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Posted on 06/20/2021

Your Guide to Building a Home Remodel Budget

Photo by Skylar Kang from Pexels Your social feed is likely filled with plenty of inspiration for your next home improvement project. It's easy to scroll past images of sparkling kitchens and sleek basements and decide that now is the best time to take on your next renovation project. The next step is figuring out how to pay...

Budget Planning

Budget Remodel

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Posted on 06/13/2021

Why Choose an Assumable Mortgage?

Image by Tumisu from Pixabay It's easy to think that investing in real estate is an incredibly expensive venture. You may think you need thousands if not tens of thousands saved before you can even think about it. But there are ways to jumpstart your portfolio even if you're renting one of the cheapest apartments in your neighborhood....

Investment

Loans

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Posted on 06/06/2021

Keep Your Smart Home Secure With These Easy Tips

Image by Biljana Jovanovic from Pixabay Smart homes might be convenient, but there are always trade-offs to technology. Cybercriminals already have a wide reach and the increased popularity of smart technology can leave your home open to possible threats. However, there are plenty of easy things you can do to bolster your home security while still enjoying the...

Home Technology

Cybersecurity

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Posted on 05/30/2021

How to Appeal to a Variety of Buyers

Image by kirkandmimi from Pixabay When you list your home for sale, you are setting it up to sell to a wide range of buyers. Chances are the person who buys your home is not going to be the same as you, and often they will belong to a completely different generation. For example, if you’re prepping to...

Decor

Home Improvement

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Posted on 05/23/2021

Can You Negotiate for Lower HOA Fees?

Image by Brady Pevehouse from Pixabay When purchasing a home, there are many issues to keep in mind. These often include items such as the interest rate on the mortgage, real estate taxes, and homeowner's insurance. If you've purchased a home governed by a Homeowner's Association and have not lived within a similar community before you may find...

Property Savings

Condo Fees

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Posted on 05/16/2021

Relocation: Homeowner Costs to Consider

Image by Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay There are many parts and pieces that go into relocation. Finding the perfect home is, of course, an important step in the process. But once you have found a residence in your new city or town, it is crucial to consider other home-ownership factors that will affect your monthly and annual expenses....

Budgeting

Buying A Home

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Posted on 05/09/2021

How to Replace Your Toilet in 3 Simple Steps

Photo by Edgardo Lagmay on Unsplash Nothing dates a bathroom like an old toilet. Not only have toilets advanced significantly in the past 10-15 years. Older toilets often develop hard water stains and porcelain scratches that show their age. Fortunately, replacing a toilet is one of the most straightforward home improvement projects you can do. And it's relatively...

Bathroom

Bathroom Update

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Posted on 05/02/2021

Create Your Own Front Door Decor

Photo by Benjamin Elliott on Unsplash Your front door is not only the entrance to your home but it's also the one feature of your home's exterior where your personality can shine through. Decorating your front door with a wreath, hanger or another accent piece allows you to showcase your style and set the stage for what people...

Front Door

Arts And Crafts

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Posted on 04/25/2021

Speed Up a Home Sale with Professional Staging

Image by Mark McCammon from Pexels Staging is a marketing tool, not an exercise in decorating for living comfort. Professional real estate stagers should be a member of your team when you want to sell your home quickly and for top dollar. Even if you have a go-getter real estate agent and your home is in a great...

Home Selling Tips

Home Staging

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Posted on 04/18/2021

Customize Your Room with an Accent Wall

Image by Pixabay from Pexels An accent wall is a great way to add interest to your home’s interior. Accent walls allow you to personalize your space. They can also highlight or complement unique furniture and accessories around your home. Introduce Color: When planning for an accent wall, choose a color palette that works well with the other...

Home Improvement

Accent Wall

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Posted on 04/11/2021

How Do I Know If I'm Eligible for a USDA Loan?

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay If you're looking for loans with excellent interest rates, you may have heard the term USDA bandied about. This special type of loan is attractive on paper, but the reality is a little more complicated than what meets the eye. Learn more about what a USDA loan is meant to do, how to...

Mortgage Qualifications

Buyer Tips

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Posted on 06/14/2021

Another Property Sold - 11551 Kumquat Street NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448

Stunning, ALL UPDATED home! Beautiful kitchen with granite counters, SS appliances, updated bedrooms on the main, LL 3rd bedroom, LL family w/new carpet, new laundry room w/cabinets and storage! Backyard paradise, fence, gazebo, fire pit, fountain and gardens. New irrigation system installed 2020. Maintenance free deck and patio. New mechanicals, roof and updated electrical panel, UV light antibacterial air purifier system and gas grill included. Amazing use of all space, must see, welcome...

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