Real Estate

Important aspects for home buyers to consider if moving long-distance

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Prospective home buyers are widening their home search areas to find new places to live. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) says the median distance that buyers traveled to their new homes was 50 miles in 2022, which was triple the median distance that most people clocked in the 30 years prior. Still, the NAR 2022 Profile of Home Buyers […]

Tips first-time home buyers can use to ensure success

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Real estate has garnered considerable attention since 2020, and for good reason. Though speculators and real estate professionals may point to a number of variables that have affected the market for homes in recent years, the pandemic certainly was among those factors. Real estate prices and mortgage interest rates increased significantly during the pandemic and have remained well above pre-pandemic […]

Why testing for radon in homes should be mandated before selling

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In St. Louis County, a seller cannot sell and a buyer cannot buy a rural property that does not pass a septic inspection in order to provide a report showing the condition of the septic at the time of purchase. Should the septic fail the inspection then both parties can decide who pays for it or cancel the sale. A […]

Smart home improvements to make when trying to sell

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The adage “there’s a lid for every pot” suggests that, even in relation to the real estate market, there’s bound to be a buyer for every home on the market. Price is a significant variable in the minds of potential buyers, but there are additional factors that can affect the impression people get of a given home. Certain home features […]

Important strategies to sell your home for more money

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The process of buying and selling a home includes many movable parts. North America has experienced historic trends in the housing market in recent years. Most notably, record-high prices have dominated the real estate market over the last several years. High prices are good news for sellers, who can probably anticipate receiving offers above listing price. In Minnesota, inventory is […]

What you need to know about mortgage preapproval

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Shopping for and ultimately purchasing a home can feel like a day at an amusement park. Much like a ride on a roller coaster, buying a home can be both exciting and a little scary, and those peaks and valleys have been even more profound in recent years, when the real estate market has been as tough as ever to […]

What first-time buyers can expect of home inspections

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The process of buying a home involves a number of variables that present at various times throughout buyers’ search for a home. For instance, real estate professionals typically advise buyers to receive a mortgage preapproval prior to beginning their search for a new home. Once such preliminary measures have been taken care of, buyers can then search for a home […]

Important steps to secure a low mortgage interest rate

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Mortgage interest rates have been headlining financial news segments for several years running. Much of that news has been met with less than open arms, as rates have risen dramatically in recent years, an increase that is related to the ripple effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mortgage interest rates did not immediately spike. In fact, data from the lender Freddie […]

Important signs to watch for in your plumbing that could indicate issues

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The drip of a faucet, the bang of pipes and the visible signs of a leak under the sink are some notable indicators of plumbing problems. Other, potentially serious issues may not be so evident. How can homeowners tell if they have potential plumbing problems? The following are some sights and sounds that indicate it is time to call in […]

Redo the living room to make your space feel more personal

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An “out with the old, in with the new” mentality can extend to people’s visions for their homes. A home in need of repair or renovation can serve as a catalyst to take inventory of personal style and help make interior spaces reflect one’s unique vibe. A living room can grow stale over time and often serves as a catch-all […]


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