Are Investors Really Taking Over the Housing Market?

Are Investors Really Taking Over the Housing Market? We’ve had quite a few conversations lately where people are concerned about investors buying up all the homes. And we get it. The headlines make it sound like big companies are out there scooping up everything… which can feel frustrating if you’re
Read MoreWhy 2026 Finally Favors Twin Cities Homebuyers

It’s Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home in the Twin Cities There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines. Buying a home is getting more affordable—nationally and here in the Twin Cities Metro. Monthly payments have started to come down, and the sq
Read MoreTwin Cities Housing Market 2026: Should You Buy, Sell, or Wait?

Twin Cities Housing Market 2026: Should You Buy, Sell, or Wait? Wondering whether you should buy, sell, or wait in the Twin Cities housing market as we head into 2026?You’re not alone — and the right answer depends on both the market and your personal situation. The Twin Cities housing market contin
Read MoreMortgage Rates Hit a 2025 Low: What It Means for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2026

Mortgage Rates Just Hit Their Lowest Point of 2025—Here’s What That Means If You’re Buying (or Selling) in 2026 If you’ve been waiting for a little good news on mortgage rates, we just got some. According to Freddie Mac’s weekly survey, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 6.15% at the
Read MoreThe Housing Market Is Turning a Corner Going into 2026

The Housing Market Is Turning a Corner Going into 2026 After several years of high mortgage rates and hesitation from buyers, momentum is quietly building beneath the surface of the housing market. Sellers are reappearing. Buyers are re-engaging. And for the first time in what feels like forever, th
Read More4 Reasons Your House Is High on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season

4 Reasons Your House Is High on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season When the holidays roll around, travel plans, family gatherings, and all the chaos of the season may make you think it’s better to pull your listing off the market or to wait until 2026 to sell your house. But here’s the thing. Waiti
Read MoreThis May Be the Best Time To Buy a Brand-New Home

This May Be the Best Time To Buy a Brand-New Home New home construction today is giving buyers something it feels like they haven't gotten much lately: a real shot at both the home they want and the deal they need. More brand-new options are on the market right now, and builders are rolling out ince
Read MoreThe 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season

The 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays, the housing market always finds its way into the conversation. Here are the top three questions on a lot of p
Read MoreMost Experts Are Not Worried About a Recession

Most Experts Are Not Worried About a Recession Homebuyers are watching the economy closely, and for good reason. Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases most people ever make. And some recession talk in the media has made a lot of would-be buyers second guess their plans. In the latest Lending
Read MoreTwin Cities Real Estate Market Update: Fall 2025

Twin Cities Real Estate Market Update: Fall 2025 The Twin Cities real estate scene is always buzzing with change, but this fall, there’s a special energy in the air. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, here’s what’s happening across Minneapolis and St. Paul—and what it means for you. In
Read MoreHow a Government Shutdown Affects the Twin Cities Real Estate Market for Sellers

How the Current Government Shutdown Is Affecting the Twin Cities Real Estate Market for Sellers How is the current government shutdown affecting you if you’re planning to sell a home in the Twin Cities? With the government now in the midst of the longest shutdown in U.S. history, it’s natural to
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