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The Virtues of Living Across From a Cemetery (Really!)

“Okay so, yes, it is across from a cemetery, BUT there’s nary a gravestone in site. It’s more like living across from a VERY QUIET park. In fact, it makes the views quiet uniquely tranquil for a city home. It also means there will never be neighbors across the street, which means there’s less of...
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Springing a Leak ” or a Lake(?!?) ” Before Closing

Winter 2019 One-Two Punch: Record Snow Followed by Thaw, Heavy Rains [Editor’s Note:  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.] In the wake of this week’s soaking rain and relatively...
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Trial Lawyer Stanford Hill (aka, “The Grim Reaper”)

Edina Realty’s Proactive Approach to Avoiding Litigation [Editor’s Note:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.] Just to be clear:  “The Grim Reaper” isn’t my name for Mr. Hill — that’s what he calls himself.  That’s because no Realtor...
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Trial Lawyer Stanford Hill (aka, “The Grim Reaper”)

Edina Realty’s Proactive Approach to Avoiding Litigation [Editor’s Note:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.] Just to be clear:  “The Grim Reaper” isn’t my name for Mr. Hill — that’s what he calls himself.  That’s because no Realtor...
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Springing a Leak — or Lake(?!?) — Before Closing

Home Seller, Buyer Options In the wake (literally) of record-setting rainfall locally last month, it’s a good bet that thousands of formerly dry Twin Cities basements — and previously well-functioning roofs — sprang a leak (or two).  See, “Seattle East.” Statistically, it’s further likely that at least a couple hundred of those homes are under...
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Realtor Report Card: “A-” Marketing, “C+” Communication

28 Showings in 2 Months Whatever their shortcomings may be, the agent who generated 28 showings for their listing client in less than two months isn’t a lousy marketer (note to non-Realtors:  that’s A LOT of showings — at any price point). And yet, the Realtor’s client reportedly wasn’t happy with them. What gives? The...
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