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• “Luster on Steel,” A.k.a. Lustron Houses, in the Twin Cities

  If you drive down Nicollet Avenue between 50th and 51st streets, look up the hillside yards and look at the houses, you’ll see your average South Minneapolis... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Mid-Century Modern Home Tour... and How to Create Your Own If You Are Buying

  

  I love mid-century modern home design, so when a new client asked to take a tour of some mid-century homes for sale last weekend I leapt for joy! Read more

  Posted on 06 October 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Heaven on Earth

  

  In my last blog I wrote about the 'Stairway to Heaven' which was all about the renovation of a very, very old upstairs Master Bedroom Retreat. You may be... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Over 45 Open Houses in Golden Valley Sunday, October 5, 2014!!

  

  Come to the Golden Valley Open House Extravaganza this Sunday, October 5, 2014... over 45 homes will be open from 12:00 noon to 3:00 Sunday afternoon, ranging i... Read more

  Posted on 03 October 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Credit Report Updates!

  So you want to buy a new home? Or you want to refinance? One of the first things that lenders will look at is your credit report. If you are thinking about a ne... Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Garlic Shrimp Linguine

  

  "We do not see things as they are. We see them as we are." ~ The Talmud NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• How To Inspect Your Own House, Part 5: Electrical

  

  Today I'm going to cover electrical. There is a ridiculous amount of stuff that could be covered with this topic, and a lot of it takes a lot of explaining. ... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• University of Minnesota - Wow!

  

  I can't say what I was expecting when I visited the University of Minnesota campus yesterday. But, I came away with a high respect for this complex organism. Read more

  Posted on 29 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• One-of-a-kind Retirement Home Designed by Sarah Susanka and Tina Govan... Plans...

  

  When two noted architects collaborate on a home designed to not only connect with its spectacular setting but also meet flexible needs for aging in place and... Read more

  Posted on 29 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Ready to Buy? Autumn is a Great Time!

  

  As agents, we view the passing of summer with mixed emotions: a bit of sorrow, because it’s the most fun/busiest season for us; but also some relief and a... Read more

  Posted on 28 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• What Re-charges You?

  

  My inbox today contained an email message asking: We want to know....What RE/CHARGES You?! It came from RE/MAX and involved a contest submitting a video which... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• FHA Fees Are Holding Back First Time Homebuyers

  In recent testimony before Congress, Federal Reserve Chairwoman Janet Yellen confirmed what many potential homebuyers have known for years. Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Mini Cheddar Meat Loaves

  

  "The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age." ~ Lucille Ball NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Fall Maintenance Checklist for Minnesota Homeowners

  Fall is officially here. It’s time to get started on your fall maintenance list. It’s much easier to get this stuff done while it’s still pleasant outside, so... Read more

  Posted on 23 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• It's Autumn! 3 Reasons This is the Best Time of Year to Buy

  

  Fall has officially arrived and the leaves are starting to turn... a sign that we are moving into what can be the best time of the year for buyers. Here are 3... Read more

  Posted on 22 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Theodore Wirth Park... the Minneapolis Park That's About the Same Size as NYC's...

  

  With 759 acres, Theodore Wirth Park is the largest park in the Minneapolis park system... close to the size of New York City's Central Park. Read more

  Posted on 22 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Are You Looking to Buy A Stairway to Heaven?

  

  You know the song...we all love it. We sang along with Led Zeppelin: "There's a lady who's sure all that glitters is goldAnd she's buying a stairway to heaven. Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• How Much Do You Have to Earn to Buy a Median-priced Home?

  

  The National Association of Realtors put together the infographic below with 5 of the most Millenial-Friendly Cities... the most affordable cities for first-tim... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• What Does a Seller Need to Disclose? (The Spooky Stuff Edition)

  

  By the time mid September rolls around, without fail, one of my close friends has already pulled out her Halloween decorations, started an email chain re:... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Four Mistakes Some Make with Closing Costs

  All mortgages require closing costs. They can be paid by the borrower, the lender and sometimes the seller. It may be a combination of all three. The most... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE