By Ingrid Friel, Twin Cities Realtor since 2009 There’s no one reason the market we’re experiencing today came to be. We can’t point to a single factor and say, “Yes, that’s exactly why prices in Twin Cities Metro Area are appreciating so quickly and inventory can’t keep pace with our stronger-than-ever demand.” Today’s market is... Continue Reading →
With rates trending up in 2022 we are seeing the trend of clients paying down with funds and "locking in" the interest rate. Plan some extra money for locking in your rate when house shopping. If a seller is hoping for time to find a home you may need an extended close date. Once under... Continue Reading →
Walkers Buyer Packet Final 2022.pdfDownload My trusted lender Lisa Walker with Cross Country Mortgage has some great resources for buyers in 2022. Tracking our expenses isn't always easy but it is meaningful and important. I remember buying my first home as a young professional and needing to consider what my must haves vs. nice to... Continue Reading →
Wherever you live there are aspects of your home that are newer than others. It could be appliances, HVAC, siding etc. When someone calls me saying they want to get ready to list their home and want me to tell them what to do to get it ready we walk around looking at the home... Continue Reading →
So grateful to my 2021 buyers who achieved home ownership. Thanks for having faith in me, being collaborative & candid. I want to give a special thanks to single buyers. I was a single buyer on 3 homes I purchased in my late 20s & 30s, prior to being a Realtor. There is a lot... Continue Reading →
Late November and my family is planting tulip bulbs, my 9 yr old Maeve is creating her side hustle website and I toured a couple houses and lunched with a friend. So many things to be grateful for as we wrap up 2021. Of course there continue to be anxious moments if anyone has a... Continue Reading →
Would you rather… My 9 year old Genevieve asks me many “would you rather?” Questions/scenarios daily. Would you rather have a thin coat or a thick coat? Would you rather be young or old your whole life? She has so many things she is thinking about and sharing when we are in the car together,... Continue Reading →
Hi, I’m Ingrid Friel. My goals with upcoming blog posts is to answer questions about real estate, share cool findings - people and places, and provide a forum when useful. The past 18 months has been both a challenge and a blessing. We enjoyed more family time, we gave up alcohol, and we completed some... Continue Reading →
Ingrid Friel, Realtor 