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Forbes Ranks Minneapolis/ St. Paul #1 as America's "Most Relaxed City"
Tuesday, November 9th, 2010 at 2:51pm. 8956 Views, 1 Comments.
Feeling stressed all the time? It may be because you are living in the wrong city. Cities with high unemployment, snarling traffic, and long working hours can have a major impact on your physical health and well being. Stressful environments can take its toll on your health causing everything from headaches, back pain, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
So where can you escape from stress and live in a more relaxed environment? A recent Forbes study suggests the Minneapolis/ St. Paul metro area. This metro area of roughly 3.2 Million people boasts lower unemployment at 7% compared to the current national unemployment average of 9.6%. Less than 5% of commuters spend their morning in traffic and 84% of the population reported recent exercise- the…
23 Days Left!
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 at 2:22pm. 3313 Views, 0 Comments.
Home Buyer Tax Credit Expiring
Just a reminder that the home buyer tax credit will expire at the end of this month. Don't miss out on the chance for an $8,000 tax credit just for buying the home you want to purchase anyway!
Have We Hit The Bottom?
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010 at 5:03pm. 3926 Views, 0 Comments.
The Question I Most Often Get
Many people ask me, "Have we hit the bottom of the real estate market? Are prices going to go lower?". The answer is clear as mud. One thing is for sure, hind sight is 20/20 and you will be kicking yourself if you don't buy into this market!
Even within one geographical area, like the Twin Cities, the bottom will hit at various times. Each market is different, from neighborhoods to types of housing and every combination. What is consistent, is the general upward or downward movement in housing prices.
Our market has taken quite a hit. Our prices are the lowest they've been in several years. Has the exact type of home you would like hit rock bottom? It might already be on the upswing, or it might not quite be at the very…
Cafe Latte, St. Paul
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 at 3:23pm. 3385 Views, 1 Comments.
Barbeque Chicken Potato Pizza?
I've always loved Cafe Latte in St. Paul. They have great sandwiches and salads. I have frequented the original portion of the restaurant, and haven't paid much attention to their wine and pizza bar. BIG mistake! I went there with friends a couple of weekends ago, and it was a great, casual spot to spend an evening. My recommendation? The barbeque chicken potato pizza! I know, it doesn't sound nearly as good as it is!
http://cafelatte.com/pizza.html
Lake Como? No...Como Lake
Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 1:52pm. 5558 Views, 0 Comments.
Listing Inquiries That Make Me Giggle
Our website is a very convenient way for buyers to search local areas for homes that fit their needs and immediately submit an inquiry or a showing request. I answer these inquiries and showing requests daily, and love it! The inquiries range from the simplest questions to more in depth about particular properties. It often amazes me what buyers think of when purchasing a house, even after doing this for a number of years. We also receive inquiries from all over the globe, as we often have relocation clients.
One such inquiry came in recently. A gentleman had particular interest in a home on Como Lake in St. Paul. He wanted detailed information on the listing, as well as the most recent asking price. I happily sent…
Buyer Tax Credit Extension
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 2:29pm. 307 Views, 1 Comments.
Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009
Good news...the "first-time buyer credit", as many call it, has been extended and modified! The new law extends the deadline for purchasing a home and includes current homeowners. It also raises the income limitations for those eligible for the credit.
Under the new law, buyers must enter into a binding contract by April 30, 2010 and close by June 30, 2010. Current homeowners that have lived in their home as their principal residence for at least five consecutive years of the last eight years are also eligible for a slightly smaller credit of up to $6,500 (versus the $8,000 for first-time buyers).
Finally, the income limitations have been increase from $75,000 to $125,00 for individuals and…
Twin Cities Marathon 2009!
Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 1:06pm. 304 Views, 0 Comments.
The Best Way to See the Twin Cities
I often drive my out-of-town clients through the various neighborhoods of St. Paul and Minneapolis on their first home-shopping trip to the Twin Cities. I generally start in Minneapolis, and work my way east through St. Paul. I take them on a rambling drive through the center of both towns. It would take many hours to give them a true feel for the area, but I show them the basics and try to fill the rest in with my scintillating (or as scintillating as a former accountant can be) commentary. I think many relocation clients who are interested in living in the city appreciate the abbreviated tour. It gives them a real feel for the look of different neighborhoods as well as culture of both cities.
After finishing my…
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