If you’re a veteran or an active service member looking to buy a home, a VA loan is an excellent financing option. One of the benefits of this loan program is that it doesn’t require a down payment. However, opting for a down payment can help you save money on…
Understanding VA Home Loan Closing Costs
A VA home loan is a government mortgage loan that is available to those who are or have served in the U.S. military. Generally speaking, you may qualify for a VA loan if you are an active-duty service member, an eligible veteran or a surviving spouse. While many fees and…
Looking to Make Your Twin Cities Condo or Home More Appealing to Real Estate Buyers
If you’re thinking of selling your condo or home in Minneapolis or St. Paul, there are a few things you can do to make it look more appealing to real estate buyers. Please see below 30 ways that may increase the value of your condo or home. If you’re looking…
Twin Cities Homebuying: Questions to Ask When Touring a Condo or a Home
When you’re ready to begin searching for a new home, it’s easy to get swept up by the homebuying process. The combination of an exciting prospect of becoming a homeowner for the first time and the lack of education pertaining to the process can often lead to you leaving a…
Twin Cities Real Estate Market
The Twin Cities housing market has been crazy over the past few years. While there have always been periods of ups and downs, buyer’s markets and seller’s markets, yet the frenetic pace and swings has had everyone speculating. Now that interest rates have climbed back to more “normal” levels, those…
Tips for a Sustainable Home in Minnesota
Creating an eco-friendly sustainable environment is on the top of some individuals mind these days. From Disney to Europe, policies that save energy and resources are important ways to reduce waste and help the planet. Your home can be part of this effort as well. With a few small changes,…