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Have we reached the bottom?

The Wall Street Journal published an article this week titled ‘The Housing Crisis Is Over’. Written by Cyril Moulle-Berteaux, managing partner of the NY hedge fund firm Traxis Partners LP,...
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VA financing

When a veteran has less than a 20% downpayment available, a Veterans Administration (VA) guaranteed mortgage is often an excellent choice.  For many years, conventional financing options were so favorable...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Meat Loaf & Frosty Strawberry Dessert

Today is Wednesday so I’m not really here…I’m unplugged and ready to enjoy my day cooking. Have a good one! QUOTE OF THE WEEK "Just living isn’t enough," said the...
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New Construction & Home Inspections

One of the most common myths related to new home construction is that new homes don’t need to be inspected.  I personally know several people that have purchased new homes...
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Is it time to sell?

People sell homes for many reasons, sometimes out of choice and sometimes out of necessity. If you are selling out of necessity, whether it be a relocation, a personal, family...
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Sunday’s Site – Lake Harriet

Lake Harriet is the southern-most of the reknown Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. It’s a great recreation spot, including sailing, swimming beaches, and popular walking and biking trails. We used to...
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SOLD!

In spite of everything you hear about the market right now, houses are selling…and that means buyers are also buying. Case in point is a property I listed at the...
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Buy now or wait?

When to purchase a home, is one of the most common concerns homebuyers have in today’s market.  The decision must be yours, but here are some things I suggest you...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Lemon Meringue Pie & Sesame Crusted Pork Chops

As Wednesdays Unplugged developed over the past year a cup of quotes to share was added to top off our family meals, much like Chinese fortune cookies. I will be...
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Choosing an excellent home inspector

  When you’re ready to purchase a home, you’ll need to do some research before choosing a home inspector.  In Minnesota, there is no such thing as licensing for home...
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