9 tips for developing passive income to help buy a home Dreaming of home ownership or purchasing a different home, but having a hard time saving money from your paycheck every month? People that are more successful with meeting financial goals, like saving for a down payment, invest time into making their money work for … Continued
Do these things before starting to look for your first home Are you ready to buy your first home? Home shopping is fun and exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Ideally, everyone wants an affordable home that they love, but there is more to that idea than many people realize. Unfortunately, many first-time buyers … Continued
The market is challenging, but we can help Great interest rates mean it’s a favorable time to buy a new home. But if you have started the hunt, you may have already run into a few obstacles. Low inventory means houses do not stay on the market long. If you do put in an offer, … Continued
The first step in home buying- Check your credit. Before you start looking for a new home, take a look at your credit, and understand where you stand financially. Credit scores are symbols of your ability to repay debts. Mortgage lenders look at this number first when reviewing your credit worthiness. If you are applying … Continued
A letter to the seller may give you an edge in a competitive market Home buying in today’s market is competitive. A heartfelt, personal letter from buyer to seller is one way to make an offer standout. However, some sincere sentiments can also turn off buyers. Here are 5 areas to avoid if you plan … Continued
How Financing a Rental Property Gives You Leverage in Real Estate Investments Interested in purchasing investment property? This could mean a home you rent out, an apartment building or other income producing real estate. The key to successful investing is using leverage. What does leverage in real estate mean? Leverage in real estate simply means … Continued
Kid-considerations when purchasing a home Buying a home for a growing family is an exciting process, with many things to take into consideration. Your wants and needs are important, but kids have some requirements too, and they will change as they get bigger. This guide will navigate you through buying a home with kids so … Continued
Basic steps to building a MN lake home Lake homes in West Central Minnesota come in all shapes and sizes, from a weekend cabin all the way to a palatial estate. Most fall somewhere in between, with a moderate size home. The planning process can take a bit of time. So if you are considering … Continued
RE trends that will affect 2019 There is so much to love about Minnesota, from lakes and recreation to the “Minnesota Nice” attitude. As real estate activity slows during the holidays, it is a good time to look at what the market is doing. If you are planning on buying or selling, we can help … Continued
What to Look for in the Condo Documents Condos offer a wonderful low maintenance lifestyle and are often a more affordable option. When you purchase a condo, you are also investing in the association that oversees the property. Before making a commitment, there are several documents that should be reviewed, and important questions to ask. … Continued