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HomesMSP Real Estate Blog
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Practical information about buying, selling and owning a home... and life in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota
LATEST ARTICLES ( 1427 )
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At-Home Health Systems
Many Baby Boomers are are concerned with finding ways to care for their aging parents... and are approaching aging differently themselves. Read more
Posted on 08 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Largest Matisse Collection Ever in Minneapolis
The current Matisse Exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts is just one example of the Twin Cities' thriving arts community, and a good example it is. Read more
Posted on 07 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
What Is Your Buyer's Reaction Worth?
Home Staging - Cost versus Benefit The price of Home Staging....is it worth it? That is always a question on the minds of home owners especially if their home i... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
How Long Should It Last? Life Expectancy of Home Components
Sellers should know that buyers often ask how long a furnace, roof, water heater, appliances, etc usually lasts... it's a big help in factoring in upcoming cost... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
What Happens During the Mortgage Process?
So you have met with a lender and they said you were approved- now what??!! What happens after you have written a purchase agreement? The process can be... Read more
Posted on 03 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Wednesdays Unplugged - Whipped Cream Parfaits
"Happiness is the absence of striving for happiness." ~ Chuang Tzu NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy... Read more
Posted on 03 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Sprinkler Systems to Be Required in All New MN Homes, Existing Homes by 2016
According to Minnesota's Chief Building Official Ronald McSevergny, there will be a phase-in requirement for sprinkler systems to be added to existing homes. ... Read more
Posted on 01 April 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
RE/MAX Results Named Largest RE/MAX Brokerage in the WORLD
RE/MAX Results was recently named the largest RE/MAX brokerage in the WORLD, and our co-broker/owner John Collopy said THANK YOU, TWIN CITIES in a full page ad... Read more
Posted on 31 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Minnetonka Meanderings
After lamenting the shortage of affordable one-level townhomes and condos lately I find I will have one of each listing this week in Minnetonka. Read more
Posted on 30 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Urban Wildlife: Maple Syruping
Somewhere at the beginning of February, when I’d already had all I could take of this cold, snowy winter, I started daydreaming about new hobbies for spring.... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Baby Boomers Lead Trend to Lifestyle Housing
I smiled when I recently read about how Baby Boomers are leading a shift to 'Lifestyle Housing'. The article said that Baby Boomers are thinking about what... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Buying a Home with a Friend?
You have decided to buy a home, do you buy by yourself or with a friend? You know how much you can qualify for, if you buy with a friend (maybe a... Read more
Posted on 27 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Wednesdays Unplugged - Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Tacos
"The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short, but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark. ~... Read more
Posted on 27 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Four Important Smoke Alarm Safety Tips
The vast majority of residential smoke alarms are ionization alarms, which take a long time to respond to smoldering fires. In many cases, they respond too... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Here I Am!
Hi, all. My name is John and I am Sharlene 's husband. I recently retired from 15+ years as a lay pastor/department head for three different Lutheran Church... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Where Was the Graffiti Bridge Made Famous by Prince?
Minnesota is known as the state with the most paved rail-to-trail bikeways in the country. If you ride the SW LRT Trail in Eden Prairie you may not be aware tha... Read more
Posted on 23 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
The Home Buying Process
1. Pre-approval The single most important step in the whole home buying process is securing your financing. Without it, you cannot make a legitimate offer. See ... Read more
Posted on 22 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
New Construction POP QUIZ
With such a shortage of homes available for sale, more people are thinking about new construction again. Test your knowledge with this short quiz from the Real... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Things to Avoid Before Buying a Home
When you decide it's time to buy a new home, it usually will take you a few months to decide if this is a great idea or not. As you think about it and finally... Read more
Posted on 20 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE -
Wednesdays Unplugged - Cinnamon Applesauce
"Knowledge is learning something new every day. Wisdom is letting go of something every day ." ~ Zen saying NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from... Read more
Posted on 20 March 2014 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE
