dakota County CDA. The classes were part of the Homestretch Program through Minnesota Housing. One of the first sections we...Read More
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...Read More
The Minnesota State Building Code requires deck guardrails to be present when the deck surface is more than 30" above the ground. Guardrails must be at least 36" high, and must...Read More
If you are looking at a home with a railroad track nearby it can be important to know the frequency and speed of trains using the track. You can ask...Read More
NOTE: see the bottom of Sunday's Site posts for homes for sale in the area I remember taking an 'inside' tour of the Mall of America as this amazing structure with 4.2 million square feet was being built…then...Read More
Warmer weather is finally here! If you're thinking of putting your home on the market, it is prime time to improve the look of your home from the outside. We've...Read More
The appraisal process changed May 1, 2009, when the Home Valuation Code of Conductwas adopted to "enhance the independence and integrity of the appraisal process". It basically sets up a separate...Read More
I finally have an update on using the $8000 credit towards your down payment and closing costs on FHA loans. HUD sent out a mortgagee letter May 29th that gives...Read More
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