Sleek, white kitchens are one of the most popular trends in interior design. Bright and cheery white tiles, sinks, cabinets and even appliances are replacing the dark and heavy wood and granite of the past couple decades. White or off-white makes kitchen spaces seem large and airy, creating a sense…

Motivated Seller – Make Me an Offer!
Even in a strong Twin Cities seller’s market, a homebuyer might hear the words, “Make me an offer.” For a nicely appointed home in the Twin Cites that is well priced, this can be a surprise. Being invited to write an offer can often give the buyer pause. Most buyers…

HOW TO CREATE A PRO RENOVATION BUDGET
No matter what we’re buying or want to buy, most people like sticking to a budget pertaining to remodeling their home. But when you’re doing a home project, knowing the exact amount of money you have to spend and stay within that budget is paramount. Most contractors design projects for…

Be Prepared for Closing Costs
Saving for a down payment in preparation for buying a new home is pretty common knowledge. Most mortgages that allowed zero down payments have disappeared except VA & USDA Mortgage Loans. While FHA and VA loans still offer little to no money down, most potential homebuyers will need to save…

Heated Flooring – Is It Worth the Cost?
It seems like everybody is remodeling these days. With everyone spending more time at home, not only are the dated features of our properties more obvious, but we also have the time and flexibility to meet contractors and supervise changes. New flooring is always a popular upgrade and heated floors…

10 Places to See Christmas Lights Displays in the Twin Cities Area
The Twin Cities Area in Minnesota has become somewhat of a household name to view some of the best Christmas light displays in the United States. There are both drive-through and walk-through illuminations to make your Christmas truly unforgettable. Since the pandemic started, it has put a major dampener on…