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Home Buying Tips How Do I Buy and Sell a House at the Same Time? How Do I Buy and Sell a House at the Same Time? Buy and sell a house at the same time is something people have been doing for decades. It is not new, and it is not unusual. The challenge today is not the process itself, but the fear and uncertainty people feel when they […]
Home Selling Tips Why I Never Price a Home During the First Listing Appointment Why I Never Price a Home During the First Listing Appointment One of the Biggest Mistakes Sellers Make One of the most common questions I hear is, “What do you think my home is worth?” It’s a fair question, but my answer usually surprises people. I don’t give them a price. Not because I don’t […]
Home Buying Tips The Closing Was Supposed to Be Friday. Then the HOA Got Involved The Closing Was Supposed to Be Friday. Then the HOA Got Involved. Everything Was On Track Until The Last Week One of the most frustrating transactions I’ve experienced in nearly 24 years of real estate happened recently during what should have been a routine closing. The buyers were excited. The sellers were packed. The financing […]
Home Selling Tips Why Online Home Values Are Outdated Why Online Home Values Are Outdated Home School Podcast Episode #4 with Tom Sommers and Liz Sandwick If you’ve ever searched your address online and looked at your home’s estimated value, you’re not alone. Millions of homeowners visit websites like Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and other online valuation tools every year hoping to find out what […]
Home Buying Tips The Truth About Multiple Offers in the Twin Cities The Truth About Multiple Offers in the Twin Cities If you are trying to buy a home right now, there is a good chance you have either been involved in a bidding war or you are worried about ending up in one. The good news is this. You do not have to win every bidding […]
Home Buying Tips Should I Buy a Home First or Sell My House First? Should I Buy a Home First or Sell My House First? If you are planning a move, one of the biggest questions you may be asking is: Should I buy a home first or sell my current house first? It is a great question. And the honest answer is this. There is no one size […]
Market Updates What’s Really Happening With Home Prices Right Now in the Twin Cities? What’s Really Happening With Home Prices Right Now in the Twin Cities? If you have been wondering whether home prices in the Twin Cities are going up or down right now, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions buyers and sellers are asking. The honest answer is this. For the […]
Market Updates Not Every Home in the Twin Cities Is Selling in One Day Not Every Home in the Twin Cities Is Selling in One Day If you spend enough time online reading headlines or scrolling social media, you would think every single home in the Twin Cities sells instantly with 25 offers over asking price. As somebody who has been in real estate for over 23 years and […]
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Uncategorized 20810 Parkfield Ave, Jordan MN, 10 Acres, A Move In Ready Home, And A 40×80 Dream Shop 20810 Parkfield Ave, Jordan MN, 10 Acres, A Move In Ready Home, And A 40×80 Dream Shop Some properties check boxes. This one changes what is possible. Call or Text Tom Sommers at 952-994-7204 Located at 20810 Parkfield Ave in Jordan MN, this rare 10 acre property offers the kind of lifestyle many buyers talk […]
Home Buying Tips Waiting To Buy A Home Because Of Interest Rates? Read This First Waiting To Buy A Home Because Of Interest Rates? Read This First One of the biggest questions I’m hearing right now from home buyers in Lakeville, Bloomington, and throughout the Twin Cities is simple. “Should I wait for interest rates to come down before buying a home?” It’s a fair question. As of the writing […]
Home Selling Tips WHY IS MY HOME NOT SELLING? WHY IS MY HOME NOT SELLING? This is one of the hardest conversations sellers have to hear. Because most homeowners believe if their home is not selling, it must be the market. Most of the time, it’s not the market. Right now in the Twin Cities, Lakeville, and Bloomington, I’m watching some homes sell in […]
Home Buying Tips HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BUY A HOUSE? HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BUY A HOUSE? If you’re thinking about buying, this is the question everyone asks. How long does it actually take? The honest answer is simple. It depends on how prepared you are. I’ve had buyers find a home on the very first showing and get it under contract the […]
Home Selling Tips How Do I Prepare My House for Sale in the Twin Cities MN How Do I Prepare My House for Sale in the Twin Cities MN When a seller asks me how to prepare their home for sale, the first thing I tell them is to clean and declutter. That is the most important step to get off on the right foot. If you properly prepare your home, […]
Home Selling Tips Should I Renovate Before Selling My Home in the Twin Cities MN Should I Renovate Before Selling My Home in the Twin Cities MN It depends on the market. Before you can make a decision like that, you have to look at the homes most similar to yours that have sold in the last six months. Were those homes renovated or did they sell for a strong […]
Uncategorized 1028 Livingston Ave West St. Paul MN 55118 Home for Sale 1028 Livingston Ave West St. Paul MN 55118 Home for Sale Text 1028 to 952-994-7204 to schedule a showing or get details. This home is located at 1028 Livingston Ave West St. Paul MN 55118. Click below to view full photos, pricing, and property details. If you’re searching for an affordable home in West St. […]
Home Selling Tips HOW MUCH IS MY HOME WORTH RIGHT NOW? TWIN CITIES REALITY HOW MUCH IS MY HOME WORTH RIGHT NOW? TWIN CITIES REALITY If you’re thinking about selling, this is the question that matters most. How much is my home actually worth right now? Not what Zillow says. Not what your neighbor got last year.What it will sell for today. Here’s the truth. Prices in the Twin […]
Buying A Home How Much Down Payment Do You Really Need to Buy a Home? How Much Down Payment Do You Really Need to Buy a Home? Think you need 20 percent down to buy a home? That belief is costing you years. Most buyers wait. They keep renting. They keep saving. And they stay stuck. You don’t need 20 percent down. Let’s simplify this. You can buy a home […]
Market Updates Is the Housing Market Going to Crash? Is the Housing Market Going to Crash? If you have been watching the news lately, scrolling through social media, or just talking to friends and neighbors, you have probably heard some version of this question. Is the housing market about to collapse? Are we headed for another 2008? Should I wait to buy or sell? […]
Home Buying Tips What Happens During a Home Inspection? What Happens During a Home Inspection? If you are buying or selling a home in Lakeville, Bloomington, or anywhere in the Twin Cities metro area, the home inspection is one of the most important steps in the entire process. I have been doing this for 23 years and I can tell you that what happens […]
Home Selling Tips What Are Closing Costs When Selling a House? What Are Closing Costs When Selling a House? If you are selling your home, you want one clear number.What will you walk away with at closing? Seller closing costs are lower than buyer costs. But you still need to know what is included. Here are the typical seller closing costs: Title and closing fee around […]

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