sell a home in vadnais heights: August Home Maintenance Tips - 08/21/15 02:23 AM

With summer about over, it is time to get our home in order for the next season, Fall. If you have been entertaining this summer, I’m sure your home needs some touch up. Here are a few ideas to get your home in order.
Get Your Carpets Clean – While the weather is still warm, it is a good idea to hire a professional carpet cleaning company. They will be able to clean your carpets and get out whatever was spilled in them over the summer. Since the weather is still warm, you can open the windows and get them dried … (0 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: I Just Bought a Home - What is Deductible on My Taxes? - 08/14/15 04:29 AM

You are in the process of buying a new home for your family. There are MANY costs that are added when you are the buyer or seller. Since you are the Buyer, did you know that you can deduct some of the expenses that you pay when you finally close? Yes, there are tax advantages for home ownership, and I am going to share them with you.
Points – If you pay any points for getting your new mortgage, you can deduct the dollar amount on your taxes. What are points? When you obtain a new mortgage, there is usually a … (2 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: 5 Tips for Making Your Home More Energy Efficient - 08/10/15 12:38 AM

Conserving energy is something that we all work on….when we can. One thing we can do consistently is save energy in our home. Is your home up to date with energy efficiency? If you say no, don’t worry, here are a few tips that you can do that are minimal in price, but will help with keeping your energy bills down.
1.    Foam weather stripping for windows and doors. This will keep the cold air from seeping through the cracks. Even if you have a new construction home, you can have gaps around the doors and windows. Think of it as $$$$$ … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: August Events - 07/30/15 10:58 PM

August is the last month of summer and there are a number of events taking place in our great city. Grab the family and enjoy some fun before the kids head back to school. 
            Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities 5K – August 1 at Fort Snelling State Park. Participate in the 3rd Annual BBBS 5K Run/Walk! Enjoy the views and natural beauty that Fort Snelling State Park offers, all while getting in a bit of exercise! 
            Gilded Spatula Food Truck Battle – August 8 at Canterbury Park. This face-off between local food trucks will provide guests with … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: July Home Maintenance Tips - 07/24/15 01:54 AM

Summertime is great for enjoying time with family and friends as well as completing those tasks around the house that might otherwise get overlooked. Your home is a big investment, and it needs maintenance just like your vehicle. Here are a few July tips that you can do to keep your home in tip top shape.
Home Interior – Clean Your Water Purification Filters. Your water filters need to be changed, on average, every 6 months. You want to ensure that you and your family are getting clean, purified water. Eventually all water filters lose their effectiveness and become compounded with … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: Mortgage Refinancing - 07/17/15 12:09 AM

More rates are still at an all-time low and you are considering refinancing your mortgage. Before you take that step, there are a few things that you should consider to make sure that the refinance is going to benefit you financially.
Will You Save Money By Refinancing – You need to take into consideration all the fees that are included with the refinance, not just the money you are going to save monthly. Often times with a refinance, there will be funding fees, application fees, and possibly an appraisal. Make sure that you are going to break even in the next … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: Renovations on a Budget - 07/10/15 02:54 AM

With summer comes cleaning and home updates. One of the great things about living in the Twin Cities area is that summer is a great time to spruce up your house!
 
Are you itching to change your living areas? Are you thinking it will be too expensive to change anything? Penny Wrenn of LearnVest has some great ideas and suggestions on how to do each room for under $500! In her article she addresses the living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom and has it organized by $100, $300, and $500 renovations and revamps.
 
The living room is the center of your home, … (0 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: 4th of July Celebration Events - 07/03/15 04:16 AM

 
 Are you ready for this weekend? A time when we celebrate the birthday of this great country, do you know what you will be doing? Will you be at one of the many events in the area, or will you be BBQ’ing at home with family and friends. If you still have not decided what you will be doing, here are a few suggestions: 
Coon Rapids 4th Of July Celebration – July 2nd – 4th. The event is being held at a new location: Coon Rapids Ice Center, located at 11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard. Events include a carnival, parade, fireworks, bingo, pull tabs … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: Staging Your Home for Sale - 06/30/15 11:51 PM

Summer is officially here, and you might be preparing to sell your home in and around the Twin Cities area. Just as it is your realtor’s job to get your home sold, it is also your responsibility to prepare your home to be in the best shape possible for sale. For the next few weeks, we are going to share pointers on how you can be best prepared for showing your home to prospective buyers. 
The best thing you can do is to get rid of the clutter in and around your home. Start with the outside of the house. Put away … (3 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: 4 Things About the Spring Buying Season You Need to Know - 06/05/15 02:47 AM

Spring is the time of year when everyone starts looking to buy their next home; otherwise known as House-Hunting season. If you are planning on being in the market to buy or sell a home, you need to know what is going on in the real estate market. According to Freddie Mac, 40% of the home sales for the year happen in April, May, and June. This year the sellers have the advantage in the market, and in some parts of the country, this advantage is A LOT. Here are 4 things that you must know if you are going to … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: June Events - 05/29/15 01:12 AM

June is here, and this month we officially kick off summer. Are you ready to have some fun with the family? Here are a few events going on in June for you to enjoy.
If you are a music lover – there are a variety of parks to enjoy music and the outdoors. Visit this website to find a park near you.
If you are looking for a day of Family Fun in a Christian environment – head to the Joyful Noise Family Fest at the National Sports Center. This event is taking place on June 5 & 6, and the artist lineup … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: May Home Maintenance Tips - 05/22/15 01:42 AM

May is a great time of year to inspect the items that you might overlook the rest of the year. Making sure you keep your home maintained will ensure that your home is doing what it is supposed to do, protect you from the elements. Here are 5 maintenance ideas to do this month.
 
1.      Inspect Your Roof – now that the snow has melted, make sure that your roof is still in good shape. If you have any missing or loose shingles, get them fixed or replaced. Now is the time to get it done rather than once the bad … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: Why You Need a Seller’s Agent - 05/14/15 11:07 PM

 
Are you thinking of selling your home for sale by owner in the Vadnais Heights area? Deciding whether to use an agent as a seller is a difficult decision, but I am going to tell you why you need a listing agent.
There are many people who think that selling their home without an agent will save them money and aggravation. In reality, it is the opposite. Selling your home yourself is a complex and frustrating process, which is why an agent can help. 
Here are 3 reasons why you need a listing agent:
Experience and Market Knowledge: Seller agents are educated and trained … (0 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: Home Buyer Tips - 05/08/15 04:17 AM

With the school year almost finished, many families will start looking to purchase that bigger, newer home. Are you one of them? Did you know that if you set guidelines for yourself, you will be among those homeowners who are happy with their home purchase? This week, I’ll discuss 5 budget tips that can assist you with finding your ‘perfect home’.
1.    Know your Price Limit – It is better to get pre-approved for your home loan before you start home searching. Many times, this is a great negotiating tool with home sellers, if they know you are already approved for a … (1 comments)

sell a home in vadnais heights: 4 Tips for Your Lawn - 04/23/15 11:18 PM
Being outdoors makes everyone happy, and you want to enjoy your time outside. I’m sure you also take pride in making sure that your lawn looks your best, but not without hard work, time, and money. Here are a few tips that might help you keep your lawn green and plush. Spring Maintenance – What this means is that after a harsh winter, your soil needs additional support. Now is the time to clean, fertilize, and mow your yard to ensure that it gets an early start to grow healthy and strong.
·         Address problem areas early – this can add stress … (1 comments)

 
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