First-Time Homebuyers

MN Housing – conventional grants coming!

Minnesota Housing has announced a limited time program starting on Thursday, Aug 3rd.  They are going to offer a grant that can be used towards your closing costs, this grant...
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FHA mortgage changes

Over the past couple of years, FHA has changed some of their guidelines – some better, some worse.  For some buyers, this will make a difference in whether they can...
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Getting the best mortgage lender

There are all kinds of options for mortgages – your current bank, mortgage bankers and brokers, some are online and some have offices in your area. What’s best for you?...
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USDA mortgages

Are you looking for a home in a small city, maybe a home out in the country? A USDA mortgage might be perfect for you! USDA or rural development mortgages...
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Essential Real Estate Knowledge for Millennials

If you are a Millennial and it seems like all your friends are suddenly buying homes you are not alone, especially if you are an Older Millennial (age 26-35). The...
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Electric Hand Saw

Minnesota Tool Library… a fix-it homeowner’s dream come true!

Our son was ecstatic when he called to tell me that instead of going out and buying a new circular saw for his latest home improvement project he just went...
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credit score

Buying a home with a lower credit score

For many first time homebuyers, credit scores may be lower than they would like. Younger home buyers may not have a credit history to build a higher score.  Mortgages are...
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signing a contract

Fannie Mae changes!

So while Sharlene was getting the website updated, Fannie Mae made some nice changes!! These changes will help those with student loans or debts paid by other people – which...
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