By Ingrid Friel, Twin Cities Realtor, MN Summertime isn’t just for beach vacations or poolside afternoons, it’s also the perfect time to get your home sold. If you’ve been thinking about selling, now is the season your house will shine - literally because there’s plenty of summer sunshine to make those front windows sparkle but... 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 →
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Many consumers are confused by the current real estate market and the terminology. Here is a little info about terms to consider when buying. Short sale - The seller first considers the offer and if accepted it goes on to the lender(s). The lender(s) will need to review and accept the offer. Even if a... Continue Reading →
Many consumers are confused by the current real estate market and the terminology. Here is a little info about terms to consider when buying. Short sale - The seller first considers the offer and if accepted it goes on to the lender(s). The lender(s) will need to review and accept the offer. Even if a... Continue Reading →
When I'm out touring homes I can't help but be amazed by the ice dams this year. I visited one Mpls home that had strategically placed buckets and a note saying roof getting repaired. The flat roof at our office even sprung a leak this week. I've been asked by buyers if a home with... Continue Reading →
The articles referenced will help you focus on key areas in your home prior to listing. In the current market, I work with my sellers to put the properties "best foot forward" - this effort will pay off in terms of price and days on market. A key element in marketing your property is to... Continue Reading →
Since history is often referred to as a predictor for the future the video below is a dive into market data for Eden Prairie real estate 2008-present all in ~3 minutes. Key take-aways include: Eden Prairie a great place to live - #1 city in Money Magazine 2010 Median sale prices down from 2008 value... Continue Reading →
Last summer my husband Mike trained for and completed his first marathon - Twin Cities. In doing so there were decisions he needed to make every week - when to run, how to cross-train, how to recover and how to stay motivated. I took on the role of #1 fan pre-race and on race-day, which... Continue Reading →
Ingrid Friel, Realtor 