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Uncategorized 4 Easy Ways to Save Money to Buy a Home save money to buy a home, home savings tips, first-time homebuyer tips, how to save for a house, budgeting for a home, saving for your dream home, homeownership goals, smart money moves, saving strategies for home buyers, buy a house savings plan   0 Comments | Add Comment 4 Easy Ways to Save Money to Buy a Home Turning a dream into reality starts with one thing: a plan. […]
Uncategorized Why Being Close to Family Is the Top Reason People Move why people move, moving closer to family, benefits of living near loved ones, family-centered relocation, real estate trends for families, moving for emotional reasons, home buying with family in mind, lifestyle-driven moves, relocating for family support   0 Comments | Add Comment Why Being Close to Family Is the Top Reason People Move Have you ever caught yourself daydreaming about living closer to your loved ones? Maybe you’re […]
Uncategorized 10 Steps to Selling a House: The Entire Process from Start to Finish real estate, selling a house, home selling process, Lakeville MN, Burnsville MN, real estate agent, Tom Sommers, home repairs, staging a home, real estate tips, house for sale, Minnesota housing market, maximize home value, professional photos   0 Comments | Add Comment 10 Steps to Selling a House: The Entire Process from Start to Finish Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people who matter most? […]
Uncategorized Options for Selling Your Parent’s House real estate, selling a house, inherited home, cash buyer, real estate agent, iBuyer, FSBO, Tom Sommers, Lakeville MN, Burnsville MN, selling options, real estate tips, family home sale, selling inherited property   0 Comments | Add Comment Options for Selling Your Parent’s House Selling your parent’s home can be a challenging task—both emotionally and logistically. Whether it’s due to downsizing, transitioning into assisted living, or handling their estate after their passing, making the […]
Uncategorized The First Step in Selling Your Parent’s Home Tom Sommers, estate planning, Minnesota real estate, Lakeville MN, Burnsville MN, home sale process, identity theft prevention, notifying institutions, real estate agent, home selling steps, estate management, selling family home, credit bureaus   0 Comments | Add Comment The First Step in Selling Your Parent’s Home Selling your parent’s home is more than just a transaction; it’s a deeply personal process that often comes during a challenging time. Whether you’re handling an […]
Uncategorized Don’t Set an Unrealistic Asking Price when selling your home real estate, home selling tips, pricing a home, Tom Sommers, Minnesota real estate, Lakeville MN, market analysis, home pricing strategy, real estate agent, competitive pricing, home appraisal, selling a house, pricing advice, real estate market trends   0 Comments | Add Comment Don’t Set an Unrealistic Asking Price when selling your home Setting the right asking price for your home is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make when selling. It’s especially true […]
Uncategorized 5 Must-Have Features When Looking to Buy a Home home buying tips, must have home features, first time home buyer guide, roofing advice, siding options, foundation problems in homes, replacing old windows, furnace costs, home mechanical systems, energy efficient homes   0 Comments | Add Comment 5 Must-Have Features When Looking to Buy a Home Buying a home is one of the most exciting (and nerve-wracking) experiences you’ll ever have. With so much at stake, it’s easy to […]
Uncategorized What is a Sump Pump? And Why is it Important? sump pump, basement waterproofing, home maintenance, water damage prevention, drain tile system, flood protection, home improvement, real estate tips, sump pump installation, sump pump cost, backup sump pump, battery backup, luxury vinyl flooring   0 Comments | Add Comment What is a Sump Pump? And Why is it Important? Hey there! As a real estate agent in the Twin Cities, I’ve seen more than my fair share of basements and the problems […]
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Uncategorized Does Weather Impact Real Estate? real estate, weather impact, home buying, home selling, spring market, winter market, real estate trends, Minnesota housing, real estate agent, buying a house, selling a house, market timing, real estate advice, housing market, property market   0 Comments | Add Comment Does Weather Impact Real Estate? As a seasoned real estate agent with over 20 years in the business here in Minnesota, I’ve seen firsthand how much weather can influence the housing market. Let’s […]
Uncategorized Benefits of Owning a Home versus Renting 1 of 6: Build Equity ome equity, real estate, property value, buying a home, mortgage, retirement planning, financial freedom, housing market, real estate investment, rent vs buy, homeownership benefits, savings through home, real estate wealth, fixed mortgage   0 Comments | Add Comment Benefits of Owning a Home versus Renting 1 of 6: Build Equity As a real estate professional, I understand the value of homeownership, and one of the biggest advantages is building equity. For those not […]
Uncategorized Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 2 of 6 – Build Net Worth homeownership, build net worth, real estate investing, financial independence, owning vs renting, equity building, mortgage payoff, home equity line of credit, wealth building, American Dream, forced savings, retirement planning, property investment   0 Comments | Add Comment Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 2 of 6 – Build Net Worth I’m thrilled to share with you why owning a home is such a game-changer when it comes to building your net […]
Uncategorized Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 3 of 6 Tax Benefits homeownership tax benefits, mortgage interest deduction, property tax deduction, owning vs renting, tax savings for homeowners, financial independence, real estate tax breaks, benefits of owning a home, how to save on taxes, home loan interest deduction   0 Comments | Add Comment Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 3 of 6 Tax Benefits As a homeowner myself, I’m always looking for ways to save money, especially when it […]
Uncategorized Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 4 of 6 – Stability homeownership benefits, renting vs buying, stability of owning a home, fixed mortgage payments, raising kids in a home, property taxes and insurance, landlord selling property, long-term lease risks, retirement home stability, real estate value growth   0 Comments | Add Comment Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 4 of 6 – Stability Hi there! I’m excited to share my thoughts on one of the biggest perks of owning […]
Uncategorized Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 5 of 6 Personalization homeownership benefits, owning vs renting, personalize your home, home improvement value, real estate investment, single family home, kitchen remodel ROI, basement finishing cost, HOA rules home, freedom of owning home   0 Comments | Add Comment Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 5 of 6 Personalization Today I want to dive into one of my favorite topics as a real estate enthusiast—why owning a home beats renting, especially […]
Uncategorized Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 6 of 6 Community homeownership vs renting, benefits of owning a home, community in real estate, school districts for home buyers, walkable neighborhoods, biking trails near home, getting involved in community, real estate advice, buying a home 2025, Tom Sommers Coldwell B   0 Comments | Add Comment Benefits of Owning a Home Versus Renting: 6 of 6 Community Hi there! I’m Tom Sommers, and as a real estate expert with Coldwell Banker, […]
Uncategorized What is PMI? And Why You Shouldn’t Be Scared of It, as a home buyer PMI, private mortgage insurance, homebuying, mortgage tips, down payment, equity, refinance, affordable housing, real estate, Tom Sommers   0 Comments | Add Comment What is PMI? And Why You Shouldn’t Be Scared of It, as a home buyer Hi, I’m Tom Sommers, and I’m here to talk about something that freaks out a lot of first-time homebuyers: PMI, or private mortgage insurance. When I bought my first home, I […]
Uncategorized Are Interest Rates for Home Loans Dropping?  Tags: home loan interest rates, dropping mortgage rates, buy a home 2025, affordable home loans, first time home buyer tips, real estate market trends, mortgage rate updates, homeownership benefits, Tom Sommers real estate, Coldwell Banker homes   0 Comments | Add Comment Are Interest Rates for Home Loans Dropping? I’ve got some exciting news for anyone dreaming of buying a home—yes, interest rates for home loans are dropping! Just think […]
Uncategorized How to Not Lose Your Option for a Home Inspection  Tags: home inspection, real estate tips, home buying guide, how to buy a home, home inspection contingency, multiple offer situations, older home inspection, sewer line inspection, competitive home offer, real estate advice   0 Comments | Add Comment How to Not Lose Your Option for a Home Inspection Hey everyone, I’m Tom Sommers, and I’ve been guiding home buyers through the real estate maze for over 20 years. One thing […]
Uncategorized What Is Appraisal Gap Coverage in a Home Offer?  Tags: appraisal gap coverage, home offer clauses, multiple offer situations, real estate strategies, home buying tips, appraisal gap clause, real estate agent advice, housing market trends, buyer protection, crafting a home offer   0 Comments | Add Comment What Is Appraisal Gap Coverage in a Home Offer?   Picture this: I’m sitting across from a hopeful homebuyer, coffee in hand, explaining the wild world of real estate offers in today’s […]
Uncategorized If You Are Divorced, Can You Be Considered a First-Time Home Buyer? Tags: first-time home buyer, divorced home buyer, homeownership after divorce, mortgage after divorce, real estate divorce tips, Minnesota home buying, first-time buyer programs, divorce and mortgage, buying a home after divorce, Tom Sommers real estate   0 Comments | Add Comment If You Are Divorced, Can You Be Considered a First-Time Home Buyer? Today I’m discussing a question I get asked a lot: If you’re divorced, can you still be considered […]

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