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Dawn Peterson

What You Need to Know Before Buying a Home

Social isolation can be difficult, especially if you’re not used to it. It sounds easy on the surface: Just stay home! If you’re cut off from the social contact and day-to-day routines that you’re used to, though, this can have a significant negative impact on your mental (and sometimes physical) health. If you’ve been struggling […]

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Hi friends, I wanted to let you know that I’m thinking of you.. and wanted to see how you’re holding up! Who would’ve thought we would be spending part of the year like this? I’m feeling very grateful that I have a home to “shelter in place” in and that my family is healthy but […]

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Things are pretty scary at the moment. When you turn on the news, read a paper, or just scroll through your social media feed, most likely you’re seeing one person or another talking about the COVID-19 pandemic. It can have a profound negative effect on your mental health, even if you live in an area […]

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Did you know there are hacks to the house hunting process?! If not, you’re in luck because today I’m sharing 3 of them that you’ll want to know if you’re jumping into a new home search this year. Whether it’s your first house or your third house, you can apply these handy dandy hacks and […]

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Maybe you think Real Estate Agents are a dime a dozen. They’re all the same. They can all schedule showings, open doors, show you houses and show you where to sign on the dotted line. But WAIT! Let me clear this up! You are absolutely right if you think there are a lot of us. […]

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When you think about selling your house, I have a pretty good feeling about what your top concerns are so I’ll give it a shot and if I miss one, let me know below! Number 1: How much you can sell your house for. Number 2: How you can get it sold in the least […]

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If you know anyone thinking of buying in home anytime in the next 12 months, make sure to tag them in this video so they can get all the details and find out how to know when you find “the one!” Don’t forget to request this month’s free guide on “How to know when you […]

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I’m giving you an inside scoop on what to expect during the home inspection! Buying your first home can feel overwhelming if you’re not prepared for what to expect! The home inspection might seem scary but it doesn’t have to be! It’s actually in place to protect you as the buyer so that you can […]

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Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the negotiation part of the transaction can be a little daunting and stressful. However, it is necessary to ensure you are getting the best possible deal for your money. So, what should you negotiate when buying a home? Closing costs: A variety of factors determine […]

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ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGE (ARM): The interest rate is tied to a financial index making the monthly mortgage payment go up or down over time. ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE (APR): The percent of interest that will be charged on a home loan. APPRAISAL: A report highlighting the estimated value of the property completed by a qualified third-party. […]

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Hi, I’m Dawn Peterson and I specialize in helping Law Enforcement and Military members save money buying and selling real estate in Minneapolis-St. Paul and surrounding areas.

First Responders give selflessly to our communities every day. Working weekends, missing holidays, and missing special events because you are serving your community. Every day you show up and do the things most people are not willing to do.  Your service deserves a reward.

Buying and/or selling real estate can be expensive. As a THANK YOU for your dedication and hard work to make our communities a beautiful, safe place to live and raise our families, I offer significant savings throughout the transaction to First Responders. Every client is different, so let's meet, talk through your goals, the Homes for Heroes program and see how I can serve you!

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