Where: 9800 Ford Circle just southwest of 394 and 169. What: 3 Bedroom Rambler (all on one level) with private backyard on a cul-de-sac. How much: $235,000. When: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. this Sunday (11/5). Who: hosted (and listed) by Ross Kaplan, Edina Realty — City Lakes. You’ll love this meticulously cared-for ’50’s rambler on a...Read More
Yes, I know: when people talk about whether it’s a “Seller’s Market” or a “Buyer’s Market,” they’re referring to whether Buyers or Sellers currently have the upper hand (news flash: the Twin Cities housing market has strongly favored Sellers the last several years). But, there’s also a pendulum for hosting weekend open houses. Although I personally like...Read More
When Popping Into a Weekend Open House Trumps Beats a Private Showing For Buyers & Their Agents In general, home buyers and their agents prefer to see “For Sale” homes when: a) it suits their schedule(s); and b) they can count on having it to themselves. Ergo, they prefer private showings — typically, one hour-long — to very...Read More
Open House This Sunday (Aug. 6) From 1-3 p.m. Where: 10616 Upton Ave. South in Bloomington, near Nine Mile Creek. What: 3 BR/2 Bath Rambler with first floor Office/Den and private Master Bath (one-half). How much: $238,000. When: on the market Friday (August 4). First open this Sunday (Aug. 6) from 1-3 p.m. Who: listed by Ross...Read More
New & Improved (& Bigger!) Once upon a time, the only kind of banner ad was . . . a real, live banner (usually made out of weather-resistant nylon). With the advent of the Internet, banner ads took on a new, digital meaning: a horizontal ad spanning the top of your computer screen. Starting this Spring,...Read More
$50 Gift Card for Buyers’ Agents “If your Buyers visit my open house and mention your name, I’ll give you a $50 gift card to your favorite restaurant.” –email from listing agent promoting a Thursday night Summer open house. OK, so I don’t see it happening for more modestly-priced homes — say, those listed under...Read More
