An unexpected byproduct of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a booming housing market. The local housing supply was already low, and the past lockdown depressed the volume even more. As more homebuyers began looking for new homes, fueled by the ability to work-from-home and low interest rates, sellers have been…
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What does pending sale mean in real estate?
Buying a home is a process. Once a buyer writes an offer and has it accepted, thelisting status is called a “pending sale.” During this stage, the principals involved perform all the elements of the contract, and once complete, the title is transferred to the new owner. This might sound…
Can You Buy a Twin Cities or Suburban Condo or Home Virtually?
As we continue to see unprecedented activity in the local Twin Cities real estate market, buyers often find they are too late to offer on recently listed homes. For the serious homebuyer, this can be frustrating, often causing them to make last-minute plans to run out and view homes, interfering…
Hunting for a New Home in the Twin Cities or the Suburbs? Don’t Wait Until the Weekend!
House hunting has become a contact sport over the past year. The idealized visionof a leisurely Saturday morning reviewing open houses in the Twin Cities or surrounding areas and plotting the day’s tours over coffee lattes is a thing of the past. While popping into the local open house might…
Benefits of a Home Gym
Exercise is a key part of staying healthy and it also helps with creating a positive mindset within yourself. Every aspect of our lives are impacted by our health, so doing the little things to ensure you stay in shape aids in your overall health. While exercise is important, many…
Minnesota Garden Ideas
We’ve all seen the wrong way to add “art” to a yard; an over abundance of pink flamingos, cement deer, and colorful gnomes are all examples of what might NOT to do. Yet adding interesting sculptures, fountains, pots, or art is a great way to add detail and enhance your…