A dream house is more than just a place to live; it’s a reflection of our aspirations, personality, and desires. For many, the concept of a dream house represents the perfect amalgamation of aesthetics, functionality, and comfort. It’s a place where one can truly feel at home and find solace from the demands of the outside world. In this article, we’ll delve into what makes a dream house, exploring the various elements that contribute to its creation.   Location, Location, Location!   The first step in buying your dream house is finding the perfect location. The setting sets the s ..read more

The reasons why homeowners ask this question are too numerous to mention, which is why so many people start quizzing themselves over the whole move or improve conundrum. From simply needing more space (or downsizing) to wanting a more modern home (or getting an inherited home off your hands) and everything in between, the ‘renovate or sell as-is’ dilemma is something many people face every year.   So, what’s the deal? Is there a straightforward, one-size-fits-all formula that will solve the dilemma once and for all? Unfortunately no, but there are a few things you can ask yourself to g ..read more

In a big hurry to sell your home? No matter what your motivation to sell, you should know that even in today’s hot seller’s market where homes attract offers in as little as a couple of weeks, it still takes around 2-plus months, an average of 66 days, to sell a house from list to close (Source: Homelight, 2022). And that doesn’t account for the weeks needed to clean, paint, and tidy up the property for its market debut. If you don’t have the patience for this timeline, you’ll need to get creative with your plans. Luckily, you do have options.   With this guide, you’ll get a complete o ..read more

So, it’s a seller’s market and you know there are many buyers out there lining up to find their new home. In the back of your mind, you might ask yourself, “why do I need to pay a real estate agent all those commissions” leading to, “why don’t I just sell it myself and save all the money I’d normally pay to a listing agent?” If those thoughts sound familiar and you are thinking of selling your home by owner, you may want to hit the pause button and consider the realities of selling by owner and most importantly whether you will actually save money and come out financially ahead after t ..read more

  If you are thinking about or in the planning stages of selling your home, you likely already know it’s going to cost some money as well as time, even in a seller’s market. From basic touch ups and repairs to other eyesores that may need to be updated, work must be done to not turn off or turn away potential buyers as many people have difficulty envisioning the potential versus the current state. This could range from outdated fixtures, cabinet and countertop finishes, dated flooring, stained carpets, unappealing wall colors, and wallpaper or appliances which date the home. While it is ..read more

  Have you been considering selling your home but get that feeling of being overwhelmed thinking of all that has to happen to get it done? Maybe you decided you would just enjoy the summer and fall season to spend time with family or spend some time traveling rather than prepping your home to go on the market. Perhaps you are dreaming of celebrating the holidays in a new home or atmosphere but feeling discouraged at the prospect of selling your home before the holiday season arrives.   No matter what your situation or motivation, while it’s true that the November and December holida ..read more

  Downsizing your home can be an exciting time; however, the process can be stressful and even emotional. Maybe your children have recently moved out to live on their own so you are now empty nesters, or perhaps you are merely looking to simplify your life by reducing or eliminating the time and effort needed to maintain and upkeep a larger home, both inside and outside. Or sometimes it just makes sense financially to move into a smaller living space to reduce monthly living expenses and perhaps put cash in your savings account when you sell your larger home.   With all the wonderfu ..read more

As we say goodbye to the sunshine of summer and hello to a cooler season, many of us are craving seasonal change in our homes. Whether it’s the cool, crisp weather, the gorgeous colors of the leaves changing, or the excitement of the holidays and gathering with friends and family, it’s a season of change and the perfect time for a fall refresh.   The Entryway: Bring A Warm Welcome -With the holidays just around the corner, you know you’ll be having guests come and go. Swap out the décor in your entryway for something with a warm feeling. Add some warm fall colors with new florals, candle ..read more

Moving even only miles away can be quite an emotionally and physically draining experience, but moving to an entirely new city or region can be completely overwhelming.The feeling of being overwhelmed along with stress is even more exacerbated when you and perhaps your family are relocating to a new city or area you’re not yet familiar with.   With more and more employers offering the ability to work virtually in the past year, we are working with more and more customers who are opting to relocate to another area of the country to not only meet short-term needs but long-term goals. One of ..read more

When it comes to financing MN real estate, most people follow a traditional path. They save up a large down payment, have steady employment and good credit, and hope a lender will finance the deal. But what happens when you don’t want to — or worse yet can’t — follow the traditional path? If you think that having no down payment, poor credit, a past foreclosure, or a shaky employment history means giving up your dream of building wealth through real estate, we have good news for you! There is a creative way of financing real estate that may be just what you need to buy your first property: se ..read more