TWO Types of Drone “No Fly” Zones Unbeknownst to me until this morning, there are actually TWO types of “no fly” zones governing the use of drones. They are: 1) permanent “no fly” zones — typically adjacent to airports, where drones could interfere with low-flying commercial aircraft; and 2) temporary “no fly” zones, which are...Read More
“Ghost” For Sale Signs A “new listing” is self-explanatory. A “pre-list” is a Realtor drumming up interest in a soon-to-debut home (unfortunately, some Twin Cities agents now define “soon” as, “in the next six months”). So, what’s a “post-listing?” Answer (at least, mine): a “For Sale” sign post left in the front yard, after the house sale has closed. The depressing-but-true explanation: ...Read More
Real Estate Jargon 101 What’s the difference between an “accepted” offer and a “fully executed” one? Absolutely nothing. As a former corporate attorney, I actually prefer the latter term, because it’s just a tad more precise, descriptive, etc. However, it can also sound a bit . . . intimidating (especially the “executed” part). Which is why...Read More
Walk to Cedar Lake! Where: 2521 Kipling Avenue South, just west of Minneapolis’ Cedar Lake. What: True 1.5 Story, 3 Bedroom/3 Bath home with over 2,200 finished square feet on a huge lot (75′ x 138′). When: open tomorrow (Sunday, March 25) from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.; offers due by noon, Monday. How much: $439,900. Who: listed by Ross Kaplan,...Read More
“Trick (Photography) or Treat” [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.] Want to know whether a Dining Room is actually as roomy as it appears online? Here’s a quick tip: count...Read More
Walk to Cedar Lake! Where: 2521 Kipling Avenue South, just west of Minneapolis’ Cedar Lake. What: True 1.5 Story, 3 Bedroom/3 Bath home with over 2,200 finished square feet on a huge lot (75′ x 138′). When: open today from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. How much: $439,900. Who: listed by Ross Kaplan, Edina Realty — City Lakes. You’ll...Read More
