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• Wednesdays Unplugged - Potato, Sausage, Spinach Breakfast Casserole

  

  "Nothing is really work unless you would rather be doing something else ." ~ James M. Barrie NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. Read more

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

• You Should Go to a Habitat for Humanity Dedication!

  

  When Habitat for Humanity finishes a home, it's turned over to the new owners at a Dedication Ceremony. All the volunteers who helped build the home are... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Why Home Inspectors Should Know Building Codes

  

  Even though home inspectors should be familiar with current building codes, this doesn't mean that home inspectors should report code violations. Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Some Things to Consider Before Moving to Be Close to Family

  

  Roughly 1 in 3 Minnesota Baby Boomers is considering a move within the next 10 years, with suburban Boomers most likely to be considering a move to a new... Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• August Market Update... Prices Remain Strong

  

  According to August 2014 sales data recently released by the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors, prices remain strong. Median sale price reached the low... Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Are You Ready to Buy a Home?

  Buying a home is not the same as buying a new couch or TV - or even a car. It takes a lot of planning, both emotional and financial. Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Corn and Cheese Enchiladas

  

  "Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." ~ Theodore Roosevelt NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from... Read more

  Posted on 10 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Attention Minnesota Home Inspectors: ASHI Heartland Chapter is Back

  The local chapter of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), called the Heartland Chapter, has been largely defunct for the last couple of years. Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• What Makes This Energy Saving Golden Valley House 'green'?

  

  This Golden Valley house was built in 1982 specifically to conserve energy. It features many of the same things associated with 'green' buildings today, and... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• 10 Reasons to Choose Plymouth

  

  Plymouth is a western suburb of Minneapolis that straddles I-494 on the west and is bordered by Hwy 169 on the east. There are many reasons that make it a... Read more

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

• How to Keep Your Carpet Looking Great!

  

  Here is a great tip on how to keep your carpet looking great. Who knew it was so simple!! Proper care and cleaning can make a big difference in retaining your... Read more

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

• Wondering Whether to Buy Now Or Wait? At What Cost?

  

  'Back to school' time feels like a new year for many people, a time when they think about making plans that sometimes include a move... should it be now? next... Read more

  Posted on 05 September 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• New Down Payment Assistance Programs for MN Housing

  Minnesota Housing's down payment assistance programs are changing. The program that had been called HomeHelp has been discontinued as of August 29th. Read more

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

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Cheesy Garlic Tomatoes

  

  "Life is the art of drawing without an eraser. " ~ John W. Gardner NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy... Read more

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

• Radon Testing: Should You Rely on The Seller's Test?

  "Two months ago the seller had another buyer inspect the home. The radon test came back at 1.8. Does this need to be done again? Thanks!" Read more

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

• Labor Day 2014... Where All the Children Are Above Average

  

  As we end another summer in the land of lakes and head back to school, Garrison Keillor's well-known Lake Woebegon quote below seems appropriate for this Labor... Read more

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

• King's Fair... Precursor to the Minnesota State Fair

  

  At a recent closing on a home in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis the buyer noted that the legal description was the 'Fairground Addition'... Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Dear Diary… Using a Journal and Keeping Track During the Home Search

  

  Several times over this summer I’ve had occasion to consult journals from years past: in June, to prep meals and decide what to pack for a week-long canoe trip... Read more

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

• More and More Generations of Familiy Are Choosing to Live Together

  

  The number of households with more than one adult generation living together increased over 30% from 2000 to 2010 and is expected to continue to grow. A record... Read more

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

• What is the Difference Between a Prequalification and a Preapproval?

  This question was asked on the Consumer Protection Finance Bureau's website and the regulator's answer is listed as: "Prequalification is a lender’s estimate... Read more

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