Behind “Arling-Andria” Ok, so Minneapolis actually ranked #5 on Niche’s list. But, that’s only because Arlington and Alexandria, two adjacent suburbs of Washington, D.C., landed in spots #1 and #4 (I would’ve combined them — “Arling-Andria,” anyone?). That still puts Minneapolis ahead of such trendy cities as Seattle (#6), Austin (#11), and Denver (#13). Here’s what...Read More
Rising Rates Deter Home Buying & Selling, Right? Not Necessarily (and, who says they’re rising??) “Now that interest rates have begun to turn up from their historic lows, the housing market may face a problem called “the lock-in” effect, where homeowners are reluctant to move, since moving might entail taking out a new mortgage at...Read More
Big Rambler . . . Big Lot . . . Big Upside Where: 2508 Joppa Ave. South just west of Cedar Lake. What: Sprawling 4 BR/3 Bath Rambler with over 3,500 finished square feet on a gorgeous, 80′ x 147′ lot. How much: $589,900. When: on the market . . . this afternoon! Who: listed...Read More
Top Twin Cities Realtors Identified Mpls. St. Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business just notified local agents who’ve been nominated for their 2017 “Super Real Estate Agent” award. I’m delighted to report that I’m on the list — for the 10th year in row! According to the magazines, “more than 12,000 recent homebuyers, along with Mpls....Read More
Good in May > Perfect in June “Good is the enemy of the Great.” –aphorism, Voltaire “Great is the enemy of the Good.” –real estate corollary, Ross Kaplan At least a few Twin Cities Sellers this Spring are making a strategic mistake prepping their homes for market. Namely, they’re taking too long. So, instead of listing now,...Read More
Big Rambler . . . Big Lot . . . Big Upside Where: 2508 Joppa Ave. South just west of Cedar Lake. What: 4 BR/3 Bath Rambler with over 3,500 finished square feet on a gorgeous, 80′ x 147′ lot. How much: $589,900. Who: listed by Ross Kaplan, Edina Realty – City Lakes. Create your...Read More
