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Relocating from Out of State: How to Make Your Move Smooth and Stress-Free

By Candace Newgard / October 29, 2025 /

Moving across state lines can feel like a lot — new city, new job, new schools, and a whole lot of logistics. When my family relocated from Seattle to Minneapolis with three kids, I learned firsthand how much coordination it really takes. The good news? With a thoughtful plan (and the right support), your out-of-state…

First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes to Avoid in Minnesota

By Candace Newgard / September 25, 2025 / Comments Off on First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes to Avoid in Minnesota

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it’s easy to make costly mistakes along the way. Whether you’re looking in Minneapolis, Maple Grove, or the suburbs, being aware of common pitfalls can help you navigate the process smoothly. Here’s a checklist to guide you: 1. Skipping Mortgage Pre-Approval Many first-time buyers in Minnesota…

House Hacking Blueprint Series: The Best Way to Live

By Eric Beise / January 8, 2020 /

Eric Beise | Realtor Many of us have chosen our homes for all sorts of reasons. Often, it’s for factors like location, appearance, size, yard space, price, commitment – or lack thereof. These are all great things to consider. At the core of each concern listed above, there’s a fundamental question that’s guiding us: “How…

Real Estate Investing: The Path of Progress

By Eric Beise / September 4, 2019 /

It’s an age-old mantra of the wise real estate investor and no one will dispute that location is key for any long-term real estate investing strategy. The differing of opinions start flying when we talk about what goal the location is going to accomplish.

5 Tips for Buying a Rental Property in the Twin Cities

By Brady Erickson / July 21, 2019 /

By Brady Erickson, Realtor As the Twin Cities continue to surge with high-income renters and demand for rental homes, owning rental property has become an increasingly lucrative endeavor. But even with the tremendous upside of owning real estate, there are many pitfalls to an oversimplified approach. Property investment is multifaceted and should be approached with…

4 Great Ways to Make Money In Real Estate

By Eric Beise / January 18, 2019 /

From the outside it can seem like people that invest in real estate have secret powers. While no investor would confess to having a genie at their disposal, the reality is they do have something not everyone has: They have knowledge.

3 Real Estate Investing Myths Holding You Back

By Brady Erickson / November 6, 2018 /

Admittedly, real estate investing can feel confounding and downright perilous. However, clearing a path through the forest of misconceptions is a good place to start.

The Minneapolis 2040 Plan and the Future of Minneapolis Housing

By Eric Beise / October 3, 2018 /

The Minneapolis 2040 Plan will arguably be the most impactful document for Minneapolis residents–and even those in the greater Twin Cities–for years to come. If you haven’t read the whole thing, we don’t blame you. Coming in at just under 500 pages of light reading, it is hard to make it a priority, yet there are several important things to consider, especially when it comes to housing.