Counselor Real Estate Blog

With so much to offer, it's no wonder why so many families choose to call The Twin Cities of Minnesota home. While the Minneapolis has plenty to see and do, adults and families considering relocation to The North Star State shouldn't forget about homes in Saint Paul. This capital city is very different from its neighbor and may be the best place in Minnesota for you to call home.  Here are nine reasons why we think you'll love living in St. Paul.

1. Experience the Big-City Life Without the Big-City Headaches
   Minneapolis is a fast-paced city that will keep you busy from sunup to sundown, but families looking for a laidback lifestyle love the easy-going vibe of St. Paul. The small-town neighborhood feeling can be felt throughout the city, enabling families to enjoy a trip downtown without the inconvenient hustle and bustle of a larger metropolitan area.

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Spring is the perfect time to make sure your home is up to date on all its maintenance needs.  Taking a few steps now could protect it from damage during future summer rains and winter storms. If you know which steps to prioritize, it can be fun, relaxing, and simple.

Let's review some of the most important things to take care of during spring maintenance.

Your Home's 2019 Spring Maintenance Checklist

For Inside Your Home

Be sure to perform a visual inspection on all the following items:

• Roof
  Your roof is one of the most vital parts of your home, protecting everything else on and in it. You can inspect the roof from the ground with binoculars. Look for cracks in shingles, missing shingles, and any movement in them. Replacing problem shingles now can save trouble later.

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Finding a great yoga studio is much like finding the perfect home. Sometimes you'll know the right one the minute you see it, and other times you'll have to visit a few before you find the one that's right for you.

If you're a yogi considering moving into one of the many beautiful Saint Paul homes for sale, you'll be glad to know there are plenty of local yoga studios for you to explore. While you might think all studios are the same, each one has its own unique vibe. Here's an overview of some of our favorites to help you get started.

1. River Garden Yoga Center: 457 W 7th St, Saint Paul
   Located in a historic building in West Saint Paul, River Garden Yoga Center offers morning, afternoon, and evening classes for yogis of all skill levels. Supporting the belief that yoga should be accessible to everyone regardless of financial status, this nonprofit studio offers many donation-based classes. They also support those who have fallen on hard times with their "open heart program."

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It's a bit cold outside, and plenty of folks are cozying up to the fire to get warm as they peruse listings for Minneapolis homes for sale. Meanwhile, the more adventurous residents of the state are slippin' into their swimsuits as they prepare to chill out and relax with their cool friends and neighbors. 

While it might seem a little bit crazy to some folks, the Polar Bear Plunge is an area tradition that benefits Special Olympics. On March 2nd, thousands of Minnesotans will take the plunge to show their support for our community and the amazing athletes who give it their all in every competition.  If you are looking for an ice breaker for your next dinner party, telling folks, you took the plunge this year is a guaranteed conversation starter.

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Whether you own a home or are dreaming of finding the ideal Minnesota home, a wintertime home and garden show is always a welcome invitation to remind us of spring. If you have tired of the same old four walls, a home show can provide inspiration and energy to transform your living space. Our REALTORS® are here with three Minneapolis-area home and garden shows to help you shake off the winter blues. 

1. St. Paul Home and Landscape Show, Saint Paul River Centre, Saint Paul
   The St. Paul Home and Landscape Show runs February 15 through 17, offers four backyard getaway scenes by four different landscapers, guest speaker John Gidding of "Trading Spaces," make-it and take-it workshops, and more. Buy tickets online to shave $2 off admission, and be sure to check out the "Trade Secrets" presentation full of expert advice on plumbing, roofing, tiling, and landscaping.

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