Cathy Trast Realtor at Brick & Banister Real Estate Co.

01/10/2026

🏡 it's all about the Winter Coat Storage 🧥
You Betcha 🤠

12/10/2025

As we 50-somethings bookend Life with young children & aging parents a delightful Resource at the ready is Home at Home
🗝️ Resources
🧭 Where to go
🏡 What to do
Home at Home is available to conduct a full review of the safety needs in a Home so our loved ones remain safe & comfortable in their forever home 🏡

We help older adults age gracefully and safely in the comfort of their own homes by providing personalized home assessments, modifications, and ongoing support. We empower individuals and families to plan ahead, thrive longer, and live fully at home.

11/18/2025

Hot off The Press 📰
•New listings rose 3.3% statewide and 2.6% in the Twin Cities metro
•Pending sales decreased 1.9% statewide and fell 2.8% in the metro
•The median sales price climbed 0.9% statewide to $351,200, and 2.1% in the metro to $389,900

Minnesota Realtors 🏡


https://www.mnrealtor.com/blogs/mnr-news1/2025/11/17/october-2025-housing-market-report

09/22/2025

Check out the new interactive MAPS from
Minnesota Realtors 🏡
County by County stats with Sales Price 💲

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09/09/2025

🏡 Roseville Peeps!
Time for a new toilet? Yes, a water-saving & money-savings Toilet 🚽
Check it out ⬇️

Upgrade your bathroom with a new toilet, conserve water, and save money at the same time! 💧🚽

Roseville residents are eligible for a rebate on their water bill when they replace an old toilet with a new water-saving one.

Every homeowner is eligible for 50% of the cost of the purchase and installation of a toilet, up to $300. Many homeowners are eligible for 100% of the cost of the purchase and installation of a toilet, up to $600.

Learn more at https://www.cityofroseville.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3144

09/07/2025

Parade of Homes Twin Cities
September 5th - 28th
Friday, Saturday & Sundays 12-6p

🏡 This is your SIGN to go check out the
Beautiful Fall Parade 🏡

Guidebooks are available at:
Holiday Stationstores
Kowalski's Markets

For 75 years, the Twin Cities Parade of Homes℠ and Remodelers Showcase have been opening the doors to hundreds of new homes and remodeled projects across Minnesota. Tour for free twice a year to find your new home and connect with builders and remodelers.

08/24/2025

Steps to owning a home 🏡
Reach out for a confidential conversation 🏡
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08/12/2025

2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ Minnesota Property Tax Refund 🏡
🏡 deadline is Friday, August 15th to submit for your 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ refund ✅

Homeowners and renters must file their 2023 Property Tax Refund return by August 15, 2025. To learn more about filing your property return please visit https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/property-tax-refund

08/09/2025

Nordic roots ✨
Creative energy ✨
Community spirit ✨

Locals say the secret lies in its Nordic roots, creative energy and community spirit that bring all-season joy: https://bbc.in/4ll2XJ5

07/16/2025

Head's up Centennial Area Neighbors 🍦
Heather & Joseph should swing on in 🍨

07/09/2025

Beltrami County: did you or someone you know experience weather-related property damage recently?
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Apply now for grant money toward repairs:
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Minnesota Realtors® (MNR) has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) to help homeowners and residents in Beltrami County, including the city of Bemidji, recover from the catastrophic storms and hurricane-force winds that struck the region on June 21, 2025.
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https://www.mnrealtor.com/blogs/mnr-news1/2025/07/08/disaster-relief-grants-for-beltrami-county

07/03/2025

Have a Great Weekend 🏖️