mn: Understand the Risk of Loss Clause--Know When a Contract be Cancelled if the Roof Blows Off YOUR Dreamhome! - 06/22/09 09:48 AM
Imagine for a moment the following scenario: After months of searching for the perfect place to call home, you wrote an offer on a picture perfect lakeshore rambler in Ham Lake, Minnesota. After a little negotiation, the offer was accepted and with the inspection over, you are on schedule to … (12 comments)
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mn: Wordless Wednesday (Almost)--Sleeping Spring Surprise - 04/29/09 08:16 AM
Last spring we stumbled upon this hours-old sleeping fawn in our firepit. Read about our Memorable Memorial Day HERE.
If you are buying or relocating to Minnesota and need help from a professional REALTOR®, give me a call or visit my website for a FREE Relocation Packet, Homebuyers Success Packet or sign … (25 comments)
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mn: Forest Lake Minnesota’s Jazz and Blues Music Connection - 12/28/08 12:03 PM
Music is a known eclectic force in throughout the Midwest. Notably, Minnesota is the home to Prince, Jonny Lang and Soul Asylum to name just a few. There always seems to be a new band on the horizon just waiting to be discovered in the undercurrent of talent in the Minneapolis … (15 comments)
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mn: Congrats to “The Parlour” on an Anniversary of an Andover/Ham Lake Dream Come True! - 12/15/08 09:10 AM
A year ago last summer, I was in my favorite Blaine hair salon getting my hair expertly cut and colored by my stylist and friend, Jill Jarvi. As she worked to make me look my best, she told me she was about to embark on her dream of opening her … (9 comments)
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mn: Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions—Homeowner Version: Skol Vikings! Minnesota Viking in Roseville, MN! - 10/12/08 06:43 AM
One of my favorite parts of being a Realtor is in December when I make my way through Anoka, Chisago, Ramsey and Washington Counties making my holiday visits to the homes of my past and present buyers and sellers delivering two foot tall, live Christmas trees. The trees are a beautiful … (20 comments)
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mn: Is It Harder to get a Home Loan? Minnesota Public Radio Would Like YOUR Opinion! - 08/20/08 03:57 PM
With all of the seemingly continuous changes in the mortgage industry recently, Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) is asking the question, "Are home loans harder to get?" As part of their Public Insight Network, MPR wants real answers from real people like you. It is an opportunity to share what you know … (7 comments)
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mn: NEW Website to Check for the Deadliest Roads by Your Home in Ham Lake, Minnesota or ANYWHERE in the US! - 08/08/08 04:41 PM
Last week a driver's education car was broadsided on Highway 8 in Chisago County. The student driver was making a legal left hand turn and was hit by another driver who ran a red light. The instructor was killed. (Link to the Story) In the spring, two drivers perished in a … (12 comments)
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mn: High Quality Service Is Well Worth the Price Paid When it’s Hot-Hot-HOT! - 07/16/08 09:34 AM
Looking for a discount with a Realtor or any other service professional? If you think that going for the lowest price is the best way to save money in a tough economy, I have a story for you. Good service has value...especially when it's hot...hot...HOT!It's Hot and Humid in Minnesota today...Okay … (21 comments)
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mn: Is NOW the time to BUY a Townhome In Minnesota? You Betcha! - 07/09/08 09:13 AM
The media reports can be confusing and contradictory about the changed real estate market. One day a report comes out showing declining values on Twin Cities houses and a day or two later, reporters are indicating it is the time to jump off the fence and buy that first home. Meanwhile, … (14 comments)
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mn: Closer Look at Twin Cities Foreclosure/Short Sale Market—Homeowners Retain More Equity - 06/18/08 12:02 PM
Most media reports have been exclaiming the double digit drop in housing values in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area since the beginning of 2008. The RMLS numbers showed a drastic decline in the values of homes from Anoka to Ramsey to Washington Counties. It seemed that no area in the 13 … (23 comments)
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mn: Coon Rapids, MN Real Estate Market Statistics May 2008 - 06/13/08 04:37 PM
In spite of the real estate slow down Coon Rapids continues to evolve as it has for over 150 years. It has changed from the community's humble beginnings of a dirt road farm community to the 9th largest city and 5th largest suburb in the state of Minnesota. The affects of … (19 comments)
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mn: Understanding Risk of Loss—How Severe Weather Affects Real Estate - 06/02/08 09:48 AM
Spring storms and a busier real estate market are making life very interesting for MN buyers, sellers and Realtors! Just over a week ago, 400-500 homes sustained damage as a severe storm that spawned two tornados and devastated the Twin Cities north metro. Yesterday another storm blew through Minnesota. This time … (18 comments)
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mn: East Bethel to Discuss Hwy 65/Viking at Council Meeting Wednesday June 4 - 06/02/08 07:56 AM
Attention East Bethel, Ham Lake and Wyoming residents interested in the Hwy 65/Cty 22 intersection development!
The Community of East Bethel adopted the comprehensive plan in August 2007 that was submitted to the Met Council. Included in the plan is a city sewer and water proposal centered on the development … (2 comments)
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mn: Gone in 30 Seconds--Tornado Changes Lives in Anoka & Washington County, MN - 05/28/08 10:27 AM
In under a minute, life changed for so many Twin Cities north metro residents this past weekend. Several of the communities I serve as a Realtor, from Coon Rapids though Blaine, Lino Lakes and Centerville, ending in Hugo, were hit out of a beautiful blue sky by a tornado. Minnesotans should have been … (27 comments)
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mn: Memorable Memorial Day—Another Wildlife Encounter in Ham Lake, Minnesota - 05/25/08 08:47 PM
Living on acreage can bring encounters with wildlife from time to time. We have hawks, eagles, blue jays and cardinals flying overhead. There are raccoons, skunks and every color of squirrel that run through our yard. We have seen grouse, pheasants and wild turkeys too.
A few of these encounters have … (33 comments)
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mn: Fireworks are not Always in July—City Water/Sewer Discussion Ends Amid Controversy - 05/01/08 09:23 AM
Fireworks are not limited to celebrations in July. The City of Ham Lake's Mayor was at the center of a hullabaloo due to a misused metaphor that was construed as bigoted. The spark of controversy was amplified by local media last week when Mayor, Paul Meuiner as voiced his frustration as … (13 comments)
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mn: Lino Lakes, MN Real Estate Market Statistics 1st Quarter 2008 - 04/26/08 03:21 PM
Real estate in Lino Lakes, MN in Anoka County is still selling. Active homes in the lower price ranges seem to be up a bit but also continue to sell more quickly than homes in the higher priced categories. Lino Lakes existing homes continue to compete with available new construction in … (2 comments)
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mn: Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions—Homeowner Version: Grrrr....Black Bear in Columbus - 04/25/08 12:24 PM
Daily trips from Ham Lake to Forest Lake are a part of my routine. If I have to travel to the south part of town my options are limited due to the wetlands in the Carlos Avery Nature Preserve which stretches from Anoka to Chisago County.
My favorite short cut … (22 comments)
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mn: Home Buyers With Teens--Expect the Unexpected and Voiced Opinion! - 04/17/08 09:44 AM
It is a great time to buy a home in Minnesota. As a Realtor working in the north Twin Cities metro, I see awesome homes at great prices coming on the market everyday. There is an abundance of homes in the $300,000 plus category from Ham Lake to Forest Lake and … (40 comments)
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mn: Spring Wind Gusts Bring Fire Restrictions Across Minnesota! - 04/16/08 01:59 PM
Yesterday, spring blew into Anoka County quite literally. As I noticed the flags flying and trees bending, I also noted how dry last year's grass is. This is normal every occurrence in Minnesota. Dry grass is a huge fire hazard until spring rains green up lawns. Take time to notice the … (19 comments)
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