Jill C. Rutten Edina Realty

01/07/2023

Now is a terrible time for your furnace to start breaking down. But before you panic and call in some help, take a look at these common issues. Ready to ditch that old furnace and move somewhere warmer? Let's connect!

Do-it-Yourself furnace repair. Equip yourself with the knowledge to tackle the common furnace problems.

01/02/2023

The market may not be as busy as it was at its heights in 2021 and 2022, but we're expecting a strong seller's market to remain in 2023. Thinking about listing your home soon? Let's connect!

Looking ahead at the 2023 housing market, our president Sharry Schmid believes we’ll see a more moderate market across Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving! May this week find you among loved ones and feeling content. Ready to make a move once the holiday is over? Let's connect!

11/17/2022

Homeowners are amassing equity at a rapid rate these days, making waiting to buy a potential mistake. Ready to get some equity of your own? Let's connect!

What is home equity, and why does it matter? As home prices rise, homeowners should know how to leverage their home value to better their financial standing.

11/11/2022

We're so lucky to be surrounded by so many amazing men and women who have served our country so proudly. Happy Veterans Day!

11/06/2022

It won't be long now until we've got snow that stays for good. Make sure your home is ready with a checklist like this one. Trying to make a move before the holidays hit? Let's connect!

Feel that nip in the air? Fall has arrived! Here's how to get your home and yard ready for winter before it's too late.

10/02/2022

Buyers continue to have more options to choose from! With inventory inching upward and pricing potentially going down as well, now could be a good time to start your search. Interested? Reach out for more!

Sales and listing activity around the 13-county Twin Cities metro continued its steady decline in August, but pricing and pace of sales remained indicative of a highly competitive market for top-notch properties.

09/23/2022

This autumn might be a good time to start making more natural uses of the falling leaves in your yard. Here are five ideas that don't involve stuffing them into bags and having a trash company haul them away. Need your own yard first? Let's connect.

From making compost and leaf mold to using your leaves as mulch, there are plenty of ways to use autumn leaves in your garden.

09/13/2022

Assessments can lead to important upgrades in the neighborhood around your home. But what if you're planning to sell? Our legal team breaks it down here. Ready to make that move? Reach out!

Our Edina Realty lawyers explain how special assessments imposed by the government and homeowners associations (for condos and townhomes) may affect buyers and sellers.

09/10/2022

It's leaf-peeping season! Here's a great guide from the Minnesota DNR where the reds, oranges and yellows are popping the most. Check it out, and comment below with your favorite leafing destinations!

Minnesota State Parks and Trails will keep you current with Minnesota's fall colors! Find and share photos, view maps, and learn where to find peak foliage.

09/05/2022

Labor Day celebrates the hard work and ingenuity of the American worker. Many also consider it the unofficial end of summer (too soon!). Happy Labor Day!

09/02/2022

Inventory continues to tick upward, with inventory of homes for sale the highest it's been in almost two years! Ready to see whether now's the right time to make your move? Let's connect!

Buying and selling real estate isn’t a do-it-yourself endeavor. You need a home pricing expert, a skilled negotiator and a networking powerhouse on your side. That's where I come in as your REALTOR®. When you work with me, you will be backed by my expertise and insights, as well as the support, v...