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        <description>Blog about Twin Cities Real Estate, Communities, Marketing Homes &amp; Local Statistics</description>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>What You Should Know About "Pocket" Real Estate Listings</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ MPR recently did a story about the proliferation of private
sales in the Twin Cities real estate market. I thought that I would take some
time to talk about what a private real estate sale is and what its pros and
cons are.

A private real estate sale, otherwise known as a &ldquo;sleeve&rdquo;
listing or a &ldquo;pocket&rdquo; listing, is a property for which a broker holds a signed
listing agreement from the seller, but it is never actually advertised on a
multiple listing system (MLS).... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 23:54:17 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>Stuck Between Houses in the Twin Cities</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ The Twin Cities real estate market is heating up and sellers are winning the season so far. Inventory is getting a bit tight, resulting in higher sale prices and even multiple bids.&nbsp;The jackpot is a little unecpted and too soon for some home sellers, though. There are stories of home sellers putting houses on the market and having offers withint days. When they accept so soon, a whole new flood of concerns is coming forward:&nbsp; What to do between houses - after one has sold, but before t... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:47:58 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>Twin Cities Parade of Homes, Spring 2013</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Spring hasn&rsquo;t yet sprung, but the spring Parade of Homes is in full swing right now! This annual event, sponsored by the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC), opened on March 2 for its three-week run. It doesn&rsquo;t end until March 24, so you still have two weekends left to check it out!
This year, there are 374 new Twin Cities homes on the Parade of Homes tour. That&rsquo;s a 22 percent increase from last year. Homes on the tour range in price from $139,999 for a two-bedroom ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:19:21 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>6 Mistakes for Home Sellers to Avoid</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ More and more home buyers and home sellers are entering the housing market now that it has finally begun to stabilize.For people who are planning to sell a home, it is important to understand the tax implications that come along with selling a home. It&rsquo;s also important to be aware of structural and cosmetic flaws in a home and neighborhood that could affect the asking price or cause a property to languish on the market.Here are six tips for home sellers to avoid mistakes:Make your home neu... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 01:06:32 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>What $325,000 Buys in Woodbury MN</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Here is MLS # 4330840This like-new 2-story home is located at 2430 Golf Dr in Woodbury, Minnesota.&nbsp; It has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,388-square-feet of space. The house is in a fantastic neighborhood in Woodbury.Built in 2005, this home features an open floor plan, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. The home also has a 3-car garage, a large yard with a deck and patio, and is located near parks and trails.It can be yours for $325,000.Browse more Woodbury MN real estateBrows... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sat, 16 Feb 2013 22:30:31 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>Twin Cities Real Estate a Good Bet in 2013</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Minneapolis real estate and other Twin Cities area communities had a good year in 2012 and it is expected that the trend will continue in 2013 for home sellers.&nbsp;A few things are working in our favor here in Minnesota, as far as real estate sales are concerned. First, Minnesota has a low unemployment rate. And we don&rsquo;t just mean &ldquo;relatively low,&rdquo; as it&rsquo;s hovering just above 5 percent right now. Second, Minnesota, and in particular the Twin Cities area, has an incredib... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 01:51:09 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>Lowry Avenue Bridge to Celebrate Veteran's Day</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ &nbsp;&nbsp;


&nbsp;This Sunday, November 11th is Veteran's Day (although the federal holiday is on Monday, giving many the day off). In honor of the day, and in honor of all those who have served this great country, the Lowry Avenue Bridge is going to be lighting up with the colors red, white, and blue. The bridge will be lit with said American theme from Saturday the 10th until Monday the 12th. &nbsp;The Lowry Avenue Bridge just reopened in late October and is fitted with programmable LED ... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:56:15 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>November Events in the Twin Cities </title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ 

&nbsp;15th Annual Gobbler GamesThis
 event is for parents and children (ages 4-14) set in pairs to 
participate in fun, low-key competitive athletic events. Events include,
 a floor hockey shoot, frisbee toss, basketball free throw, and more. 
Participants should arrive between 10:00 - 11:30 am. The event is free 
in Lino Lakes on November 3rd. 651-982-2445 &nbsp;34th Annual Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar The
 Landmark Center in St. Paul hosts this lively shopping event that 
features h... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 17:26:28 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>Q &amp; A: Are You Ready to Buy a Home?</title>
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Nationwide, it seems the housing market is heating up, just
as it does nearly every Spring and Summer &ndash; including in the Twin Cities area.
Even with those seasons passed, the interest rates are still low with plenty of homes available on the Twin Cities real
estate market.&nbsp; That considered, more and more Minnesotans are pondering if they are ready to
buy a home yet. There are many things to consider, especially for those who may
be first time
home buyers. 

Here are some... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 20:09:56 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>info@barkerhedges.com (Barker and Hedges - Re/Max Results)</author>
            <title>Norton Homes Receives Reggie Award for Excellence</title>
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We are SO excited to announce that Norton Homes has just been given a Reggie Award for its Excellence in Building!&nbsp; This prestigeous award has been given to top Twin Cities Builders for the past 40 years by the Builders Association of the Twin Cities.&nbsp; Winning Builders are chosen by judging teams that consist of local Builders and Associates who determine which home exemplifies excellence in design, construction, quality and value. Owner, Chris Norton, takes a hands-on approach... ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 16:23:04 -0500</pubDate>
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