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• DIY Urinal Installation, My Tale of Woe

  

  I rarely tell personal stories, but here goes one. I’m sure any good plumber could have installed a urinal in a few hours, but I’m not a good plumber. Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Creative Methods to Save for a Down Payment

  

  Few movies embody the against-all-odds mentality better than Stallone’s classic Rocky movies. Truly, all I have to do is hear the opening horns of the theme son... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Are We at the Lake? The Kilmer Pond Neighborhood in St Louis Park

  

  We have a couple of friends who live in the Kilmer Pond neighborhood which is "kitty corner" from the General Mills world headquarters. Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Home Staging - Up Close and Personal

  

  Many things go into Staging a Home and there really is a thought process that goes into it. What is the price of the home? Who is the targeted buyer? How will... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• From the Seller

  

  Every person has a story. Every house has a story. Every neighborhood has a story. Stories are what connect us and turn a house into a home. For most people,... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Identity Theft

  With income tax time here again, I have heard more on identity theft over the last few weeks. There seems to be more reports of people filing taxes fraudently.... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• How Will the New Fannie Mae Appraisal Program Affect Transactions?

  

  While getting approved for FHA financing has become easier for the potential homebuyer, the appraisal process for the home they want to buy has become a bit mor... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Chicken Thighs with Orange Sauce

  

  "I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be." ~ Douglas Adams NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Home Inspections Vs. Appraisals

  When I tell people what I do for a living, a common response I get is “So you’re, like, an appraiser, right?” No. I’m not. While home inspectors and appraisers... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Finding Your Place When Relocating

  

  When thinking about buying your first home, it’s fundamental to begin by prioritizing not only what you’re looking for inside the home, but also where the home... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Houses of the Big and Little Screen

  

  I reach a breaking point every winter, and this year it’s happening right about… now. Perhaps it’s the inevitable let down after a warm-weather vacation, or... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Preparing to Buy, Sell, Downsize... Tips on How to Begin

  

  We work with people in all stages of housing transitions... from renting to buying a first home... moving up because of growing family, schools, jobs...... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Asbestos in the Home: What's the Best Course of Action?

  

  We’re all familiar with the Better Call Saul-type commercials on TV, the ones that talk about the risk of mesothelioma and send you straight to WebMD to check... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• How to Raise Your Credit Score

  Credit scores are important when it comes to mortgage financing. Your credit score can affect your interest rate, the type of mortgage you qualify for and... Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Creamy Chicken and Spinach Pasta

  

  "Love the moment, and the energy of that moment will spread beyond all boundaries." ~ Corita Kent NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• How to Get the Most out of Your Truth-In-Sale of Housing Evaluation

  

  I'd like to give some advice to home sellers on how to get the most out of their required Truth-In-Sale of Housing (TISH) evaluation. Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• University Grove... Unique University Enclave of Mid-century Modern Homes

  

  If you are a University relocation and/or looking for a classic mid-century modern home, don't miss the awesome and unique University Grove neighborhood. Read more

  Posted on 09 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Do Small Homes Need Staging?

  

  Many people visual Home Staging as something done for large expensive homes. So I do get the question "I have a small home so do I need to stage it?" The... Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Decluttering, Downsizing, Rightsizing Tips

  

  Whatever you call it, figuring out what to do with your 'stuff' can be enough to stop many potential home sellers before even getting started. Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• FHA Streamlined Refinances

  FHA streamline refinances are great ways for those with current FHA mortgages to refinance. There are a couple different ways to use streamline refinances. You... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2015 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE