Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.
| Schools | |
School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| Mortgage | |
| Lakeland Mortgage - Call Mark Olson he provides mortgages for all types of homes. 952-820-3232 | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Contractors | |
| Building & remodeling - Exceptional attention to detail, for remodeling, additions or new construction this company is the best. Call Aaron last to compare all the options. 612-386-4310 | |
| Electrical work - Kent Haugen is amazing, in addition to electrical wiring work, he has a process to eliminate the electrical disharmony in your wiring. This disharmony often creates a vibration that causes many nights of disturbed sleep in your home. Call Kent: 763-425-4805 | |
| Plumbing - Tim Andresen owner of Andresen Plumbing,has been my plumber since he took over his families plumbing business. Once you use Tim, he becomes your family plumber for life. I recommend everyone Call Tim Andresen: 763-531-9887 | |
| Roofing - Provides quality work with quality materiels. The guy keeps his schedule. He installed new Timberline shingles on my house! | |
| Basement drain tile | |
| Standard Water - Provides excellent water control systems. Keeps your basement dry. I used this company for my home and I am very satisfied with the service | |
| Surface Renew | |
| Surface renew - Bathtub resurfacing, bathtub refinishing, bathtub reglazing, and bathtub recoloring are all terms that mean the same thing. It is a process that can make your bathtub (porcelain, cast iron, claw foot, fiberglass, and acrylic) look better, last longer, and clean up easier for up to 80% less than the cost of replacement. Surface Renew can also refinish showers, tile, sinks, kitchen countertops, vanity tops, and fiberglass for a fraction of the cost of replacement.. | |
| Home Warranties | |
| Home warranties for buyers and sellers - Here is lots of information about purchasing a home warranty before you buy or sell your home. Check this out before you commit to a contract. You may want to make this part of your negoiations!!! | |
| Home Warranty of America Inc. - Provides home warranty for buyers and sellers. This is a valuable product for older homes when the cost of repairs are a concern. | |
| Home inspectors | |
| AmeriSpec - Provides home inspections for buyers and sellers. Is licensed to do city inspections where required. Can also provide Mold inspections. Ask for John 952-854-5110 | |
| Structure Tech - Provides excellent home inspections for buyers and sellers.Also licensed to do city required inspections where required. Ask for Rueben 952-915-6466 | |
| Radon gas | |
| Radon Gas - This is a complete resourse for understanding the concern about Radon gas. It would be to look at this site no matter where you live. | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Hennepin County Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Sites - find area info sites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Tax Information | |
| First-time homeowners - Let's say You bought a new home on May 3. You paid no points on the purchase. During the year, you made mortgage payments which included $4,480 deductible interest on your new home. The settlement sheet for the purchase of the home included interest of $620 for 29 days in May. The mortgage statement you receive from the lender includes total interest of $5,100 ($4,480 + $620). You can deduct the $5,100 if you itemize your deductions. This plus lots more you need to know! | |
| Homeowner deductions information - Frequently Asked Tax Questions And Answers. Information you neeed to know and discuss with your tax preparer before you file you return! | |
| How to report moving expenses - You can deduct your moving expenses if you meet all three of the following requirements. 1.)Your move is closely related to the start of work. 2.)You meet the distance test. 3.)You meet the time test. Be sure you know what to do to aviod paying unnecessary taxes. | |
| Selling your home - If you sold your main home, you may be able to exclude up to $250,000 of gain ($500,000 for married taxpayers filing jointly) from your federal tax return. This exclusion is allowed each time that you sell your main home, but generally no more frequently than once every two years. Be sure to check to make sure you qualify for this tax exemption before you sell your home! | |
| Utilities | |
| Centerpoint Energy - Provides gas service to homes and business | |
| Qwest communications - provide telephone services 1-800-491-0118 open 7 - 7 Mon-fri, 8-5 on Saturday | |
| Xcel energy - Provides electric service | |
| Core Passion | |
| The Core Passion factor: - Core Passion is the driving force of success. If you use this system; You can learn the secrets of creating breakthroughs to achiving your goals! "...The Passion Portal Assessment Tool provided me with unique, invaluable insight about myself that I had been searching for and has enabled me to make the necessary changes that were needed for me to experience what was missing in my professional life ¿ PASSION! ..." -Kristine Engles, MA, CEAP Key Lifestyles | |
| History of Minneapolis | |
| History of Minneapolis - This resource will give you all of the historical information you ever wanted to know about The beautiful city of Minneapolis | |
| Minnesota History | |
| Minnesota History - Learn the History of how Minnesota became settled and developed, plus lots more---- | |
| Lake Minnetonka | |
| Lake Minnetonka - Lake Minnetonka is located in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities. | |
| The Hidden Messages in Water | |
| Hidden Messages in water - Dr Masaru Emoto a Japanese scientist captures our words and feelings in photographs of water crystals. This is amazing work! | |
| Area Information | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
| Minnesota North Star - Official web site for Minnesota. Online services, community events, Licensing and forms. | |
| Minnesota Waters - People working together to improve and protect our Lakes and rivers | |
| Golf | |
| Learn to Play better golf - Dan DeMuth won the Golf Pro teacher of the year (2006) Want to play better golf and improve your business? Go see dan!!! | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Weather & golf - Excellent resource for checking weather and golf conditions with area golf courses. | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Minneapolis Business | |
| Minneapolis Business - Resource for the business community of Minneapolis,MN. | |
| Parks and recreation | |
| Three Rivers Parks - The twin cities is known for the beauty of nature available in parks located in the western suburbs | |
| Retail shopping | |
| Retail shopping-Maple Grove,MN. - Twin Cities newest shopping area. Everything you need is located here!! | |
| Sports & Concert tickets | |
| Sports & Concert tickets - Resource for sports and concert tickets for the Twin Cities | |
| Twin Cites Dining | |
| Twin Cities Dining - Comprehensive dining guide to suit the tastes of everyone! | |
| Twin Cities Lodging | |
| Twin Cities Lodging - Lots of places to stay in the Twin Cities--check it out! | |
