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March 4, 2021

Painters, Electricians & Realtors: What Makes Real Estate Sales Such a Deceptively Challenging Field

Behind-the-Scenes Tasks The reason dolphins have a reputation for saving drowning swimmers is that you never hear from all the ones they push out to sea.” –Anonymous. Electricians’ work product is literally hidden behind the wall. So, how do you know if an electrician is any good? (barring a house fire or molten-hot service panel...
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The 2nd Most Important Date in a Home Sale

[Note to Readers: 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.] The most important date in a residential real estate deal? Easy: closing. So, what’s the second most important date? At...
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Asterisk Clauses Make a Comeback

“After You” . . . “No, After You” . . . “No, After You” [Note to Readers: 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.] Combine record-tight inventory in many Twin...
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So, Exactly WHERE is That Condo Located??

“A Picture Arrow is Worth 1,000 Words” Kudos to the listing agent whose red arrow helpfully shows the location — in the building — of the “for sale” condo just across the Mississippi River from Downtown Minneapolis. While only on the fourth floor, the arrow shows that the unit has unobstructed views of the River...
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