Buying a Home

Need more money for a down payment?

Is lack of enough money for a down payment holding you back from buying a home? It is possible to buy even if you don't have a big down payment. Most people...
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Condo inspection pays off

Although most buyers in our market have an inspection when buying a house or townhouse, many will pass when buying a condo. Don't be fooled into thinking there is nothing to...
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Weather is what we get

In the words of Mark Twain, "Climate is what we expect, weather is what we get."  Weather in the Twin Cities is a central character in our sense of place… and a...
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How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House

Some helpful tips from the National Association of REALTORS… When you buy a fixer-upper house, you can save a ton of money, or get yourself in a financial fix. 1....
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Calculating your credit score

You have likely heard how important your credit score can be in securing a mortgage and getting the best interest rate. Have you ever wondered how it is calculated? Here...
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Steps in Buying a Home

Whether you are buying your first home or your tenth you go through the same basic steps when buying a home. 1. Gathering information Most people now start the home buying process...
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4 Common Home 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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Good reasons not to buy a home right now

With mortgage interest rates as low as we can remember and the S & P Twin Cities home price index back to 2001 levels you have likely been hearing a...
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