Yes...you've read correctly...winterizing.

Minnesota--The Theater of Seasons...is not without its drama.  Well known for blistering hot summer days flanked by a seemingly never-ending snow season, our beautiful state affords some of the most picturesque manifestations of the transitional shoulder seasons of Spring and Fall. As we approach late summer and the school year is underway, weekend project opportunities become more elusive and fleeting. Postponed home maintenance projects require our attention now...or risk being put off for another six months. 

Once Labor Day festivities and barbeques are behind us, why not make it your resolve to tick some of these projects off your Honey Do list?

Why The Rush: Being Proactive Now Prevents Regrets…

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We've all heard the saying that 'the Devil's in the details'. This is oh so true when it comes down to creating a positive lasting impression. Don't let deferred maintenance and lack of curb appeal douse your hopes of receiving an offer on your property.

If a potential buyer's first impression is tainted by little things that have been deferred or ignored, as small as they may seem, these little distractions can add up and later weigh in as deal breakers. Whereas some home repairs are best left to professionals, there are projects that homesellers can do that are so simple that they are often overlooked.  

The basic rule of thumb is: Maintain

If you are not able to be present to do so yourself, hire someone to watch over your property. It is…

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More often than not, deferred maintenance means that home repairs must be made in order to secure an offer when selling your home. When to hire a professional and when to attempt to make repairs yourself can be a dilemma.

Some home repairs make great weekend projects that with the investment of a few dollars and some elbow grease, can add up to big bucks when it comes to a sale. Whereas, other projects should be hired out to true professionals.

When considering enlisting an old friend, bartering pizza and beer to the ridiculously good looking neighbor guy, or sucking it up and hiring a true professional, consider that not only do you get what you pay for, but that there may be permits required and|or the project may entail complexities too…

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As the market continues on its healing trend, reports support buying as the better investment over renting.

Note the attached new article as reported by ABC News:

Buying Better Than Renting

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The Wall Street Journal recognizes the Barry Berg Group as Coldwell Banker Burnet's Top Team in Real Estate Transactions!

Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal

In today’s competitive marketplace wherein presentation is key to garnering the right buyer for your property, it is more crucial than ever to have the value of a professional team working on your behalf.

 The First Impression Is The Lasting Impression.

Studies on the subject repeatedly show that first impressions are gathered within the first few minutes while in a home. For this reason, business partners Chad Larsen and Barry Berg have gathered together a team of professionals, and have honed a process that is employed with each of our listings to ensure that your property is…

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The rule of thumb when buying real estate with resale in mind, is to never buy the biggest or best house on the block. Ever wonder what the White House would sell for if it were on the market?

Read this interesting article, "What Would the White House Cost..."

Have a Happy & Safe Holiday!

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Invisible homes? That's right. It's amazing the creative lengths some homeowners take to accomplish privacy. 

If it's privacy with style that you're seeking, we can help! We have been matching homes with lifestyles for over thirty years. Allow us to share with you the prospects available in your favorite neighborhood.

Link to article featuring fun and creative homes that have been camouflaged into their surroundings:

Interesting Camouflaged Homes

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Is your home your castle?

Sir Edward Coke in The Institutes of the Laws of England, stated in 1628:

"For a man's house is his castle, et domus sua cuique est tutissimum refugium [and each man's home is his safest refuge]."

This proverb has been enshrined into law, defined and redefined over centuries. What we are left with begs the question,

 What defines home for you?

Click on the link to view ten American castles--other than ours listed, that is!  10 Must-See American Castles

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Signs of an early spring are not just in the warmer temps and budding trees. The market has been reflecting buyers' activity as a result.

Note the attached article as printed in the StarTrib regarding this subject,

http://m.startribune.com/business/?id=147089715&c=y

--from the Desk of Becky Peterson

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