In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our own dreams, goals, beliefs, and…
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10 Home Inspection Issues – Red Flags
Most Minnesota homebuyers realize that they can’t expect a perfect home inspection report when buying a resale home. Cosmetic flaws and minor repairs are easily managed and shouldn’t be deal breakers. That said, there are some issues that are more serious and should give the buyer pause if not addressed…
Motivated Seller – Make Me an Offer!
Even in a strong Twin Cities seller’s market, a homebuyer might hear the words, “Make me an offer.” For a nicely appointed home in the Twin Cites that is well priced, this can be a surprise. Being invited to write an offer can often give the buyer pause. Most buyers…
Be Prepared for Closing Costs
Saving for a down payment in preparation for buying a new home is pretty common knowledge. Most mortgages that allowed zero down payments have disappeared except VA & USDA Mortgage Loans. While FHA and VA loans still offer little to no money down, most potential homebuyers will need to save…
How to know when it’s Time for a New Roof for Your Twin Cities Home
It’s easy to tell when you need to replace your carpet or repaint the walls; you see them every day and when they look old or dingy, it’s easy to notice. The wear and tear on your roof is a different thing. How often do you spend the time looking…
The Walkable St Paul-Summit University Neighborhood
It’s good for the mind, body, and community spirit to live in a walkable town. And St Paul condos and lofts are in all the most walkable urban neighborhoods. Scoring High for Walkability Consider the Summit-University neighborhood, with its Walk Score of 76. The Walk Score is informed by researchers in urban planning, public health, and real estate. The 70-89…