“Hand-Crafted Signature Beverages” I get, sort of, such things as artisanal bread, cheese, and beer. But I’m sorry, I draw the line at coffee — and pitches like the one below for a local coffee chain in a recent mailer: “Our hand-crafted lattes begin with double shots of our fresh roasted signature espresso blend, we...Read More

Possible Scenarios and Intriguing Permutations Although there are ways to minimize the risk — and each situation is unique — there are times when a home that’s under contract doesn’t appraise. What then? Assuming that the standard Minnesota Financing Contingency Addendum applies, there are two main possibilities: One.  The Buyer’s financing contingency fails, and the...Read More

High Washout Factor “Writing a check separates a commitment from a conversation.” –Warren Buffett One of the things good listing agents do is keep track of anyone the homeowner’s already aware of, who’s expressed interest in buying their home. Even if such prospects ultimately decide not to do anything, the more early interest in the home,...Read More