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Amazing Home Search App! Ever wonder what a house is listed for (even if you’re not actively looking to move?). Text “GINA” to 612.223.7700 for my new home search app and you will always ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 05/22/2012		More
They're Baaa-aackk! Multiple offers, that is! The market is crazy out there right now - lower inventory and more sales. I have a buyer client that just made their FOURTH offer on a property in Plymouth after loosing out on the last three in multiple offer situations. Haven't seen this for a few years and while it is frustrating for some buyers in the marketplace right now (who have been used to waiting ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 05/09/2012		More
The Parade of Homes Spring Preview is here! It's that time of year again - the itch to look at homes is running rampant in the Twin Cities! The 2012 spring Parade of Homes is going on now through April 1st. Many builders and many neighborhoods are featured this spring - CLICK HERE to search model homes, areas, builders so you can plan your tour! Call or email if you prefer to have a guidebook sent to you. I can help ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 03/13/2012		More
My New Home Search App is here! Ever wonder what a house is listed for (even if you’re not actively looking to move?). Text “GINA” to 612.223.7700for my new home search app and you will always be in the know! Search by address, map or use the Results Radar feature which allows you to hold your phone/tablet in front of a home currently listed for sale and all of the listing information will immediately ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 02/23/2012		More
How long will you have to wait before you can buy a home after foreclousre, short sale or bankruptcy? Here's how each scenario typically plays out for waiting time for future financing. Of course guidelines are always changing and this is just an overview of current guidelines. FHA ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 02/21/2012		More
HIgher. Increase. Positive. Improvement. These are words we are hoping to hear more of in the 2012 Twin Cities Real Estate Market. The stats are in from the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors for the first week in February, 2012, and it's good news for our real estate market. The most notable trend is fewer active listings. Buyers that in the wait-and-see mentality may find themselves with competing for fewer properties ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 02/17/2012		More
Maple Grove's Elm Creek Voted Twin Cities Best Sledding Hill WCCO TV's Matt Brickman chooses Elm Creek Park in Maple Grove to have the best sledding hill in the Twin Cities. Viewers sent him their pick for favorite sledding hill and Elm Creek was the winner. Click here for the story/video for the fun story! Gina Dumas, REALTOR ~ RE/MAX ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 02/14/2012		More
It only takes one to fall in love... I met with some folks last night who would like to sell their current home and purchase something a bit bigger for their growing family. They bought their current home in 2006 (very close to the peak of home values) and have since remodeled the kitchen and basement as well as a handful of other improvements. They answered yes when asked if they were aware of recent sale prices on the ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 02/08/2012		More
Why don't buyers just " make an offer?" Sellers often tell me that they want to price their home higher than the market analysis indicates because "buyers can always just make an offer." Why is this not the way to sell your home, (particularly in this market with so many homes for a buyer to choose from)? Don’t start with a high price and the assumption you can reduce it later. By the time you decide to lower the price, it may ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 11/29/2011		More
It's Holidazzle Season! If you've never made it to the Target Holidazzle Parade, make sure to get there this year. It's an annual tradition 20 years strong and a free fun family event! The parade kickoff is Friday, November 25th and runs Thursdays-Sundays through December 18th. Parade time is 6:30 but be sure to get there early for a good spot. For more information including parking, route information ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 11/25/2011		More
Boom Island Village, Northeast Minneapolis You've probably never heard of Boom Island Village, it's a very well kept secret! This small, vibrant neighborhood is located in Northeast Minneapolis bordered by Nicollet Island, NE Arts District & Mississippi Riverfront. Area destinations include Northeast's iconic Elsie's , Pyscho Suzi's Motor Lounge and the neighborhood is literally just steps from Boom ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 11/22/2011		More
Minnesota Homestead Tax Credit Changes The 2011 legislature repealed the old homestead credit law and has replaced it with a new Homestead Exclusion law and begins with property taxes payable in 2012. It is confusing at best, even for those of us in the real estate field. Let's start with the difference between "credit" and "exclusion;" a credit is a reduction in the amount of taxes due while exclusion is a reduction in the amount ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 10/03/2011		More
Twin Cities Real Estate Market Update New listings are down and buyer activity is up according to statistics by the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors. This may suggest that we are turning a corner (slowly turning, but turning none the less). The last three months have posted a 41.7% increast in buyer activity and inventory is down over 20% from this same week last year. For the full scoop, visit ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 09/20/2011		More
Minneapolis Ranks Top Healthiest City! Forbes says we are living in the countries healthiest City - how cool is that? They took into account air quality, resident's health and community promotion of health and exercise when choosing. According to Forbes, Minneapolis residents breathe clean air, prioritize exercise and keep their weight down, supported by a city that was among the first to add bike trailsand ban smoking in public ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 09/14/2011		More
Real Estate Market Update - Good news! Are we finally approaching a balanced market? Recent statistics from the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors may indicate just that. Seller activity remains below 2010 levels and buyer activity is on the rise in line with historic norms. We have seen the largest year over year increase in pending sales since late November, 2008 - greater even than any single week during the tax ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 07/27/2011		More
Emergency Help Available for MN Homeowners The Emergency Homeowners Loan Program (ELP) is offering zero interest, forgivable loans to homeowners in need. Strict requirements have to be met in order to be eligible such as unemployment, medical condition or underemployment. For more details, visit http://ehlpminnesota.com/ or call toll free 866.462.6466 to speak with a specialist. If you are not eligible but still need help paying ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 07/13/2011		More
Seasonal Home Makeover Tips It can be as simple as a new paint color in the bathroom, fresh bedding in your bedroom or bringing the outdoors inside in the living room for a fresh new seasonal feel in your home! Read on for more tips: Your Home & Lifestyle Gina Dumas / www.GinaDumas.com / 612.718.2783 / RE/MAX Results Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 06/06/2011		More
Plymouth Plant Swap! Bring perennials you'd like to share and pick up free plants for your garden at the Plant Swap! Place your extra plants in pots and make sure to label them for the plant swap on Monday, June 6th, 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the Plymouth Creek Center (1480034th Avenue N.). Feel free to stay for a presentation "Chickens in the Garden" by Theresa Rooney, Hennepin ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 05/31/2011		More
Easy Bathroom Makeovers Updating your bathroom may seem like an overwhelming task. A simple coat of paint, new light fixture, new faucets or even a new shower curtain and towels to display may be inexpensive items to give your bathroom the boost it needs. Click here for a great article for ideas to revitalize YOUR bathroom! Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 05/25/2011		More
Do St. Louis Park residents have any say in the freight rail re routing? The City is holding open sessions this week to give its residents an opportunity to share their opinions about the controversial freight train re routing. The plan calls for moving freight traffic from Minneapolis’ Kenilworth Corridor to St. Louis Park to make room for a regional light rail line which will connect Minneapolis to Eden Prairie and wind through the western suburbs. Hennepin ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 04/26/2011		More
Surprising School District Growth at some Minnesota Schools Most schools in the state have seen declining enrollment numbers over the last few years. A few are actually seeing increases in enrollment and now need to ponder the question - increase tax dollars for new schools? See the StarTribune article for the full story. Gina Dumas, Realtor RE/MAX Results / 612.718.2783 / www.GinaDumas.com Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 04/14/2011		More
St. Louis Park High School St. Louis Park Senior High was recently recognized by Newsweek Magazine (June 2010) as the #2 rated Minnesota Public High School. The current principle, Robert Metz, notes that their emphasis on academic excellence iis highly valued by students and staff. A relatively small (about 1,300 students 9-12) it is very likely that each student will develop close relationships with multiple staff members. ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 04/04/2011		More
Plymouth, MN Real Estate Update The latest statistics from the Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS show an 8%+ decrease in new listings year to date compared to last year (less inventory is a good thing with levels still high). Closed sales are also down this year to date but only by 2.5%. It's good news for median sale price with a year to date increase to $248,954 ~ this is a 2.9% increase from last years ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 04/04/2011		More
Twin Cities Monthly Market Update The Minneapolis Area Association of REATORS released February, 2011, statistics. The quick facts for the Twin Cities Market as a whole show a 1.7% decline in year over year closed sales, a whopping 10.4% decline in the median sales price and a 2% increase in homes on the market. Click Twin Cities Real Estate Market Update for more details. Gina Dumas / www.GinaDumas.com Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 03/28/2011		More
Maple Grove Spring Parks & Rec Program There's something for everyone in the Maple Grove Spring Parks & Rec program! From ... Posted by Gina Dumas @ 12:00 AM on 03/25/2011		More

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