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How To Boost Your Credit Score

Before even starting your search for Grand Forks homes, it’s important to make sure you understand your financial situation and make sure your credit score is solid. You can get your credit score and report through the three biggest U.S. credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. Each releases its own credit scores and reports, but... Read More »



Budgeting for a New Home in the New Year

A new year is when new resolutions are made thanks to the sense of starting with a fresh, clean slate. For many people, one of those resolutions will involve the purchase of one of the new homes in Grand Forks ND. To help you stay true to your resolution, here are some tips to help... Read More »



Tips to Prepare Your Home for an Open House

If you’re in the market for one of the homes in Grand Forks, we invite you to look at our listing of available homes. With our array of offerings, you’re sure to find your ideal home. When buying a new home, there’s usually an existing home that needs to be sold first, and an open... Read More »



How Buying a New Home Is Better for the Environment

It may not seem obvious at first, but it turns out that buying one of the new construction homes in Grand Forks ND is often better for the environment. It’s also good for you financially, typically for similar reasons. Here are a few ways that may just make you consider buying new in your home... Read More »



How to Reduce Stress for Your Long-Distance Move

Moving is inherently stressful, whether you’re moving just a few blocks away or to another city or state. If you’re looking at purchasing one of the Grand Forks homes and are coming from out of state, here are some tips to help ease some of the moving stress. With any move, you should start the... Read More »



How to Stick to Your New-Build Budget

Among the many reasons to choose to build one of the new homes in Grand Forks ND is the ability to personalize your home from the start. However, those personal touches can also increase the price of  your home. If you’re working on a tight budget, it’s important to be prepared before building starts, because... Read More »



Things to Know Before Buying Land: Tips 11-15

While many people look for land to build a home on that is relatively close to cities, others want a home site that is further out and lets them feel closer to nature. Regardless, when it comes time to build, you want a home builder in Grand Forks ND like Crary Real Estate. If you’re... Read More »



Things to Know Before Buying Land: Tips 6-10

Last month we started our series of tips for things you should know before buying land to build a home. One way to ensure a good site that a Grand Forks ND home builder can work with easily is by choosing one of our areas of land available in Grand Forks and Devil’s Lake. Whether... Read More »



How to Save for a Down Payment While Renting

Rental prices have gone up, along with the overall cost of housing, making it more challenging to save for one of the new homes in East Grand Forks ND. However, with some judicious saving and ultimately purchasing a brand new home, you could end up with a home that will save you money over the... Read More »



How Much Home Insurance Do You Need?

Home insurance is something you should never be without. While it comes in handy for smaller problems, it means the difference between rebuilding and losing everything should your home suffer catastrophic damage. While there are different types of insurance for protecting your homes in Grand Forks ND from specific weather-related acts of nature, basic home... Read More »



Tips to Get Your Home Guest-Ready for the Holidays

The holiday season is a time for hosting family and friends, and creating a warm, welcoming space in your Grand Forks ND homes. As well... Read More »

Advantages of Listing Your Home During the Holidays

The winter holiday season is a busy time for most people, leaving little time to try to sell your home. Yet if you’re planning on... Read More »

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Fall Fun in Grand Forks MN

Temperatures may be cooling and the daylight shortening, but that doesn’t stop Grand Forks from having fun. If you’re new to the area and looking... Read More »

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