“Super-Duper High Gloss” (Or, Maybe They’re Just Wet??) When it comes to hardwood floor finishes, there’s “matte,” “semi-gloss,” and “gloss.”* And then there’s VERY high gloss ” in the case of the floors shown above. Rule of thumb: you’re supposed to see your reflection looking in the mirror. But, when you can see your reflection...Read More
“For Sale” Home Languishing on the Market? It (Usually) Shows Realtors constantly warn their home-selling clients about the risks of overpricing (especially in a soft market). Anyone who doubts that should tour a few homes that have just listed, then view homes that have been languishing on the market, unsold, for months (years?). Study in...Read More
If Not, Why is His Minneapolis House for Sale? [Editor’s Note: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway (“Berkshire”), or any other entity referenced. Edina Realty is a subsidiary of Berkshire.] It’s certainly possible that Timberwolves small forward** Andrew Wiggins could be buying (or renting)...Read More
Handwritten “Home Highlights” Nobody uses Post-it notes more than me. They’re on my desk, near my phone, in my wallet, and on my family’s fridge. I’d probably put them on my wrist if they stuck there. So, where don’t hand-written Post-it’s belong? Near a hand-carved fireplace mantel, custom moldings, or other high-end features in a...Read More
“Super-Duper High Gloss” (Or, Maybe They’re Just Wet?) When it comes to hardwood floor finishes, there’s “matte,” “semi-gloss,” and “gloss.”* And then there’s VERY high gloss ” in the case of the floors shown above. Rule of thumb: you’re supposed to see your reflection looking in the mirror. But, when you can see your reflection...Read More
“They’re Asking How Much??” Quick multiple choice: The asking price for the Minneapolis home pictured above — just re-listed today — is: A. $249kB. $375kC. $599kD. $1.249M Answer: D And no, this exterior shot isn’t going to help fetch that price . . .Read More
