Buyers

Whether you’re a first-time house buyer, upsizing to a larger house, downsizing for convenience, or searching for the perfect retirement property in the Minnesota, our local real estate experts are here to help you every step of the way. 

Explore our powerful tools and insights, including a mortgage calculator, tips on improving your credit score for mortgage approval, and expert house buying tips tailored to the housing market in Minnesota.


Five things to know when buying a home this fall

If you didn’t meet your homebuying goals this summer, don’t fret—there’s still time to get into your dream home before winter weather sets in. In fact, while it’s still a seller’s market, conditions have been moving to be more favorable to buyers, with homes staying on the market for longer and interest rates hitting a three-year low in mid-September.

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Mortgage calculator

Need help figuring out what your monthly payment might be — including applicable finance charges, PMI, hazard insurance, and property taxes.

Prosperity Home Mortgage calculator

Credit Scores — what do the numbers mean?

Explore how credit scores directly influence the home-buying process and overall affordability in real estate. This article explains how lenders use credit scores to determine mortgage approval, interest rates, and available loan options. Learn why higher credit scores can unlock better terms, lower interest costs, reduced insurance premiums, and greater borrowing power—ultimately shaping the kind of home they can afford and the total cost of ownership.

What to know about credit scores

Growing family...time for a bigger home

You’re ready for a bigger home for your growing family, but is now the right time? Here are some insights for move-up buyers and why you may be in a better position than you thought.

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Prep your home for winter in Minnesota & Wisconsin

Winter comes faster than we expect it to! It’s important prep your home. Follow these winter homeowner tips to get ready for the season.

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How to change your furnace filter

This video demonstrates why, how, and when homeowners should change their furnace filters on their furnace.

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Status Definitions

For sale: Properties which are available for showings and purchase

Active contingent: Properties which are available for showing but are under contract with another buyer

Pending: Properties which are under contract with a buyer and are no longer available for showings

Sold: Properties on which the sale has closed.

Coming soon: Properties which will be on the market soon and are not available for showings.

Contingent and Pending statuses may not be available for all listings