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Michaela Gile

Happy 250th Independence Day America!

If you don’t already have plans for the 4th of July, you might find some ideas here. ​4th of July Fireworks ​ ​MINNEAPOLIS Red, White & Boom Returns to the Riverfront! Fireworks begin at 10pm and festivities will be held at Water Works and the Stone Arch Bridge parking lot beginning 8pm. ​SAINT PAUL SAINTS

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Michaela Gile

Christmas Light Displays 2025

FREE EVENTS Holiday Lights on York Avenue – St. Paul (FREE- donations requested for Merrick Food Shelf) November 28 – December 31 5:00pm – 10:00pm each night This is a big light display on a residential block that you can drive through in St. Paul. 11 yards will be decorated with plastic Santas, snowman and other

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Michaela Gile

7 Warning Signs the Roof Is at Risk This Winter

The colder months can make a roof vulnerable and lead to costly damage. Here’s what to watch out for. The winter weather can create new roof problems and expose existing ones. Consider, nearly four in 10 U.S. homes are estimated to have roofs that are rated as “moderate” or in “poor” condition. As such, many properties may

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Michaela Gile

What Every Veteran Should Know Right Now

If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment. Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that’s 7 out of every 10) don’t know about this benefit, according to Veterans United. And that’s a big

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Michaela Gile

8 Staging Tips to Help Your Home Sell During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a magical time of year, filled with cozy moments, sparkling lights, and family gatherings. But if your home is on the market during Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s, you may be wondering if it’s still possible to attract buyers—or if you should wait until spring. The reality? With thoughtful staging, your

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Squatters Rights in Minnesota

Squatters living on a vacant or abandoned property may seem like nothing more than troublesome criminal trespassers- but that is not the case according to the law. Minnesota squatters’ rights protect them to a certain extent- especially if they reside in one place long enough and make an effort to treat the property as if

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Michaela Gile

So What Is Really Going On With Real Estate Commissions?

Last week the National Association of Realtors announced a settlement agreement in the Sitzer Burnett case that would take effect in July. For those who missed the declarations in the media that this outcome will render transacting real estate almost free, protect consumers, and make homeownership affordable once again, the settlement does none of that.

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Michaela Gile

Where To Find 4th of July Celebrations

STILLWATER   4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS DINNER CRUISE Event Information St. Croix River Cruises 3291 St. Croix TrailAfton, MN 55001 (opens in new window) (651) 436-8883 (Phone)   About Celebrate the holiday on the St. Croix River! A fantastic buffet dinner to accompany a wonderful night on the river. For reservations click here(opens in new window) or call 651-436-8883 Dates

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