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Homebuyer Tips (5)

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Buying a Home: Inflation and Interest Rates

These days, everyone is thinking about inflation. Inflation happens when prices go up for lots of things at once. People notice it most when it...

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What is a Purchase Agreement?

A purchase agreement is a contract between the buyer and seller of a home. It contains all the rules that apply to the sale. The contract starts with...

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Pathways to Homeownership With Twin Cities Habitat

Everybody knows that no two people are exactly the same. That’s why Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity offers multiple pathways for potential...

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What to Know About Home Appraisals

In today’s hot housing market it can be hard to know how much to offer on a home. There are stories everywhere about buyers paying tens of thousands...

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Comparing Mortgages for a First-Time Homebuyer in Minnesota

Buying your first home is a complex process (here’s a guide that could help you). A big part of it is selecting the right mortgage. It’s a financial...

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How to Win Bidding Wars on Houses: Strategies From Twin Cities Realtors to Get Your Offer Accepted

Whether 2022 will be another frenzied year in real estate or things finally cool off a bit, finding strategies to actually get your offer accepted...

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Tips on Maintaining Your Home During Wintertime in Minnesota

With the extreme snow and cold we've come to expect during Minnesota winters, our team shares their tips on what you can do as a homeowner to prepare...

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How Interest Rates Work and Impact The Cost of a Home [VIDEO]

How much do you really pay when you buy a home? A loan you take out to buy a house is called a mortgage. The mortgage is usually a little less than...

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First-time homebuyer couple speaking with a financial advisor on using their 401(k) to buy a home.

Can a First-Time Homebuyer Use Their 401(k) to Buy a Home?

If you’re in the market for your first home and are lucky enough to have a 401(k) through your work, you might be wondering if you can use that money...

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What to Expect from Your First Financial Coaching Session

When you think you might be ready to buy your first home, who do you talk to first? Before going to a loan officer or a realtor, there's one other...

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