Sitemap

#
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
K
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
U
V
W
Y
#
PRIVACY POLICY
REALTORS
10 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
14 tips to keep you safe during fireplace season
2 critical home price influences
2 important factors that determine the market value of a home
2 Surprising Things That Boost Home Values
2 ways to quickly smarten up your home and save money
2022 Baby nursery trends
2024 Exterior House Trends You Should Know
2025 Investment Spotlight: What Makes a Real Estate Market ‘Worth Watching’?
3 Big To-Do’s Before You List Your Home
3 critical steps to a successful home sale
3 critical tips when selling your home during a market transition
3 critters that invade homes in fall and winter
3 FAQs from home sellers and the answers you need
3 home selling myths BUSTED!
3 home upgrades that are good for the environment
3 plants that will bloom indoors for you in fall and winter
3 Real estate deal killers and how to avoid them
3 reasons to consider a pre-marketing home inspection
3 Things to consider before going FSBO
3 things to know about the appraisal process in Minnesota
3 Things to know about the home appraisal
3 Things you absolutely must do before the open house
3 things you can do this week to get closer to buying a home
3 things you must know about buying a newly-built home
3 things you must know about buying a newly-constructed home
3 things you must know before selling your home
3 tips to help you profit from the sale of your home
3 tips to keep your dog safe this Independence Day
3 Trends Shaping Springtime Real Estate
3 Ways to buy a home with little cash out of pocket
3 ways to make your home attractive to buyers (that have nothing to do with staging and curb appeal)
31 Essential Tips for People Looking to Buy a Home
4 Hard-to-kill houseplants
4 things to do if your home isn’t selling
4 tips to sell a condo in a changing market
4 Ways to save money on insurance when you buy a home
5 Essential Tips for Negotiating Closing Costs on New Construction Homes
5 hot features home sellers frequently forget to mention
5 Signs It’s Time To Sell Your Home Soon
5 Tax Deductions Every Homeowner Should Know Before the Year Ends
5 Things to consider before becoming a landlord: What they don’t tell you
5 things to look for when buying a new built-in dishwasher
5 things you need to know about your credit score
5 ways to save money on a home loan
5-Step Contract For Deed program
5-Step Contract for Deed program
6 Critical Must-Dos when Selling a Vacant Home
7 ways to protect your privacy while your home is on the market
A
A GOOD DEED – Application
A Good Deed’s Guide to Homeowners Insurance for Contract for Deed
A Guide to Homebuying: Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
A Homebuyers Guide to Financing Options and Mortgage Rates
A Look at Current Real Estate Market Conditions for Fall 2024
A new roof is expensive. Take care of the one you have
ADVANCED SEARCH | FIND THE RIGHT HOME.
Alternatives to granite kitchen countertops
Assisted Living & Sober Homes
Avoid these 7 common mistakes when hiring an exterior home painter
B
Balancing the Pros and Cons of a Home for Sale
BASIC SEARCH | FIND A HOME YOU LOVE.
Be a rebel and break those area rug “rules!”
Beginner’s Guide: How to Calculate Budget for Buying a Home
Best Home Cleaning Tips That Help Sell The House Faster
Big ideas for a small bathroom “remodel” on a dime
Budget-friendly home security tips
Buyer’s Market Vs. Seller’s Market: What It Means for Your Real Estate Goals
Buying a home before the wedding
Buying a Home in Winter: Essential Tips for Cold-Weather House Hunting
Buying a House on Contract: What Buyers Need to Know
Buying a house with bad credit: Is it possible?
Buying vs Renting a Home in Minnesota
C
Can I buy a home if I have low credit scores, foreclosure or bankruptcy?
Can I Sell an Inherited House? Key Considerations and Steps
Can you use your 401(k) to buy a house?
Check out the plumbing before you put in an offer on that home
Clogged drains? Check out these DIY fixes!
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home
Company coming? 4 must-do easy home improvements to get done now
Concerned about home security? What to look for when buying a home
Contract For Deed
Contract for Deed Qualifications
Could your dream home be the worst home in the neighborhood?
Creepy Movies to get you in the Halloween Mood
D
Dealing with Mother Nature’s Aftermath
Dear Baby Boomer: Aging in your current place may not be such a great idea
Deciphering the mortgage process
Decoding the Best Time to Sell a House: Insider Tips
Discover How A Good Deed Can Protect Buyers and Sellers in Minnesota Contract for Deed Transactions
DIY solutions to a sticking sliding glass door
DIY Water Heater Routine Maintenance
DIY: Clean out that dryer vent
DIYs for instant impact in your garden
Do I have to include my appliances in the home sale?
Do open houses help sell homes?
Does flooring have an impact on your home’s value?
Don’t believe these 2 common mortgage myths
Don’t call the exterminator until you try these three easy DIY tricks
Don’t go house hunting without a wish list
Don’t let cosmetics keep you from the home of your dreams
Dreaming of a gourmet kitchen?
E
Early Payoff and Prepayment Incentives with A Good Deed
Easy spring home maintenance chores
Easy ways to increase your property value before selling
Eco-Friendly Home Features That Attract Buyers
Eco-Friendly Homes: A Guide to Sustainable Living
Embracing Openness: Exploring the Pros and Cons of Open Floor Plans
Energy efficient windows can help sell your home
Exploring Current Financing Options and Mortgage Rates: Insights for Homebuyers in 2025
F
Feeling anxious about buying a home? There’s a cure for that
Financial aspects to consider before deciding to rent out your house
Finding Your Dream Home: Which Home Type is Perfect for You?
Finding Your Property Line: A Guide for Homeowners
First Time Home Buyer’s Must Haves in New Home
First-time home seller? Take these 3 critical steps first
For Realtors and Sellers: The Must-Keep Documents Post-Home Sale
From Tenant to Homeowner: A Guide for Young Renters
From Urban to Suburban: The Shift in Buyer Preferences Over Time
G
Garden flowers that thrive in summer sun
Get Your Wood-burning Fireplace Ready for Fall
Grow avocado like a boss
H
Have you considered a newly-built home? Maybe you should
Hello, Seniors! The Unexpected Benefits of Downsizing Your Home is Here!
Here’s what you need to know about private mortgage insurance (PMI)
Here’s what’s happening in the current real estate market
Hey homeowner: Are you ready to downsize?
Hey New Buyer! 10 home decorating tips on a budget for you
Hi, New Millennial Home Buyers! Tips, Tricks & Mistakes To Avoid
Holiday Real Estate: Pros and Cons of Buying and Selling During the Winter Season
Home interior trends that entice homebuyers
Home Maintenance Checklist for Every Season
Home Renovations That Boost Value: A Guide for Owners and Investors
Home Staging for the Holidays: Maximize Your Home’s Worth
Home Staging Guide
Home Staging Tips: Sell Faster and Maximize Profit
Homebuyer incentive ideas
Homebuyers: find out if a property is in a flood plain
Homeowners insurance basics every first-time homebuyer should understand
House hunting? What to inspect outside that home you have your eye on
House or Condo: How to decide
How AI is Transforming Real Estate and Home Automation
How can the Slow Flip Contract for Deed program withstand market fluctuations
How Do You Sell Your House for Cash? A Comprehensive Guide
How is ESCROW calculated with A-Good-Deed contract for deed?
How long will it take to sell my home?
How much of a home can I afford to buy in Minnesota?
How much payment assistance can I get with a USDA direct home loan?
How nearby schools impact your home’s value
How pets can impact your home’s value
How Property Lines and Easements Affect Home Purchases
How schools impact property values
How Seasonal Changes Affect Home Prices: What to Expect This Fall and Winter
How to avoid being the homebuyer from heck
How To Build A Tiny Home Cheap: Tips and Tricks For Your Budget-Friendly Dream Home
How to Buy a Home with a Limited Budget in an Expensive Market
How to Buy a House That Is Not for Sale: A Buyer’s Strategy Guide
How to change Insurance Companies when on a contract for deed
How to choose a buyer’s agent
How to choose your perfect neighborhood
How to Create Your Dream Cottage Style Home: Architecture Guide
How to Find a Low-Maintenance Home Perfect for Single Homeowners
How to find and hire a professional home inspector
How to find the right real estate agent for your needs
How to Fix a Stuck Garbage Disposal: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to get rid of fungus gnats in the home
How to handle a pet emergency when you can’t afford it
How to Identify Foundation Problems in Older Homes
How to know when it’s time for a price reduction
How to Maximize Your Home’s Curb Appeal in Winter
How to Navigate the Risks of Buying New Developments
How to pay off a 30-year mortgage in 15 years
How to sell a house during a divorce
How to Spot an Investment Property
How to Stage Your Home for Each Season
I
Insider Tips How to Negotiate New Home Price With Builder
Insurance Claim process
Interest Rates and Inventory: How 2024’s Closing Trends Shape Early 2025
Interested in buying a maintenance-free home?
Interior Design Trends for 2025: Make Your Home Stand Out
Investing in Real Estate This Winter: Trends to Watch and Markets to Consider
Investing in Real Estate: A Beginner’s Guide
Investing in Real Estate: What You Should to Know
Investment Potential: Attached vs Detached Family Homes
Is Buying an Investment Property with a Sibling a Good Idea?
Is Now the Right Time to Buy? A Look at Fall/Winter 2024 Real Estate Market Conditions
Is staging a home for sale worth the expense?
Is this a good time to sell your home?
It’s almost spring – let’s add some color to your landscape
It’s homebuying season and here’s what’s happening in the market
It’s important to know who will most likely buy your starter home
It’s storm season: Protect yourself and your home from lightning strikes
It’s the perfect time to weatherproof those windows
It’s winter – Here comes the mold
K
Knowing When to Hire a Real Estate Attorney: A Guide for Home Buyers and Sellers
L
Landlords & Flippers
Landscape your way to additional home value
Learn
Let’s transform that unused closet
Listings Under $500k
Lowball offer on your home?
Lure homebuyers with an amazing patio/backyard
M
Mailchimp test
Make your spring/summer garage sale the talk of the neighborhood
Map Search
Mastering Competitive Bidding Wars in Real Estate
Maximize Your Home’s Appeal: 5 Staging Tips for Impressing Potential Buyers
Maximize Your Home’s Appeal: Identifying and Marketing Its Unique Selling Points
Meet 2022’s Plants of the Year
Millennial and Gen Z Home Trends: What’s Driving Their Real Estate Choices
Money is tight. Struggling to make your mortgage payment?
Mortgage loans for medical professionals
Mortgage rates too high? Check out 3 government-backed loan programs
N
Navigating Delayed Negotiations: Strategies for Smooth Real Estate Transactions
Navigating Multiple Offers: A Seller’s Guide
Navigating the Current Real Estate Market: A Buyer’s Guide to Success
Need an electrician? Avoid these 4 common mistakes when hiring
Need to Sell Your Home?
Negotiating After Home Inspection: Effectively Tips From Real Estate Experts
New homeowner? Common home repairs and what they cost
Newest Listings
Newsletter
Not all home upgrades are potential budget busters
O
On the fence about selling your home?
Open house? How to prepare your home for the big day
Open Houses: A Great Advantage for Both Buyers and Sellers!
Our Home Selling System
Outdoor Living Trends: Transforming Your Backyard Into an Oasis
Owner Occupants
P
Pick a project to get a head start on your spring home sale
Planning on selling in spring? Remember what they say about the early bird
Post-holiday storage and cleaning hacks
Preparing for 2025: How to Navigate the Shifting Real Estate Market
Preparing Your Property for Winter: Essential Maintenance Tips for Landlords
R
Rates & Costs
Real Estate Agents & Loan Officers
Real Estate Investment Opportunities with Contract for Deed vs. Subject To Transactions
Real Estate Market Predictions for 2024: Navigating the Path Ahead
Real Estate Trends to Watch in 2025: What to Expect in the Coming Year
Realtor Commissions
Realtors represent THEIR buyers involved with a Slow Flip contract for deed
Reporting Contract for Deed Payments to Credit Bureaus
Retirees: Check out the benefits of downsizing
Retiring? Sell that house and buy a condo
Rising interest rates and how they impact the home sale
Rising Trends in Interior Design
Roof problems don’t need to keep you from the house of your dreams
S
Sample – Auburn Homes For Sale
Schedule
Seasonal Benefits of Buying a Home in the Winter
Sellers Disclosure Made Easy: What You Need to Disclose
Selling your home? Check out the 5 best home fixes for the money
Selling your home? How to prepare it for the photographer
Selling your home? Take these 3 steps to an irresistible garage
Selling your home? What to look for in a listing agent
Selling your house? Decluttering can pay off big with the perfect garage sale
Shopping for a home? Pay attention to the neighborhood
Short-Term Rentals vs. Long-Term Investments: Trends in Property Ownership
Should I buy a home with a septic system?
Should you buy a house before you sell the current one or wait?
Should You Buy or Rent This Winter? A Year-End Decision-Making Guide
Should You Rent or Sell Your Home This Winter? A Guide for Property Owners
Should you Use the Seller’s Agent when Buying a Home?
Simple ways to save money on cooling costs this summer
Slow Flip – Multiple Transactions and Closing Costs
Slow Flip – NO Mortgage Insurance
Slow Flip – Qualifying Income Sources
Slow Flip – Sellers don’t need Equity
Slow Flip contract for deed primary qualifications and criteria
Slow Flip Contract for Deed Program by Chad Banken
Slow Flip set up and track record
Smart Home Technology Trends: Creating a Future-Ready Living Space
Smart Strategies to Save for a Down Payment on Your Dream Home
Staging a Bathroom to Sell: Top Tips for a Quick Sale
Step-by-step guide to a successful move
Steps on How to Invest in Vacation Property Wisely
Stop the Drip! A Simple Guide to Fixing a Dripping Kitchen Faucet
Strategies for Selling a House in Poor Condition: How to Attract Buyers
Struggling to buy a home? Consider multi-gen living
Sustainable Home Upgrades: Eco-Friendly and Energy-Efficient Ideas
Sweat Equity in Real Estate: What It Is and How It Works
T
Tailoring Homeownership: Understanding Contract for Deed in Minnesota
Tech in Real Estate: How AI and Virtual Tools Will Revolutionize Home Buying in 2025
The 2025 Buyer’s Market: How to Compete as a First-Time Homebuyer
The 3 Most Important Real Estate Documents You’ll Sign
The 4 basics of spring cleaning
The Benefits of Buying a Home in an Exclusive Gated Community
The costs and benefits of staging a home for sale
The dangers of relying on first impressions when shopping for a home
The Dual Nature of Contract for Deed Transactions
The End-of-Year Advantage: Why Listing Your Home in December Could Be a Smart Move
The gardening season starts now!
The HOA: Get to know the basics
The home inspection: which repairs are mandatory?
The home shopping wish list for families
The Impact of Interest Rates on the Real Estate Market
The Impact of Local Schools on Property Values: What Homeowners Need to Know
The Impact of Remote Work on Housing Choices
The Importance of Indoor Air Quality: How to Keep Your Home Healthy and Eco-Friendly
The key to understanding the housing market: There is no such thing as a stupid question
The number one reason you should take more interest in your condo’s HOA
The nuts and bolts of the home inspection
The Pitfalls of Automated Home Values: Why They Often Get it Wrong
The Pros and Cons of a Pre-Listing Home Inspections for Sellers
The Pros and Cons of Adjustable-rate Mortgages
The Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer Upper
The Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosure
The pros and cons of gas vs. electric ranges (and the best time to buy them)
The Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home in the Winter
The Real Estate Commission: A detailed explanation
The Rise of Tiny Homes – Is it Right for You?
The ROI of Eco-Friendly Upgrades: What Sellers Need to Know
The Savvy Homebuyer’s Guide: Performing a DIY Home Inspection (in Addition to Hiring a Pro)
The Slow Flip Contract for Deed Program
The smart way to shop for a mortgage lender
The truth about air duct cleaning
The Ultimate Checklist for Buying a Fixer Upper
The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Home Quickly
The Ultimate Year-End Checklist for Home Sellers
There’s a reason it’s called a ‘starter home’
Things to consider when you want to buy a house with a pool
Think you can’t buy a home? Think again
Thinking of buying a home? This is the perfect time to work on your credit score
Time to downsize? Check out the incredible advantages
Tips to find amazing used furniture deals online
Top 6 Home Selling Tips
Top Home Selling Myths Debunked
Top Housing Markets to Watch in 2025: Where Should Investors Focus?
Top Tax Tips for Real Estate Investors Before Year-End
Torn Between two houses: how to choose?
Tour homes for sale like a pro
Trigger Lead Opt-out and National Do Not Call list Registry
U
Uh-oh – not the foundation! What to look for, who to call and what you’ll pay
Ultimate Buyer’s Guide
Understanding Down Payment Assistance in Contract for Deed
Understanding foreclosure rates and their impact on the housing market
Understanding Pre-Listing Inspections: What Sellers Need to Know
Understanding the ‘Due on Sale’ Clause in Contract for Deed Transactions
Understanding the 5-Year Rate Change in Contract for Deed
Understanding the Average Down Payment when Buying a Home
Understanding the Closing Process: What Every Homebuyer Should Know
Understanding the Costs of Contract for Deed: Premiums and Rates
Understanding the Home Buying Process: Step By Step
Understanding the Option Period in Real Estate Transactions: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Umbrella Insurance Policies: Who Needs Them and Why?
Understanding Zoning Laws and How They Affect Home Sales
Unlocking Success: Real Estate Agents and Contract for Deed
Unlocking the Doors to Financial Freedom: The Benefits of Owning vs. Renting in Today’s Real Estate Market
Use your VA benefits to purchase a home
V
Virtual Home Tours: A Window Into Your Dream Home
W
Wait! Don’t leave for vacation until you follow these tips to secure your home
Watch out for the latest scams!
Ways to lower your house payment
Welcome To My Real Estate Blog!
What are loan origination fees?
What are the disadvantages of a home loan modification?
What color should I paint my house before selling?
What happens if your offer on a home is rejected?
What is a 1031 Exchange?
What is a contract for deed
What is a Contract For Deed?
What Is a Property Survey? Exploring Its Importance in Real Estate Transactions
What is due diligence when buying a home and why it’s so important
What is PMI (or MIP) and how do I get rid of it?
What Makes a Perfect Luxury Condo?
What the NAR Settlement Means for Buyers and Sellers: An Informative Guide
What to do if your mortgage application is denied
What to do when the power goes out
What to expect in the 2022 housing market
What to Expect When Downsizing: Tips for a Smooth Transition
What to Know About Buying a Home with Solar Panels
What to Look for in a Home When You Have Young Children
What to Look for When Buying a High-End Property with Private Amenities
What to pay attention to in a neighborhood
What you need to know about your home warranty
What you need to know about a home warranty
What you need to know about buying a home during a recession
What you need to know about home generators
What you need to know about mortgage interest rates
What you need to learn about a home before committing to buy it
What’s a conforming loan?
What’s behind rising home prices?
What’s going on in the real estate market?
What’s happening there between the curb and your home’s front door?
What’s Hot in 2025: Real Estate Design and Home Feature Trends
Who is the Ideal Buyer for a Contract for Deed?
Why buy a home? Why not just rent until I can qualify for a mortgage?
Why is Home Insurance Mandatory? Key Reasons Explained
Why is my smoke detector making noise?
Why NOW is the time to make your real estate move in Minnesota
Why purchase a home using a contract for deed
Why Some Homes Sell Faster than Others
Winter Curb Appeal: Tips for Selling Your Home in Cold Weather
Winter Home Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Investment
Winterizing Your Home: Essential Upgrades and Fixes for Sellers
Winterizing Your Home: Top Upgrades and Fixes for Sellers Before Listing
Y
Year-End Real Estate Market Update: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Year-End Real Estate Trends: What to Expect in the New Year
Yes, you can love it AND leave it
Your 6-step early spring lawn schedule