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Weekly real estate market update 7/7/23 – low housing inventory is sweet spot for sellers

Real estate market activity is down over the July 4th holiday weeks as it usually is when other things take precedence over home buying and selling. But it is encouraging...
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Is homeownership still the American Dream?

Americans Still View Homeownership as the American Dream Everyone’s interpretation of the American Dream is unique and personal. But, for many people, it’s tied to a sense of success, freedom,...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Pesto Chicken and Orzo Salad

“There’s nothing that makes you more insane than family. Or more happy. Or more exasperated. Or more . . . secure.” ― Jim Butcher, Vignette NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from...
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A Quick Summer Refresh

Summer is a great time for a home cleanout and refresh. More often than not, I miss the opportunity for spring cleaning, and find myself in my dusty basement and...
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Would $4000 help you buy a home?

First time homebuyers can get up to $4000 to help with the purchase of a home! Owning your own home isn’t just a pipe dream, we are here to help...
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Chewed Up Plumbing Vent Flashing

One of the most common type of plumbing vent caps in Minnesota is a two-piece frost-resistant plumbing vent cap, which has a piece of lead that can be bent to fit over...
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Weekly real estate update 6/23/23… showings stay above the last two years

As we move into holiday and vacation time the market is holding steady, with showings still higher than the last two years. When there is a shortage of homes for...
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Saving for a down payment!

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know. If you’re planning to buy your first home, then you’re probably focused on saving for all the costs involved...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint

“The best fathers have the softest, sweetest hearts. In other words, great dads are real marshmallows.” -Richelle Goodrich NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day to stay home,...
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Listed… and sold in 4 days!

When we discussed listing this home for sale, the sellers said they wanted to list it, have it open for showings one weekend while they went out of town on...
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