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  <description>This is the number one rated Minneapolis Real Estate Blog discussing various topics from short sales and foreclosures to the current Minneapolis housing conditions.</description>
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    <title>Rockford Lots For Sale in Shadow Ridge</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Opportunity is here.&nbsp; Build with any builder or use ours in the highly sought after Shadow Ridge neighborhood in Rockford.&nbsp; We have lots starting in the $20's open to any builder.

Shadow Ridge is located next to Hurst Woods and these nei... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-03-02 10:01:20</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>1 Acre Rambler In Rockford For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/1-acre-rambler-in-rockford-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/1-acre-rambler-in-rockford-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great 1 acre Rambler in Rockford Township.&nbsp; This home features 3 bedroom's, 2 bath's, 1 acre with open acreage behind the property giving you a feeling of much much more and many updates.

Check out these pictures of MLS#38... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-03-02 09:33:51</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Video of Rockford Home For Sale</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/video-of-rockford-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Check out this video of the property&nbsp; for sale at 7015 Kettenacker Drive.&nbsp; This is a 3 bed, 2 bath 1996 built multi-level home with deck, sprinkler system, new interior paint and more.&nbsp; 

You can find more by using MLS#3873580 or cal... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-30 13:18:36</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Cell Phone Do Not Call List</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/cell-phone-do-not-call-list/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/cell-phone-do-not-call-list/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 





REMEMBER: Cell Phone Numbers Go Public&nbsp;this month.












REMINDER..... &nbsp;all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sales calls.

.... YOU WILL BE CHARG... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-29 12:19:49</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>New Listing In Hanover MN</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-listing-in-hanover-mn/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-listing-in-hanover-mn/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Not too often a newer home like this one at 782 Mallard Street NE comes on the market under $170,000 in Hanover MN.

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Other features &amp; Information:

    2001 built 
    Bay window 
    Lower level is fra... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-29 12:15:24</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Rockford 1 Acre Home For Sale (Just Listed)</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-1-acre-home-for-sale-just-listed/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great Rambler style home located at 3591 Halsey Ave SE in Rockford MN today.&nbsp; If you're looking for a home on 1 or more acres with lots of mature trees and 3 bedroom's on one level then this home is a must see.&nbsp; Check ou... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-27 12:05:44</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Need To Sell My Home In The Next 60 -90 Days</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/need-to-sell-my-home-in-the-next-60-90-days/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/need-to-sell-my-home-in-the-next-60-90-days/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 


With the spring market upon us and the housing market still not 100% on solid ground many people are asking &quot;how can I sell my home in the next 60 to 90 days&quot;?&nbsp; For the purpose of this blog we will assume that &quot;you don't nee... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-26 09:47:45</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Open House Rockford 1/24/2010</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/open-house-rockford-1242010/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We will be hosting an open house Sunday the 24th of January at 7015 Kettenacker Drive from 1-3.&nbsp; Check out this link for all the homes details and hope to see you there.

We can be reached at 612-282-7653 with any questions.



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    <pubDate>2010-01-22 13:21:15</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Acreage - Riverfront Home For Sale Rocford MN</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-riverfront-home-for-sale-rocford-mn/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ If you're looking for acreage look no further.&nbsp; 2415 Jansen Ave SE is our newest listing and it hosts 5 heavily wooded acres with Crow River frontage.








  




































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    <pubDate>2010-01-20 15:12:53</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Home For Sale - Maplewood Manor</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-home-for-sale-maplewood-manor/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We are excited to announce our newest listing in Rockford located at 6690 Maple Drive in the highly sought after Rockford neighborhood of Maplewood Manor.

This is a 1971, updated home, with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and nearly 2,000 finished square feet... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-20 14:21:57</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>David Rosenberg On The Housing Market</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ I found this article with comments by David Rosenberg, Chief Economist &amp; strategist with Gluskin Sheff on the housing market.

&quot;If the Fed stops  buying mortgages and the government allows the tax credits to expire as planned  at the end o... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-15 11:16:32</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>First Time Home Buyer Money - City Of Rockford</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/first-time-home-buyer-money-city-of-rockford/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/first-time-home-buyer-money-city-of-rockford/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Who says money doesn't grow on trees?&nbsp; The city of Rockford MN has money available to first time home buyers.&nbsp; If you're waiting for the right time to buy that first home in Rockford your wait is over.&nbsp; With the low interest rates, aff... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-12 09:28:17</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Information On Rockford Minnesota</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ I am not sure if you're aware but we have another blog called &quot;All About Rockford&quot; which has everything from Rockford real estate information, local business information to fun news about the city of Rockford.&nbsp; Just go to www.AllAboutR... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-12 08:58:14</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Home Sellers Profile For 2009</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-sellers-profile-for-2009/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-sellers-profile-for-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The National Association of Realtors surveys home buyers and sellers annually to gather detailed information about the process.&nbsp; This is a summary of the results gathered for the year 2009.&nbsp; This year's data provides valuable insight to how... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-11 08:57:42</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>7015 Kettenacker Drive Rockford MN</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/7015-kettenacker-drive-rockford-mn/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great property at 7015 Kettenacker Drive in Rockford MN.&nbsp; This property is currently receiving a fresh coat of interior paint by a professional company with all the warm colors of a brand new model home so it will be availabl... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-07 09:47:15</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>2991 Autumn Oaks Circle Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2991-autumn-oaks-circle-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2991-autumn-oaks-circle-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Just listed, 2991 Autumn Oaks Circle in Rockford.&nbsp; This 1993 4-level home has over 2,300 finished square feet with 3 beds, 2 baths and an open floor plan.&nbsp; Just listed 1/6/2010 it won't be on the MLS until 1/11/2010 so you may be hearing ab... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-07 09:27:31</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>New Listing In Delano MN 474 Creek Ave</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-listing-in-delano-mn-474-creekside-ave/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-listing-in-delano-mn-474-creekside-ave/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great home in Delano located at 474 Creek Avenue for $214,900.&nbsp; Not even on the MLS as this blog post is being written so if you're looking for that perfect home in Delano contact us for a private showing.
This home was buil... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-07 08:50:03</pubDate>
    <category>Delano Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>2010 Housing Stimulus Package</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2010-housing-stimulus-package/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 2009 was the year of big bail out&rsquo;s and stimulus packages for large companies, I want to make 2010 about our area, the &ldquo;normalÂ” homeowner who just wants to move but is struggling due to lower home prices.
List your property with us betw... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2010-01-04 10:01:04</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>A View Of the Market</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/a-view-of-the-market/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ You may think that the colder temperatures and holidays would contribute to a slower market.&nbsp; That could not be less true than these past couple of months.&nbsp; 
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Many fine homes are available, great rates are here to stay for a time, t... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-12-01 15:14:41</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Market October 2009</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-market-october-2009/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-market-october-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
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The Minneapolis real estate market is changing all the time, keep up with it here at DerrickMonroe.com.&nbsp; If you're looking to sell or buy any type of real estate contact an area leader in sales, contact The Derrick Monroe Group of Lake... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-11-23 12:14:35</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>3bd, 2bth Rockford Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/3bd-2bth-rockford-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/3bd-2bth-rockford-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We are excited to show you this brand new listing in Rockford MN.&nbsp; This home has never been on the market since the current owners bought it new in 1998.
This Rockford home features 3 bed's, 2 bath's and a 2 car garage.&nbsp; The best way to se... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-11-12 13:02:31</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>What You Need To Know About The Home Buyer's Tax Credit</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-home-buyers-tax-credit/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-home-buyers-tax-credit/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 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. 

If you are a first time home buyer (one who has had no ownership interest in&nbsp; a principal resi... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-11-11 10:38:05</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>Tax Credit For Home Buyers</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/tax-credit-for-home-buyers/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/tax-credit-for-home-buyers/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
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 e... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-11-06 12:07:26</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension &amp; Changes</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-buyer-tax-credit-extension-changes/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-buyer-tax-credit-extension-changes/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 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 ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-11-06 11:58:35</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Acreage For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We are excited for you to check out our&nbsp;three great land listings in Greenfield, Rockford and Delano Minnesota.&nbsp; All three of these parcels are close to each other in area yet very different in what they offer so what better way to showcase... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-26 10:54:30</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Search MLS Listed Homes For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/search-mls-listed-homes-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/search-mls-listed-homes-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ With so many sites out there on the web these days what is the easiest way for you to search the MLS and find that perfect property?
One way you could do it it jump from site to site and log in several times a day or night to see what's new or you c... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-23 09:08:52</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Market Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-market-update1/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-market-update1/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ As we fast approach Halloween, 2010 is just around the corner.&nbsp; The real estate market has not felt quite as fast to most homeowners and many questions are still flying around about how Rockford really sits overall.&nbsp; I took some time this m... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-23 08:54:29</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Basic Info On The $8,000 Tax Credit</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/basic-info-on-the-8000-tax-credit/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/basic-info-on-the-8000-tax-credit/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Many people are still wondering what the $8,000 tax credit is all about so we have put together a quick Q&amp;A of the most common questions.
Q: What type of home purchases qualify for the first time home-buyer credit?
A: Any home located within th... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-22 09:09:45</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>How To Hire The Right Realtor</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/how-to-hire-the-right-realtor/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/how-to-hire-the-right-realtor/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ So you're finding yourself looking to sell a property and now you're looking for that perfect agent to represent you and your equity.&nbsp; You've come to the right place for straight unbiased answers.&nbsp; 
Not all agents are created equal.&nbsp; ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-20 10:04:15</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Do You Need To Do A Short Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/do-you-need-to-do-a-short-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/do-you-need-to-do-a-short-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Are you &quot;sdrawkcab&quot; in your mortgage?&nbsp; Being backwards or upside-down in&nbsp;a&nbsp;mortgage is a simple reality in today's market for many people.
With the boom, high risk loans and weakly founded appraisals at an end coupled with t... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-20 09:18:42</pubDate>
    <category>Foreclosures/Short Sales</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Housing Outlook October 2009</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-housing-outlook-october-2009/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-housing-outlook-october-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The perfect housing update for Minneapolis and those of you that simply want the &quot;facts&quot;.&nbsp; This blog has all the latest information as of today for the Minneapolis real estate market and promises not to bore you to death with stories, ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-20 08:10:17</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Acreage For Sale In Kimball</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-for-sale-in-kimball/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-for-sale-in-kimball/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Welcome to our new listing mls#3843266 located in Kimball MN at 11786 County Road 150 near the golf course.
This 2000 built Rambler sits on 2 1/2 acres and backs to a gorgeous wooded area with creek.&nbsp; Hosting 5 beds, 3 bath's and over 3,000 squ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-05 11:51:24</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Perhaps It's Time We Slow Down</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/perhaps-its-time-we-slow-down/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/perhaps-its-time-we-slow-down/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 

Washington, DC&nbsp;Metro Station on a cold January morning.A man with a violin plays six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes. During that time approx. 2 thousand people passed through the station, most of them on their way to work. After 3 minutes ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-10-02 10:39:15</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Market Update September 2009</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-market-update-september-2009/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-market-update-september-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
The single-family detached homes market segment is rapidly approaching a balance.&nbsp; There are currently 6.3 months of supply available in that segment compared to 8 &amp; 11.7 months in the townhome &amp; condo market respectively.
In the lowe... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-29 09:59:02</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Real Estate Market Housing Supply Outlook</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-market-housing-supply-outlook/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-market-housing-supply-outlook/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
The median sale price in August was $175,000, down 12.5% from a year ago but up once again from July.&nbsp; From March 2009 through August 2009, the median sales price has grown from $154,125 to $175,000.&nbsp; Prices were flat during the same time... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-29 09:50:56</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Investment Property</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-investment-property/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed a great property at 8320 Bridge Street in Rockford MN that is perfect for a rental or commercial use.&nbsp; 
This property is a 1950 built 1 1/2 story home with 2 bed's, 1 bath and a 1 car garage on a city lot that is guided commercia... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-23 09:19:41</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Hanover 4-Level For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/hanover-4-level-for-sale/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Welcome to this 2001 built home located at 10388 Kalen Lane in Hanover MN.
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    <pubDate>2009-09-23 08:55:38</pubDate>
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    <title>Buffalo Acreage Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-acreage-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-acreage-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Welcome to 905 18th Street SE in Buffalo MN.&nbsp; This is a 4-level home that sits high atop a 13 acre slice of paradise.&nbsp; This property is price below market value and is a great buy for someone, will that be you?&nbsp; Don't miss out on this ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-23 08:48:50</pubDate>
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    <title>Hurdles In Short Sale Transactions</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/hurdles-in-short-sale-transactions/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Are you an agent looking to do a short sale or in the middle of one now?&nbsp; Or are you a seller looking to do a short sale on your property?&nbsp; No matter the case the short sale process can be done although difficult at times but it can also go... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-17 15:37:04</pubDate>
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    <title>About Short Sales</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ You know things are popular when they make the Simpson's.&nbsp; When cartoon land can be hit with a foreclosure it can happen to anyone, but what do you do?&nbsp; 

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    <pubDate>2009-09-17 11:43:39</pubDate>
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    <title>FICO 08 Credit Scores</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ The new FICO credit scores labeled as FICO 08 should help those with small bumps on their credit record.&nbsp; Perhaps you have a late car payment or those unpaid parking tickets that are hiding in your glove box are giving you a problem and effectin... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-15 14:15:54</pubDate>
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    <title>Delano 4 Bedroom Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/delano-4-bedroom-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/delano-4-bedroom-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Welcome to 677 Watertown Ave in Delano.&nbsp; Check out the 4 minute video of the home for a real feel of the property.&nbsp; This 4BD, 3 BTH 4 level home is a former model home that still looks like a model in and out.&nbsp; The seller has given thi... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-15 10:24:40</pubDate>
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    <title>Riverfront Home For Sale In Greenfield MN</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/riverfront-home-for-sale-in-greenfield-mn/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Welcome to MLS#3827325 &amp; 10717 Greenfield Rd.&nbsp; This blog will give you the option to view a&nbsp;9 minute video at the bottom of the page of the property or simply view the pictures and information listed below.
This River front home sits o... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-14 09:48:24</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Update For August 2009</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-update-for-august-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ So how is the real estate market in Rockford MN?&nbsp; This Rockford Blog will be mainly based on pure numbers and statistics that will show not only how many properties are for sale but giving an average of asking and selling prices.

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    <pubDate>2009-09-10 15:36:47</pubDate>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Here we are in September 2009 already, winter is just around the corner and I am sure we are all wondering where did our Summer go?&nbsp; Many are also wondering where did the real estate market go or better yet what is it doing now?&nbsp; The fact i... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-09-10 11:44:43</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford River Days 2009</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Each year for the Rockford River Day's I order some give-a-ways ahead of time, this year was no different.&nbsp; I had ordered sport water bottles (32oz) to give out that would have been really cool.&nbsp; Well the Friday before the parade I decided ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-08-10 09:57:14</pubDate>
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    <title>New Construction In Rockford</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ MLS#3812309 is the property located at 2000 Balsam Lane in the Shadow Ridge neighborhood of Rockford.&nbsp; That's where you will find this new construction Rambler style home, built in 2007 this is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 3 car garage 2,401 finished square... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-07-28 13:50:33</pubDate>
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    <title>18 Acres For Sale In Delano</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ How long have you been looking for land for sale in Delano Schools?&nbsp; Your search could easily end once you see this 18.02 acre parcel for sale.
This 18 acres in Delano is located on 45th Court SE and is perfect for that full basement or walk ou... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-07-28 13:35:36</pubDate>
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    <title>Acreage For Sale In Greenfield</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-for-sale-in-greenfield/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ We are excited about this new listing in Greenfield and here is why.&nbsp; First off this 6.33 acre site is rolling and perfect for a walk-out home &amp; it's open to any builder which is rare in this market.
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    <pubDate>2009-07-28 13:27:45</pubDate>
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    <title>Land For Sale In Delano</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/land-for-sale-in-delano/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Looking for land to build on in Delano school's?&nbsp; Check out MLS#3653172 located on 45th Street SE in Delano Minnesota.
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    <pubDate>2009-07-28 13:18:31</pubDate>
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    <title>2 Story Home For Sale In Greenfield</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ If you have not seen the property located at 10717 Greenfield Rd you need too.&nbsp; This 6.22 acre Crow River front home is available for only $599,900.&nbsp; 

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    <pubDate>2009-07-28 12:59:27</pubDate>
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    <title>Becker Home For Sale On Acreage</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great custom built 2 story home.&nbsp; Built by the current owner and high end contractor this home sits on 2.6 acres in the Peterson Farm neighborhood of Becker MN.
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    <pubDate>2009-07-28 12:49:49</pubDate>
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    <title>Monticello Home For Sale River Views</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/monticello-home-for-sale-river-views/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great 2 story home in Monticello overlooking the Mississippi River.&nbsp; With 5 bed's, 3 bath's and just shy of 3,000 finished square feet this home is priced great at only $149,900.
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    <pubDate>2009-07-28 12:03:09</pubDate>
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    <title>Buffalo Acreage Just Listed</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great property located at 905 18th Street SE in Buffalo.&nbsp; The MLS# 3816461 is current as of 7/28/2009 but keep in mind these numbers can change.
This Buffalo acreage home sits on nearly 13 acres with 3 bed's, 3 bath's, 3 car... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-07-28 11:41:08</pubDate>
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    <title>Home Buyer Tax Credit Update</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Home Buyer Tax Credit Could Expand.
A first time home buyer tax credit of up to $8,000 has helped to move housing inventory during an otherwise sluggish real estate market.&nbsp; Now there is talk between both the business community and legislators ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-07-01 10:49:51</pubDate>
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    <title>The Bad &amp; Ugly Of The Palm Pre</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/the-bad-ugly-of-the-palm-pre/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ OK, I have had this Palm Pre for 6 days now and there are some bugs.&nbsp; With any new product I would not expect anything less so not complaining to simply complain here.
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    <pubDate>2009-06-11 11:40:05</pubDate>
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    <title>Palm Pre vs. Blackberry Curve 8330</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ How does the Palm Pre stack up to the Blackberry?
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    <pubDate>2009-06-07 10:37:36</pubDate>
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    <title>Cool Bathroom's</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Could you use these bathroom's?&nbsp; I have been in a ton of homes but I have never seen anything like these amazing bathroom pictures, enjoy!

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    <description> <![CDATA[ Just Hitting The Market Today!
This is a great new listing located at 6910 Country Lane in Rockford.&nbsp; Property features include 2 bedroom's (one HUGE master suite with private bath), 2 baths with 3rd one started on lower level. 
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    <pubDate>2009-06-02 16:15:17</pubDate>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Open House June 6th, 2009 12-1
We will be holding an open house in the Shadow Ridge neighborhood at 2011 Balsam lane, Rockford on Saturday the 6th from 12-1.
This is a 94 built 1 1/2 story home with all the upgrades like Granite, Stainless Steel ap... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-06-02 16:00:19</pubDate>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Open House June 6th, 2009 2:30 - 3:30
Come join us at 7005 Sarah Lane in Rockford on June 6th from 2:30 - 3:30.&nbsp; This 2000 built 4 level home hosts bed's, 3 bath's, 3 car garage and over 2,100 finished square feet for only $209,900.

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    <pubDate>2009-06-02 14:10:17</pubDate>
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    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/open-land-sunday-june-7th/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ You Heard Right - 'OPEN LAND&quot;
Tired of driving by land and not knowing the full scoop of how it lays out, where property lines are, where would you build the house and simply - &quot;what's the price anyway?&quot;&nbsp; Well the answer is here,... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-06-02 13:52:20</pubDate>
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    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/two-story-in-rockford-for-sale/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Open House June 6th, 2009 1:15 - 2:15
This fabulous 1970 built 2 story home sits on a mature landscaped lot with large trees for shade &amp; privacy.&nbsp; From the steel siding, new windows &amp; furnace to the huge open kitchen and floor plan this... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-06-02 13:35:18</pubDate>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Open Town-House Saturday June 6th 2:30-3:30
This is a great 3bd, 3bth, 2 car garage end unit town-home in Rockford.&nbsp; With nearly 1,900 finished square feet this walk-out end unit has plenty of room for all your things.
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Open Sunday June 7th, 2009 12-1
1410 Bellavista Circle is a 4bd, 3 bth, 2,307 finished square foot two story home in an upscale neighborhood with pool.&nbsp; Come enjoy the open house or call Derrick at 612-282-7653 anytime for a private tour of thi... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-06-02 12:06:05</pubDate>
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    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-riverfront-property-just-listed/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-riverfront-property-just-listed/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Open House Sunday June 7th, 09 2-3
Hot new listing in Greenfield with 6.22 acres and nearly 300ft on The Crow River!&nbsp; This property will be open for public viewing on Sunday June 7th, 2009 from 2-3 PM.
Features of this great executive style ho... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-06-02 11:02:05</pubDate>
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    <title>Where To Start When Selling</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ 
Thinking of selling and don't know where to start?&nbsp; That's OK, selling a home in any market, especially this one can be a scary proposition but with the right preparation can still be successful when all the pieces are put together int he righ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-04-23 11:36:48</pubDate>
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    <title>House Tax Bill Hits Real Estate</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Delete All Amendment HF2323
On Monday this week, the Minnesota House of Representatives Tax Committee released a &quot;delete all amendment&quot; to HF2323 and added provisions that are negative for real estate in the Omnibus Tax Bill.
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    <pubDate>2009-04-21 16:26:55</pubDate>
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    <title>Home For Sale In Delano</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-for-sale-in-delano/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Just listed, gorgeous 2 story home with all the upgrades you could want.&nbsp; This 2006 former model home has never been lived in and is ready for you.&nbsp; 
This property features over 2,400 finished square feet with wood floors, tile, private ow... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-04-21 14:45:45</pubDate>
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    <title>Shadow Ridge 2 Story For Sale</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ 2011 Balsam Lane, Rockford
We just listed this great 2 story home in the Rockford neighborhood of Shadow Ridge.&nbsp; This home features 4 bedroom's, 3 bath's, 2 car garage all on a wooded lot.
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    <pubDate>2009-04-21 13:39:32</pubDate>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Ok, here is the choice, new SUV or real estate?&nbsp; Wondering why these two for choices, because for the price of a new SUV you can buy a home in Minneapolis.

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    <pubDate>2009-04-09 14:35:16</pubDate>
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    <title>Is April The Turn Around In Real Estate?</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ April showers bring May flowers, or so the saying goes but I think all of us in the Twin Cities area might say it should be April showers &ldquo;of snowÂ” bring May flowers.&nbsp; I am not sure what is up with the snow in April and all this cold weat... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-04-09 14:01:42</pubDate>
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    <title>Buffalo Rambler Home For Sale</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-rambler-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 703 Schubert Drive, Buffalo, MN
We are excited to announce we just listed this great Rambler style home in Buffalo.&nbsp; With over 2,400 finished square feet, full brick front and an unbelievable lot that backs to a creek this home has it all.

T... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-04-09 11:55:20</pubDate>
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    <title>Minnesota Home Values</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minnesota-home-values/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minnesota-home-values/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ What's Your Minnesota House Worth?
Here we are in April of 2009 already and the housing market continues to be a strong competitor in the water cooler talks.
If you're looking to sell,buy or just curious as to your homes value here is some great in... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-04-08 13:14:41</pubDate>
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    <title>Buffalo Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Original owner &amp; first time offered at such a great price.&nbsp; This 2004 custom built 4 level home offers 4 beds, 4 baths, 3 car garage and over 2,200 finished square feet.
If you're looking in the Buffalo area this property should be on top o... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-03-26 13:57:52</pubDate>
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    <title>7005 Sarah Lane Rockford Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/7005-sarah-lane-rockford-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/7005-sarah-lane-rockford-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this great 2000 built 4-level home in Rockford.&nbsp; Head to 7005 Sarah Lane in Rockford and meet us for your private showing of this 4 bed, 3 bath 2,100 finished square foot home today by calling Derrick at (612) 282-7653.
To get a ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-03-19 12:25:26</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Home For Sale On Crow River</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-home-for-sale-on-crow-river/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-home-for-sale-on-crow-river/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just reduced the price on this great walk-out Rambler located at 6301 CR 10 in Rockford.&nbsp; This is a gorgeous 2003 custom built Rambler with 4 beds, 3 baths, over 3,000 finished square feet and all on nearly an acre and the Crow River.
Check ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-03-18 14:53:50</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Does Brand Matter?</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/does-brand-matter/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/does-brand-matter/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Is the company name / brand all you should look at when selling or buying real estate?&nbsp; First and foremost, understand you may find the right agent for you &quot;IS&quot; at the big brand company but is that by design or chance?&nbsp; Lets take ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-03-09 11:15:52</pubDate>
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    <title>Homeowner Stability Plan Part 2</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/homeowner-stability-plan-part-2/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/homeowner-stability-plan-part-2/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Part 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Borrowers Who Are at Risk of Foreclosure Are Asking: 
&nbsp;
1. What help is available for borrowers who are at risk of foreclosure either because they are behind on their mortgage or are struggling to make the payments? ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-18 14:25:38</pubDate>
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    <title>Homeowner Affordability &amp; Stability Plan - Part 1</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/homeowner-affordadability-stability-plan/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/homeowner-affordadability-stability-plan/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Part 1:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Questions and Answers for Borrowers about the Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan 
&nbsp;
Borrowers Who Are Current on Their Mortgage Are Asking: 
&nbsp;
1. What help is available for borrowers who stay current on... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-18 14:04:09</pubDate>
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    <title>$10,000 To Buy In Minneapolis</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/10000-to-buy-in-minneapolis/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/10000-to-buy-in-minneapolis/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Advantage Home Buyer Program
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Been waiting to buy that first house in the Minneapolis area but don't have enough down payment money or don't have enough to do repairs as you would like?&nbsp; Wait no more, Minneapolis has a new pro... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-18 12:24:43</pubDate>
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    <title>8,000 Reasons To Buy Now</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/8000-reasons-to-buy-now/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/8000-reasons-to-buy-now/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit
Are you a buyer still on the fence whether you should buy or not?&nbsp; Have you been watching the market closely and trying to catch it at the right time?&nbsp; The time is here and not only can we share 8,000 great... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-18 10:17:18</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>New Rockford MN Web Site</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-rockford-mn-web-site/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-rockford-mn-web-site/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I just launched last week a brand new Blog dedicated to Rockford Minnesota, hence the name, &quot;all about Rockford&quot;.
The web page http://allaboutrockford.com will be comprised of Rockford real estate information as well as anything related to... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-17 17:34:23</pubDate>
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    <title>Becker Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/becker-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/becker-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed a gorgeous custom 2-story home at 8011 146th Ave SE in Becker Minnesota.&nbsp; This Becker acreage property has so many custom touches you won't want to miss it.&nbsp; 
If you're looking for a 5 bd, 4bth, 3+ car garage and over 4,300 ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-10 14:52:44</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Can I Buy A Home With Less Than 20% Down?</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/can-i-qualify-for-a-loan/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/can-i-qualify-for-a-loan/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
I have been getting many questions recently on loans.&nbsp; The most common questions I am hearing are, &quot;Can I qualify for a loan&quot; and &quot;Can I buy a home with less than&nbsp;20% down&quot; - the answer is YES.


&nbsp;
With all th... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-05 13:23:04</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>Home Inspections</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-inspections-what-the-/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/home-inspections-what-the-/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I was going to do a whole blog about &quot;Home Inspections&quot; and the benefits of having a home inspection with these pictures but thought it was better to just leave well enough alone.&nbsp; These are pictures a friend of mine gave me from his h... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-04 13:49:36</pubDate>
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    <title>Bill Says</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/bill-says-minneapolis-real-estate-on-the-rise/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/bill-says-minneapolis-real-estate-on-the-rise/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Hear Ye Hear Ye 
On&nbsp;Dog-Bone Knob this glorious Groundhog Day, February 2nd, 2009 
Bill proclaimed that his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers were World Champions one more time 
And a sky above me 
Showed&nbsp;no shadow beside me 
So the Minneapo... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-02 12:22:00</pubDate>
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    <title>Minneapolis Real Estate January Statistics</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-january-statistics/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-january-statistics/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ So what happened in the Minneapolis real estate market last month?&nbsp; While Minneapolis has a wide variety of properties for sale and spans a large area I wanted to break it down and show you the basic numbers.
In January 2009 the Minneapolis rea... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-02 10:47:27</pubDate>
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    <title>February Housing Inventory Rockford Minnesota</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/february-housing-inventory-rockford-minnesota/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/february-housing-inventory-rockford-minnesota/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Heading into February 2009 Rockford has the following inventory to select from:

    26 Rockford single family homes for sale 
    8 townhomes for sale 

The single family homes for sale have an average of:

    3 1/2 beds 
    2 1/2 baths 
... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-02 10:29:31</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate January 09.</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-january-09/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-january-09/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Hitting the second month of 2009 already and the buyers are starting to look more which is a good sign.&nbsp; January was not a big month of sales for the town of 4,000 however based on current showing requests February may prove to be a better month... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-02-02 10:23:08</pubDate>
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    <title>Is The Media To Blame</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/is-the-media-to-blame/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/is-the-media-to-blame/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Can the media really impact the economy in a positive way or negative for the world?&nbsp; I have been hearing for years in casual conversations with people &ldquo;well that&rsquo;s what they sayÂ”, who is &ldquo;theyÂ” anyway?&nbsp; The &ldquo;theyÂ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-30 11:36:47</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Short Sale &amp; Foreclosures</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/short-sale-foreclosures/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/short-sale-foreclosures/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 




In a market of increased homes on the market that are in the process of foreclosure, or that have been foreclosed already, REALTORS&reg; are dealing with more and more properties needing unique marketing. In some of these transactions, the ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-27 09:58:53</pubDate>
    <category>Foreclosures/Short Sales</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Real Estate 2008 &amp; 2009</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-2008-2009/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-2008-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The 2008 Minneapolis real estate market is behind us, where have we been and what do we expect in 2009?

If you have any further questions about the Minneapolis real estate market or any of the suburbs please contact us or give Derrick a call at (6... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-26 16:29:01</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Minnesota Real Estate Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-minnesota-real-estate-update/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-minnesota-real-estate-update/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Rockford real estate market update as of 1/26/2009 1:45 P.M.

    Rockford has 24 single family homes for sale 
    Single family homes have been on the market on average for 183.6 days 
    Rockford single family homes for sale now have an avera... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-26 13:58:52</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Skyway For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-skyway-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-skyway-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Yes, you read right, a skyway.&nbsp; Who would have thought such a thing would be for sale and of course I found it on Craigslist . 

If you need a bridge, skyway or just something cool for the yard here is your shot.
It was designed by &ldquo;The... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-26 12:36:03</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford/Buffalo Proposed For Local Energy Facility</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockfordbuffalo-proposed-for-local-energy-facility/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockfordbuffalo-proposed-for-local-energy-facility/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Great Northern Prairie Energy, a Minnesota based company, recently proposed to build a 23-24 megawatt, wood fired biomass facility in the Rockford / Buffalo area.&nbsp; This facility could produce enough energy for about 18,000 local households.
How... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-21 11:31:32</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit1/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit1/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ This page describes how the mortgage relief tax credit effects the first time home buyer.

Who is Eligible:

    The $7,500 tax credit is available for first-time home buyer only. 
    The law defines a first-time home buyer as a buyer who has n... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-19 14:31:44</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Real Estate Statistics 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-statistics-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-statistics-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The Minneapolis real estate market stats are in.&nbsp; The board of Realtors published this information Jan 14th 2009 using the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) for the data.

    New listings were down in the Minneapolis market by 10.9% from 2007 
... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-16 16:06:47</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Video Tour</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-video-tour/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-video-tour/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Re-locating to the Twin Cities but really have not had time to see the city?&nbsp; While we are not movie makers we felt it was a benefit to provide an overview of Minneapolis so we came up with a short 2 1/2 minute video.
Minneapolis has so much to... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-16 11:24:15</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Woodhill Neighborhood of Rockford</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/woodhill-neighborhood-of-rockford/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/woodhill-neighborhood-of-rockford/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The Woodhill neighborhood in Rockford has long been a prominent area stemming from the tree canopy covered lots to the stylish custom homes built through the late 90's into the 2000 era.
While Woodhill is not the largest Rockford neighborhood it rem... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-16 11:15:52</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>2009 Interest Rate Start</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2009-interest-rate-start/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2009-interest-rate-start/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ And were off... 2 weeks into 2009 and the rates could not be better.&nbsp; When the FED announced on December 16th they would start the process to buy up $500 billion in mortgage backed securities in 2009 the market reacted with an incredible market ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-14 11:40:57</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Buyers Â– Waiting for the Bottom Â– Five Reasons to Buy Now</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buyers-waiting-for-the-bottom-five-reasons-to-buy-now/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buyers-waiting-for-the-bottom-five-reasons-to-buy-now/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Got real estate and a new home on the brain but don't know when to jump in?&nbsp; All your friends and family have their opinion, the news another and its all too confusing, right?&nbsp; Don't let it be, just step back, look at the big picture and as... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-14 11:13:42</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Inventory Jan 2009</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-inventory-jan-2009/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-inventory-jan-2009/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The Rockford real estate market for January 2nd, 2009 has the following inventory:

26 Single Family Homes For Sale

    $251,437 is the average asking price 
    194.9 days on market so far 
    3.65 beds on average 
    2.46 baths on average... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-02 13:33:20</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Voted Rockford's Best</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/voted-rockfords-best/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/voted-rockfords-best/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ First thank you very much to the community of Rockford for your local support of our business and we will continue to strive to do our best locally and stay in tune with the real estate market for you.&nbsp; We recently received the note and award be... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-02 11:52:05</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Mpls St. Paul Magazines Super Real Estate Agent</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mpls-st-paul-magazines-super-real-estate-agent/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mpls-st-paul-magazines-super-real-estate-agent/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ What a pleasure to receive Mpls St. Paul Magazines &quot;Super Real Estate Agent 2008&quot; award this year making it 2 years in a row!&nbsp; This award is especially close to my heart as it's voted on by only past clients and other agents in the bus... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-02 11:39:34</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>9 Tips In 09 For Sellers</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/9-tips-in-09-for-sellers/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/9-tips-in-09-for-sellers/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ New Years Day is here and 2009 is going to be a great year of changes for us all.&nbsp; One thing I was looking forward to doing this week was starting off with some great tips for sellers in 2009 to keep more equity and help the process stay as smoo... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2009-01-01 09:18:49</pubDate>
    <category>Home Selling Information</category>
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    <title>Happy New Year</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/happy-new-year/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/happy-new-year/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ It's just about noon on 12/31/2008 leaving only 12 hours left for the 2009 countdown.&nbsp; Can you believe it will be 2009 already, seems like yesterday Prince came out with &quot;Tonight I'm Going To Party Like It's 1999&quot; and we all had &quot;... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-31 11:45:38</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Market For 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-market-for-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-market-for-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ As the Rockford real estate market comes to a close in 2008 let's take a look back at 2007 and see where we are today.


    
        
            Rockford
            2007
            2008
            Change
        
        
            ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-31 10:33:47</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>2008 Minneapolis Real Estate Market Statistics</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2008-minneapolis-real-estate-market-statistics/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2008-minneapolis-real-estate-market-statistics/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Another year&nbsp;will come and go&nbsp;as of midnight tonight and on to 2009.&nbsp; What can we expect for the 2009 Minneapolis real estate market?&nbsp; What did we see happen in 2008 and how much different was it from the 2007 real estate market?&... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-31 09:50:18</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Happy Holiday's</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/happy-holidays/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/happy-holidays/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Well here we are Christmas Eve and we just got 4 inches of fresh snow and it's actually lightly falling now.&nbsp; I am in the office this morning catching up on some &quot;to-do's&quot; while it's a little quieter and looking forward to the real est... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-24 09:52:57</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Snow Rules</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-snow-rules/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-snow-rules/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Now that we see some white stuff out there and I hear more on the way lets make sure all of us local Rockford residents are aware of the snow rules.

Rockford city ordinance 801.08 prohibits the parking of a vehicle on or within 6 feet of the roadw... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-08 11:27:15</pubDate>
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    <title>Price &amp; Expertise Matters</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/price-expertise-matters/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/price-expertise-matters/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I have been thinking about this blog post for a while.&nbsp; It&rsquo;s about price, it's about money and it's about equity.&nbsp; Sometimes price and money is like talking about religion or politics, it can be a touchy subject.&nbsp; Touchy subject ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-08 10:53:05</pubDate>
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    <title>Selling In The Winter</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/selling-in-the-winter/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/selling-in-the-winter/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
Winter is officially upon us and whether you love or hate it you must understand as a seller there are things you should do.

Selling in the winter is different for obvious reasons in cold climates with snow, its cold and the foliage is not the s... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-08 09:59:18</pubDate>
    <category>Home Selling Information</category>
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    <title>New Home Listings Sent 24/7</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-home-listings-sent-247/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-home-listings-sent-247/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Did you know you can receive hot new property listings in your in-box 24/7 without even searching for them?
Sign up on our web site, perform a property search, click the &quot;save &amp; search&quot; button then a box will appear to name your search... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-12-05 09:44:54</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Search Foreclosed Properties</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/search-foreclosed-properties/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/search-foreclosed-properties/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We are excited to launch our brand new &quot;Foreclosure&quot; search capability to our web site. Our on-line customers wrote in and asked for it so we delivered!
Our Search Foreclosure tab is located on the Quick Search box at the top left of our w... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-29 10:39:00</pubDate>
    <category>Foreclosures/Short Sales</category>
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    <title>Citigroup Receives Bailout</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/citigroup-receives-bailout/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/citigroup-receives-bailout/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Making headlines is yet another bailout for the financial industry. U.S stock markets opened higher today as news of the Citigroup bailout plan traveled.

The U.S government announced Sunday a rescue package for Citigroup, the parent company of Cit... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-24 10:13:06</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Fannie Mae To Suspend Foreclosures</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/fannie-mae-to-suspend-foreclosures/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/fannie-mae-to-suspend-foreclosures/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I just read an article released yesterday that Fannie Mae will suspend foreclosures until January 2009 while the streamlined modification program is implemented.
&nbsp;
The streamlined modification program was announced November 11, 2008. The progr... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-21 10:01:12</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Market Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-market-update/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-market-update/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ By Derrick Monroe - The Derrick Monroe Group 11/20/08
I took a look at the Rockford real estate market as of 11/20/08 comparing some different variables. First let's look at Rockford properties sold in the last 90 days compared to same time 2007:
... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-20 17:46:01</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Riverfront Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/riverfront-home-for-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/riverfront-home-for-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We listed this custom walk out Rambler last week in Rockford on The Crow River and we are having an open house Sunday 11/23/08 2-4 PM if you can make it.
This is a 2003 Rambler with 3,080 finished square feet all on nearly an acre. 6301 CR 10 Rockfo... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-20 14:56:52</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Home For Sale</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-rockford-listing-112008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/new-rockford-listing-112008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We just listed this wonderful 3 bd, 2 bath Four Level home at 6620 Edgewood Street in Rockford last night and are very excited to show it. 
Located in Rockford's heavily wooded neighborhood of Maplewood Manor this 1,993 sq ft home has recently been ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-20 14:37:23</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Consider Everything When Establishing Value</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/consider-everything-when-establishing-value/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/consider-everything-when-establishing-value/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ There&rsquo;s no doubt we&rsquo;ve been inundated with depressing economic and housing news over the past few years. Every day is a new headline, every channel has a new article about the recession and the debate has shifted from &ldquo;if" to &ldquo... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-18 17:01:55</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>2009 FHA Loan Limits</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2009-fha-loan-limits/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/2009-fha-loan-limits/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Below&nbsp;is a FHA Loan Limit chart for the Twin Cities &amp; Western WI area. If you would like to see a property that fits your buying needs or are in need of financing contact Derrick Monroe at (612) 282-7653 today.
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    <pubDate>2008-11-17 14:19:54</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>REALTOR vs. Agent</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/realtor-vs-agent/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/realtor-vs-agent/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Although people use the terms REALTOR&reg; and agent or real estate agent interchangeably that is incorrect. There are many differences between real estate agents and REALTORS&reg;.
Although both REALTORS&reg; and real estate agents are licensed to ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-14 14:00:03</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Office &amp; Retail Space In Rockford</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/office-retail-space-in-rockford/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/office-retail-space-in-rockford/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ We have office or retail space for rent in Rockford right on Hwy 55. This space is freshly remodeled, 10 ft ceilings, recessed lighting in a professional building all located on 55 which is a 23,000 cars per day Highway per MN-DOT. 
Single offices f... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-14 12:25:09</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Hurst Woods Neighborhood</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/hurst-woods-neighborhood/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/hurst-woods-neighborhood/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I have been getting some calls lately asking where you can buy a new construction home in a wooded neighborhood instead of the standard cookie cutter lots in the Rockford area.
Hurst Woods is a newer development to the Rockford area and while the fr... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-10 09:35:09</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Millions To Help Minneapolis Housing Crisis</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/millions-to-help-minneapolis-housing-crisis/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/millions-to-help-minneapolis-housing-crisis/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Near $60 million in federal money has been targeted at selling and rehabbing abandoned and foreclosed homes to get the area not only cleaned up but on the path to better real estate values. 
The Twin Cities, three metro counties and the state of Min... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 17:10:14</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Is a Short Sale Right for You?</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/is-a-short-sale-right-for-you/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/is-a-short-sale-right-for-you/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ By Derrick Monroe - 11/7/2008
A big topic in today's real estate world is &quot;Short Sales&quot;. The short sale is where homeowners looking to sell their home in this slumping market ask lenders to forgive the debt between what they can sell the p... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 14:56:18</pubDate>
    <category>Foreclosures/Short Sales</category>
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    <title>Upside Down Real Estate Market</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/upside-down-real-estate-market/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/upside-down-real-estate-market/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ A Friend of mine sent me this article last week and I wanted to post it for you. 
If you&rsquo;re ever in Poland, you might want to go see one of the country&rsquo;s most popular tourist attractions, in the village of Szymbark. Designed by Polish bu... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 13:38:34</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Out Of This World Real Estate</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/out-of-this-world-real-estate/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/out-of-this-world-real-estate/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Just when I thought I had seen it all along comes a UFO home for sale. Now I have been on my share of appointments and sold properties that may have been a little &quot;unique&quot; but nothing like this, pretty cool!

11/7/08 ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 13:32:12</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>The Simpsons House</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/the-simpsons-house/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/the-simpsons-house/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I can&rsquo;t believe I haven&rsquo;t heard about this before, it&rsquo;s been around for years!
I was browsing the web today and came across these photos and I knew I recognized it, but I couldn&rsquo;t tell where I had seen that house before. Afte... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 13:24:31</pubDate>
    <category>Various Topics &amp; Humor</category>
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    <title>Neighborhood Lot Under $10,000</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/neighborhood-lot-under-10000/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/neighborhood-lot-under-10000/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
By Derrick Monroe - 11/7/08
You May Need A Doctor After That Headline...

But you read it right; we have a city lot for sale in Rockford Minnesota for under $10,000.
This lot sits across from the City Park off of Jansen Ave SE and Main Street a... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 12:54:11</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Acreage &amp; lake Sarah Views</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-lake-sarah-views/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/acreage-lake-sarah-views/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Got Plans To Build?

You're in luck; this near 5 acre parcel in Greenfield Minnesota overlooks the popular Lake Sarah.
This 4.7 acre property is 685 x 754 x 1000 and rolls gently allowing for any style home including a walk out. The great thing ab... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 12:37:08</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Wooded Cul-De-Sac Lot</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/wooded-cul-de-sac-lot/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/wooded-cul-de-sac-lot/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Come In Disguise...
Because if you're friends are looking for a new home too they may want to come with you and you're likely to fight over this one!

This walk out Rambler located at 5550 Basswood Circle in Rockford is so great it's hard to know ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 11:59:27</pubDate>
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    <title>Check Out This Rockford Rambler</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/check-out-this-rockford-rambler/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/check-out-this-rockford-rambler/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Outgrown your current home or apartment? 

At this price you really need to see this Rambler located in Rockford. This walk out Rambler was built in 1988 and hosts 3 bed's, 2 bath's, 2 car attached garage, large deck, open kitchen with an oversize ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 11:43:18</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Investor Or First Time Home Buyer</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/investor-or-first-time-home-buyer/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/investor-or-first-time-home-buyer/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ No, it's not a magic trick the price really is under $100,000!

If you're an investor or first time home buyer this property located at 407&nbsp;3rd Ave NE in Buffalo may be the perfect spot.
Located near downtown Buffalo on a large corner lot thi... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-07 11:29:00</pubDate>
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    <title>Riverfront Acreage In Greenfield</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/riverfront-acreage-in-greenfield/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/riverfront-acreage-in-greenfield/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Don't move to slow on this one or it may be gone. 
10355 Greenfield Road is a 4.73 acre home with over 350 feet on The Crow River in Greenfield.
This property has 4 bd, 4 bth, 3,260 finished square feet and a 48 x 36 pole building for all those toy... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-06 17:17:49</pubDate>
    <category>Homes For Sale</category>
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    <title>Hobby Farms In Greenfield</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/hobby-farm-in-greenfield/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/hobby-farm-in-greenfield/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ As the sun sets over the land and you catch a glimpse of the horses and rolling landscape you will know you're home! If you've been looking for that perfect Hobby Farm you can stop here, this one is so nice it will even have your horse smiling!
1034... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-06 14:24:27</pubDate>
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    <title>Mortgage Aid Plan A Failure So Far</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-aid-plan-a-failure-so-far/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-aid-plan-a-failure-so-far/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 






The government expects only 20,000 borrowers that are in trouble to refinance by next fall under a new Mortgage aid program passed by lawmakers over the summer. The &ldquo;Hope for Homeowners&quot; program was launched on October 1st 20... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-05 17:20:46</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>Rockford School Vote</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-school-vote/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-school-vote/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ This was the second time that Rockford School district 883 had a referendum on the table for approval and last night it was voted down by a margin of 2,089 yes votes to 3,044 no votes. More information on the referendum can be found here and if you h... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-05 10:49:31</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Election Results 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-election-results-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-election-results-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The election is over and the results are in. Rockford Minnesota not only had council members and the Mayor up for grabs but the Rockford school referendum as well.
I voted myself in my area of Rockford Township and was proud to see all those who tur... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-05 10:36:28</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Delano Real Estate Market Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/delano-real-estate-market-update/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/delano-real-estate-market-update/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ This information is reliable but not guaranteed. The statistics below show properties currently for sale in Delano as of today. You will see how long properties have been for sale and what they offer in various price ranges.
If at anytime you would ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-11-03 14:27:41</pubDate>
    <category>Delano Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Mortgage &amp; Foreclosures</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-foreclosures/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-foreclosures/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ By Ron Monroe - PHH Home Loans





Didn&rsquo;t we drive around just a few years ago and see all these &ldquo;starter castles" popping up all over the place?&nbsp; It always amazed me that these BIG homes were popping up all over plus they had... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-31 09:23:48</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>Does Your Home Stand Out Enough To Sell</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/does-your-home-stand-out/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/does-your-home-stand-out/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Well it better in today&rsquo;s challenging real estate market...
More than ever selling real estate today requires something different, something that jumps out at a buyer. When you decide to place your property on the market especially if you live... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-30 17:09:34</pubDate>
    <category>Home Selling Information</category>
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    <title>Real Estate Market Update For Buffalo MN</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/real-estate-market-update-for-buffalo-mn/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/real-estate-market-update-for-buffalo-mn/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ This chart is an indication of the current active Buffalo single family homes, Townhomes and the sold properties in Buffalo MN for Jan1, 2008 - October 29, 2008. The chart below shows the averages and is considered reliable information based form an ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-29 12:30:12</pubDate>
    <category>Buffalo Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>All Realtors Are The Same</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/all-realtors-are-the-same/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/all-realtors-are-the-same/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
All Realtors are created equal, right? It's one of the biggest misunderstandings I hear on the real estate market of today and it&rsquo;s simply not true. That&rsquo;s like saying all Football players are the same, all teachers are the same, all me... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-29 11:26:44</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>What About The Day's On Market?</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/what-about-the-days-on-market/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/what-about-the-days-on-market/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ You're considering a move but want to know how long this is going to take so you call 3 agents over to give their angle on the market, what they can do and the biggie; how long will this take?
The question in itself seems simple enough right? Unfort... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-29 09:24:24</pubDate>
    <category>Home Selling Information</category>
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    <title>Rockford Minnesota Real Estate Market Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-minnesota-real-estate-market-update/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-minnesota-real-estate-market-update/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Rockford market update by Derrick Monroe 10/27/2008.
This update shows current statistics as of 10/27/2008 as well as single family and townhomes sold in Rockford in 2008.


    
        
            Active 10/27/08 Single Family (Average)
   ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-27 19:47:08</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>BOO! Halloween Is Near</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/happy-halloween-boo/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Wikitionary - Halloween, or Hallowe'en, is an international holiday celebrated on October 31.
Halloween is fast approaching and it may be one of the spookiest times of the year with kids and adults alike dressing up in costumes from Ghouls, Goblins ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-27 11:57:56</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford School Referendum</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-school-referendum/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ On November 4, Rockford Area Schools will ask voters to determine the future of our schools. The tax impact on a $200,000 home would be about 87 cents a day.
This is a message posted on the Rockford School web site from the Superintendent. 
Rockfor... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-23 18:12:22</pubDate>
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    <title>Should You Get A Home Warranty</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/should-you-get-a-home-warranty/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Is your new home covered?
There are basically two types of Home Warranties. The end of builder's warranty that comes with a newly constructed home and the type of home warranty you buy for pre-owned homes. We'll be talking about the pre-owned home w... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-23 12:49:47</pubDate>
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    <title>Minnesota Fall Colors</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ It's Here - Fall Color Season Is Upon us
One of the great things about Minnesota is the gorgeous fall colors we have. From the North Shore fall colors to the tree lined neighborhoods that fill our great state the colors are brilliant and eye catchin... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-23 09:48:40</pubDate>
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    <title>The History Of Gas Prices</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/the-history-of-gas-prices/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ I was filling up today for about $2.47 a gallon and thought this is great, but consider what we have to compare it to lately. Gas price seem out of control and isn't it funny how they always seem to mysteriously rise on big travel holidays and weeken... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-17 17:36:27</pubDate>
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    <title>Don't Get Caught Without A Home Inspection</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/dont-get-caught-without-a-home-inspection/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/dont-get-caught-without-a-home-inspection/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ To Inspect Or Not To Inspect?
Buying a new home may be the biggest investment you'll ever make. Although the process is exciting, it quickly can be overwhelming and stressful. While the home you have chosen may seem like the perfect property from th... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-17 12:30:36</pubDate>
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    <title>Empty Nester - Time To Sell</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/empty-nester-time-to-sell/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ So you're an &quot;empty nester&quot; now. Is it time to consider a downsize and find that gorgeous home for the best years of your life?
Like many others who come to this time you may be finding yourself in a home to large now that the kids and hig... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 18:19:45</pubDate>
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    <title>Pending Sales Skyrocket</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/pending-sales-skyrocket/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/pending-sales-skyrocket/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Minneapolis, Minnesota (October 10, 2008) &ndash; Buyers flocked to the Twin Cities housing market in September to take advantage of attractive home prices and a sunsetting federal loan program, according to the Minneapolis Area Association of REALTO... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 13:03:54</pubDate>
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    <title>Avoid Foreclosure</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/avoid-foreclosure/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 10/16/08

While these 4 items may not work for everybody if you're in a foreclosure situation here are some tops you may want to look into.
Repayment Plan &mdash; This is the most common workout plan for any household that is 1-3 months delinquent... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 11:46:18</pubDate>
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    <title>So what about the market you ask?</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/so-what-about-the-market-you-ask/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ I could easily link hundreds of stories, articles and opinions on this matter. When will the market rebound, improve and just show some improvement is the hot topic all over the place right now.
Lets start with this, real estate is local so not all ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 11:38:04</pubDate>
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    <title>Maple Grove Market Update</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ 10/16/08 - The Derrick Monroe Group

This Maple Grove real estate market update is for the dates 7/1/08 - 10/16/08 only.
In Maple Grove Minnesota 200 single family homes have sold with an average sales price of $338,361 and were on the market 141 ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 11:13:26</pubDate>
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    <title>Blaine Real Estate Market Update 2008</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/blaine-real-estate-market-update-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Blaine market update for 01/01/2008 - 10/16/2008 only.
In Blaine MN there are;
360 active single family Blaine homes for sale with an average asking price of $309,734 and they have been on the market for 102.5 days on average.
165 Blaine Town home... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 11:01:36</pubDate>
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    <title>Buffalo Real Estate Update 8/26/08-10/16-08</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-real-estate-update-82608-1016-08/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-real-estate-update-82608-1016-08/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 10/16/08 - Derrick Monroe

Information reliable but not guaranteed. The data below is for dates 8/26/08 - 10/16/08 for Buffalo only and single family homes.
70 New listings have come on the market for sale during this time-line.
49 properties hav... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 10:50:11</pubDate>
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    <title>Real Estate Humor</title>
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    <pubDate>2008-10-16 10:29:14</pubDate>
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    <title>Real Estate &amp; Technology</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/choose-an-agent-who-uses-technology/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/choose-an-agent-who-uses-technology/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 10/16/2008 - The Derrick Moroe Group
Find an agent who understands that over 80% of home buyers start their search on the web. 
Today real estate and technology go together like Ice Cream and Apple Pie.
How much of your equity are you willing to g... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-16 09:43:58</pubDate>
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    <title>Cold Weather Rule - Minneapolis &amp; Minnesota</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/dont-be-left-in-the-cold/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/dont-be-left-in-the-cold/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The state's Cold Weather Rule, which offers protection to Minnesotans who fall behind on their heating bills, begins Wednesday Oct 15, 2008, but local utilities can disconnect the heat or electricity of customers who don't follow all the rules, as ha... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-15 16:26:15</pubDate>
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    <title>Life Is Better In Twin Cities</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/life-is-better-in-twin-cities/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/life-is-better-in-twin-cities/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ A Forbes dot com survey ranked the Twin Cities metro area as one of the 10 best metro areas to get the best value for a dollar. The survey put Minneapolis/St. Paul at the eighth spot.











The survey considered economic factors such... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-15 16:12:21</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-real-estate-update/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Rockford Real Estate Market Update
Update for time line 8/24/08 - 10/8/08
This includes new and existing properties.
Rockford Single Family Homes sold = 2
Rockford Town homes sold = 1
New listings for Rockford since 8/24 = 10
Currently (as of t... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-08 11:38:29</pubDate>
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    <title>Mortgage Bailout</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-bailout/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-bailout/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Mortgage Bailout

The $700-billion financial industry bailout we have been hearing so much about became law Friday. While the new program could make a recession a little softer of a blow, and potentially even shorter, it will not stop&nbsp;the econ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-08 11:17:01</pubDate>
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    <title>Reverse Mortgage</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/reverse-mortgage/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/reverse-mortgage/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Reverse Mortgage
What exactly is a &quot;Reverse Mortgage&quot;
By Derrick Monroe - The Derrick Monroe Group 10/1/2008 
A &quot;reverse&quot; mortgage is a loan against your home that you do not have to pay back for as long as you live there.
Wit... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-02 09:45:35</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>FHA loans</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/fha-loans/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/fha-loans/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ FHA Mortgage
Derrick Monroe 10/1/2008
What does FHA stand for anyway?
The Federal Housing Administration is an agency of the federal government. The FHA insures private loans issued for new and existing housing, and for approved programs for home ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-10-02 09:24:38</pubDate>
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    <title>September 10, 2008 Mortgage Rates</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/september-10-2008-mortgage-rates/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/september-10-2008-mortgage-rates/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
    
        
            September 10, 2008
        
    


    
        
            
            
                
                    
                        Conventional Fixed Rate 
                    
                
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    <pubDate>2008-09-10 11:22:14</pubDate>
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    <title>Fannie &amp; Freddie Takeover</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/fannie-freddie-takeover/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/fannie-freddie-takeover/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Over the weekend, the government announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were placed in conservatorship. This means that the two companies will temporarily be run by their regulator, the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The Fannie and Freddie Boards... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-09-10 11:18:48</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>7 Ways To Know If You have The Right Agent</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/7-ways-to-know-if-you-have-the-right-agent/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/7-ways-to-know-if-you-have-the-right-agent/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Does your agent ever fail to respond to your e-mail, questions, give advice when needed or fail to negotiate that perfect deal?

There are several reasons you may or may not need to look elsewhere, here are the top 7 the way we see it.


    
 ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-27 16:40:11</pubDate>
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    <title>Interest Rates for 8/26/08</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/interest-rates-for-82608/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/interest-rates-for-82608/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
    
        
            August 26, 2008
        
    

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Looking to buy or sell real estate? Give us a call at 612-282-7653 we can help in all Minneapolis and suburb areas to the West, South, East and North.

    
        
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    <pubDate>2008-08-26 13:32:45</pubDate>
    <category>Home Mortgage - Loans</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis - Are You At Risk Of Foreclosure?</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-are-you-at-risk-of-foreclosure/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-are-you-at-risk-of-foreclosure/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Homeowners should call 311 for help at the first sign of foreclosure trouble

Communities across the country are seeing dramatic increases in home mortgage foreclosures, and unfortunately that is true in Minneapolis as well. This situation has prom... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-26 10:28:35</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Minneapolis Real Estate Market Conditions</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-market-conditions/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-real-estate-market-conditions/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ What's happening in the Minneapolis real estate market today? We have many buyers and investors looking to buy real estate in Minneapolis today with the changing and improving neighborhoods coupled with the low prices of the current market make it at... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-26 10:12:02</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Improving Neighborhood's</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/improving-neighborhoods/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/improving-neighborhoods/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Clean up properties to promote stronger, safer neighborhoods
Thanks to $1.25 million in additional funding provided by Hennepin County, Minneapolis is beginning an accelerated effort on the North Side to improve neighborhood livability and encourage... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-25 13:51:55</pubDate>
    <category>Minneapolis Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Measure Twice!</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/measure-twice/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/measure-twice/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Alright, this topic had to be addressed sooner or later. I was at a property last night and the issue of square footage came up. I was with a buyer and the property just felt no where near the square footage advertised. We decided to measure some roo... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-25 13:07:07</pubDate>
    <category>General Real Estate Talk</category>
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    <title>Rates For August 25 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rates-for-august-25-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rates-for-august-25-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
    
        
            August 25, 2008
        
    


    
        
            
            
                
                    
                        Conventional Fixed Rate 
                    
                
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    <pubDate>2008-08-25 12:34:26</pubDate>
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    <title>Buffalo Real Estate Update For August 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-real-estate-update-for-august-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/buffalo-real-estate-update-for-august-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ As of 8/25/2008 Buffalo Minnesota real estate offers many style and price ranges for real estate buyers. Buffalo homes and properties for sale include properties under $100,000 to Buffalo properties over $1,000,000.
In Buffalo today you will find:
... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-25 12:27:42</pubDate>
    <category>Buffalo Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Maple Grove Street Improvements</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/maple-grove-street-improvements/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/maple-grove-street-improvements/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
    
        
            89th Ave Reconstruction Project&nbsp;&nbsp;
        
        
            The City of Maple Grove awarded the 89th Ave Street reconstruction project contract on July 21, 2008, to Hardrives, Inc. They are responsible f... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-25 12:13:01</pubDate>
    <category>Maple Grove Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Maple Grove Properties Available</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/maple-grove-properties-available/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ As of 8/25 Maple Grove has a vast variety of properties for sale. Maple Grove is a very diverse area and still remains one of the Minneapolis suburb hot spots. If you're looking in the Maple Grove area for real estate here is an idea of what you will... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-25 12:07:36</pubDate>
    <category>Maple Grove Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Maple Grove Update July/2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/maple-grove-update-july2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/maple-grove-update-july2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ This page describes the Maple Grove real estate market comparing July 2007 to July 2008. 


    
        
            Sales 08
            Sales 07
            % Change
            Median Price 08
            Median Price 07
            % C... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-25 11:34:53</pubDate>
    <category>Maple Grove Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>Rockford Update 7/23/08 - 8/23/08</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-update-72308-82308/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-update-72308-82308/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Wondering how many homes sold or did not sell in the Rockford real estate market in the last 30 days? The Rockford market remains steady although not on the rise. Here are some quick facts about the Rockford homes sold and Rockford homes for sale cur... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-23 10:38:43</pubDate>
    <category>Rockford Real Estate Blog</category>
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    <title>First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ For aspiring home owners who find their goal difficult, newly enacted legislation providing a tax credit of as much as $7,500 for first-time home buyers might just be the opportunity of a lifetime.

But like so many of the good things in life, time... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-22 10:16:22</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>Bottom Line Is Price!</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/bottom-line-is-price/show/</guid>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Price Is The Bottom Line.
By Derrick Monroe 8-22-2008
Price, one of the hardest &amp; toughest subject in today's market. Not all sellers and honestly not all agents understand that price is the end all if a property will sell or not. Not only does... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-22 10:05:42</pubDate>
    <category>Home Selling Information</category>
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    <title>Twin Cities Foreclosures &amp; Short Sales 2nd Quarter 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/twin-cities-foreclosures-short-sales-2nd-quarter-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/twin-cities-foreclosures-short-sales-2nd-quarter-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Municipality Breakdown On Foreclosures 2nd Qtr 2008
By Derrick Monroe - The Derrick Monroe Group of Realtor's 8/13/208
Based on the latest foreclosure and short sale research for the Minneapolis - Twin Cities area, we will list some cities actual n... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-13 16:37:05</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford River Days Parade 2008</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-river-days-pararde-2008/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-river-days-pararde-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ This is a picture of us and the kids during the set up for Rockford River Days 2008. The kids really love this local parade as they can hand out candy - goodies - promotional items and walk in the parade itself. This year was perfect weather and a la... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-12 15:51:32</pubDate>
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    <title>Housing bill &amp; first time home buyers.</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Attention First Time Home Buyers

RISMEDIA, August 12, 2008-Buying smart in today&rsquo;s market got a little easier recently following the signing of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 by President Bush. There are significant benefits a... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-12 11:06:41</pubDate>
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    <title>New Carbon Monoxide Law Passes</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ What You Need To Know When Selling

It is quite possible that MN Stat. 299.51 snuck up on you and your clients like carbon monoxide - silently. Although this new state mandate had received some attention during the legislative session, word of the ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-08-12 11:01:05</pubDate>
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    <title>Why does my stuff matter anyway?</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Because it does. OK that's not a complete answer and it would be a boring blog to end it there. 
The question is &quot;why does my stuff matter?&quot; What we are speaking of is the stuff in your home, the stuff in your yard and the stuff buyer's ha... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-31 12:47:16</pubDate>
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    <title>Zip code 55373 First Quarter Update 08.</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Home statistics for zip code 55373 per the Board of Realtors for first quarter 2008 is as follows:
Home sales achieved 91.25% of asking price and took an average 79 days to sell. Now Rockford is not the only city in zip code 55373 however this is a ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-31 12:19:32</pubDate>
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    <title>A Historical Look At Mortgage Interest Rates</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/a-historical-look-at-mortgage-interest-rates/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ When you take out a mortgage loan, you are charged interest on every&nbsp;cent that you borrow. The amount you will pay in interest is determined by the loan's interest rate. There are many different factors that affect this rate, including your cred... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-31 09:57:58</pubDate>
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    <title>The Skinny on the Minneapolis Market</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ This Twin Cities real estate market update is brought to you through The Minneapolis Board of REALTORS. This quick youtube video shows some great statistics on the current Minneapolis real estate market for July 08. This video marked the skinny on th... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-30 17:27:57</pubDate>
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    <title>Minneapolis Area Housing Statistics 07 - 08</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/minneapolis-area-housing-statistics-07-08/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 
This page is dedicated to the Minneapolis real estate statistics from 2007 - 2008 for Minneapolis area homes sold and new Minneapolis area home lisitng's.
&nbsp;
Sales
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-30 16:48:54</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Market For July 2008</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Rockford Market Update For July 1 - July 23
By Derrick Monroe July 23,2008 612-282-7653
Rockford home sales for July 2008 have been a little slower than past years however Rockford properties are still selling.
4 single family Rockford homes went ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-23 10:46:23</pubDate>
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    <title>Minneapolis Homes - A Great Time To Buy</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Minneapolis Homes - A Great Time To Buy
By Derrick Monroe - The Derrick Monroe Group 7/22/2008
Minneapolis real estate is a great investment in today's market. Some Minneapolis neighborhoods have home values well in the range of first time home buy... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-22 17:20:15</pubDate>
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    <title>Federal Reserve Update 7/22/2008</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/federal-reserve-update-7222008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Fed Pauses &ndash; You Shouldn't

The Federal Reserve, taking a break from its aggressive rate-cutting policy, chose not to alter key interest rates Wednesday, leaving the Fed Funds rate at 2.00% and everyone wondering where interest rates are head... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-22 13:30:51</pubDate>
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    <title>Bank Short Sale Information</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ 
&nbsp;
By Derrick Monroe 7/18/2008 of The Derrick Monroe Group
&nbsp;
Most banks are&nbsp;buried in short sale requests and requests for loan adjustments. And they have&nbsp;thousands of&nbsp;houses that they have taken back in foreclosure as of... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-19 19:43:39</pubDate>
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    <title>Mortgage Market News Ending July 18/08</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/mortgage-market-news-ending-july-1808/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Mortgage Market Update For Week Ending 7/18/08
Last week, the stock market declined and mortgage rates fell, as investors worried about Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and oil prices reached record highs. In a pivotal reversal, the opposite took place th... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-19 15:56:06</pubDate>
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    <title>Market - Stock &amp; Rates</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ 7/17/2008
It looked better than it really is &hellip; I am referencing the June housing start number that posted a staggering 9.1% gain.&nbsp; The outsized jump in housing starts was due primarily to a change in New York City&rsquo;s building codes.... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-17 13:39:16</pubDate>
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    <title>Todays Rates for 7/14/2008</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/todays-rates-for-7142008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Mortgage Rates For July 2008 (7/14)

7/14 Mortgage Rates.
Conventional Fixed Rate 
30 Year Conforming 15Year Conforming 
($417,000 MAX. LOAN AMOUNT) ($417,000 MAX. LOAN AMOUNT) 
6.250% 0.000 5.750% 0.000 
6.125% 0.500 5.625% 0.500 
&nbsp;
30... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-14 12:15:07</pubDate>
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    <title>Rates for 7/9/2008</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Rates for 7/9/2008
FHA 6%
FHA ARM 5%
15 YEAR 5.875%
5/1 ARM 6.125%
7/1 ARM 6.25%
30 YEAR 6.375%
30 YEAR JUMBO 7.25%
Rates are still great and at all time low's, these rates are as of noon on 7/9 but do change daily. Call us if you are looking... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-09 13:51:27</pubDate>
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    <title>Credit Score, What Really Matters?</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ There seems to be a lot of confusion about what does and doesn't hurt your credit score out there being tossed around and much of it is by mortgage pro's.
Let me&nbsp;begin by saying&nbsp;that I've worked with many top notch loan officers who really... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-09 11:51:38</pubDate>
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    <title>Foreclosed Offers</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/foreclosed-offers/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/foreclosed-offers/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Be Aware Of The Fine Print
By Derrick Monroe - 612-282-7653
We set up 10 homes to show a buyer and 8 are foreclosed by chance, sound familiar? So many homes are out there right now empty and the bank is waiting for offers. Keep in mind however that... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-09 11:23:46</pubDate>
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    <title>5 Tips On Selling A Vacant Home</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/5-tips-on-selling-a-vacant-home/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ 5 Tips On Selling A Vacant Home
This summer, as it becomes a popular time for homeowners to begin preparing their homes for sale, The Derrick Monroe Group encourages you to do some&nbsp;crucial steps to make sure the most important first step takes ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-07 09:17:04</pubDate>
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    <title>4th Of July 2008</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Happy 4th of July
I wanted to take time to thank not only our clients, web users and friends but the troops who serve our country to give us the freedom we enjoy. The 4th has many meanings for people, the kids love the fireworks, it's a great time t... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-02 10:47:23</pubDate>
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    <title>Deficiency Balance?</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/deficiency-balance/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ What About The Deficiency Amount?
By Derrick Monroe July 2, 2008 (612)-282-7653
I was on an appointment last night that went into a short sale conversation based on the owners position, the question that came up was &quot;If&nbsp;I sell for less th... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-02 10:27:10</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Real Estate Update for June 2008</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Rockford Real Estate Update for June 2008
Rockford experienced slower sales overall in June vs. same time last year however Rockford homes still moved when priced right and staged for selling, not sitting. Out of the single family Rockford homes for... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-01 11:57:11</pubDate>
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    <title>Wright - Hennepin County &amp; Minneapolis Real Estate Update</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/wright-hennepin-county-minneapolis-real-estate-update/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/wright-hennepin-county-minneapolis-real-estate-update/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Wright -&nbsp;Hennepin &amp; Minneapolis Real&nbsp;Estate&nbsp;Update&nbsp; 
With the 2008 year at a half way point it&rsquo;s a great time to look at the local housing market and see where we are. Even if you&rsquo;re not selling or looking to buy&... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-07-01 11:27:06</pubDate>
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    <title>Selling in today's market? What you need to know!</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/selling-in-todays-market-what-you-need-to-know/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Looking to sell a home in today's real estate market?
By Derrick Monroe
The news is full of opinions on the down market, the bubble burst and screaming buyers market on a daily basis. Does this mean sellers are out of luck? NO. Sellers can still ac... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-24 11:40:16</pubDate>
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    <title>Rockford Market Stats March-April-May 2008</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/rockford-market-stats-march-april-may-2008/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ By Derrick Monroe
Rockford real estate market report for the month's of March, April and May 2008 compared to same time-line in 2007 has been both up and down. Here is the information on the stats pulled from a reliable data source that shows the av... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-19 09:42:21</pubDate>
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    <title>The home buying process for first time buyers.</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/the-home-buying-process-for-first-time-buyers/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ The Home Buying Process
By Derrick Monroe
With the 2008 real estate market comes it's reward's and negatives. The rewards of a market like 2008 is home buyers who could not afford to buy their first home are fast becoming home owners. If you have b... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-18 13:20:59</pubDate>
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    <title>Why FHA loan limits matter.</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ NAR has been telling lawmakers in Washington, DC how the FHA loan limits are helping with our economic recovery. Evidence shows that the increased FHA/GSE loan limits are providing a much needed infusion of stability, liquidity and security into the ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-18 11:15:52</pubDate>
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    <title>Blaine property re-evaluation time.</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Blaine Property Re-evaluation (612)-282-7653
By Derrick Monroe
State law requires that all taxable property be physically inspected and individually appraised once every five years. Appraisers from the Anoka County Assessor&rsquo;s office have begu... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-16 20:22:45</pubDate>
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    <title>Short Sale Timeline?</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ By Derrick Monroe

Many sellers are now in a short sale situation and for this it's needed more than ever that we explain the possible timeline to our buyer's when they decide to write on such a property. We have found all banks are not the equal, ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-13 21:58:56</pubDate>
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    <title>Current housing condition's of Rockford</title>
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    <description> <![CDATA[ Current Housing Condition's Of Rockford (612)-282-7653
By Derrick Monroe June 12
Rockford started out many years ago around 1855 with the first settlers George Ames and Joel Florida. Over they years the Rockford real estate market has been growing ... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-12 12:59:31</pubDate>
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    <title>What about the offer you ask? (612)-282-7653</title>
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    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/what-about-the-offer-you-ask/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ By Derrick Monroe - The Derrick Monroe Group June 12

Whether you're a listing agent or buyer's agent in today's market you know and understand how hard it is at &nbsp;times to bring both parties together. I have seen offers come in on properties t... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-12 11:27:09</pubDate>
    <category>Home Buying Information</category>
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    <title>Selling In A Foreclosure Market (612)-282-7653</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/selling-in-a-foreclosure-market/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/selling-in-a-foreclosure-market/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ Selling In A Market Full Of Foreclosures
By Derrick Monroe - Realtor for Lakes Area Realty &amp; The Derrick Monroe Group

Drive thru just about any neighborhood and you will see the homes with high weeds, deferred maintenance and most often a for... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-10 17:16:08</pubDate>
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    <title>Short Sale (612)-282-7653</title>
    <guid>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/short-sale/show/</guid>
    <link>http://www.derrickmonroe.com/blog/monroe/short-sale/show/</link>
    <description> <![CDATA[ What Is A Short Sale?
By Derrick Monroe
I have been getting the question allot recently, what is a short sale? I wanted to at least touch quickly on this subject this morning and shed some light on short sales and how they work.
A short sale is wh... ]]> </description>
    <pubDate>2008-06-10 17:13:16</pubDate>
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