Happy Memorial Day!  If you're visiting family this weekend, enjoy!  

I'm still hosting open houses on Saturday and Sunday.  If you're still in town and want to see some cool homes, stop by!

Open Houses
Saturday, May 25, 11am - 1pm
4174 Hillcrest Lane, Deephaven, MN
$699,000  4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car attached garage, 2560 square feet
More info here:  https://bit.ly/3X25X3s
Absolutely beautiful property in the back of a wooded cul-de-sac, surrounded by trees, privacy and an incredible location in coveted Deephaven. The gorgeous, wide open main level offers vaulted ceilings, lovely updated kitchen, stunning hardwood floors, one of two brick fireplaces, fabulous views, and 3 bedrooms including a wonderful primary suite with a large walk-in closet and…

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Happy Memorial Day Weekend!  If you're still in town, come by and take a look at these great homes I'll be holding open this weekend.  If you're traveling, be safe!  Blessings to you as you remember loved ones that have passed.

And now, the market update!

Interest Rates
Rates, in general, have softened over the past two weeks.  Right now, you can find mortgage quotes in the range of 6.75-7.25%, depending, of course, on length of term, your financial picture and credit score.  Call a few lenders and see what they have to offer.  There can be huge differences in total loan cost (costs not including the interest rate itself).  If you need a good lender referral, let me know.
Builders are offering 2/1 buy downs right now.  There are some incredible deals…

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It's been another fast-paced week in the market, so if you're a buyer expecting things to slow down so you can catch your breath, maybe soon, but not yet!  Here's what's happening in the market that you should know about this week:

Interest Rates
Rates are sliding just slightly higher as the battle between what the Federal Reserve thinks and what the housing and financial markets believe still isn't lining up perfectly.  The Fed talk is dovish, meaning rate cuts might still be a possibility, but the financial markets see Federal debt increasing by $1 trillion every 4 months, meaning there will be lots of new bills and bonds coming to market, increasing supply and thereby increasing the expectation for higher rates.  If you're a buyer and you're still…

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