Buying a Home

The best time in history to buy a house?

One of the most compelling posts I read supporting the position that this is the best time in history to buy a home was posted the end of January by Dr. Steve...
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Minnetonka first-time homebuyer and home repair funds available

The City of Minnetonka has just released loan funds available for first-time homebuyers to use for down payment or closing costs through their Welcome to Minnetonka program… or for repairs...
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Is the buyer waiting game coming to a close?

At the end of the tax credit last year it seemed like buyers dropped off the face of the planet… and the total number of Twin Cities sales last year...
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Will my new home be bothered by airplane noise?

When considering a home to buy a question that often comes up is the impact of airline noise on a particular home. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has a couple...
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Empty nesters buying retirement nests early

Today's buyer's market and low interest rates provide a great opportunity for empty nesters to buy their next nest… or multiple nests… even before they are ready to move. The...
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Ready to buy? Answers to some common buyer questions

1. How do I figure out my price range? You probably already have a pretty good idea of what monthly payment you feel you can handle, and most online sites have...
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What is most important to you? an updated kitchen, number of baths or garage stalls, walking to a coffee shop, living near a park or trail, or…

Whether you are buying or selling a home or making other life decisions, there is almost always some compromise involved. It's usually not too hard to come up with a...
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Does it make sense to buy a place for your college student?

The idea of buying a place for your kid while in college has been around for a long time, and was even part of the inspiration for the "Kiddie Condo" FHA loan program. With...
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