Welcome to 9320 134th Street. This home boasts 3 levels of living space, loaded to the hilt with almost every upgrade offered by the builder. A full brick front and large arched entryway lend fantastic curb appeal to this spectacular home! The main level boasts cherry floors, and a sparkling white enamel kitchen with 42" uppers, granite countertops and stainless appliances. A 16x12 deck lies off the kitchen/dinette area. Formal living and dining rooms flank the two-story foyer. The main floor den is … (2 comments)
sara huebener: Article Featured in The Pointe Newsletter
- 01/04/10 12:47 AM
The following article was one we recently compiled for The Pointe Neighborhood's Association newsletter. It was published in December 2009. Winter in Minnesota is often associated with a slowdown in the housing market. It's no secret that most prospective sellers wait to enter the real estate market during the spring and summer months. The fall and winter months in real estate can be interesting in their own right, and present some unique opportunities for sellers. For those not moving, winter is a great time to evaluate what happened during the year we recently experienced, and which factors might give us … (0 comments)
sara huebener: West Savage Sees Boom in Closed Sales & Cooling Inventory
- 10/21/09 01:59 AM
By Chad & Sara Huebener The pool of sellers entering the market in West Savage is beginning to cool. New listings are down, and total West Savage inventory remains well below average. Typically we see an average of 25-28 listings in our West Savage marketplace during any given month. Current listing inventory hovers around 16 - just 60% of the norm. Pending sales have also cooled in the past 45 days. Buyer activity in early September was slow with the start of school, but picked up again in mid-late September. West Savage just experienced a boost in closed sales which included … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Postponing A Mortgage Foreclosure
- 10/21/09 01:40 AM
This article is republished with personal permission from Brad J. Boyd, an attorney with Thomsen & Nybeck P.A. In Minnesota, new legal ground was broken in June regarding the applicable timelines and remedies available in the real estate mortgage foreclosure process. On June 15, 2009, a law became effective (although it is not yet widely understood or frequently utilized) that allows a mortgage foreclosure sheriff's sale to be postponed for a period of five months. Typically, a mortgage foreclosure in the state of Minnesota provides a six-month "right of redemption" for the homeowner to buy the property back after the sheriff's … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Heightened Activity in West Savage
- 08/20/09 09:16 AM
By Sara Huebener For our West Savage neighborhoods, August has marked the most notable changes of the entire year in terms of inventory and sales. These drastic changes are likely attributed to increased consumer confidence and a need to get families relocated prior to the start of a new school year. West Savage has seen a 37.5% drop in total inventory in the past month. This is a tremendous decrease in competition for sellers in our local marketplace. The steepest declines in inventory have occurred in The Pointe neighborhood, which usually sees an average of 12 active listings at any given … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Just Sold by Chad & Sara!
- 06/08/09 07:55 AM
Just Sold! Builder's Model! Hardwood floors, hearth room, granite kitchen, corner fireplace, open stairwell walks up to large bonus room. Large lot backs to pond & walking trails. Cherry woodwork, simply gorgeous! … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Just Sold by Chad & Sara!
- 06/08/09 07:52 AM
Just Sold! Cute as a bug rambler with sunporch and huge, private fenced backyard. Hardwood floors, perennial gardens, potting shed. Practical Charm! … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Classic American Two-Story in Pheasant Run!
- 03/29/09 12:20 PM
Classic Amerian two-story in Pheasant Run! 4BR up, family room w/ gas fireplace, huge dinette walks out to 20x16 deck overlooking pond and views for miles! Formal spaces, fresh paint and current decor in warm hues. More info at http://www.cdhrealestategroup.com/
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sara huebener: Cozy Savage Tuckaway!
- 03/29/09 11:51 AM
Charming 3BR 2BA home nestled on almost a 1/2 acre. Brand new quartz countertops with undermount sink, new light fixtures, refinished hardwood floors, dining room with access to screened porch with electricity and privacy blinds, two-tiered deck, living room with vaulted ceilings and skylights, family room with gas fireplace, gallery lighting and beverage bar, and spacious rooms. Super clean with fresh and vibrant paint! More info at http://www.cdhrealestategroup.com/
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sara huebener: Not Going Anywhere? Love Where You Live!
- 02/28/09 05:03 AM
By Sara Huebener Spring market is upon us! Market activity has picked up to prove it. Showings are picking up and inventory is beginning to increase. First-time homebuyers and those who are upsizing have some of the best opportunities we have seen in years. And then there are some who, if selling, simply cannot recoup what they paid for the home and/or owe on the mortgage. So now what? As simple as this sounds, I say - Enjoy your house! I have always been one of those people who are always looking for something new and better, though I rarely take the plunge unless necessary. Housing is no exception. … (0 comments)
sara huebener: The Best of Times - The Worst of Times - "The Skinny"..... February 2009
- 02/24/09 09:01 AM
Hi everyone, This really sums up what we are seeing in our housing market today...If you have a couple minutes, we think it is worth a look. It is published by the MPLS Assn of Realtors and was a nice summation of our current housing market. Click here. Then scroll down to the article called The Best of Times - The Worst of Times - "The Skinny".....
Thanks for checking our blog! Chad & Sara … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Short Sales - They're Everywhere. What Does This Mean, Exactly??
- 02/15/09 11:18 AM
By Sara & Chad Huebener Short sales - we are hearing more and more about them, as well as foreclosures. What exactly is a short sale and how does this differ from foreclosure? A short sale is the sale of real property where the value of the property is less than the outstanding mortgage and other liens against the property. The mortgagor (owner) must typically demonstrate financial hardship in order for the bank to accept a short sale, and often times, must have missed payments. The bank, through its loss mitigation department, agrees to accept less than the outstanding loan balance, and the … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Opportunities DO Exist in Today's Housing Market
- 02/12/09 05:50 AM
By Sara Huebener These days, more than ever before, the status of the real estate market seems to be a hot topic. The years 2000-2004 were incredible times for the Twin Cities housing market for many local homeowners. The market was accelerating rapidly, and at its peak, houses were selling fast and for top dollar. People were making a good return on their investment. Many people used this real estate bull market to upgrade their homes and provide a higher standard of living for their families. As is the nature of all markets, the bull was followed by the bear, causing … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Prospective Sellers: Who Will "Buy" Your Listing?
- 02/05/09 06:26 AM
By Sara Huebener At first glance, the title of this article initially appears to ask whom will purchase your home once it hits the market. And to a seller, that is the most important component - getting a home sold for the highest price possible, especially in this market, where we have seen declines in property values. The title of this article is actually referring to a common and unethical sales tactic among some agents in the industry. The tactic is called "buying the listing" and refers to the situation when an agent intentionally overprices a home in an effort to secure the … (2 comments)
sara huebener: Facts about the $7,500 First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
- 02/03/09 08:11 AM
By Sara Huebener The first-time home buyer tax credit is one of the most useful pieces of information we can share with buyers right now. Even people not looking to buy their first home should know about the credit because the ability and ease in which buyers can make a purchase impacts home sellers in move-up brackets. Here are some facts about the tax credit: 1. The tax credit is available for first time buyers only, and the maximum amount of credit is $7,500. 2. The credit is available for homes purchased on or after April 9, 2008 or before July … (2 comments)
By Sara Huebener The Price Range Supply Analysis is one of my favorite means for gauging our local real estate market. I would like to talk about our local housing market in particular, for December 2008. The Southern Twin Cities Association of REALTORS® Housing Supply Outlook reports that the inventory of homes priced between $250,000 and $500,000 (which is the predominant price point of the West Savage market) is down an average of 21.95% from last year's numbers. Simply stated, fewer people in the $250,000 to $500,000 price point are attempting to sell their homes at this time. However, the … (0 comments)
sara huebener: Demographics in Our Emerging Market Paints a Picture 1/13/09
- 01/29/09 06:50 AM
By Sara Huebener We attended an interesting class recently that discussed patterns the state of Minnesota is experiencing in regards to demographics, and the implications these patterns will have for our local real estate market. It was fascinating to look at all the graphs and charts and how these trends have changed from the 1950's until today. While the class discussed mainly the changing demographics of our state and marketplace and some conclusions could be drawn, it will be interesting to see the extent to which our market will be impacted by these changes. Only time (as in a decade) will tell. To recap the … (0 comments)
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