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Natural Gas Information You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else

On Sunday, September 21st, a gas explosion demolished a vacant fourplex in north Minneapolis.  This was the second north Minneapolis home to have this happen since March.  I’ll go out...
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Condo vs Townhome vs House

When you buy a house you own a piece of land and all the structures on in, including the house and garage. Restrictions about what you can do with your...
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Sunday’s Site – Franconia Sculpture Park

This week’s site was a new discovery for me…and a wonderful one! When our son invited us to join them at the arts and music festival at the Franconia Sculpture...
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How to Stage with Children

Staging will temporarily change the way you live….but how do you successfully stage when there are Children living in the home? Yes, it can be challenging, but it can be...
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Mortgage market rollercoaster!

What a week!!  Last week Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were taken over by the government to help stabilize the housing market.  Rates dropped quickly with the news.  This week...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Taco Pie

Today is Wednesday so that must mean I am here only by the magic of technology…in reality,  I am unplugged and enjoying my day cooking. QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The...
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Townhouse Inspections

If you’re buying a townhouse, have the common areas inspected; not just the inside of the home.  We always quote the same price to inspect a townhouse as a single...
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Market Update – August Stats

The trend of declining new listings and increasing sales is continuing, according to the market statistics for August released by the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors (MAAR). Note how this...
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Sunday’s Site – Roseville Central Park

With 225 acres, Roseville Central Park is one of the largest city parks in the area…so big that it is officially listed as five different developed parks connected by trails...
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Stage Beautifully Without Spending Much!

Working with my "Favorite" Realtor, Sharlene Hensrud….two properties we just finished, sold within 30 days of listing….AND….for list price!!  It’s been a really good month!! So, I’m off today to...
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