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October 27, 2017

Great Idea for Fall Listings: “Virtual Twilight”

I’m a big fan of backlit homes, photographed at dusk:  few things in real estate marketing are as dramatic. But, the timing can be tricky. In Minnesota in the Summer, it can require meeting the photographer at the house after 9 p.m. — not exactly a convenient time for professionals (or homeowners). Furthermore, the time...
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Asbestos Tiles in the Basement: How Big a Deal? (and Discount)

Not Exactly a Non-Issue, But . . . [Editor’s Note: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] “To your knowledge, have any of the following previously existed or do they currently...
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Parsing the Buyer Lament, “I (Just) Can’t Find What I’m Looking For!”

The Unmotivated Unrealistic Buyer, Circa 2017, or, “Waiting for Godot, Home Buyer Version” In a housing market characterized by an ongoing, acute shortage of inventory, it’s an all too familiar lament:  frustrated Buyers (and Buyers’ agents) who bemoan that they “just can’t find what they’re looking for.” I’m certainly sympathetic — to a point. However,...
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