Stieg Strand's Blog

Do I "need" to replace my siding?  Many homeowners do not do exterior maintenance on their home. It is not very exciting, it takes time, and it is not cheap! For instance, how many HGTV shows spend a bunch of time and money doing siding! NONE! So, it can become something ignored or a more accurat...

There are a number of things to do to your home to get it "show ready". Many of them are costly, and may be truly needed. There is one inexpensive yet eye affirming thing to help attract internet buyers that is obvious, but yet often overlooked.  Sealcoat your driveway! The before and after is am...

2020 has been a challenging year, and as many people have spent more time at home it has led to some thinking about what the future of homes may look like. Here are a few of the reasons according to HGTV why open-concept homes are projected to decline in the coming years... 1. Noise Travel As we ...

The Hardest Working Agent in the Twin Cities   (Summer drone shot of Lake Ann in Chanhassen, photo credit: Lennar)COVID-19 IMPACTHome showings down nearly 12% in Twin Cities in March Compared to 2019  The stats are showing us, that at least for the time being, the negative effects on real estate...

Golden Valley Real Estate - Spring 2020 OutlookFollow Market Trends - Consider the Possibilities - Make Great Decisions  Golden Valley is a great community conveniently located 5 miles west of Minneapolis, and is home to the very popular Theodore Wirth Regional Park, which is part of the #1 Park ...

Shorewood Real Estate - Spring 2020 OutlookFollow Market Trends - Consider the Possibilities - Make Great Decisions   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...

 Victoria Real Estate - Spring 2020 OutlookFollow Market Trends - Consider the Possibilities - Make Great Decisions  Victoria is a growing, family friendly community with great schools in the southwestern metro. Victoria is the City of "Lakes and Parks", and is located in Carver County which was ...

Find Out About the Current Home Values of Edina Real Estate for Spring 2020Follow Market Trends - Consider the Possibilities - Make Great Decisions  Edina continues to rank as one of the top communities in the Twin Cities. With some of the best shopping in the metro, over 40 parks, great trails a...

St. Louis Park Real Estate - Spring 2020 OutlookFollow Market Trends - Consider the Possibilities - Make Great Decisions St. Louis Park is a great community just a few minutes west of downtown Minneapolis, conveniently located near the Chain of Lakes, downtown theater district, shopping, universi...

Chaska Real Estate - Spring 2020 OutlookFollow Market Trends - Consider the Possibilities - Make Great Decisions  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 t...