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• A Few Myths About Radon

  As a Minnesota home inspector who does a lot of radon testing, I hear a lot of myths about radon being repeated over and over again. I've actually heard other... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Random Tidbits of Real Estate Wisdom

  

  Going on a home tour? Wear shoes that are easy to slip on and off Get pre-approved for financing, so if you find a home you love you are in a position to make a... Read more

  Posted on 11 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, REAL ESTATE

• West Medicine Lake Park... on the Second Largest Lake in the Metro

  

  Looking for a large lake with swimming beaches, sailing, water skiing, and fishing close to the city? Medicine Lake in Plymouth is a great option. Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2011 HOME, REAL ESTATE

• A VERY Good Samaritan

  My Parents called me yesterday with a story about their day. They had to go to the Dr for some tests and were on their way home when their car "died" in the... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Is Estimated Market Value from the Tax Records a Good Estimate of What a Propert...

  

  Good question. While Estimated Market Value can be useful as a benchmark, especially when comparing very similar properties, it is useful more as a guide to... Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2011 BUSINESS, REAL ESTATE

• Before You Shop, Find a Mortgage Loan!

  Before you start looking at homes, you want to have a good idea of how much you can buy. If you find a home that you love and then find out you can't qualify fo... Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Macaroni, Snap Pea and Potato Salad

  

  NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. Read more

  Posted on 06 July 2011 HOME, RECIPES

• What Will Happen If Your Sump Pump Fails?

  

  Most houses with sump pumps rely on the pumps to keep the basement from flooding. When a big rain storm comes through, the sump pump will really be needed... an... Read more

  Posted on 05 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Birchwood Cafe... Keeping Traditions of Freshness and Community Alive

  

  "Innumerable measures bring us this food...We should know how it comes to us." This Zen meal prayer welcomes you into the Birchwood Cafe, a neighborhood cafe... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2011 HOME, REAL ESTATE

• Outdoor Lighting

  

  If you're selling and you've got the inside of your home all ready to go, you might consider what your outside lighting situation is. Read more

  Posted on 02 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT

• Minneapolis Named One of the 10 Best Trips of Summer 2011 by National Geographic

  

  It's pretty cool to be sharing a list of top destinations with places like Patagonia, the Azores and the Stockholm Archipelago. Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• FHA 203K Rehab Loans

  Many of the homes listed for sale are foreclosures and need some work. If you are looking at a home that needs repairs or if you want to remodel your home, a FH... Read more

  Posted on 30 June 2011 REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Warm Toasted Marhmallow S'mores Bars

  

  NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. Read more

  Posted on 29 June 2011 SELF EXPRESSION

• A Delicate Balance

  

  As I reflected on delicately balanced cairns during a luxurious weekend relaxing along Lake Superior's south shore I was reminded how everything in life is so... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2011 HOME, REAL ESTATE

• Inspecting Bath Tubs

  

  Many years ago, I learned about a bath tub leak that I never caught during my home inspection. The seller didn't have any children and didn't take baths, so the... Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2011 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT

• Pets

  

  I was in a home this week that had a dog. I LOVE animals, but when I see a pet in a home, my advice is to remove it while the home is on the market. Buyers may... Read more

  Posted on 25 June 2011 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT, REAL ESTATE

• Hiking in Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

  

  The Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is only 10 miles from downtown Minneapolis, and the Visitor Center is just a short walk from the Mall of America... Read more

  Posted on 24 June 2011 DIARIES

• The Best Time in History to Buy a House?

  

  One of the most compelling posts I read supporting the position that this is the best time in history to buy a home was posted the end of January by Dr. Steve... Read more

  Posted on 24 June 2011 BUSINESS, HOME, REAL ESTATE

• Fed's Statement

  The Federal Open Market Committee meeting was held this week and as expected, they left interest rates alone. In the FOMC statement, they said the economy is... Read more

  Posted on 23 June 2011 HOME, REAL ESTATE

• Wednesdays Unplugged - Quick Roasted Red Potatoes

  

  NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. Read more

  Posted on 22 June 2011 FOOD & DRINK