One of the greatest things about our great state of Minnesota is it's variety of seasons. We are never short on changing weather, and with those changes come the necessary home maintenance that comes with being a great home owner. So, with Autumn at our heels, here are our Top 5 Fall Home Maintenance Tips:

Inspect and clean gutters and downspout. Cover with mesh guards to prevent debris build-up
Clean porch and deck furniture. Cover and store outdoor furniture and grill in a protected area
Fertilize the lawn with high phosphorous mix to ensure healthy grass next spring
Test and replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
Change your furnace filter before turning on the heat

With this 5 simple steps, you will be well on your way to enjoying this beautiful fall season! 
Do you know of anyone who may be selling their home or could use expert advice on tips like the ones in this post? Have them give us a call! 612-701-8711 ...

It is that time of year! Every fall The Paul Alsides Real Estate Team holds our annual pumpkin patch in Woodbury. You are invited to come and bring your little ones. We will have FREE pumpkins, face painting, and fun! We would love to see you there!

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Hello Peeps! Welcome to June! The weather is getting warmer and homeowners are steadily putting their homes on the market. If you are getting ready to sell and you have been watching a lot of HGTV home flipping shows you may be thinking of ways you can increase the value of your home. You might be looking around your home making a mental note of what is dated and could use some upgrading. Maybe you’ve been looking at that kitchen wall thinking about demo day. T ...

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It is finally spring! There is an excited buzz in the air as the Real Estate Market starts to percolate. If you are looking to buy this spring, we have found yet another helpful article for our first time home buyer. We love making life easier and this read is packed with information that does just that.
 
This article hits on what you should be looking at besides the home itself before you go for a showing. Many first time home buyers drain themselves by ...

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