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Pre Paid Legal Plans In Minnesota-A Product To Consider - 02/26/08 11:37 PM

Prepaid legal plans are available in Minnesota.
PRE PAID LEGAL PLANS-GREAT PRODUCT
I highly recommend this product. I use it and so have some of my clients. The provider law firm of are super responsive and the price is right. This affordable plan allows you to have an attorney on "retainer". What I … (0 comments)

Condo For Rent Or Sale-By University Of Minnesota-Metro Lofts-Prospect Park - 02/25/08 12:16 AM

I thought I'd post my condo for rent here to see if anybody might be interested. This condo is ideally situated on University Ave-just off of the intersection of 280 and University. It is a 2 year old project. It is for sale for $215K or rent for $1195. Rental conditions: One … (0 comments)

Stinky House In Minnesota-What Can You Do? - 02/24/08 05:28 PM

Smelly house solutions-from a Minnesota Realtor who has had to address the problem.
I write this blog post as a serious post. Over the years, I've have had a handful of listings that smelled bad. What can you do without offending the sellers? Initially, you may be limited in your complete candor. Some sellers … (0 comments)

Ceiling lights-Recessed lighting, Flush Mount or Track? The MN Realtor Opinion - 02/22/08 10:28 PM

This is one of my personal pet peeves. When I go into a home to list or sell, I often recommend people change out their lighting. Changing light fixtures is very inexpensive in comparison to the payback you'll receive. In today's market, you need every angle you can get. Even small … (1 comments)

Twin Cities Real Estate Activity Report-Out Today For 2007 - 02/21/08 09:05 PM

IT'S OUT!!!!2007 RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITY REPORT-TWIN CITIESIf you are a buyer or seller of residential real estate in the Twin Cities area-this is Minneapolis St Paul and surrounding suburbs, you must go download this report. The report gives you sales price trends inclusive and all around the communities of Minneapolis and St Paul. … (0 comments)

Short Sales In Minnesota, The Twin Cities and Greater MN - 02/21/08 09:15 AM

This information was provided to Realtors from our board of Realtors, which in turn got the information from Wells Fargo. This information can change, may not apply to your lender or be inaccurate. Contact your own lender for specific information on how they would deal with you on a short sale. … (1 comments)

Minnesota Real Estate and Twin Cities Real Estate-FREE resource - 02/20/08 03:15 PM

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Reality Based Real Estate Investing-Ideal For The MN Investment Property Investor - 02/19/08 10:56 PM

I have been selling homes since 1986 and financing them since 1995. Currently and over the years, I've acquired/managed/bought/sold rental properties. The current market presents a huge opportunity for qualifed investment property purchasers. In order to prosper instead of perishing, you need to be informed and educated. This information is written from a … (1 comments)

Relocation to Minnesota-Relocation Resources And Considerations - 02/15/08 01:22 PM

Relocation to the Twin cities - Minneapolis & St Paul and Greater MN
Are you being transferred to Minnesota? Looking to move to MN? There are times when a person or a family finds themselves in a position of wanting or needing to relocate-maybe for a job, to be closer to family … (0 comments)

Real Estate In The Twin Cities Minnesota-First Time Buyers And First Time Investors - 02/14/08 11:30 PM

Why you should consider buying investment properties or your first house in MN Today
Vulture investing in foreclosures or short sales can turn out to be tremendously profitable IF you have a long enough holding period of time. Based on what I see in the market today, you should plan on at … (0 comments)

Should you select a 15, 20 or 30 year fixed rate mortgage? MN Mortgage Broker's Opinion - 02/08/08 06:22 PM

Are you thinking about refinancing-consolidation of debt-buying a new home? If you are in Minnesota, and looking for a resource to help you make the right decision, visit our MN mortgage broker website.
With Your New Mortgage Loan-Consider Repaying Your Mortgage Over The Longest Period Of Time Possible
For years, banks and financial … (0 comments)

Investment Property In The Minneapolis St Paul Twin Cities Area - 02/07/08 08:46 PM

Where do you start when considering Real Estate Investing?
One of the best ways to get started with building your own personal wealth-building system is by investing in real estate. Becoming a real estate investor is a daunting task, but one that will, if operated efficiently, pay dividends forever. Think of … (1 comments)

Moving To The Twin Cities, MN Minnesota - 02/05/08 12:04 PM

MOVING TO MINNESOTA
RELOCATION TO MINNESOTA
MOVING IN THE TWIN CITIES
Sometime when you are buying a house, especially your first house, you forget to sign up for all of the appropriate utilities. I have a quick guide below with phone numbers that might be helpful. Don't forget to stop my my Minnesota real … (0 comments)

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