612.208.2421
September 8, 2021
Results from the real estate market in August shows the number of homes for sale and the average days on the market are down from last month and last year while the average selling price and average price per square foot are both up. Is this fall the time for you to consider listing your home? Reach out to us today to begin the discussion. We are here to help you prepare your home for the market and to ensure an easy selling process. Give us a call. We’d love to set-up time to talk and learn more about what your real estate needs are.
Chelsea Knutson, Georgie Christian & Darcy Warcken
Realtors~ Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
612-208-2421
BLGHomesMN@AvenueRealtyMN.com
BLGHomesMN.com
September 8, 2021
Welcome to this beautifully updated & renovated 1.5 story home in the Fulton Neighborhood of Minneapolis. This home boasts an immense amount of charm and character throughout the interior and exterior. Walking in you are welcomed by refinished hardwood floors throughout, fresh warm paint tones and sun-filled, open spaces. Intricately detailed stonework around the gas fireplace for you to cozy up to in the fall and winter months in the large living room. The expansive kitchen and formal dining areas are great for entertaining and preparing all of your holiday meals.
Downstairs includes heated floors in the family room, a workout/play area, an office space and a built-in bar – plenty of space for entertaining year-round. In addition, there is plenty of storage in the large utility room and the multitude of closets throughout the home.
The upstairs has a wonderful Master Suite with a separate office space and is great spot for soaking up the sun through the many windows and solar tube lighting as you work from home, all while utilizing the reliable and amazingly fast US Fiber Optic Internet. If you prefer to work where the air flows and you can hear the birds chirping, sit out in the beautifully updated 3-season porch that includes new knotty pine ceiling, tile floors and spectacular views of your professionally landscaped backyard oasis. The landscaping is filled with native perennials that create the perfect backdrop to the flagstone patio & walkway.
Just a short walk or bike ride to get you to all of the shops & dining of 50th & France, the outdoor recreation activities at Lake Harriett and all of the parks in SW Minneapolis. This home offers an abundant amount of options for all seasons.
If you are considering a move to SW Minneapolis, this is the home for you! Do not miss this opportunity to have your very own private oasis and move-in ready home located nearby all of the amenities of the Edina/Minneapolis areas!
Our team is here to assist in answering any questions about this property and to schedule a private viewing. Contact us today!!
For more information and photos on this listing click here.
Chelsea Knutson & Georgie Christian
Realtors
612.208.2421
Chelsea@AvenueRealtyMN.com
Georgie@AvenueRealtyMN.com
BLGHomesMN.com
Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
July 27, 2021
In many households, we have been slowly recovering from the pandemic and families have started to travel again this summer!
For many, life’s feeling “normal” and it feels so good!
We officially still have a month of summer left to enjoy and it is not too late to take a road trip to a different destination here in Minnesota. My family is personally taking a “road trip” to Duluth and the North Shore.
Here are a few of our own state’s roadside attractions to check out:
* Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox – Bemidji, MN
* Otto the Otter – Fergus Falls
* Pelican Pete – Pelican Rapids
* Jolly Green Giant – Blue Earth
* Cuyuna Lakes Area – enjoy the main street of Crosby & check out mine lake
* Grand Portage – located almost to the Canada border & has the highest waterfall in the state
* Taylor’s Falls – enjoy hiking, paddling & local cafes
Tell us what your first travel experience was like post pandemic. Did you have hiccups, did you feel the appropriate safety precautions were put in place?
Happy traveling!
Darcy Warcken – Realtor
Darcy@AvenueRealtyMN.com
952-500-3166
Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
Posted in: Better Living Group team
June 23, 2021
Concern #1
How quickly can I make an offer?
This depends on whether or not you have an active and updated preapproval letter. In order to submit an offer – which can be done ASAP, you must have an updated preapproval letter from your Lender/Mortgage Company. If you do not have this in hand, we must get you set up with a lender of your choosing to review finances and go over what you are looking at for price point, down payment, monthly payment, estimates of all and more. Offers can be submitted as soon as you are ready, personally and financially.
Concern #2
How do I make the best offer not knowing what the other offers are?
In a multiple offer situation, sellers cannot disclose terms of the other offers in hand. Writing an offer on a home in multiples is all about making your strongest offer to reflect the following:
* Best price to offer based on the current market in the area and to reflect your comfort level (you are the one paying for this property, your comfort level is IMPORTANT)
* Are you asking for an inspection? If so, is it contingent upon that or non-contingent?
* Consider closing costs (who is paying those, you or the seller?)
* Make sure to request a preferred closing date for the seller.
Concern #3
Do I have enough time to find a home?
YES! Make sure you have a discussion with us regarding your time frame a few months PRIOR to beginning your home search. The importance of timing is huge, especially if you are renting. I would suggest getting your toes in the water 5 months prior to your preferred move in date. This gives us the time to review/set up your home search, prepare homes for you to view and get that lending process locked down.
Don’t get discouraged if your first offer is not accepted on a home, the right home is out there and having these pertinent conversations is something we pride ourselves on as Realtors on the Better Living Group.
Got questions, call us! We would love to get a plan in place for you!
Georgie Christian
Realtor
Lead Buyer Specialist & Listing Specialist
763.807.5021
BLGHomesMN.com
Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
May 14, 2021
Spring is here in Minnesota – the grass is growing, the birds are singing, and beautiful flowers are starting to bloom. First impressions matter and whether you’re getting ready to sell, or you’re just looking to add a little extra pizazz to your home’s exterior, boosting your curb appeal can be quicker and easier than you might expect. Here are just a few projects to consider.
At the top of the list is to Paint your front door – Buy a gallon of paint and add some brightness. Bold trends are in but make sure it doesn’t clash with other colors of your home. Then update your door hardware, swap out exterior lights and landscape lights to help the visual appeal in the evening, it is also a great safety precaution. Also, add flower boxes and fun doormats that are interchangeable. Maybe install new house numbers or a mailbox. Adding patio furniture such as a porch swing is inviting and adding texture with pillows and rugs. Lastly, lay some fresh mulch, spruce up your shrubs and add pops of color with potted flowers.
Now take pride in the updates you just made to your home. Better yet, share some pictures with us of your latest curb appeal projects.
Darcy Warcken
Realtor, Buyer & Listing Specialist
952.500.3166
BLGHomesMN.com
Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
April 29, 2021
There are so many variables when purchasing a home which all depend on the state of the real estate market at the time. When you are looking at today’s market people seem to enter “panic mode” and understandably so.
As I go around speaking to so many different people, their first question to me is “How is the real estate market? I hear it is super crazy and properties are selling for an insane amount above list price.” My response is typically as follows “The real estate market is definitely crazy right now, there’s low inventory so not many options for buyers. Interest rates are also exceptionally low so there are a lot of buyers. Truthfully, it is a great time to sell and a great time to buy, it is just a tough time to do both.” Ain’t that the truth!
Just as majority of others, I have clients I have been working with for a short while, and some for a long time. Both have written multiple offers on many properties and we are continuing their search. In no way is this due to a so-called “bad offer.” The offers we are writing are strong. It is due to the majority of homes selling in multiple offers and for quite the amount above list price. However, this is not for every property. With the lack of inventory there are many buyers looking for homes but there are no homes, so the competition is high.
I also speak to a lot of people who are discouraged by this market and just all-around nervous. I totally get that! However, the right home is out there for you and we will help you find it. Try to not feel discouraged if your offer is not accepted the first, second or even third time. Because that fourth time might just be the perfect home for you.
If you are looking to purchase a home, but are feeling panicked or scared about the current market, trust me we do understand. We are here to help guide and counsel you in the best decision for you moving forward. Yes, the market is crazy but also the interest rates are fantastic and is something to take full advantage of if you are able.
*Please remember, purchasing a home is one of the largest financial decisions you will make in your life. Being comfortable with the offer you submit on a home is huge and a significant factor you should always keep in mind and consider. Don’t just “pay whatever”, really stop and think about it with us, your Realtors, let us help guide you. *
Georgie Christian
Realtor
Lead Buyer Specialist & Listing Specialist
763.807.5021
BLGHomesMN.com
Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
April 16, 2021
The final reveal of Chelsea’s kitchen remodel is ready! Click here to take a virtual tour of Chelsea’s finished kitchen.
Are you considering remodeling? Let us know how we can help. We have a list of referrals we can provide to you and we can help you make decisions on where to add value to your home.
Chelsea Knutson
Realtor
Owner- Team Lead & Lead Listing Specialist
612.710.1378
Chelsea@AvenueRealtyMN.com
BLGHomesMN.com
Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
April 13, 2021
The real estate market in March continues to show the need for new listings. Listings were down both from last year and the prior month while the average selling price is up both year over year and from the prior month. We are continuing to meet with clients to prepare their homes for the market and we are working hard for our buyers to find them the perfect home. We are ready to talk with you about buying and selling, contact us today!
Chelsea Knutson, Georgie Christian & Darcy Warcken
Realtors~ Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
612-208-2421
BLGHomesMN@AvenueRealtyMN.com
BLGHomesMN.com
April 13, 2021
We are honored to have been voted by our clients and industry peers for this years selection of Best Real Estate Professionals in MN for both MN Monthly and Midwest Home!! Thank you for your continued support!!
Click below to read the article that was published in both magazines.
Chelsea Knutson, Georgie Christian & Darcy Warcken
Realtors~ Better Living Group/Avenue Realty
612-208-2421
BLGHomesMN@AvenueRealtyMN.com
BLGHomesMN.com
April 13, 2021
Join us on Saturday, May 1st at Beanhaven Cafe in Minnetonka to protect your identity and sensitive information with Eco Shred, enjoy a treat and coffee on us and meet our team along with Molly Peterson from Waterstone Mortgage. See you there!
For more information click the image below.
Posted in: Better Living Group team, Local Festivities
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