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Buying Out of State

by #1 Expert

People who are moving to another state are usually concerned about how they will be able to monitor the purchase or sale of a home across state lines. Your local real estate agent can assist you in the process of buying or selling property out-of-state.

The National Association of Realtors is a nation-wide network of real estate sales professionals, similar to the local Association of Realtors. Almost every real estate professional is who is a member of the local association is also a member of the national organization. This professional affiliation among real estate agents all across the country works to your advantage when you buy or sell out-of-state property.

Your local real estate agent can contact an agency in the area where you want to buy or sell. When the relationship with the out-of-state real estate agent is established, your agent can coordinate arrangements by selecting houses for your consideration and helping you to strike a deal when you have made a selection. Having a local sales professional to help you work out any problems that may arise is a real plus.

The Art of Dr. Seuss Indoor/Outdoor Sculpture Garden

by Team Firnstahl

If you haven't yet seen the Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden you can still check it out until August 31st! The sculptures are located in the Jean Stephen Gallery Neighborhood (www.jeanstephengalleries.com) and are free to view!

Included in this show:

• Life-Size Bronze sculptures from Green Eggs and Ham and Turtle Tower
• Unveiling of the Lorax Life-Size Bronze “UNLESS someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” - Dr. Seuss’s Lorax
• Maquette size Bronze sculpture of the Cat in the Hat, Sam-I-Am, the Lorax and Turtle Tower
• At least 8 Resin sculptures from the Unorthodox Taxidermy Collection including Goo-Goo-Eyed Tasmanian Wolghast Andulovian Grackler
• Approximately 33 Book Illustration Lithograph Prints
• Approximately 30 limited edition prints from the Secret Art Collection

Twin Cities Pond and Landscape Tour Went Virtual

by Team Firnstahl

This year the Twin Cities Pond and Landscape Tour fundraiser for Children’s Cancer Research Fund is taking place completely online. Their site allows visitors to view gorgeous landscaping & backyard retreats from local contractors. There are photos, videos and stories about the different locations. Check out water gardens, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, gazebos, stone fireplaces and putting greens for some outdoor inspirations. Check out www.tcpondandlandscapetour.com.

For Sale By Owner

by the Number 1 Expert

The virtue of self-reliance is as American as baseball and apple pie--except if you are trying to sell your own home. Here such a "virtue" can cost you time, effort, and possibly money.

Because the overwhelming majority of homes that sell are listed with a real estate agent, you will be going against significant odds if you decide to sell your own home. The experience of a real estate professional may get you a better price and help you to avoid all the "little" things that can go wrong in a real estate transaction.

The desire to "save" the commission on a property is the reason most people decide not to work with a real estate agent. Prospective buyers who look for properties that are "For Sale By Owner" (FSBOs) are also wanting to avoid the commission--and to get a less-than-market-value deal. However, nothing is saved in the majority of FSBOs. Listing your home with a real estate professional can spare you the inconvenience of showing your home and save you the time you would spend talking to buyers who could not qualify for a loan.

Nice Home with Lots of Potential

by Team Firnstahl

11555 7th Street NE, Blaine, Minnesota

* This nice home built in 1985 features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1/4 Acre, over 1,892 finished square feet and a 2 car garage!

* Located on a quiet cul-de-sac street!

* Eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet/counter space and window overlooking backyard!

* Home has tons of potential but needs some TLC!

* Close to many parks, schools, shopping and major highways!

FOR MORE DETAILS & CURRENT PRICING INFO, SIMPLY DIAL 1-800-230-4292 EXT. 4056.

Garage Sale! (581 - 84th Lane NW Coon Rapids)

by Team Firnstahl

Big Garage Sale! All proceeds being donated to Breast Cancer 3-day fundraiser!! August 21st-23rd 9:00am-5:00pm at 581 84th Lane NW in Coon Rapids.

Coon Rapids Night with the Saints

by Team Firnstahl

Wednesday, August 19th at 7:05 p.m. you can enjoy a night with the St. Paul Saints for a great price! The City of Coon Rapids and the Saints have put together a package price of $14 ($23 value) that includes a general admission ticket, hot dog/soda voucher, and a Saints Hat! You can order & print tickets online at SAINTSGROUPS.com (password: fifty) or click here to view the flyer. A portion of the benefits will be used towards the City of Coon Rapids 50th Anniversary Celebration Fireworks.

30th Annual Ham Lake Open Golf Tournament

by Team Firnstahl

Tuesday, August 18th the Ham Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is holding the 30th Annual Open Golf Tournament at Majestic Oaks. Check-in begins at noon. Golfers can win a new Chevrolet Malibu by scoring a hole-in-one, compete for the longest drive and closest to the pin, or participate in a putting contest. After the tournament there will be a reception/dinner, awards, and a silent auction. You can register for the tournament by visiting www.HamLakecc.org.

Japanese Lantern Lighting Festival

by Team Firnstahl

Celebrate a peaceful cultural event August 16th beginning at 3pm for the Japanese Lantern Lighting Festival at the Como Park Conservatory. There will be Taiko drumming, a sitar, bamboo flutes, dances, crafts, martial arts, and delicious Japanese food. The lanterns are lit at dusk to symbolize guiding the ancestral spirits home and then back to their resting places. The celebration is known as Obon. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids. It's an educational and relaxing event for everyone.

Park Projects Approved in Anoka County

by Team Firnstahl

Two projects at the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park have been approved. There will be a new visitor center building and road/trail improvements. The visitor center will be a point of contact for park and trail users as well as a campground registration building along with restrooms, concessions, a small classroom for interpretive services & firewood sales. The new trail will connect the visitor center with the beach and campground. Construction will start late August with expected completion by the 2010 camping season.

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