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Spring 2026: Market Update

Market Update: Looking Back at 2025 The 2025 Twin Cities residential real estate market did not develop the way most experts predicted; a dramatic increase in sales activity spurred by lower mortgage rates combined with pent up buyer demand. R...

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Spring Market Preparation

In real estate, the “spring market” traditionally begins right around the Super Bowl. While that timing still holds, the bigger takeaway is this: spring preparation starts long before a sign goes in the yard. Whether you’re planning to m...

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Radon

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It’s colorless, odorless, and tasteless, making it impossible to detect without proper testing. While it’s present in outdoor ...

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Design Trends: Powder Bath

Powder bathrooms may be compact, but they offer some of the best opportunities in a home to make a bold style statement. Because these spaces are typically used by guests, they allow for a level of creativity that might feel overwhelming in lar...

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Fazendin Realtors Foundation Update – July 2025

The Fazendin Realtors Foundation has given out $24,000 worth of grants to five local nonprofit organizations: NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center, MoveFwd, Clare Housing, Ain Dah Yung Center, and Rebuilding Together Minnesota. These funds w...

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History of Property Showings

The simple process of showing homes to prospective buyers has changed drastically since our founding in 1965. At that time, there were no cell phones, no GPS mapping, no computers, email, or texting, and no lockboxes on the homes.   &n...

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Guaranteed Offer: Is it a good idea?

In today’s housing market, it can be tempting to take the easiest route when selling your home. That’s where "guaranteed offer" programs come in. These services promise to buy your home quickly, often in cash, with no showings or repairs re...

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Moving With Kids and Pets

Moving can be a big transition for anyone—but especially for kids and pets who thrive on routine and familiarity.   Preparing them ahead of time can ease anxiety and make the process smoother for the whole family. Start by involv...

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Farmers Markets

Whether you’re hunting for the perfect heirloom tomato, freshly baked bread, or handmade crafts, the farmers markets across the Twin Cities offer experiences that blend flavor, sustainability, and community. Here are some great Farmers Ma...

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Lake Minnetonka: Then & Now

When Roger Fazendin, our founder, first began selling residential real estate in 1951, Wayzata and Lake Minnetonka—headwaters of Minnehaha Creek—were very separated from the "Twin Cities.” Highway 12 was the two-lane connection, and farm ...

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