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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.

Getting a mortgage

November 1, 2018

Escrow: What it means and how it works for homebuyers in MN and WI

By lucas garcia

The path to homeownership is dotted with many complex terms, but we are here to help you become a knowledgeable…

October 25, 2018

Underwriting: What it is and how it works

By lucas garcia

Are you ready to buy a home, but not sure what to make of all the mortgage jargon? For example……

Market insights

October 23, 2018

October 2018 Market Insights

By lucas garcia

Keen observers of the Twin Cities real estate market will note a tonal shift in the language used to describe…

October 18, 2018

Mortgage pre-approval vs. pre-qualification: What’s the difference?

By lucas garcia

Mortgage pre-approval may seem like an intimidating process — but it doesn’t have to be! In fact, it’s a pivotal…

October 17, 2018

Edina Realty Launches New Digital Real Estate Assistant for its Minnesota and Wisconsin Realtors

By lucas garcia

Named for the company’s founder, Emma Rovick, Edina Realty’s new tool automatically creates and delivers branded promotional materials for every…

October 16, 2018

Four common buyer mistakes (and how you can avoid them)

By lucas garcia

Buying a home is a long-term investment, so you’ll want to be sure you’re making the best decision when it…