Buying vs Renting: A Comprehensive Guide for Homebuyers

The debate between buying and renting a home has been going on for years, and it can be difficult to determine which option is best for you. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned homeowner, it's important to understand the pros and cons of each option before making a decision.

Here are some factors to consider when deciding whether to buy or rent a home:

Affordability: Renting is often considered a more affordable option bec...

Anoka, Minnesota is believed to be the first city in the United States to put on a Halloween celebration to divert its youngsters from Halloween pranks. When Anokans awoke to find their cows roaming Main Street, windows soaped and outhouses tipped over, they decided something had to be done. But what?

A costume parade and block party seemed like the perfect, trick! Halloween became a wonderful distraction for our town for generations to come, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. The crisp of t...

Here are our 6 top pre-listing tips for making maximum profit on your home sale:

#1 Basic repairs

Sure, it’s not as sexy as some updates – but this one yields some serious return on home-sellers’ investment. If yours is one of Minneapolis’ 83,000+ homes that are more than 80 years old, basic repairs will probably be on your to-do list. For example, you may need to:  

Address plumbing problems  Repair or replace old, damaged flooring  Get rid of pests such as termites  Deep clean or r...