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Low Appraisal? Three ways to Save the Sale of your Home…

The dreaded “Low Appraisal” is being heard in Real Estate offices all around the South of the River Suburbs.  Those two small words have a powerful, negative impact on the sale of your home.  Recently, I represented a client in a transaction with a low appraisal.  I’m happy to report we solved this crisis and are scheduled to close on their new home soon. The learning experience is one I’l like to share. When an [...]

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Sheryl Petrashek Sells Townhouses in Lakeville

4 Things to look for in your Association Resale Disclosure Documents…

In Minnesota we have a Statute allowing a 10 day right to cancel a purchase agreement for any property in an Association.  When you are buying a townhome in Lakeville, Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Rosemount or any other Minnesota City, you will have a document in your purchase agreement stipulating a 10 Day Right of Rescission after reviewing the Association Documents and Resale Disclosure. It’s an important escape clause for buyers, the documents should be carefully [...]

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Social Media to Market my House?

Social Media is sweeping the world of marketing and business, including marketing homes for sale!  If your home is currently for sale in Burnsville, Eagan or Savage, you may be wondering, “Should my Home have a Social Media Marketing Campaign?” Last weekend, I was explaining my opinion to a new client whose home we are listing in Lakeville next week.  I outlined it this way, there are two groups of potential buyers out there, ‘Declared Buyers’ [...]

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Furnace repairs requested after buyers inspection

4 Repairs Buyers Commonly request after Inspection…

Private Home Inspections are routinely requested in today’s Real Estate Transaction.  Over the past 10 years the duration, scope and details of these inspections has increased substantially.  The most common question in a Home Seller’s mind is, “What might the Buyers ask for after their inspection?”  They may request anything, but there are a few common items. If you Prepare your home for the Inspection, it may prevent issues before they arise! It’s important to note [...]

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Building a New Home in Lakeville, What you Need to Know…

As a Real Estate Agent for Lakeville, I can tell you with certainty that Building a New Home has become very popular in our area! It’s amazing how quickly the New Construction neighborhoods have sprung to life in the past 6-9 months!  There are neighborhoods which seemed to have gone from empty lots, to bustling homesites overnight.  I wanted to bring you some specific information about New Construction in our South of the River Suburbs, [...]

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Use Social Media and Youtube to Reach More HomeBuyers

6 Creative Ways to Sell your Home in 2013…

Tired of the Same Old Boring Real Estate Flyer? Let’s Explore some New and Creative Ways to Sell your Home in Apple Valley, Lakeville, Rosemount or Eagan!  We’ll Discover Why these Creative Ideas can Better Sell your Townhome in Farmington or Burnsville too! Real Estate Marketing has changed in so many ways over the past 15 years.  During the time I have been Listing and Selling Homes in the South of the River, I have seen [...]

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10580 170th Street W, Lakeville MN Sheryl Petrashek

10580 170th Street, Lakeville MN

If you are looking to Buy a Home in Lakeville, be sure to see this Gorgeous Modified Two Story for Sale in Lakeville, MN! It’s well worth the visit, make it the first home on your list! “When we first moved in, the thing I was most excited about was the opportunity to entertain our Friends and Family! We can have more than 10 people in the kitchen alone and it’s still super comfortable.  Plus for our [...]

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Selling a home in 2013

Top 3 Reasons to Sell your Home in 2013…

The Real Estate Market is off to a roaring start! From my perspective and experience, I believe it’s going to be a banner year!  I can’t speak for the entire country, but I’m confident in my opinion for our local South of the River Home Sales! Below are my top 3 Reasons 2013 will be a great year if you’re considering “Selling my Home in Apple Valley, Eagan, Lakeville, Rosemount and Farmington Minnesota!” 1) Inventory Levels are [...]

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Ejoy Pond Views from the Deck

1110 Singing Hills Drive, Lonsdale MN

If you are looking to Buy a Home in Lonsdale, be sure to see this Gorgeous Walkout Rambler for Sale in Lonsdale, MN! It’s well worth the visit, make it the first home on your list! This home is nestled on a Natural Pond Lot with all the upgrades including Maple Floors, Cabinets and Trim, Open Great Room Design, Volume Ceilings, Two Fireplaces, Luxury Owner’s suite, Custom Blinds, Gorgeous Deck overlooking the Pond plus a Walkout [...]

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Sell your Home for $10,000 more this Spring, let me show you how….

Selling your Lakeville or Farmington Home this upcoming Spring for top dollar means planning and prepping now.  It’s time to schedule your Home-Prep Walk Thru, a quick preliminary meeting during which I’ll give you valuable advise to ensure you prep your home wisely. How to best Prep your Home for Sale depends on many factors including: Eventual price point or value of your home Amount of investment you can make into your home ahead of [...]

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