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Radon Home Inspection Is It Necessary

February 14, 2014 by Derrick Monroe

Radon Home Inspection Is It Necessary

It seems like just a few years ago nobody was talking about Radon and now its all over the news and now can be included in home inspections.  But the questions is…what is it?  Is it necessary to inspect for Radon Gas when buying a home? As you will see on a Google search for… Continue Reading

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Buyers Agent In Minneapolis

June 11, 2013 by Derrick Monroe

Are you looking for an exclusive buyers agent in Minneapolis? The Derrick Monroe Group with Lakes Area Realty has one of the best buyers agent s in Minneapolis ready to work for your needs. Bobbi Jo Langdon is a full time buyers agent in Minneapolis who works not only the Twin Cities but the western… Continue Reading

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Buy A $150,000 Home For $673.83 A Month

May 2, 2012 by Derrick Monroe

There’s no question, home interest rates are GREAT! As of today, 5/2/12 interest rates are as low as 3.75% with 3% down. If you were purchasing a $150,000 with 3% down and qualified for this typical 30 year mortgage your payment would be less than $674.00 a month, you probably pay more in rent. If… Continue Reading

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Buy A $150,000 Home For $673.83 A Month

May 2, 2012 by Derrick Monroe

There’s no question, home interest rates are GREAT! As of today, 5/2//12 interest rates are as low as 3.75% with 3% down. If you were purchasing a $150,000 with 3% down and qualified for this typical 30 year mortgage your payment would be less than $674.00 a month, you probably pay more in rent. If… Continue Reading

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Relocating To Minneapolis

October 18, 2010 by Derrick Monroe

Relocating to Minnesota? It’s one thing if you’ve been to Minnesota or Minneapolis before but if you’ve never been there or spent any amount of time it can be tough with a relocation move. We help many people each year with their relocation needs to Minnesota and understand that not only are each persons needs… Continue Reading

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Thinking Of A MN Hobby Farm Or Acreage?

May 4, 2010 by Derrick Monroe

If you’re considering purchasing a small hobby farm or acreage in a rural area make sure to ask yourself the right questions before you sign on the bottom line. I live on acreage as well and don’t blame you at all for considering the advantages but there are some items from the real estate side… Continue Reading

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There Isn’t An App For That

May 4, 2010 by Derrick Monroe

From time to time I get calls from home buyers who are confused by what they are finding on the web or cell phone. These buyers are looking on the web from their phone and home computer, finding properties for sale only to drive by and see a sold sign or get confusing information where… Continue Reading

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What You Need To Know About The Home Buyer’s Tax Credit

November 11, 2009 by Derrick Monroe

New legislation extends a tax credit of up to $8,000 for qualifying first time home buyers that was previously set to expire on November 30, 2009. 1st time buyer tax credit If you are a first time home buyer (one who has had no ownership interest in a principal residence in the United States in… Continue Reading

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Tax Credit For Home Buyers

November 6, 2009 by Derrick Monroe

Tax Credit For Home Buyers

The Senate has voted last night (11/4) to extend and expand a popular tax credit for homebuyers that was scheduled to expire Nov. 30. The House is expected to schedule a quick vote on the bill as early as today 11/5 as part of a package that also extends unemployment benefits for people out of… Continue Reading

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Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension & Changes

November 6, 2009 by Derrick Monroe

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions on the changes to the Homebuyer Tax Credit Question: Existing homeowner credit: Must the new house cost more than the old house? Answer: No. Thus, for example, individuals who move from a high cost area to a lower cost area who meet all eligibility requirements will… Continue Reading

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