Recent Blog Posts by Jen Forliti

Understanding homestead tax changes for 2012

  At the close of the Minnesota legislative special session, the balanced budget approved included cuts to a variety of programs.While many of those cuts were very prominent, others flew below the radar. One of those not so visible cuts is to a program known as the residential homestead market credit. As part of funding the $5 billion balance, state funding for the program was repealed saving ...

What is a Minnesota Conservation Fee

Ten MN counties participate in the agricultural land preservation program.  These counties have allowed exclusive agricultural zones to be created or have elected to become an agricultural land preservation pilot county.  They are able  to impose a fee of $5 per transaction on the recording of a mortgage or a deed which is called a conservation fee or jokingly referred to as "Bucks for ...

Why you should consider buying instead of renting!

As a potential First time home buyer, you may feel a little overwhelmed with the entire process of buying your first home. It is my goal to educate and provide you with information, resources and financial options to help you make the dream of buying your first home become a reality. The more you know about the home buying process, the more likely you will be able to purchase the home of your dreams. ...