Have you ever wondered when the best time of the year, month and week is, to list and sell your home – FAST! – for top dollar? Watch this short video to find out… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

When housing prices start to rise, buyers get nervous and start to question the worth of the home and if they are paying too much for it. Because the last thing you want to do is make an offer on a house priced too high! In some competitive markets, sellers think the sky is the limit when setting an asking price. So as a buyer, you have to take several factors into account in order to determine whether a home is actually worth the asking price. Here are 4 ways to know if a house is overpriced… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to protect yourself from real estate scams… According to the FBI, from 2015 to 2017 cybercrime targeting real estate transactions rose by over 1,100%, and the amount of money lost rose by almost 2,200%! The most common way for scammers to attack is by hacking into a buyer’s email and monitoring messages between the buyer and Realtor. Here are 6 ways to protect yourself from real estate scams… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about how millennials are changing the real estate landscape… As millennials become the largest adult generation, it’s no surprise that they’re becoming a major force in home buying. According to Zillow, a US-based online real estate marketplace, millennials now make up 42% of all homebuyers. Here’s how millennial buyers and sellers differ from previous generations… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Buying a home in a new real estate development can be exciting! However, there are important things to be aware of before you sign the contract. There’s nothing like turning the key on a brand-new home that’s never been lived in. But buying in new a real estate development isn’t the same as buying an existing house. Here are 5 tips for buying in new real estate development… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 mistakes to avoid when buying a home… Buying a home can be exciting, stressful, easy or difficult depending on the market, time of year, etc. But no matter when or where you buy, you can still encounter challenges if you’re not prepared. Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid when buying a home… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about refinancing your mortgage and how you can speed up the process… Whether you’re refinancing to access extra cash or lock in a rate before they rise further, you want things to happen quickly. Here are 6 steps to refinancing (and how to speed up the process)… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about how the internet has impacted home searching, buying and selling. We’re so used to shopping online, we sometimes forget how technology has transformed the home buying process. Websites, social media, mobile apps, messaging and other platforms help make shopping for and finding a home faster, easier, more efficient, and less frustrating. Here are 5 online capabilities that today’s prospective homebuyers could never live without… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

As any good real estate professional will tell you, setting the right price for a home is a mix of technical knowledge and intuition. Realtors have to rely on their experience, knowledge and feel for the market. But there’s more to it than that. Here are 4 factors that smart Realtors rely on to set the right listing price…If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about the pros and cons of house flipping. It’s possible to make a lot of money by flipping properties. But it’s not as easy as it sounds, and there are just as many pitfalls as there are rewards. Here are 4 pros and cons of house flipping… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about 4 ways to sell your house quick, without compromising on a fair price… In most markets, spring is the #1 time of year for selling homes and fall comes in at #2. But no matter when you’re planning to sell your home, don’t despair! Here are 4 ways to sell your house quickly… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

You’ve found the ideal place. The whole family loves it. But before you seal the deal, make sure you or your home inspector checks for these potentially expensive deal breakers. Here are 6 important things you need to look for before you buy a home… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to cover 5 steps for determining how much home you can afford to buy… Buying a home involves lots of decisions… • condo or single family? • big or small? • inner city or suburban? • new or old? But the biggest and most important decision is: how much can I afford? Here are 5 steps to figure out home much home you can afford… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 smart ways to use your home equity… Home equity is the difference between the value of your home and the unpaid balance of your mortgage. You can often access a percentage of that amount through a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC). Here are 5 of the best ways to use your home equity… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about one reason why housing prices can be so high… Everybody has a theory for why home prices rise. One reason is that builders aren’t building enough new homes because zoning and building regulations are too restrictive. In reality, house prices rise when demand is high. Here’s where the demand is coming from… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about 6 ways your family can save money, but still have fun. Making the most of time as a family doesn’t have to mean spending a bunch of money. In fact, you could be earning some! Here are 6 ways to save money and stay social… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about how to profit the most from your tax refund… Like millions of other taxpayers, you may have received a refund this year. So what now? How will you spend that money? Here are a few SMART ways to use your tax refund… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 ways you can win the bidding war… If you’re house shopping in a competitive market, you’re likely to encounter a bidding war. Unfortunately, bidding wars can be frustrating, expensive and time consuming. However, it’s still possible to get the house you want. Here are 5 ways to win a bidding war… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about 5 reasons why you should NOT get a mortgage online… Online transactions have become so fast, reliable and convenient, we do almost everything online—from buying groceries to banking, paying bills and shopping. So why not get a mortgage online too? After all, mortgage sites promise choice, simplicity and approval within minutes. But should we really feel secure borrowing hundreds of thousands of dollars with a click of a button on a laptop or smartphone, without professional assistance? Here are 5 reasons why it’s NOT a good idea to get a mortgage online… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046

Ok, today we are going to talk about some important things to consider before downsizing your home… In 1950, the average single-family home in the US was 1,000 square feet, and today it’s 2,600 square feet. The difference is even more dramatic when you consider how much larger families were in the 1950s! Some find themselves living in unnecessarily large homes, which leaves room for downsizing and saving. But before you rush in to selling and buying small, here are 5 things to consider before downsizing… If you are looking for a top-notch loan officer in Woodbury call us at, 952-406-1046