February Real Estate Related Events in the Twin Cities

February real estate events in the Twin Cities

Buying Foreclosed and Short-Sale Properties. Topics at this event will include how to find deals in the foreclosure market and then negotiate with the bank. This class for first time home buyers or experienced investors alike will be held on February 17 from. 7 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Pratt Elementary School, 66 Malcolm Av. SE. The price is $15. 612-668-1100.

Buying a Duplex as an Investment. Topics here will include tax benefits of owning rental property, how to evaluate property, and protecting yourself as a landlord. The price for this event is $15 and it will be held on February 18 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Anwatin Middle School, 256 Upton Av. S. 612-668-2470.

Buying a Home: Special Programs. This is an overview of home-buyer programs that include down-payment and closing-cost assistance. It will be held on February 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Roosevelt High School, 4029 28th Av. S. The cost to attend is $15. 612-668-4828.

Buying Distressed Properties. Here, you can learn from Minneapolis nonprofit organization RPG what you need to know about buying homes that are vacant, boarded or condemned. This class is for the purchase of owner-occupied homes and is not for investors. This free event will be held on February 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Henry High School, 4320 Newton Av. N. 612-668-1922.

How to Sell a Home for More Money. Everyone selling a house in this market wants that, right? At this event, learn about staging, home improvements and other ways to make buyers want your home over the competition. This event will be held on February 23 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Lake Harriet Upper Elementary School, 4912 Vincent Av. S. The cost to attend is $15.  612-668-3330.

Buying a Home in Today’s Market. The topics that will be discussed at this event include financing, purchase agreements, price range, tax advantages and when to buy. It will be held on February 25 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Lake Harriet Upper Elementary School, 4912 Vincent Av. S. The cost to attend is $15.  612-668-3330.

Finding and Buying Your First Home. Topics at this event will include choosing a mortgage, first-time home-buyer programs, government loans and negotiating the best price in a buyer's market (such as what we’re experiencing now!). The cost to attend is $15.  This event will be held on March 2 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Henry High School, 4320 Newton Av. N. 612-668-1922. The class will also be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. March 3 at Jefferson Community School, 1200 W. 26th St. 612-668-2740.

Make a Living Selling Real Estate. Interested in a new career path? Here you can learn what you will need to do in order to obtain a real estate license. Te cost to attend is $15 and it will be held on March 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Minneapolis Community Education, Lake Harriet Upper Elementary School, 4912 Vincent Av. S. 612-668-3330.

As always, Barker & Hedges home buying seminars are free and happening on a monthly basis in the Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Twin Cities area. Classes fill quickly so register below to get on our VIP list. All aspects of the Home Buying process will be covered including: How to pick a Real Estate Agent, What types of loans are available, How much money you will need for down payment, Home Buying Tips, Agency Disclosure, The Home Buying Process, and the Purchase Agreement from start to finish.