Live by the (Innovation) Sword, Die by the (Innovation) Sword To every action there is always an equal and opposite reaction. –Isaac Newton First, there was the original kind of destruction, “destructive destruction”: things like wars and earthquakes and other scourges that have always afflicted mankind, without anyone noting silver linings. Then, in the 1940’s,...Read More
“Nosy Neighbor?” Try, Best Ally At least to some Realtors, neighbors are time-wasters and tire kickers. They come through open houses not to buy, but to see how their Kitchen compares with their neighbor’s, to get interior decorating ideas, or to see what their own home is likely worth. All (occasionally) true, but neighbors can...Read More
Acing the “Ooh!” and “Aaah!” Factor Where: 2700 Chowen Ave. South in Minneapolis’ Sunset Gables subdivision (just south of Cedar Lake) What: Moderne-style Art Deco with 5 Bedrooms and 5 Baths, and 3,800 finished square feet How much: listed for $875,000; sold for $823,050 (94% of asking price, and more than $35,000 over the tax...Read More
Mom, Apple Pie — and No Banks Probably the most popular term on MLS at the moment — right after “mint,” “move-in condition,” and “experienced short sale agent” — is “traditional seller.” No, that doesn’t mean the owners believe in “Mom and apple pie,” dress conservatively (no face jewelry or tattoos), or otherwise have an...Read More
