Recognized by their peers for their high level of success and professional service, Barry and Chad lead their team of professionals in setting the standard for the real estate industry in the Minneapolis Metropolitan area.
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While some may assume that the holiday season is not prime for buyers, there are definite advantages for both buying and selling during this time of the year.
Due to the misconception that the real estate market virtually shuts down for the holidays, serious home sellers and home buyers have the advantage of less competition (which also results in faster financial processing), a more efficient closing process as both sides are seeking to conclude the transaction prior to the conclusion of the tax year, and often less hassle with negotiations as again both sides are poised and ready to sign on the dotted line.
Before pulling your property off the market or postponing your search for your new home, contact us to determine which would be the best…
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Home defines the place in which we seek refuge and where we gather with friends and loved ones. As circumstances change, lifestyle needs transform and where we call home changes. That said, the strenuous past few years have not been without struggles for all.
Today we see with the recovering economy our communities seeking to restore balance. Homeowners and home buyers are moving forward with refined focus.
It has been our aim to assist our clients and their families in this venture, setting the standard for the real estate industry. We've been matching homes with lifestyles for over thirty years and as a team we've never been stronger. We truly enjoy what we do and it is satisfying and fulfilling for us to help our clients in their journey…
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Are you starting to get that feeling that it’s time to “fall back” and you can’t remember when? Afraid you’ll show up to work one Monday and realize you’re an hour early? Dying to know when you get that extra hour of sleep? Daylight Savings 2014 ends on November 2nd at 2 am, and we all are reminded to fall back not spring forward.
The end of Daylight Savings signifies that fall has arrived and winter will soon be here. When the fall season hits, it is time to start preparing your home for the winter season. Fall maintenance will help maintain your home for the coming months, making it a more comfortable and safe environment for you and your family. Among these are:
Check Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Check to see that all…
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As the leaves glow in warm golden hues of autumn, homeowners in anticipation of blustery days ahead begin the process of winterizing their homes.
When heading off to warmer climates for the winter season, there is a great deal to consider in preparation... even more so when you are leaving behind a property that is active on the market.
When you have a house that is on the market that is not being lived in, this is not the time to save on heating/cooling bills. It is imperative for showings that the property be warm on cold days, cool on hot days, and always present a well-maintained curb appeal.
Our advice is to engage someone on the homefront to act on your behalf to ensure that the house and property are always in good repair (following…
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You've given it thorough consideration and are committed to the home selling process. What's your next step?
Getting 'Show Ready'!
Decorating styles are very different when living in a home with your family, than how one presents their property when putting it on the market. No longer are you inviting this special guest to your home--now you are welcoming them home to what hopefully will soon be theirs. This is a challenge for many as it's easy to take insult that others do not appreciate 'good taste and stylish flair'. For such individuals this tough love reminder is key: You. Are. Moving. Out.
Neutralizing and de-personalization doesn't have to mean that you've wiped yourself completely out of the picture. This would be ridiculous and…
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Are you a home owner or a home seller? Making the decision to pack up and move on to the next chapter in one's life is monumental. Whether prompted by death in the family, divorce, job relocation or simply down-sizing as empty-nesters -- having a positive outlook and looking forward not backwards is key to letting go.
Having resided in a home for possibly decades, the task for many of diving in and and purging opens up deep seated emotions and can be an overwhelming event. We've come to recognize that the home selling process, while wrenching for some, can actually be cathartic and healing. Letting go requires adjusting viewpoints. The house and property that has been a home filled with memories must now be treated and perceived as a product for…
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"Ignore it and hope that it goes away."
Don't be an ostrich with its head buried in the sand! Deferred maintenance is the single most damaging factor for homeowners when wanting to sell their home. Most cities have Truth-in-Housing types of required inspections to ensure that when a buyer takes over the responsibility of a property, that it meets basic requirements of safety.
As a seller, you'll expect and want to reap the highest price for your property. Waiting until you are ready to go live on the market could cost you. How? It won't compare favorably with others in better condition, your selling price may have to be lower as a result of its poor condition, and/or you will lose valuable market time trying hastily to make repairs while buyers…
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Knowledge is Power. The best line of defense is well planned, with all parties involved well prepared.
It's been noted that one of the single most stressful events besides weddings and funerals, is the home selling/buying process. There is a great deal of energy and emotion that accompanies the dollars and time spent in preparing a home for the market, and when buying a new home. However, the preparations must not stop there.
Once your property is on the market, being informed in advance of the processes that take place upon the presentation of an offer and its acceptance, is key to being able to successfully navigate bumps and or set backs. The same can be said of the buyers process. Sometimes hidden issues are just as much a surprise to the…
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