The 6 Do’s of Moving

The 6 Do's of Moving- Tradewind Properties

The 6 Do’s of Moving- Tradewind Properties

As someone who recently moved I realized why a lot of people hate moving so much. After moving I took some time to think of some things that would make a move that much easier and less stressful.
 
1) Make a plan.
As with anything in life having a plan typically makes things go much smoother and moving is no different. Included in this plan should be the following: What day are you going to move? Who is going to help you move? Do you need to rent a moving truck or hire movers?
 
What is the weather supposed to be like? Do you have enough space at your new place for all of your stuff? If you plan these things out in advance you can avoid many of the hassles of moving; like moving in the rain and hail all day, like I did.
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Home Field Advantage – The Benefits of Rental Properties

Home Field Advantage - The Benefits of Rental Properties

Home Field Advantage – The Benefits of Rental Properties

As the real estate market recovers in the wake of the recession, there are many new opportunities available for investors with some unique advantages. The demand for rental properties is at a nearly 20 year high, so if you’re considering investing in a rental here are a few added benefits to keep in mind.
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The Millennial Gap: Housing and the Evolving American Dream

The Millennial Gap: Housing and the Evolving American Dream

The Millennial Gap: Housing and the Evolving American Dream

 

Owning your own home used to be a centerpiece of the American dream, but is that still the case? Demographics are changing in the real estate market. The recession has displaced millions of homeowners and scared an entire generation of young buyers out of the market. At least for now.

 

Homeownership in the U.S. hit a nearly 18-year low in the second quarter of 2013, according to the Department of Commerce. Homeownership rates declined to 65.1 percent, the lowest level since 1995.

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Welcome to the New Tradewind Properties Website!

We’ve redesigned our site to be a resource for Twin Cities homeowners, renters and investors to make the most informed decisions for navigating our real estate market.

We’ll be posting new tips and information, investment opportunities and industry trends to help our readers take full advantage of the latest developments in the real estate and housing market. The Twin Cities rental economy is more active than ever, and we’re here to bring you the latest from the front lines.