Dick & Gleni Sprague, Realtors®

6053 Knox Avenue S, Minneapolis

Gleni Sprague — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 07:24:32 +0000

Premuim location near shopping and freeway access. Bike/ walk/ run to park, trails, lakes & creek. New kitchen! Move right into this updated home. 3 bedrooms on main level, floor to ceiling windows! 2 fireplaces, finished walk-out lower-level, hardwood floors, attached garage, walk to Grass Lake, great condition!!

Listing Price: 345,000
Address: 6053 Knox Avenue S
City: Minneapolis
State: Minnesota
ZIP: 55419

MLS #: 4136272
Square Feet: 1,823
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Basement: Walkout, Full, Finished (Livable)

This home is offered by:

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet

Minneapolis Parkway

Dick (612) 827-9473
Gleni (612) 227-6565

Fax# (612) 827-0255

GSprague@cbburnet.com

4012 Cedar Lake Road, Saint Louis Park

Gleni Sprague — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:50:06 +0000

Charming Cape Cod in Lake Forest neighborhood of St. Louis Park, near Cedar Lake. Restore to original charm or remodel, 3 season porch, 3 baths and double garage.

Listing Price: $330,000
Address: 4012 Cedar Lake Road
City: Saint Louis Park
State: MN
ZIP: 55416

MLS #: 4125824
Square Feet: 1,542
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Basement: Full, Finished (Livable)

This home is offered by:

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet

Minneapolis Parkway

Dick (612) 827-9473
Gleni (612) 227-6565

Fax# (612) 827-0255

GSprague@cbburnet.com

622 Park Valley Drive W, Hopkins, MN

Gleni Sprague — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:59:05 +0000

Easy living in this one-story home that is both attractive & functional. The living room is off the back for garden/deck access & views. Your new home is tucked in a great neighborhood w/playground and large parks nearby. Easy access to 169, or Downtown Hopkins & Excelsior Boulevard.

Listing Price: $187,900
Address: 622 Park Valley Drive W
City: Hopkins
State: MN
ZIP: 55343

MLS #: 4116821
Square Feet: 1,534
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Basement: Full, Finished (Livable)

This home is offered by:

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet

Minneapolis Parkway

Dick (612) 827-9473
Gleni (612) 227-6565

Fax# (612) 827-0255

GSprague@cbburnet.com

9716 Russell Ave S, Bloomington

Gleni Sprague — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:23 +0000

Enjoy the creek from your superb gardens, open deck, bug free porch, or the inside of this comfortable home, all sitting on over half of an acre. Entertaining is a joy for family holidays to 4th of July BBQs. The see-thru gas fireplace in the living room is welcoming!

The master bedroom, family room, kitchen & porch over look the backyard and creek! The dinning room was a bedroom and can be returned. Sliding doors have security roll down doors for snow birds. Lower level finished with large amusement room and wood stove, another bedroom and 3/4 bathroom.

Listing Price: $239,900
Address: 9716 Russell Avenue S
City: Bloomington
State: MN
ZIP: 55431

MLS #: 4035746
Square Feet: 2,909
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Basement: Full, Finished (Livable), Drain Tiled, Sump Pump

This home is offered by:

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet

Minneapolis Parkway

Dick (612) 827-9473
Gleni (612) 227-6565

Fax# (612) 827-0255

GSprague@cbburnet.com

4716 Clinton Avenue South, Minneapolis

Gleni Sprague — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:11:12 +0000

Think creative clients who want classic charm. This classic home with “new” walls, floors & redone kitchen. Some MAC. LL & landscaping will add value to this home. Near creek, shopping, restaurants & just blocks to 46^th Ave Transit Station and freeway. First time on market in 40+ years.

Charm, Architectural detail, Creative, Open Space. Move-in condition with room to add equity with landscaping and finishing the lower level. Fireplace, Dinning Room w/built-ins. The 3rd Bedroom was opened up for an upper level loft/TV room/relaxing space. How great is this…class on a budget


Listing Price: $140,000
Address: 4716 Clinton Avenue
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
ZIP: 55419
MLS #: 4090895
Square Feet: 1,232
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Basement: Full

4405 Harriet Avenue South

Gleni Sprague — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 16:45:27 +0000

A cottage in the city … think! Nantucket-like gardens in the front yard. If time doesn’t permit, enjoy faultless grass and backyard gardens. Enjoy coffee on the front porch, entertaining in formal dinning room. Home office up or down.

This cozy home is impeccable! You can move in, relax, and enjoy fenced-in backyard, patio & gardens. City bus nearby, leave your car in the double garage. Walk/bike to lakes, coffee/dining. Fantastic condition on 3 levels. Fresh kitchen!

Listing Price: $215,000
Address: 4405 Harriet Avenue South
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
ZIP: 55419

MLS #: 4081054
Square Feet: 1,221
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Basement: Full, Finished (Livable)

This home is offered by:

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet

Minneapolis Parkway

Dick (612) 827-9473
Gleni (612) 227-6565

Fax# (612) 827-0255

GSprague@cbburnet.com

5545 Girard Avenue South

Gleni Sprague — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:18:52 +0000

After years of being loved by 1 family, I now need new people. I have been well cared for, and the interior with hardwood floors, carpet, paint, appliances are renewed or new. You add the garden. Bus, schools, park a block away, in beautiful Kenny Neighborhood!

Listing Price: $168,500
Address: 5545 Girard Avenue S
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
ZIP: 55419

MLS #: 4077042
Square Feet: 1,500
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Basement: Full, Finished (Livable)

This home is offered by:

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet

Minneapolis Parkway

Dick (612) 827-9473
Gleni (612) 227-6565

Fax# (612) 827-0255

GSprague@cbburnet.com

BUYING A HOME TOGETHER …

Gleni Sprague — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 16:51:29 +0000

One of the things that have changed since we entered the real estate field is the number of single people buying homes, alone or together. I am thinking of people who are not a “married couple”. Sometimes, it is a same sex couple, two or more friends, mother and daughter, brother and sister, or boyfriend and girlfriend … young and old, just not covered by the legal protection of a marriage contract.

Everything seems to go great when you are making plans and the home is still a fresh dream. You never expect to have a problem that cannot be talked over and handled together.

As realtors, we have some concerns. We have seen where things got very messy and people special to us get hurt. That is why we “nag” about having a legal contract spelling everything out at the very beginning. Who pays for what and how do you divide the upkeep? It is important to know what would happen if you decide to separate.

How do you sell and divide the profit or loss?

We are including some of the areas to work out from an attorney’s viewpoint. Use these as a starting point to discuss and decide before you sign the contract for the new home.

There are four important financial steps that unmarried couples need to take

and they need to take them sooner rather than later.

1. Prepare and sign a Will. Without a will your “next of kin” will inherit everything

and your domestic partner will get nothing.

2. Title your house as “Joint Tenants”. A joint tenancy creates a right of survivorship

in the remaining partner. This means that even without a Will the house will

go to the surviving partner.

3. Have a Domestic Partnership Agreement. Such an agreement should deal with how

assets will be purchased, owned, maintained and disposed of. Agree now while everyone

is agreeable!

4. Be prepared for sickness. Have a Healthcare Declaration and Power of Attorney giving

your partner the authority and power to make healthcare decisions. Without it, we are

back to your “next of kin” making the decisions and possibly excluding your partner from

even seeing you while you are sick.

For more information and assistance with domestic partnership issues please feel free to contact:

Jim Reichert

James A. Reichert, LLC

612-677-8332

jim@jareichertlaw.com

Here is another great article on this topic from The New York Times:

Come Buy With Me and Be My Love

11567 88th Place North, Maple Grove

Gleni Sprague — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 03:53:07 +0000

Great New Listing Available Soon!

Listing Price: SOLD
Address: 11567 88th Place North
City: Maple Grove
State: MN
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What to do?

Gleni Sprague — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:19:10 +0000

Many years ago, I wrote a children’s coloring book. The moral of my story was that your house, like your clothes, must fit you personally. When you’re 6, your Dad’s ski pants and snow boots are not such a great fit. Likewise, a house boat in Minnesota, where we get snows for the spring basketball tournaments, may not be the best option. The home that fit you when you were single, may not be suitable for your family of 5. A family home for an empty nester may be just too much work. There are many crossroads in our lives where we find that our house does not fit our lives. Sometimes our home is not the home that we want or like, but we love the neighborhood. What to do?

Unfortunately, the current economy doesn’t make questions of moving clear cut decisions. We don’t have a fool proof test that tells you when to move or remodel your existing home, but we will try to give you some of our thoughts.

I tend to think of homes as reusable shells. Sometimes that shell needs to expand or change, which brings up a lot of questions. If you bought when the market was a seller’s market, it may not be feasible financially to move to a better fit. If your house is the right size and location you may be able to renew your shell by redesigning or remodeling, to better suit your updated needs.

If moving is your answer, we can meet with you and give you a free competitive market analysis that will tell you what the market shows as a listing price for your property both as is and with any additional potential changes. We also coordinate automated searches that give you listings of homes that meet your physical needs, are situated in the areas you love, and are in locations with schools, jobs, church, or anything else that plays an important role in your life.

Next, let us show you homes that meet your physical needs. We find it helpful to be in homes during private showings so you can explore the home and your feelings, with time to relax and think about the process.

After considering all the options, you can make your decision to move or improve.

Remember, your changes may not always be seen as improvements to a buyer. For instance, a finished upper level bedroom may not be as desirable if there’s no bathroom. Some things are safe to do: an expanded garage, updated master bath, new kitchens, and central air are always safe investments. See the article on Cost vs. Value to see what the improvement may mean to you.

We are including several links for you to explore. It’s important to get a bid for each job, in writing. Be prepared for the unexpected. Plan, plan, plan and then plan. If you can camp out at a cabin or with family or friends, it’s worth it for both your comfort and the contractor’s convenience. I am an interior designer and one of the hazards of living with me is my love of the design process. My family has endured many projects and we don’t look back on them as the most relaxing times in our lives but I loved the challenge and we all loved the finished results!

Dick & Gleni Sprague
Coldwell Banker Burnet
Dick: (612) 827-9473
Gleni: (612) 827-9474
Gleni Cell: (612) 227-6565
www.SpragueHomes.com