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Fall changes more than the leaves. 🍂 It can change the way we look at our homes, too.As we spend more time indoors, we m...
10/01/2026

Fall changes more than the leaves. 🍂 It can change the way we look at our homes, too.

As we spend more time indoors, we may start noticing things we didn't think about during the summer.

Does your home still work for the way you live today?
And if you're considering a move, what should you know about the Minnesota real estate market this fall?

I've put together a new Fall Real Estate Reset covering the current market, inventory, pricing, mortgage rates and the questions buyers and sellers should be asking right now.

Read the full article:
The Fall Real Estate Reset: What Minnesota Homeowners Should Know Before the Market Changes Again

https://hollyconnaker.com/blog/fall-2026-minnesota-real-estate-market-what-homeowners-s

Thinking about making a move, but wondering how you’re supposed to buy your next home when you still need to sell your c...
09/29/2026

Thinking about making a move, but wondering how you’re supposed to buy your next home when you still need to sell your current one?

You’re not alone. This is one of the biggest questions homeowners have when they’re ready for their next chapter.

The good news is, you may have more options than you think.

This week’s Tuesday Tips is all about navigating the buy-and-sell process with a little more clarity and a lot less guesswork.

If this is where you are right now, save this one for later.

What if owning a home didn’t mean spending your weekends maintaining it?For many homeowners, the appeal of condo living ...
09/25/2026

What if owning a home didn’t mean spending your weekends maintaining it?

For many homeowners, the appeal of condo living goes far beyond having a beautiful place to call home.

It can mean less maintenance, more convenience, access to desirable locations and amenities, and more time to enjoy the lifestyle you’ve worked for.

For buyers considering condo ownership in the Twin Cities, those benefits can make a meaningful difference.

But is condo living right for you?

In my latest blog, I’m breaking down the perks of condo living, including the lifestyle, convenience, and low-maintenance benefits that are often overlooked when considering your next home.

If you’re thinking about buying a condo in Minnesota or the Twin Cities, take a look at the full article.

🔗 Read the blog: Link in the comments ⬇⬇⬇

This beautifully updated Lake Waconia home offers panoramic water views, spectacular sunsets, main-level primary living,...
09/18/2026

This beautifully updated Lake Waconia home offers panoramic water views, spectacular sunsets, main-level primary living, expansive spaces for entertaining, and incredible outdoor areas overlooking the water.

With deeded dock access and a sandy beach, you can enjoy the lake right outside your door. And when you’re ready to head into town, downtown Waconia’s restaurants, shops, and entertainment are less than a mile away.

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday | 1:00–3:00 PM

📍 854 Beach Rd, Waconia, MN

I’d love to see you there. Come experience Lake Waconia living in person!

Hosted by:
Holly Connaker
612.709.0555 | [email protected]

Listed by:
Dan Hollerman

REFINED LIVING IN BLOOMINGTONNow Live | 10301 Vincent Ave S, Bloomington, MNDiscover a beautifully maintained Bloomingto...
09/18/2026

REFINED LIVING IN BLOOMINGTON

Now Live | 10301 Vincent Ave S, Bloomington, MN

Discover a beautifully maintained Bloomington home offering timeless character, thoughtful updates, comfortable living spaces, and practical functionality.

The kitchen features solid oak cabinetry and newer stainless-steel appliances, creating a functional space for both everyday meals and gathering. Multiple storage areas add to the home's appeal, while the home offers inviting spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

Outdoor living provides another place to enjoy the home and its surroundings.

The location is equally convenient, with easy access to Southtown Shopping Center, Park Place on France, Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Minneapolis, and the western suburbs.

✨OPEN HOUSE
Saturday | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Sunday | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

📍 10301 Vincent Ave S, Bloomington, MN

For a private showing.
HOLLY CONNAKER
612.709.0555 | [email protected]

09/15/2026

| Don’t just shop for a home. Shop for a lifestyle.

After 20+ years in Twin Cities real estate, one thing I always encourage buyers to think about is what they can change and what they can’t.

Paint can change.
Flooring can change.
Kitchens can change.

The location cannot.

Before you fall in love with the finishes, pay attention to the neighborhood, the surroundings, the commute, the community, and whether the location truly fits the life you want to live.

Because the right home is about more than what’s inside the walls. It’s about how you want to live every day.

Holly’s Pro Tip: Look beyond the house. Make sure the lifestyle works for you, too.

If you’re looking for a home in the Twin Cities, I’d love to help you find the right fit.

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Today, we remember the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the heroes who stepped forward in the face of unima...
09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the heroes who stepped forward in the face of unimaginable circumstances.

We remember the courage, compassion, and unity that brought people together in the days that followed.

May we never forget.

Remembering September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸

What if the home you're overlooking is the one you just haven't learned to see yet?Not every home looks perfect the day ...
09/09/2026

What if the home you're overlooking is the one you just haven't learned to see yet?

Not every home looks perfect the day you walk through it.

Maybe the furniture isn't your style. The kitchen needs updating. The rooms are empty. Or you're looking at a property with enough potential that it takes some imagination to understand what it could become.

AI is giving today's buyers another way to explore those possibilities.
With AI visualization tools, buyers can see potential furniture layouts, finishes, staging ideas and design concepts before making a decision.

But there's an important distinction:

AI can help you visualize a possibility. It can't verify that the possibility is realistic.
It can't determine whether a wall can be removed, what a renovation will actually cost, whether zoning allows an addition, or whether the changes make financial sense for the property.

That's where experience, local knowledge and professional guidance come in.

I wrote more about how AI is changing the way buyers experience homes and how to use it as a tool without relying on it to make the decision for you.

Read the full article here:

https://hollyconnaker.com/blog/seeing-what-a-home-could-be-how-ai-is-changing-the-way-buyers-shop-for-homes

The work matters. But so do the people behind it.Labor Day gives us a chance to pause and recognize the people who work ...
09/07/2026

The work matters. But so do the people behind it.

Labor Day gives us a chance to pause and recognize the people who work hard every day to support their families, build their businesses, serve their communities, and make Minnesota such a great place to live.

I’m grateful for the people I get to work alongside and for the clients, colleagues, local businesses, and friends who continue to make this community special.

Today, I hope you take a little time away from the busy pace to enjoy the people and places that matter most.

Happy Labor Day!

- Holly

09/04/2026

Located along Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis, this exceptional condominium residence combines sophisticated design with expansive lake and city views.

Enjoy a prime Minneapolis location with easy access to the lake, regional trails, dining, shopping, and everything the city has to offer. A home designed for both everyday living and enjoying one of Minneapolis’ most distinctive settings.

📍1805 W Lake Street #202, Minneapolis

Open House
Sunday, September 6 | 11 AM–1 PM
Hosted by Chris Fehring

Listing Agent: Holly Connaker | 612-709-0555
Private showings are available.

Address

401 Lake Street E. #200
Wayzata, MN
55391

Telephone

+16127090555

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