What is Probate in Real Estate?
What is Probate in Real Estate-and Why Experience Matters. When a homeowner passes away in Minnesota, their real estate doesn’t always transfer immediately to heirs. In many cases, it must go through probate, a legal process that settles the deceased person’s estate and ensures assets are distributed correctly under a will or state law. What […]
2025 Summary
2025 Highlights from B.I.C. Realty A quick summary of some of our highlights from 2025. We are truly grateful for such a successful year and all or our clients and friends.
Five Tips for Selling Your Home This Winter
Selling a home in winter can feel challenging, but the colder months often bring serious buyers, less competition, and unique opportunities to make your listing shine. With the right strategy, you can attract motivated shoppers and secure a great offer—even whentemperatures drop. Here are five essential tips to help you sell your home successfully this […]
B.I.C. Realty Property Guide
About every two weeks we produce an in-house property guide of current listings and other local information. They are always available at our office and we distribute them around the local area. Here is our most current one. Be sure to check it out! View our most current issue B.I.C. Realty Property Guide Featured properties, […]
Price Reductions
If your property is on the market and you’re not seeing any offers, it’s natural to start thinking about a price reduction. It’s often the first suggestion sellers hear. But should it be? In our experience, a price drop can be a smart, strategic move—but it can also be a mistake if done too early […]
FSBO vs. Listing with a Realtor
For Sale by Owner vs. Listing with a Realtor: What’s the Best Move for Home Sellers? When it comes time to sell your home, one of the first major decisions you’ll face is whether to go it alone as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO) or list your property with a licensed real estate agent. […]
Best Practices for Viewing Real Estate
Best Practices for Viewing Real Estate: A Buyer’s Guide to Property Showings Searching for a new home is an exciting journey, but property viewings require more than just walking through rooms and checking for curb appeal. To make the most of every showing and ensure you’re making a smart investment, it’s important to approach each […]
Water versus Road Access Lakeshore Property
Water access versus road access lake homes depends on buyer specific needs and wants. Choose a road access lake home if you’re looking for convenience, a potential year-round residence, or strong resale value. Opt for a water access property if you’re seeking seclusion, a unique off-grid experience, or a quieter escape with lower upfront cost—but […]
Home Inspections
Home inspections are a very important part of most real estate transactions. It’s importnat for buyers and sellers to understand the process and options.
Turn Rent Payments Into Home Ownership
How can you use your rent payments to turn them into Home Ownership? With a Rocket mortgage, homebuyers earn 10% back on the last 12 months of rental payments – receiving up to $5,000 in lender credits toward closing costs. With the national average rent at $1,800, that translates to $2,160 applied toward a client’s […]