Restaurant Review of the Month – Tongue in Cheek
No joke, Tongue in Cheek is a place worth checking out. Located in St. Paul, this restaurant is sure to excite your senses. Tongue in Cheek has a wonderful low-lit ambiance. Upon entering, you will find yourself surrounded by cool contemporary style art. The staff is upbeat and their great service makes for a very […]
Back to Edina Roots
I first met General Savre and Mary Beth a few years ago when I helped him buy a house for his son in Minneapolis – a great financial strategy to get him going and not to waste money on rent. A few weeks ago, they reached out to me again, saying they were partnering up […]
No Maintenance Golden Years
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Art & Patsy, a lovely couple looking to transition out of their home and condo. The couple had lived in their 1 ½ story Richfield home for over 20 years and wanted to enjoy their golden years in a maintenance free condo. Patsy, who was a realtor many […]
Top 10 Fall Treats for All Ages
Fall is now upon us and that means we need to switch up the treats and desserts we bring to a party or get together. From apple and pumpkin desserts to acorn and leaf-shaped treats, these fun ideas will be the hit of any fall harvest party. Try one or try them all and let […]
Buyers relocate from Willmar to Maple Grove
Troy and Katie contacted us when they made the decision to relocate to the Twin Cities from Willmar, MN. Troy works in the medical field in healthcare administration and took a position in Monticello. Katie is a social worker and ended up going back to her old job in South Minneapolis. I met with Troy […]
BEWARE: New scam targeting realtors, home buyers
We have received notice of a scam that is gaining momentum and has been affecting REALTORS® across the country. Realtors: Be on alert if you receive an inquiry through Zillow or another third party data facilitator. It begins with a customer sending you an email with a listing and stating they want a home similar […]
4 Germiest Items In The Home
If you’re prone to keeping a bottle of hand sanitizer with you wherever you go, we hate to burst your bubble. Turns out, bacteria tends to linger on some of the most frequently used household items. The authors of Real Simple have compiled a list of germ-laden places—and how to tackle nasty trouble spots. Kelly […]
Options for the “Fixer Upper”
The fixer-upper properties on the market will give you more purchasing power when shopping for a new home. Bargains can be found in homes that have been foreclosed, seized by the government or just fallen out of repair due to homeowner neglect. While it is true that you will save thousands of dollars on these […]
Assumable Mortgages – Advantages to Buyer & Seller
Recently, our good friend Pat Zaby, through his customer contact system InTouch, shared some great information on the advantages of assuming a mortgage. Mr. Zaby explained the advantages of assuming an existing mortgage versus applying for a new one: Mortgage is further into amortization schedule Lower interest rate loans amortize faster than higher interest rate […]
Homeowner How To’s: How to Fix a Broken Doorbell
By Laura, Guest Blogger If you’re like me, electrical problems freak you right out. If a switch doesn’t work or outlet is broken, I’m super scared to go near it, much less try to fix it on my own. But it turns out, it may not be too difficult or scary after all. I found […]
