Dakota County eyes 18.5% property tax hike
Some Twin Cities homeowners could soon see a big jump in their property taxes.
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Some Twin Cities homeowners could soon see a big jump in their property taxes.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints.
The Minnesota Senate passed a bill with mandatory requirements for homeowners associations aimed at improving transparency and preventing disputes, after two years of legislative work driven by public complaints. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy spoke with Dana Ohman, an attorney who handles HOA disputes, about some of the most common questions homeowners have.
The bill would provide an average refund increase of $171 to homeowners after sharp property tax increases across the state this year.
Heavy snow followed by bitter cold hit Minnesotans with a double whammy of winter. The good news is spring-like weather is right around the corner, but its quick arrival could spell trouble for homeowners.
Ice on the roof of a home can create problems. Adam Duxter shows how it's costing homeowners thousands and why damage is coming early this year.
Fewer Minnesotans own homes today than just a few years ago, and experts say that underscores the state is at a crossroads for affordability and availability.
Some Minnesotans who live in manufactured home parks are coming together to fight for a bill of rights.
For those who like to crank the thermostat up during the winter, a new report showing data for the Midwest and other parts of the country says you should be prepared for a much higher price tag this season if you have electric heat.
Minnesota has many state, city, county and local level programs helping first time homeowners navigate rising home costs.
Wind and hail account for over 40% of all homeowners insurance claims, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
At the State Capitol, there is a bipartisan effort to limit the authority of homeowner association (HOA) boards and make their dealings more transparent.
Home sales in the Twin Cities and statewide are down about 5% year-to-year.
As climate change whips up wilder weather, more Americans must deal with "hazards they have not faced in the past," expert says.
The landmark deal, which goes into effect Saturday, could cause real estate fees to drop by as much as 30%, experts say.
The annual income needed to afford even a basic home in the U.S. has risen sharply since the pandemic, a new report shows.
Rent across the U.S. is dipping as vacancies rise and property managers struggle to fill homes, new data shows.
How you can prevent your pipes from freezing — and save on time, money and frustration — as temperatures continue to drop.
With interest rates expecting to drop and new construction the rise, 2024 may finally be the year for some to buy a home
Mortgage rates recently hit their highest levels in more than two decades, pricing many out of the market. Here's what to expect in 2024.
WCCO's Jason Rantala spoke with experts about how you can prepare your home for the winter.
The gap between the number of White and Black homeowners in Minneapolis is one of the highest in the country. In 1968, Black homeownership in Minneapolis was 25%. This year, that figure sits below 20%.
The mortgage assistance deadline is quickly approaching, with HomeHelpMN ending the application period on July 7.
Beginning May 1, some people with higher credit scores may actually end up paying a higher fee.
As storms get more intense and more frequent, insurance options abound — but be careful of loopholes.
