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Latest post November 17, 2025

10 smart ways to protect your home while you’re away

By lucas garcia

To protect your home against burglary and theft, follow these home security tips.

Pollinator gardens: What are they and how can I create one this summer?

By lucas garcia

If you’re completing any DIY yard projects this summer, consider planting a pollinator garden. They look beautiful and can help…

Market insights

May 2023 Market Insights

By lucas garcia

The traditional spring market remains elusive, with sales activity down throughout the 16-county Twin Cities metro area and more broadly…

Budget better: 10 ways to lower your household expenses

By lucas garcia

You may be able to save money and budget better with these tips for changing or eliminating ten household expenses.

What does active contingent mean in real estate?

By lucas garcia

If you’re a homebuyer, you may find yourself falling for homes labeled contingent – but what is a contingency, and…

April 2023 Market Insights

By lucas garcia

The early signs of the spring real estate market started to pop up in March around the 16-county Twin Cities…

Is your home’s tax-assessed value accurate?

By lucas garcia

Here's why your tax-assessed value, or Estimated Market Value, may not be the best way to measure your home's current…