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Fall

Needed: The Seasonal Equivalent to “Brunch”

“Name That Shoulder Season!” If you live in San Diego or Palo Alto — never mind. But, if you live in the Upper Midwest (the Twin Cities qualifies), there’s a very palpable, interim season that occurs each year after Fall departs but before Winter arrives. Like . . . right now. Fall < ??? > Winter Unfortunately,...
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Listing Agent Lament: ‘Where’d All the Buyers Go??’

Fewer Showings — But a Silver Lining, Too So far this Fall, the word amongst active listing agents (representing Sellers) is that showings are way down (that’s been my experience, too). If you want a benign explanation, blame it on the gorgeous Fall the Twin Cities has been enjoying thus far, keeping Buyers’ focus elsewhere...
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Pricing Fall Listings in Minnesota: Less Margin For Error

“Priced to Sell?”  Not Always Notwithstanding many a listing agent’s assurance to the contrary, not every home is “priced to sell.” When that’s the case, a price reduction is eventually in order. The catch with Minnesota homes that list now and turn out to be overpriced? Four to six weeks into the listing — the...
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Unwanted Trend: Hairy, Middle-Aged Fat Guys Wearing Fluorescent Tennis Shoes (and No Shirt!)

“Hey!  You!  Yeah, I’m Talking to You” It may already be too late to stop this trend, but here goes: If you are an out-of-shape, middle-aged (or older) man — perhaps with an excess of (back?) hair — do not, repeat do not even consider going out and buying a pair of exceedingly fluorescent tennis shoes....
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Raking Leaves . . . and Kids

                            The Dog’s in the Other Pile
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Showers, Sleet, and Showings

Unfortunately, that last one doesn’t go with the first two — especially at the beginning of the season (by the end, you’re inured to it, and just go about your routine regardless). With a blustery, cold day in store for the Twin Cities, most home sellers aren’t likely to see much activity today (my guess)....
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