If you look for positive news about the housing market, you will find it easily. Many industry experts are speculating that 2012 will be turn-around year and prices are at or near the bottom. There is statistical data to support this including New Home Starts,...
The question makes my heart *Sigh* each time I hear it. "What should I do with my Burnsville Underwater Townhome?" "How can I sell my Apple Valley Townhome if it's Underwater?" "I can't sell my Lakeville Townhome, but I need to move?" "When will my Farmington...
Buyers are heartbroken to learn the home they studied on a website for more than an hour last night is already sold! The true Multiple Listing Service used by Realtors shows if a home has an offer on it, but this information is not forwarded to websites viewed by...
Should I list my home now, or wait until Spring? I'm sure it's the most commonly asked question between January 20th and March 1st! The answer is short and easy this year, List it now, List it now, List it now! I am confident this is the right answer...
Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors, The Skinny Report! 2011 Annual Wrap-Up: Lower Prices but a Healthier Market! The annual wrap-up from the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors is a concise, information packed article. I thought it was well worth sharing. I've edited the article slightly to...
A Contract for Deed is private financing between a Home Buyer and a Home Seller. Currently we are receiving more inquiries from potential buyers about the availability of CD financing. Some home sellers in Savage and Prior Lake are offering Contract for Deed Terms. There are also...
Just finished showing homes in Apple Valley, Rosemount and Farmington, the deals out there are so amazing. Beautiful 6 bedroom split with all new carpet and fresh paint, cute house on corner lot with brand new stove, nice flooring and fenced yard, awesome multi-level with...
Today I met with a fantastic young couple preparing to buy their first home. Our discussion touched on the time needed to complete the purchase. Initially they were worried about starting the process too soon, concerned they might find a home they loved early in the looking process and not...
'Are we there yet?' Should I sell my home in 2012? How should you decide if 2012 is the right time to sell your home? Each person's situation is unique and sometimes complicated, I am happy to chat with you personally and help you evaluate your options. Discussing your...
"What is your best memory of the Halloween Blizzard of 1991?" was a question posed by one of my friends on Twitter yesterday. Hard to believe it was 20 years ago. The East coast experienced a similar blizzard this year and the news footage really...
