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Parade of Homes Spring 2026

February 20, 2026

The ultimate guide to the 2026 Spring Parade of Homes

Excited to visit the Parade of Homes in the spring of 2026? Here are the dates, times, locations and insights you can use as you move forward.

Gen Y home buying tips

If you’re an aspiring Gen Y homebuyer, follow these tips as you begin looking for a home.

What to include in your home’s online listing

After listing your home, be sure to consider the following details when creating the online listing.

Should you sell or rent your home after buying another residence

If you have decided to purchase a second home, you may be wondering if you should rent out your current…

How to lock in a good interest rate when buying a home

If you are looking to buy a home in Minnesota, follow these tips to make sure you lock in a…

The differences between short sales and foreclosures

Understanding the difference between a foreclosure and short sale could prove helpful when trying to buy a home in Minnesota.

Foreclosures and short sales

Minnesota foreclosures down in 2011

Minnesota's foreclosures were down in 2011. See why our local market's foreclosure rates are improving at a quicker pace than…