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Stars, Stripes, Smiles
Start planning for your 4th of July celebration with these awesome events in Saint Paul! Most of us have a favorite spot to watch fireworks for this celebration, but if you are in need of something to do before dark, here are a few great options! 70th Annual 4th in the Park! Annual July 4th... Read More
May 2017 – Local Market Update
Data provided by SPAAR (Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors®) – https://spaar.com Saint Paul – Highland Park New Listings Average Sales Price Days on Market Until Sale May 2016 56 $340,191 54 May 2017 48 $348,884 34 Saint Paul – MERRIAM PARK/LEXINGTON-HAMLINE New Listings Average Sales Price Days on Market... Read More
Summer Activities for Kids in St. Paul
School is out, and it’s time to find family friendly activities for your kids. St. Paul has so many opportunities of things to do with your family! We have found a few suggestions of programs and places to check out this summer, as well as a helpful program providing meals for kids up to age... Read More
Best Privacy Shrubs
Twin Cities are zone 4: http://www.bachmans.com/Zone-Map/divHomePage.html?categoryCode=02&cnb=ZoneMap Privacy shrubs – shortest to highest: Winter Red Winterberry Holly Height 6-8ft (width 6-8ft) If planted close together, make a thick wall of beautiful red berries. The leaves fall of in winter to expose vast branches of rubies that make wonderful centerpieces and wreathes, and attract birds... Read More
A Tourist in Our Own City – B&C, Cathedral, Padelford Tour
For others like me, who have been raised in Minnesota yet have spent very little time in St. Paul, it’s time to try out all the wonderful benefits of living in the capitol city! After living in the southern suburbs of the Twin Cities for almost three decades, I recently moved to St. Paul in... Read More
April 2017 – Local Market Update
Data provided by SPAAR (Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors®) – https://spaar.com Saint Paul – Highland Park New Listings Average Sales Price Days on Market Until Sale April 2016 62 $292,233 92 April 2017 38 $352,640 44 Saint Paul – MERRIAM PARK/LEXINGTON-HAMLINE New Listings Average Sales Price Days on Market Until Sale April... Read More
Painting Bathroom Tile – DIY
Want to update your tile without completely replacing them? Here is an option for the Do-It-Yourselfer – painting over the existing tile! No sanding. No tile saw. No grout. Now this project is not meant for those who would label themselves as perfectionists. This has a textured finish and light brush strokes that show in... Read More
Building A Deck – DIY vs Hiring a Contractor
With the glorious, warm sunshine that will be coming this May, eating lunch or dinner out on your deck, or sharing cocktails with friends, will be the highlight of your day! If you don’t currently have a deck, but have been thinking about adding one on, here is some helpful information on pros and cons... Read More
Garage Upgrade in St. Paul
If only upgrading your garage was as easy as upgrading your vehicle; go shopping at a garage lot, pick out the size garage you want, and haul it home all ready to go! There may not be a garage factory in St. Paul, but there are many resources available to help you plan building or... Read More
ROI on Remodeling
Spring time brings a desire to throw open your curtains and let the light in! It’s a season of inspiration after a long winter, and if you are considering doing some updates to your home, consider your ROI (return on investment) as you budget for your project. “According to Remodeling magazine’s annual cost vs. value report, some of... Read More
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