Stieg Strand's Blog

 Shorewood continues to be a highly sought after residential community near Lake Minnetonka and home values reflect that. Shorewood home values have seen historic appreciation over the last few years with an astounding 37.5% increase in median home prices since 2016. Shorewood median home prices ...

Chaska, has been growing at a continued rapid rate and is a highly desired residential community in the southwestern suburbs. Chaska homes values have seen historic appreciation over the last few years with a 17.5% increase in median home prices since 2016! Homes on the market in Chaska on averag...

Minnetonka ranks as one of the Top 100 Best Places to live (as ranked by Money Magazine) and home values reflect that. Minnetonka homes values have seen historic appreciation over the last few years with a 16.5% increase in median home prices since 2016. Homes on the market in Minnetonka are curr...

 Chanhassen is STILL one of the Top 5 Places to Live (as ranked by Money Magazine) and home values reflect that. Chanhassen homes values have seen historic appreciation over the last few years with a 13.5% increase in median home prices since 2016. Homes on the market in Chanhassen are currently ...

 Eden Prairie continues to be a premier residential community and home values reflect that. Eden Prairie homes values have seen historic appreciation over the last few years with a 13% average increase in home prices since 2016.  Homes on the market in Eden Prairie on average are currently receiv...

Spring has finally arrived in Minnesota (or so we hope!) but summer and the outdoors is right around the corner. To make the most of your summer, consider having your kids participate in summer camp! There are several types of summer camps in Eden Prairie to choose from (link to full list below):...

We get it! You need help buying or selling your home, and you would like to hire a Realtor who has Christian Values and shares your faith in God! Since 2002, the Christian Real Estate Network has been helping to connect people around the country with like-minded real estate professionals. There a...

   The City of Chanhassen is a great community about 30 minutes southwest of downtown Minneapolis, and was ranked as the #4 Best Place to Live by CNN Money Magazine. It is a fun, family-friendly city and has activities throughout the year to enjoy with your kids! Visit some of these family favori...

Last week, realtor.com released a survey of active home shoppers (those who plan to purchase their next home in 1 year or less). The survey asked their opinion on an impending recession and its possible impact on the housing market.Two major takeaways from the survey: 42% believe a recession will...

Agents, I wanted to let you know to thing twice before you sign up with www.ihomefinder.com (MLS/IDX search tool provider)If you don't like their product, which was unimpressive to begin with, they mandate a minimum 30 day written notice, so if you cancel on the 2nd, you will be charged the follo...