Shirley Thomas & Amber Sandness - Bianco Realty

06/17/2026

Working with an agent who truly understands VA loans can make all the difference especially when it comes to protecting your benefits and avoiding delays. If you're a veteran or active-duty service member thinking about buying, let's talk about how your VA benefits can help you own a home with confidence.

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This article explains how working with a VA-savvy real estate agent helps veterans and service members save time, avoid surprises, and make the most of their home loan benefits.

06/16/2026

One of the biggest decisions homeowners face is whether to buy before they sell or sell before they buy and the right answer depends on your specific situation, not a one-size-fits-all rule. If you're starting to think about a move and want to understand your options clearly, I'm happy to walk you through what makes the most sense for you. Just reach out anytime.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/AmberSandness/2026/06/16/Buying-Before-Selling-when-it-makes-sense-when-it-doesn-t

06/16/2026

🏡 Welcome Home! 🏡

Step into this stylish and beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath townhome featuring a double garage and updates throughout!

From top to bottom, this home has been thoughtfully updated with newer waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh modern paint, refinished kitchen cabinetry, updated lighting, and contemporary finishes that create a clean, move-in-ready feel.

Enjoy added comfort and convenience with Bluetooth-enabled ceiling fans and remote controls in every bedroom. Whether you’re relaxing at home or entertaining guests, this property offers the perfect blend of style, functionality, and low-maintenance living.

Don’t miss your opportunity to own this beautifully updated townhome! Contact us today for more information or to schedule your private showing.

📞 Shirley Thomas (701) 400-3004
📞 Amber Sandness(701) 400-2262

06/16/2026

🏡 Affordable, Spacious & Move-In Ready! 🏡

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offering a functional layout and plenty of room to spread out both inside and out!

The main level features a bright and inviting family room, a kitchen with ample cabinetry, a dining area with patio door access to the backyard deck, and a convenient half bath. Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom.

The lower level provides additional living space with a large family room, a ¾ bath, and a laundry room with washer and dryer included.

Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, shaded by mature trees and perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or pets. The steel siding offers low-maintenance curb appeal, and the detached single-car garage adds extra convenience.

📞 Shirley Thomas (701) 400-3004
📞 Amber Sandness(701) 400-2262

06/15/2026

🏡 Room to Grow with Incredible City Views! 🏡

Enjoy stunning city views from the backyard of this spacious home offering nearly 3,000 square feet of living space!

With 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, there’s plenty of room for a growing family, guests, hobbies, or a home office. The open layout is filled with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

The walkout basement provides additional living and entertaining space, while the oversized attached 2-stall garage includes a heated workshop—perfect for projects, storage, or year-round convenience.

This home offers endless potential for you to add your personal style and make it truly your own.

📞 Shirley Thomas (701) 400-3004
📞 Amber Sandness(701) 400-2262

06/15/2026

Whether you’re searching for the perfect family home on a prestigious golf course, a brand-new move-in ready patio home, a private retreat surrounded by mature trees, a luxury estate with over 11,000 sq. ft. of living space, or a stunning riverfront home with breathtaking views, we’re here to help.

Every buyer’s dream home looks different—and finding the right one starts with having the right team by your side. Let us help you discover the home that fits your lifestyle, your goals, and your future.

🏡 Your perfect home is waiting. Let’s find it together.

📞 Shirley Thomas (701) 400-3004
📞 Amber Sandness(701) 400-2262

06/15/2026

When you make a mortgage payment, it may feel like just another monthly expense, but there's more happening behind the scenes. A portion of each payment goes toward reducing your loan balance. That's called amortization, and it quietly builds equity over time.In the early years, the progress may seem slow. But as time goes on, more of each payment goes toward principal, accelerating that equity growth. Combine that with potential appreciation, and your home can become a powerful financial asset.It's one of the reasons homeownership is often viewed as a long-term wealth-building strategy. If you'd like to see how equity could build over time in your situation, I'd be glad to break it down for you.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/AmberSandness/2026/06/15/Every-Payment-Does-More-Than-You-Think

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06/12/2026

Buyers who feel they missed a window of opportunity to buy before rates started increasing should investigate financing alternatives. Waiting for rates to drop can mean missing out as inflation, rising prices and rents may outweigh any savings. And if rates do fall, you could face stiff competition from a flood of new buyers in the market.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/AmberSandness/2026/06/12/Waiting-for-lower-rates-can-cost-in-other-ways

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06/11/2026

A Homeowner Advisory is a complimentary, no-pressure conversation designed to help homeowners get answers, clarity, and guidance about their home and the real estate market, now or in the future.As we move into the second half of this year, remember, you don't have to be moving to have a real estate advisor on your side and it's always available when questions arise.Call or DM me to schedule one.

Learn more at https://BetterHomeowners.com/AmberSandness/2026/06/11/Schedule-a-Homeowner-Advisory-Soon

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