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Some home buying advice never goes out of style. Whether you're about to enter the market for the first time or are looking for your next home, check out these tips. Ready to roll? Let's make an action plan today.

Home buying tips that never go out of style | Edina Realty While housing market factors can change on a day-to-day basis, there are some home buying tips that will continue to help buyers regardless of their age.

Thinking about downsizing? Here are some reasons why that might be a good decision! Reach out and we can talk more about what your current needs are and anything holding you back.

The five best reasons to downsize | Edina Realty Many seniors are looking to find financial freedom and their preferred retirement property. Here are the top five reasons they are downsizing their homes.

2022 could be a great year to add even more value to your home! Is your value all tapped out? Reach out to find a new home today!

10 Ways To Add Value To Your Home In 2022 From major renovations to small changes, here's how to increase property value.

Below-average credit doesn't have to be disqualifying for buying a home! Here's how to make a purchase happen even if you're not an 800 credit score. Looking for an advocate in the process? Let's chat!

Bad Credit? No Problem: 5 Ways You Can Still Buy a Home A low credit score may make it tough to get a mortgage from a bank, but buying a home is still possible. Here’s how to buy a house with bad credit.

Make 2022 the year you say goodbye to clutter! But before you do, here are some common home organization mistakes you should avoid. Need a clean slate to organize from scratch? Let's chat!

The Biggest Home Organizing Mistakes People Make Experts share common tidying missteps and how to get it right.

Take care of these steps if you're planning a move while the weather is cold. If you're ready to enter the home market, reach out!

No matter where or when you're celebrating, Happy Holidays! May the year to come be a great one for you.

Pricing and competition are still strong, but the pace of sales is slowing. Ready to get into the market? Now may be a good time to start! Reach out to find homes that fit your criteria today.

November 2021 Market Insights | Edina Realty The Twin Cities real estate market slowed down considerably in October, with sales volumes returning to traditional levels. But high buyer demand continues to drive pricing upward and sales to close more quickly.

Happy Thanksgiving! May this be a holiday full of gratitude and togetherness, wherever you're celebrating.

Staging your home this holiday season? Make sure you follow our do's and don'ts! Looking for some in-depth advice on how to prepare your home for a holiday season sale? Let's set up some time to talk!

Anyone setting out to redecorate should ask themselves a few important questions first. Ready to start your project but need some help? Reach out for advice!

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Redecorating Your Space Whether you want to move forward with a new design or put a twist on an existing look, these are the questions I ask before tackling a redecorating project.

Does your front door open right into your living room? Here's how to decorate to create a welcoming space right as you walk in. Need more space to decorate? Let's talk!

How to Decorate When Your Front Door Opens Into Living Room - The Inspired Room If you have a small or non-existent entry (or a front door that enters into your living room!), check out these helpful tips from Kylee!

Thank you to all the veterans for serving our country

Winter brings low light outside, but that doesn't mean your houseplants can't thrive! Here are a bunch of options that do just as well without an abundance of light. Need space for all these beauties? Let's talk about the housing market!

36 Low-Light Houseplants Even Beginner Plant Parents Can Keep Alive Your windowsill is crowded enough already.

Some bath salt and a caddy tray can go a long way! Here are some great ideas for turning your private bathroom into your very own spa. Need to upgrade your bathroom first? Reach out to see what's on the market!

14 Little Luxuries to Make Your Bathroom Feel More Like a Spa Treat yourself to some much-needed "me time" in the shower or tub with these relaxing self-care buys for every budget. Plus, they make great gifts, too.

The real estate market continues to be more than friendly for sellers, but buyers are finding some relief! Reach out to learn why now may be a great time for you to enter the market.

October 2021 Market Insights | Edina Realty The Twin Cities real estate market remained full of action in September, but underlying numbers continued to show signs of relief for would-be buyers who have struggled to compete with other offers.

Struggling to settle on a design for your living room? Here's some inspiration! Need a living room of your own before you can decorate? Let's chat!

These 55 Designer Living Rooms Are Absolute Goals Aspirational yet achievable inspiration on tap.

Do you know how to tell a good pumpkin from a dud? If not, read up! Ready for a new front entry to host your pumpkins? Let's talk about the real estate market!

5 Tricks for Picking the Best Pumpkin at the Patch Here's how to get the freshest selection!

Make sure you're preparing your home for cold weather! This checklist is a great guide to preparing for the first snow to fly. Need a home of your own to prepare? Let's chat about what's on the market!

Your Ultimate Fall Cleaning Checklist Fall is the time to tackle neglected household chores and get ready for winter. Follow this fall cleaning list of indoor and outdoor tasks.

August was another busy month in our market! Sellers are still in control, but some elements of the market are starting to shift in a buyer's favor. Interested in hearing what the outlook might be for you? Let's chat!

September 2021 Market Insights | Edina Realty The Twin Cities real estate market posted another busy summer month in August, with median pricing remaining at a record level and sales volume besting last year’s same period. But the market also continues to see a slight bounce-back in inventory, indicating a slight trend toward buyer-seller bal...

The Twin Cities real estate market remained busy in July, but activity was down slightly as underlying fundamentals began to shift in favor of a more balanced buyer-seller equation. Are you thinking now's the time to start your search? Let's chat!

August 2021 Market Insights | Edina Realty The Twin Cities real estate market remained busy in July, but activity was down slightly as underlying fundamentals began to shift in favor of a balanced buyer-seller equation.

A backyard oasis is an amazing addition to any home. Here are some great tips for how to create one inexpensively. Or are you looking for a new home with room to relax outdoors? If so, reach out!

How to Create an Outdoor Oasis for Under $400 Choose a few items that give plants height and create a lounging area.

If you're in the market for a second home, be ready to budget and determine a rental strategy! Considering an off-season retreat but looking for more guidance? Reach out today and let's walk through the process together.

How to finance a second home | Edina Realty Whether you're purchasing a vacation home down south or a lakeshore home in northern Minnesota, you’ll follow the same basic steps when financing a second home.

New listings started to very slowly catch up to demand in June, but the market is still on fire! If you're looking to sell, reach out and we can discuss how this record pricing could affect the value of your home. 🏡

July 2021 Market Insights | Edina Realty The Twin Cities real estate market has never seen higher median prices than it has this year, and the June market just set a new record.

Are you more likely to be taken seriously as a buyer if you're pre-qualified, or pre-approved? Do you know the answer? Check out our explainer here, and reach out for more help!

Pre-qualified vs. pre-approved: What’s the difference? | Edina Realty Pre-qualified and pre-approved mean very different things when it comes to buying a home. Learn how to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a home mortgage loan.

Southern Minnesota offers a chance to drive through history! Check out this trip along the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway, where historic buildings are a part of every day life. And if you want to get closer to this area, reach out to find a home!

Drive Through History on the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway You don’t need a time machine to go back to the good old days. Just hop in the car and head down the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway, where historic homes, churches and commercial buildings remain an integral part of modern life.

Interested in buying a new home? This is a great weekend to get started! Reach out today to set up a plan to tour some of the many houses in all shapes and sizes hosting visits this weekend.

If you're considering selling your first home, you're not alone! Check out our tips for first-time sellers, and reach out if you're interested in finding out what your home might be worth.

10 essential tips for first time home sellers | Edina Realty Selling your home can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. Here are 10 home seller tips to help you maximize profit and minimize stress.