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What has real estate experienced in 2018? The short answer is a lot of swings up and down. Click on the below link for the average sales price in Plymouth. All types of properties, all price ranges, all seller types, all sizes, etc. 2018 started with an average sales price of $309,950 and ended up […]

Buying and selling a home is an exciting time, but there can be pitfalls for unsuspecting consumers. The American Land Title Association wants homeowners and sellers to be aware that criminals are using wire fraud schemes to steal money meant for home purchases or the proceeds from the sale of the property. Watch this video […]

What has real estate experienced during 2018? The short answer is a lot of swings up and down. Click on the below link for the average sales price in Maple Grove. All types of properties, all price ranges, all seller types, all sizes, etc. 2018 started with an average sales price of $313,510 and ended […]

Radon is a serious public health concern in Minnesota. The average radon level in Minnesota is more than three times higher than the U.S. radon level. This is due to our geology and how our homes are operated. Minnesota homes are closed up or heated most of the year, which can result in higher levels […]

Homeownership is the most common way that individuals and families build wealth in this country, surpassing even retirement savings for four out of five of us. We talk a lot here at the Center about how homeownership is the most common way that individuals and families build wealth in this country. Because of this, the […]

Fees, regulations are key drivers of Twin Cities housing costs, builders argue A report commissioned by a builders group said municipal fees and regulations in the Twin Cities make it nearly impossible to build a single-family house for less than $375,000. By Jim Buchta Star Tribune Hint: Fees account for up to one-third the cost of a […]