The TRUE Cost of Homeownership

🏡 The TRUE Cost of Homeownership What Buyers in Mankato, North Mankato, New Ulm, St. Peter, Waseca & the Area Lakes Need to Know Before They Buy Most buyers shopping for homes in Mankato, North Mankato, New Ulm, St. Peter, Waseca, and across Southern Minnesota focus on one number: the purchase pric

The Ultimate Homebuying Roadmap

The Ultimate Homebuying Roadmap A Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Home in Mankato & Southern Minnesota Mankato • North Mankato • New Ulm • St. Peter • Waseca • Area Lakes Buying a home in Mankato, MN or anywhere across Southern Minnesota can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re a first-time homebuy

Southern Minnesota Real Estate Market Update: 2025 Residential Overview

🏡 Southern Minnesota Real Estate Market Update: 2025 Residential Overview As 2025 comes to a close, our Southern Minnesota real estate market continues to show strength and stability, even as buyer behavior and negotiation trends evolve. Whether you are thinking about buying, selling, or simply cur

What a 50-Year Mortgage Could Mean for Mankato Homebuyers

What a 50-Year Mortgage Could Mean for Homebuyers in Mankato and Southern Minnesota By Angie VanEman | Southern Minnesota Real Estate Expert As home prices and interest rates continue to challenge affordability across the country, one new idea is gaining attention — the 50-year mortgage. The goal so