Real Estate Articles

Looking for a Silver Lining – Mortgage Interest Rates Continue to Drop

Last week was a tough one in the financial markets following the debt rating downgrades. Nevertheless, the resulting decline in mortgage rates could mean significant savings for home buyers. The interest rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 4.32% last … Read more >

Residential Real Estate Market Update for Rochester, Minnesota – August 2011

Inventory Trends for Rochester Minnesota 

Compared to last year’s flurry of buyer activity and sharp drop-off following the end of the tax credit, Rochester, Minnesota home buyers have been more consistent with home sales achieving a more typical pattern. The number of Rochester, Minnesota homes … Read more >

Proposed Reforms of Concern to All Home Owners

At the National Association of REALTORS Mid-Year Conference in Washington, D.C. there was much discussion regarding several reforms proposed by regulators that would negatively impact homeowners and sellers.

The Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID) is of concern to all homeowners. This … Read more >

Rochester, Minnesota Housing Market — Monthly Update July, 2011

Through the first half of 2011, there were 934 signed contracts, up slightly from a year ago. There were 157 residential properties in Rochester, Minnesota that went under contract in June, 2011, a drop of nearly 18% from a … Read more >

News from the National Association of REALTORS Mid-Year Conference

Last week I had the privilege of attending the National Association of REALTORS Mid-Year Conference in Washington, D.C.  There are several reforms proposed by regulators that would negatively impact homeowners and sellers. 

The Mortgage Interest Deduction (MID) is of concern … Read more >

7 Reasons Homesellers Should Pay for a Pre-Inspection

Traditionally, home buyers pay for an inspection once a purchase agreement has been reached, and then any deficiencies are negotiated, where appropriate. There are several reasons why it’s in the seller’s best interest to pay for a professional home inspection … Read more >

Monthly Market Update for Rochester, Minnesota

It may be cold outside, but the Rochester, Minnesota area residential real estate market is warming up.  Although new listings (229) were down 19% from last February, this represented a 52% increase from the previous month and was the largest … Read more >

Moving with Children – Part 4 of 4

This is the last of four in a series of posts about handling the challenges of moving your family – from the initial decision through moving into your new home.  Earlier posts covered Focusing on Family, Involving Your Children Read more >

Moving with Kids Made Easier – part 3

This is the third in a series of posts about handling the challenges of moving your family – from the initial decision through moving into your new home.

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, getting your children … Read more >

Renters Have Much to Gain by Pursuing Home Ownership

Here’s another great article from Serena Powers:

Renters Have Much to Gain by Pursuing Home Ownership

Buying a home vs. renting is a big decision that takes careful consideration, as most mortgage consultants will agree. But the rewards of home … Read more >