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Buyers3205 Symphony Court Chaska MN 55318
3205 Symphony Court sits on a quiet cul-de-sac in Symphony Hills, a neighborhood of about 66 craftsman and New American style homes in the northwest…
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BuyersBen & Zoie Review of Realtor David Olson
Ben & Zoie on working with Twin Cities Realtor David Olson: “Ben and Zoie were looking for a lake home in the right location at the right price.
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BuyersMatt and Rachelle Review of Realtor David Olson
Matt and Rachelle sold their home on a deadline after a job transfer out of state.
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BuyersHome Buying
Buying a home in Minnesota has a lot of moving parts: lenders, inspectors, appraisers, title companies and more.
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BuyersAll the Bays in Lake Minnetonka
Lake Minnetonka is a massive lake that stretches across numerous communities. While it’s residents refer to it as a singular body of water, Lake…
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BuyersNew Listing: 1435 Queensland Lane N, Plymouth, MN 55447
TwinCitiesPropertyFinder.com is proud to announce one of our newest listings at '1435 Queensland Lane N, Plymouth, MN 55447' which is in the new…
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BuyersYour Neighbor in the Twin Cities, Not Just Your Agent
As a local real estate expert I don't just work in the Twin Cities, I live here!! Throughout the year I love to reconnect and stay in touch with past…
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BuyersCustom Flyers That Make Your Home Stand Out
In today's digital world, print advertising still has value. The reality is that some people respond differently when reading print media verses…
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BuyersTwinCitiesPropertyFinder.com Home Seller & Buyer Reports
How do I avoid unnecessary hassles and headaches When you sell or buy your next home should you be concerned about Radon? Here’s what to know, whether…
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BuyersGetting Your Offer Accepted
In a tight market, multiple offers are common. Sellers get to pick, and buyers can feel like they’re auditioning.
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BuyersBUYING a Home in 10 Steps
Buying a home can involve thousands of details with many changing variables that can be confusing and overwhelming. Here’s what to know, whether you’re…
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BuyersSupport That Continues After Your Closing
We devote ourselves to serving the needs of our clients before, during and after each sale. Here’s what to know, whether you’re selling, buying or just…
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BuyersWhy I Work By Referrals
Maybe you've noticed that many real estate agents take a 'transactional' approach to sales—identifying clients, closing the deal, and then moving on to…
Read more →BuyersCity of Blaine: Schools & District 11
Blaine, Minnesota is served by the school district of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, or school district 11. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can…
Read more →BuyersCorcoran Minnesota
Corcoran, Minnesota is in the northwestern region of the Hennepin County area. With a population of close to 6,000 residents and a land area of almost…
Read more →BuyersCity of Corcoran: Community Life
The city of Corcoran, Minnesota is a small town of only 6,000 residents. Located in the northwestern section of Hennepin county, Corcoran provides a…
Read more →BuyersCity of Corcoran: Schools & Districts
Corcoran is unique in that it is a part of three different school districts. The districts are Osseo Public School District, Wayzata Public School…
Read more →BuyersChamplin Minnesota
Champlin, Minnesota is a city that is a member of Hennepin County, and located northwest of Minneapolis. Here’s what to know, whether you’re buying,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Champlin: Community Life
The city of Champlin, Minnesota is a city of close to 24,000 residents. As one of the northern cities in Hennepin County, Champlin enjoys a suburban…
Read more →BuyersCity of Champlin: Parks & Trails
The city of Champlin, Minnesota owns and operates over 300 acres of parkland spread across 32 different sites. Parks and trails are a big part of what…
Read more →BuyersCity of Champlin: A Brief History
The name Champlin was derived from the name of a U.S. Navy Commodore who was known as Stephen Champlin. Knowing a community’s story helps you…
Read more →BuyersCity of Champlin: Schools & District 11
The city of Champlin, Minnesota is served by the school district of Anoka-Hennepin Schools, or school district 11. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
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BuyersCity of Brooklyn Park: Community Life
The city of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is a large, suburban city located north of Minneapolis. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love about…
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As one of the “USA Tree City” recipients, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is nationally recognized for its parks system. Parks and trails are a big part of…
Read more →BuyersCity of Brooklyn Park: A Brief History
"This is Paradise," Pierre Bottineau exclaimed, he took a look at the beautiful prairie and woods before him. Parks and trails are a big part of what…
Read more →BuyersCity of Brooklyn Park: Schools & District 279
Brooklyn Park is served by Osseo Area Schools, school district 279, a school system that inspires and prepares all students with the confidence,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Brooklyn Center: Parks & Trails
The city of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota is home to 23 different parks as well as a number of trails. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love…
Read more →BuyersCity of Brooklyn Center: A Brief History
The area known today as Brooklyn Center, Minnesota was originally owned by the government, and was not made public for residential use until after the…
Read more →BuyersCity of Brooklyn Center: Schools & District 286
Brooklyn Center Community Schools (district 286) prides itself in providing excellent academics to students in pre-k through 12th grade. Here’s an…
Read more →BuyersCity of St. Anthony Village: Community Life
St. Anthony Village, Minnesota is a medium-sized city located on the north-eastern side of Minneapolis. Here’s a look at everyday life, from shopping…
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BuyersCity of Saint Anthony: A Brief History
St. Anthony, Minnesota started out as a township in 1861, and then became a village in 1945. Knowing a community’s story helps you understand its…
Read more →BuyersSchool District 282 in St. Anthony Village
St. Anthony Village, Minnesota is part of St. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can change, so always confirm assigned schools for a…
Read more →BuyersRogers Minnesota
Rogers, Minnesota is a city that is part of the Hennepin County area. As one of the cities that nears the border of the county, residents enjoy a more…
Read more →BuyersCommunity Life in Rogers Minnesota
The city of Rogers, Minnesota is a medium-sized city located northwest of Minneapolis. With a population of close to 12,000 residents, Rogers has the…
Read more →BuyersParks & Trails in Rogers Minnesota
The city of Rogers, Minnesota has a strong commitment to outdoor preservation and enjoyment. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love about…
Read more →BuyersHistory of Rogers Minnesota
Rogers, Minnesota started as an early settlement in 1884. Like much of the surrounding area, Rogers was mostly forests. Knowing a community’s story…
Read more →BuyersCity of Rogers: Schools & District 728
Rogers, Minnesota schools are a part of the Elk River Area School District, district 728. The curriculum focuses on enhancing each student's…
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BuyersCity of Rockford: Parks & Trails
The city of Rockford, Minnesota is home to one community park, four smaller, neighborhood parks, and a large, regional park. Parks and trails are a big…
Read more →BuyersCity of Rockford: A Brief History
The history of Rockford, Minnesota dates back to 1855. In Illinois, two men, George Ames and Joel Florida, read about the spectacular land in…
Read more →BuyersCity of Rockford: Schools & District 883
The city of Rockford, Minnesota is served by the Rockford Area Schools, district 883, is home to three schools. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
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BuyersDistrict 279 in Osseo
Osseo Area Schools, school district 279, is a school system that inspires and prepares all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to…
Read more →BuyersMedicine Lake Minnesota
Medicine Lake is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, and is located within the city of Plymouth. If you’re thinking about a home near the water,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Medicine Lake: Community Life
Medicine Lake, Minnesota is tiny city located amid many large, western suburbs of Minneapolis. If you’re thinking about a home near the water, here’s…
Read more →BuyersCity of Medicine Lake: Parks & Trails
Medicine Lake, Minnesota is a very small city located just west of Minneapolis. Because it’s land area is only 0.2 square miles, there are not any…
Read more →BuyersCity of Medicine Lake: A Brief History
The name Medicine Lake came from the Native American word "Mdewakan", meaning "Lake of the Spirit." The reason the lake was called "Lake of…
Read more →BuyersCity of Medicine Lake: Schools and District 284
Medicine Lake schools are located in school district 284, which is one one of the larger school districts in the area, serving over 10,000 students…
Read more →BuyersSavage Minnesota
The city of Savage, Minnesota is one of the cities located south of the Minnesota River. With close to 29,000 residents and a land area of 16.45 square…
Read more →BuyersCity of Savage: Community Life
The city of Savage, Minnesota is home to around 29,000 residents. As one of the cities located on the southern border of the Minnesota River, Savage…
Read more →BuyersCity of Savage: Parks & Trails
The city of Savage, Minnesota is a medium-sized, suburban city located south of the Twin Cities metro area. Parks and trails are a big part of what…
Read more →BuyersCity of Savage: A Brief History
Although Savage is not the largest suburb in the state of Minnesota, its historical roots go deeper than many other cities in the area. Knowing a…
Read more →BuyersSchool District 191 in Savage Minnesota
Savage, Minnesota is a member of the Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools District. Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools provide an outstanding education to…
Read more →BuyersMaple Plain Minnesota
Maple Plain, Minnesota is a city that is located on the western part of Hennepin County. This city has managed to continue to grow over the past years,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Maple Plain: Community Life
Maple Plain, Minnesota is a small city with a close-knit community. With a population of just over 1,800 residents, the city embodies a small-town feel…
Read more →BuyersCity of Maple Plain: Parks & Trails
Maple Plain is home to 3 parks within its city limits. Additionally, it is located very close to several larger, regional parks owned and operated by…
Read more →BuyersCity of Maple Plain: A Brief History
At one point, the area of Maple Plain, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. Knowing a…
Read more →BuyersCity of Maple Plain: Schools & District 278
Maple Plain schools, located in school district 278, are a collection of schools that the locals call, “small in size, but big in achievement”. Here’s…
Read more →BuyersLoretto Minnesota
Loretto, Minnesota is a small city that is in the far western region of Hennepin County. The population is just over 650 residents, and the city covers…
Read more →BuyersCity of Loretto: Community Life
The city of Loretto, Minnesota is a small, western city located northwest of Minneapolis. With its population of just over 650 residents, the community…
Read more →BuyersCity of Loretto: Parks & Trails
The city of Loretto, Minnesota is a small city located northwest of Minneapolis. While it only encompasses a land area of 0.29 square miles, Loretto…
Read more →BuyersCity of Loretto: A Brief History
At one point, the area of Loretto, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. Knowing a…
Read more →BuyersCity of Loretto: Schools & District 879
Loretto, Minnesota is a school district that is a member of the Delano Public Schools area, district 879. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries…
Read more →BuyersIndependence Minnesota
The city of Independence, Minnesota is a city in the western part of Hennepin County. The city has a population of close to 3,700 residents. Here’s…
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BuyersCity of Independence: Community Life
Self-described as a “rural gem” in the midst of an extensive metropolis, Independence, Minnesota is a small town located west of the Twin Cities metro.…
Read more →BuyersCity of Independence: A Brief History
At one point, the area of Independence, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. Knowing a…
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BuyersMedina Minnesota
Medina, Minnesota is a suburb that lies in the western metro area. As a member of Hennepin County, this city carries a population of close to 5,500.…
Read more →BuyersCommunity Life in Medina Minnesota
The city of Medina, Minnesota has a population of a little over 5,000 residents, and encompasses a land area of 27 square miles. Here’s a look at…
Read more →BuyersCity of Medina: Parks & Trails
The city of Medina, Minnesota is a small city with a large number of parks, open spaces, and natural preserves for its residents to explore. Parks and…
Read more →BuyersCity of Medina: A Brief History
At one point, the area of Medina, Minnesota was comprised of nothing more than woods, lakes, streams, and the occasional open space. Knowing a…
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BuyersCommunity Life in Hopkins Minnesota
Hopkins, Minnesota is a city of just over 18,000 residents. Its community is defined by the numerous amenities, events, and businesses that are located…
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BuyersCity of Hopkins: A Brief History
In 1852, Hopkins, Minnesota was settled by its first European pioneers. However, the true beginning of Hopkins did not start until 35 years later when…
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BuyersRichfield Minnesota: Community Life
The city of Richfield, Minnesota houses a little over 36,000 residents. As one of the first-ring suburbs outside of Minneapolis, it benefits from…
Read more →BuyersNew Hope Minnesota
New Hope is a city that is in the western region of the Twin Cities are. It is part of the Hennepin County Area. Here’s what to know, whether you’re…
Read more →BuyersCity of New Hope: Community Life
The city of New Hope, Minnesota is a mid-sized suburban city with a close-knit community. The city contains around 21,000 residents and a number of…
Read more →BuyersCity Of New Hope: A Brief History
New Hope, Minnesota was mainly an agricultural community in the early 1900’s. Most of the locals lived off of their grown goods and sold the rest to…
Read more →BuyersCity of New Hope: Schools & District 281
New Hope, Minnesota is a part of the Robbinsdale Area School District, also known as school district 281. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries…
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BuyersRobbinsdale Minnesota
Located in the western suburbs of Minnesota and a part of Hennepin County, Robbinsdale is a thriving city that offers a variety of amenities. Here’s…
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BuyersCity of Golden Valley: Community Life
The city of Golden Valley, MN is a city of a little over 21,000 residents. As an employment center and a member of the Hennepin county, residents of…
Read more →BuyersCity of Golden Valley: Parks & Trails
Golden Valley, Minnesota is a city that places a heavy emphasis on ensuring the preservation of park land. Parks and trails are a big part of what…
Read more →BuyersCity of Golden Valley: A Brief History
Golden Valley, Minnesota is a city that has significant history. Most of the area was originally inhabited by the Chippewa and Sioux tribes. Knowing a…
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BuyersCity of Golden Valley: Schools & District 281
Golden Valley, Minnesota is a part of the Robbinsdale Area School District, also known as school district 281. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
Read more →BuyersCrystal Minnesota
Crystal, Minnesota is a member of the Hennepin County area. With a population of close to 23,000, and a land area of 5.88-square miles, Crystal has…
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The city of Crystal, Minnesota is a mid-sized suburb located about 10 miles northwest of Minneapolis. Here’s a look at everyday life, from shopping and…
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The city of Crystal, Minnesota is home to over 240 acres of parkland. With 28 parks, as well as a number of other outdoor amenities, residents of…
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In 1852, the area of Crystal, Minnesota became a part of Hennepin County. However, Crystal was not an official city, as was it actually called the…
Read more →BuyersCity of Crystal: Schools & District 281
Crystal, Minnesota is a part of the Robbinsdale Area School District, also known as school district 281. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries…
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BuyersParks & Trails of St. Louis Park MN
St. Louis Park, Minnesota is home to over 50 parks, trails, and open spaces. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love about living here.…
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BuyersCity of St. Louis Park: A Brief History
St. Louis Park, Minnesota began when two landowners from Minneapolis decided to hire a group of businessmen to start building homes in the late 1880’s.…
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BuyersEast Bloomington: Community Life
As one of the largest suburbs in the state of Minnesota, Bloomington can be split up into two sections, with Interstate 35W serving as the divider.…
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BuyersBloomington: A Brief History
From the year of 1843 until present day, Bloomington, Minnesota has experienced one of the most rich and dynamic histories of any city in the state.…
Read more →BuyersWatertown Minnesota
Watertown, Minnesota is a suburb that is located in Carver County. This western metro city is forty minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Here’s what to…
Read more →BuyersCity of Watertown: Community Events
With a population of close to 4,300, the city of Watertown, Minnesota has a quiet, small-town community. Here’s what to know, whether you’re buying,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Watertown: Parks & Trails
The city of Watertown, Minnesota prides itself on its wonderful outdoor amenities. A western city in the Twin Cities metro area, Watertown lies on the…
Read more →BuyersCity of Watertown: A Brief History
In 1851, the area of Carver County was opened up to settlers through the Mendota Treaty. The rivers and lake provided the best places for locals to live, as…
Read more →BuyersCity of Watertown: Schools & District 111
The schools in Watertown, Minnesota are located in the Watertown-Mayer Public Schools District, or school district 111. Here’s an overview of the…
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BuyersCologne Minnesota
If you are looking for a location in Minnesota that has a small town feel with a calm and peaceful atmosphere, but also offers easy access to larger…
Read more →BuyersCity of Cologne: Community Life
The city of Cologne, Minnesota is comprised of close to 1,500 residents and encompasses an area of nearly 2 square miles. Here’s a look at everyday…
Read more →BuyersCity of Cologne: Brief History
The most interesting aspect of the history of Cologne, Minnesota is the fact that it started as two villages, Benton and Cologne. Knowing a community’s…
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BuyersCity of Cologne: Trails & Parks
The city of Cologne, Minnesota features 8 parks and open spaces for its residents to enjoy in addition to being near several major local landmarks.…
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BuyersCity of Cologne: Schools and District 110
Cologne schools, located within the Waconia Public School District 110, may not be the biggest in the area, but they are known for being one of the…
Read more →BuyersMayer Minnesota
A small, active city located west of the Twin Cities metro area, the city of Mayer, Minnesota is known for its close community and location on the Crow…
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The city of Mayer, Minnesota is a small town with close to 1,800 residents. Located west of the Twin Cities metro area and the city of Waconia, Mayer,…
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The city of Mayer, Minnesota is located west of the Twin Cities metro area and is situated along the south fork of the Crow River. Parks and trails are…
Read more →BuyersCity of Mayer: Brief History
In 1851, the area of Carver County was opened up to settlers through the Mendota Treaty. The rivers and lake provided the best places for locals to…
Read more →BuyersCity of Mayer: Schools and District 111
The schools in Mayer, Minnesota are located in the Watertown-Mayer Public Schools District, or school district 111. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
Read more →BuyersHamburg Minnesota
With a population of close to 550 residents, Hamburg, Minnesota is one of the smaller cities in Carver County. Here’s what to know, whether you’re…
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Hamburg, Minnesota features a small-town, close community. With only around 500 residents, this tiny city encompasses an area of.23 square miles.…
Read more →BuyersCity of Hamburg: Trails & Parks
The city of Hamburg, Minnesota offers two primary locations for outdoor recreation within it’s city limits. Parks and trails are a big part of what…
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After the Mendota Treaty that allowed settlers to move into the Dakota Indian territory, European settlers flooded into the western area of Minnesota,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Hamburg: Schools and District 108
Hamburg, Minnesota is served by Central Public Schools, which is located within school district 108. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can…
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BuyersLake Minnetonka: The Marinas
Lake Minnetonka is a massive lake that stretches across numerous communities. While it’s residents refer to it as a singular body of water, Lake Minnetonka…
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BuyersLake Minnetonka: Iconic Houses
Lake Minnetonka is one of the most desirable and exciting places to live in the state of Minnesota. If you’re thinking about a home near the water,…
Read more →BuyersLong Lake Minnesota
The city of Long Lake is located in the western region of Hennepin County. The city, which got its name from the nearby lake, is mainly a residential…
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BuyersCity of Long Lake: Community Life
The city of Long Lake, Minnesota is a small town west of the Twin Cities metro area. With a population of a little over 1,800 residents, Long Lake…
Read more →BuyersCity of Long Lake: Trails & Parks
The city of Long Lake, Minnesota is a smaller western city in the Twin Cities metro. It features a number of parks and trails that are available to the…
Read more →BuyersCity of Long Lake: A Brief History
Long Long, Minnesota was first inhabited by settlers in 1855. The group that settled the area were of Nova Scotian descent, and decided to establish…
Read more →BuyersSchool District 278 in Long Lake Minnesota
The city of Long Lake's schools are located in school district 278, are a collection of schools that the locals call, “small in size, but big in…
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BuyersCity of Minnetonka Beach: Community Life
The community in Minnetonka Beach, Minnesota is defined by its connection to Lake Minnetonka. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love about…
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The small city of Minnetonka Beach is located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. As one of the lakeshore cities surrounding Lake Minnetonka, Minnetonka…
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BuyersCity of Minnetonka Beach: A Brief History
Minnetonka Beach, which is known to the locals as “The Beach” provides a rich amount of historic value to the Lake Minnetonka area. Parks and trails…
Read more →BuyersSchool District 277 in Minnetonka Beach Minnesota
Minnetonka Beach Schools, located in school district 277, offer the perks that result from having a smaller community. Here’s an overview of the…
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BuyersCity of Spring Park: Trials, Parks, Beaches
The city of Spring Park, Minnesota features a number of outdoor recreational options that are available to its residents. Parks and trails are a big…
Read more →BuyersCity of Spring Park: Schools & District 277
Spring Park Schools, located in school district 277, offer the perks that result from having a smaller community. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
Read more →BuyersCity of Spring Park: Brief History
Spring Park was mainly a tourist destination is the 1880’s. The reason it was such a popular attraction in the summer was because of the large and very…
Read more →BuyersWoodland Minnesota
Much like its neighboring cities, the city of Woodland, Minnesota is a small town with plenty of access to recreational activities, educational…
Read more →BuyersGreenwood Minnesota
Located in the western metro, part of the Lake Minnetonka area, and a member of Hennepin County, Greenwood is a simple town with plenty of access to…
Read more →BuyersCity of Greenwood: Community Life
The community within Greenwood, Minnesota is largely dependent on the Lake Minnetonka community to which it belongs. Here’s a look at everyday life,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Greenwood: A Brief History
Historical values are an important part of the community in Greenwood, Minnesota. Most of the city's history derived the city of Excelsior when from…
Read more →BuyersCity of Greenwood: Parks, Trials, and Beaches
The city of Greenwood, Minnesota resides on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. When it’s residents are not out on the lake, they are enjoying some of the…
Read more →BuyersCity of Greenwood: Schools & District 276
Located within school district 276, Greenwood offers several different public and private schooling options. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
Read more →BuyersCity of Tonka Bay: Community Life
As one of the lakeshore cities surrounding Lake Minnetonka, the city of Tonka Bay, Minnesota, has exclusive access to the tight-knit Lake Minnetonka…
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BuyersParks and Beaches of Tonka Bay Minnesota
The city of Tonka Bay, Minnesota is one of the many lakeshore cities surrounding Lake Minnetonka. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love…
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BuyersCommunity Life in Shorewood
The city of Shorewood, Minnesota has a community that is highly involved with it’s neighboring cities. Here’s a look at everyday life, from shopping…
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BuyersHistory of Shorewood
Shorewood, Minnesota’s history dates back to when Lake Minnetonka was a secret that was only known by the local Native Americans. Knowing a community’s…
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BuyersTrails and Parks Of Plymouth Minnesota
With 53 parks, 144 miles of trails and 1200 acres of parkland, the city of Plymouth, Minnesota features one of the nation’s premier park systems. Parks…
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BuyersExcelsior Minnesota
Excelsior is a lake shore city on Lake Minnetonka located about 30 minutes west of Minneapolis within Hennepin County. Here’s what to know, whether…
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BuyersCommunity Life in Excelsior
Excelsior, Minnesota is a small, lakeshore city with a close-knit community revolving around Lake Minnetonka. Here’s a look at everyday life, from…
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BuyersParks & Trails in Excelsior Minnesota
Joining with it’s neighboring lakeshore cities, the city of Excelsior, Minnesota has a special connection to the beautiful Lake Minnetonka. Parks and…
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BuyersHistory of Excelsior
Historical values are an important part of the community in Excelsior, Minnesota. Colonists that came out of New York in 1853 were the first to settle…
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BuyersParks, Trails, Beaches of Wayzata
While best known for its location on Lake Minnetonka, the city of Wayzata, MN has an extensive system of beautiful parks and trails. Parks and trails…
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BuyersHistory of Wayzata Minnesota
The city received inspiration for its name from the Native American word Waziyata, which had a very mystical and religious value to the Sioux tribes…
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BuyersMinnetrista Minnesota
Minnetrista, Minnesota is a city that has borders in both Hennepin and Carver Counties and is primarily an agricultural community. Here’s what to know,…
Read more →BuyersCity of Minnetrista: A Brief History
The city of Minnetrista, Minnesota is a land of hills, forests, and winding lakes. The Dakota Native Americans more than likely inhabited the wooded…
Read more →BuyersParks and Trails of Minnetrista
Located on Lake Minnetonka, the city of Minnetrista, MN offers its residents a wealth of outdoor recreation options. Parks and trails are a big part of…
Read more →BuyersSchool Districts 110, 111, 277, and 879 in Minnetrista Minnesota
Minnetrista’s Schools are served by the four different schools districts of 110, 111, 277, and 879. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can…
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BuyersTips On Packing
Packing goes a lot smoother when you start early and get rid of what you don’t need before the first box is taped. Here are my tips for sorting,…
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BuyersTips On Relocation
If you are planning a move across town, across the state, or across the country we may be able to help! Here’s what to know, whether you’re buying,…
Read more →BuyersMound Minnesota
Mound, Minnesota, a western suburb of the Twin Cities, is the home of just 9,000 residents who enjoy the city's historical value, as well as the way of…
Read more →BuyersCommunity Life in Mound Minnesota
The community in Mound, Minnesota is closely tied to the lake on which it resides and the neighboring cities surrounding it. Here’s a look at everyday…
Read more →BuyersParks, Trails, Beaches in Mound
Situated on the beautiful Lake Minnetonka, Mound, Minnesota is a lakeshore town with wonderful parks and natural scenery. Parks and trails are a big…
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BuyersCity of Mound, MN: Schools and District 277
Mound Schools are located in school district 277 and offer the perks that result from having a smaller community. Here’s an overview of the schools.…
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BuyersHistory of Mound Minnesota
The city of Mound was incorporated in 1912, but was actually settled earlier in the 1850's when the Minnesota Governor at the time, who was Alexander…
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BuyersCommunity life in Deephaven Minnesota
Living on the shores of Lake Minnetonka certainly has its perks. For the citizens of Deephaven, life in and around the lake is defined by natural…
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BuyersHistory of Deephaven Minnesota
Named for its harbor on Lake Minnetonka and located in the western region of Hennepin County, Deephaven is a suburb of Minnesota that provides rich…
Read more →BuyersHistory of Orono Minnesota
The city of Orono, Minnesota was founded in 1858, the same year that Minnesota became a state. Knowing a community’s story helps you understand its…
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BuyersCommunity Life in Orono Minnesota
Located on the northern shores of Lake Minnetonka, Orono, Minnesota is a small lakeshore city that prides itself on a close community. Here’s a look at…
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BuyersParks and Trails in Orono Minnesota
The parks and trails located in Orono, Minnesota are some of the most magnificent in the state of Minnesota. Parks and trails are a big part of what…
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BuyersCity of Orono: School & ISD 278
The city of Orono, Minnesota is served by schools that are located within school district 278. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can…
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BuyersHow Was It Measured?
Price per square foot is one of the most common ways people compare homes. It looks simple. But it’s only as good as the measurements behind it, and those…
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BuyersWho’s Paying Your Mortgage?
As a homeowner, you obviously pay for your mortgage but as an investor, your tenant does. Equity build-up is a significant benefit of mortgaged rental…
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The mortgage interest deduction goes back to the start of the federal income tax in 1913, when all interest was deductible.
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Many people want their home paid off by the time they retire. Removing your biggest monthly bill before your paycheck stops can bring real peace of mind.
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Rising interest rates are great if you are renewing a certificate of deposit but not so much when you’re borrowing money. Here’s what to know, whether…
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Start with one simple comparison: your rent versus a mortgage payment on a similar home. If the home you want is bigger, compare with what that home would…
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BuyersRent or Buy?
The question plaguing every tenant who wants a home of their own is whether they should continue to rent or is it the right time to buy? Here’s what to…
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Rental properties have four primary factors that contribute to a return on investment. Based on market conditions and investor strategies, the…
Read more →BuyersHow Long Do I Have to Wait?
The question concerning people who’ve had a foreclosure, short sale or bankruptcy is when they will be able to qualify for a mortgage loan. Here’s what…
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BuyersResidential & Commercial Junk Removal– JunkCommand.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zESw6jNMGKo&w=560&h=315 Here’s what to know, whether you’re selling, buying or just curious. Here’s an honest look,…
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If something sparks, smells hot, leaks gas or keeps tripping a breaker, stop and call a pro.
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Part of the American Dream is to own a home. A home is a place to call your own; a place to raise your family and share with your friends. Here’s what…
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BuyersThe Legacy of a Minnesota Family Farm
In 1946, Albert and Dorothy Teller bought an 80-acre Minnesota farm, where they raised Al, David, Dale and Marilyn, worked the land and built their American…
Read more →BuyersThe Best Way Home
"It's not far, if you know the way." Maybe it is an obvious statement but there are some definite steps that will improve your success in buying a home…
Read more →BuyersOne Size Doesn’t Fit All
No advice fits everyone. But if you have steady income, good credit and some savings, buying a home can be one of the strongest financial moves you make.
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BuyersFamily & Friends’ Mortgages
It all seems perfectly reasonable: one person is not satisfied with what he can earn currently in the market and another wants to find the most…
Read more →BuyersYours or Theirs
It takes money to buy a home: yours or a lender’s. If you’re not paying cash, find out what you can borrow and what it will cost before you start touring.
Read more →Buyers“I Do” Want a Home….Explaining the FHA Gift Registry
Getting married and already have a kitchen full of gear? Some couples skip the traditional registry and ask for help with a down payment instead.
Read more →BuyersIRS Rules Regarding a Sale by Surviving Spouse
I don't care how expected it is, the death of a spouse leaves the surviving spouse reeling and with a thousand questions. Here’s what to know, whether…
Read more →BuyersYou Must Be This Tall to Ride
Remember the sign at the State Fair rides? “You must be this tall to ride.” Standing in line only to be turned away was a letdown.
Read more →BuyersKeep Track of Improvements
People are staying longer in their homes according to the National Association of Realtors and the U.S. Here’s what to know, whether you’re buying,…
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If you have an FHA loan with a rate below today’s, it may be one of your home’s best features.
Read more →BuyersHome Energy Audit
With the exception of a mortgage payment, the largest homeowner expense is utilities; and energy is the major component. Here’s what to know, whether…
Read more →BuyersCompeting with Cash?
It can feel unfair. You’ve searched for months, found the right home and written an offer, and then a cash buyer shows up.
Read more →BuyersSignificant Problems
"The significant problems you face today cannot be solved at the same level of thinking you were at when you created them." Albert Einstein Here’s what…
Read more →BuyersA Silent Killer… Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and toxic. It’s called the silent killer because people often don’t know it’s there.
Read more →BuyersBuy Now or Wait
Uncertainty as to whether prices will continue to fall has to be one of the most common causes of buyer procrastination. Here’s what to know, whether…
Read more →BuyersI Want a Bigger/Nicer Home but…
There are homeowners that would like to have a larger/nicer home but are patiently waiting for the market to improve. Here’s what to know, whether…
Read more →BuyersHow to Choose a Mortgage
The right mortgage isn’t just the one with the lowest rate. It’s the one that fits your budget, your plans and how long you’ll stay.
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BuyersHow to Find the Right Real Estate Agent for You!
The agent you choose shapes how your whole move goes, from pricing and negotiating to the last day before closing. Here’s what I’d look for, plus a…
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Buyers7 Reasons Why NOW is a Great Time to Buy a Home
At a glance: Why NOW is the Prime Time to Buy! Here’s what to know, whether you’re selling, buying or just curious. Here’s an honest look, whether…
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BuyersFollow These Steps to Find Your Perfect Home
Every week, I hear from people who’ve found homes online and want to see them right away. They haven’t talked to a lender yet, and they need to sell their…
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BuyersDon’t Write That Offer Without Realtor Representation!
In today’s struggling real estate market, buyers (especially first time home buyers) would be foolish to write an offer on a home and potentially…
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BuyersShould You Listen to the Media?
This question comes up constantly – “Is the media correct when predicting the real estate market?” I believe the answer is NO. Here’s what to know,…
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BuyersBest Time to Buy..EVER!
This is the Best time to buy a home. Wow, it just does not get better than this to buy a home. Here’s what to know, whether you’re selling, buying or…
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