By J.B. February 05, 2010
I have never seen such hard work and determination as i have witnessed from the members of ARG,there work ethic is second to none in there industry,we contacted quite a few managment companys to come on board to help our assocaition, we were literly laught at. I would recommend the Association Resource Group to other condo associations with out a second thought an with out hesitation, they are top notch.They worked hand in hand with us, finding out our concerns and issues, then in a very timely manor fixing them in a shockingly quick amount of time.We were in a tunnel with NO light at the end, now the light is shining bright. ...read more
By Anonymous October 30, 2009
When we started with ARG we were surprised when they were out at our association on a weekly basis to "get things back in order". Now things are running smooth and we only have to meet every other month. I am happy we switched and now have them managing out townhomes. ...read more
By Brandon August 05, 2009
I had a cigarette burn in a cloth seat and I brought it in to see if he know of a way to get the hole covered up. He insisted another seam on both sides to match and fold in the hole. I agreed and he did the work and when I came to pick it up it was horrible. The seat looked like it was sewn open and nothing close to the other "original" seams. On top of that, where the cuts were made, it was raised with a big bump, the clips weren't holding the cover on, the back of the seat was torn, and overall the cost and the outlook made it a lot worse then the tiny hole. I am 20 and he didn't explain what it would look like or that it would look worse than the hole itself. I would respect him saying it wouldn't look good rather than charge me for a horrible seat. I would not recommend this company at all unless you ask EVERY question (They won't tell you). No many back nor job well done... ...read more
Twin Cities Home Source in Rogers, MN, offers full service real estate and insurance services, serving the Twin Cities for over 20 years. Twin Cities Home Source 21897 South Diamond Lake Road Rogers, MN 55374 Phone: (612) 916-0500 Contact Person: Kelly McClintock Website: http://www.twincitieshomesource.com Main Keywords: real estate, insurance services, rogers, mn ...read more
By Twin Cities Home Source December 21, 2013
Loan modification has been put in place by government and lenders to help keep homeowners in their homes. It is defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, as a permanent change in one or more of the terms of the mortgagor's loan, which allows the loan to be reinstated with a payment the homeowner can afford. Unfortunately the hoops created to jump through and the lack of information given makes the process less than desirable to the homeowner. A call of help to your lender leads to filling out your budget, tracking every dollar you earn and spend, with no insight into what they are looking for. Should you have a few dollars left at the end of the month or should you be running a deficit? So in steps a company called Homeowner Toolbox Inc out of Irvine, CA. They have created a website that provides a free, self-assessment tool for homeowners to give them some insight into the modification process and show them if they are able to qualify for modification. The tool is tailored to each mortgage lender, which you can pick from their drop-down box. You will then be led through the free assessment set to the standards of your particular mortgage company. The tool is located here:http://www.counselordirect.com/Erik LaineLP Design20610 Rush Meadow LaneRogers, MN 55374http://www.lpdesignonline.com(888) 340-1769 ...read more
By LP Design April 02, 2010
1. Plan your project and get bids well in advance - Contractors plan out for months in advance and trying to find someone in March to get that new three-season porch completed by March will be tough. You will pay premium prices to get fit into their busy schedules. Building trades have busy seasons, here are some good times to schedule different projects: Roofing - cold or rainy monthsHeating - late summerAir Conditioning - late winter or early springChimney Cleaning - any time other than fall!Project Design - fall and winter2. Pay extra now for energy-saving features - Some ideas for this would be higher efficiency windows, heating and cooling products and appliances. Compare the energy savings between the products, try to find something with a pay-back period of 7-10 years. Don't forget to keep in mind any tax credits available to help offset the higher cost! Upgrading while remodeling will save you money over upgrading in the future. 3. Hire an architect of designer, at least the initial sketch - The most expensive mistake you can make is building an addition or remodeling a room and not being happy with the finished project. Most architects will walk you through the design phase and be able to help tailor the space to your needs while pointing out key details you may have not of thought of to help make that room special. 4. Don't be afraid to pitch in and take on some parts of the project yourself - Some great ways to save money are demolition, moving materials, digging and cleaning up the job site, sanding trim and painting. Make sure you coordinate the work with your contractor to keep everything on schedule and the project flowing smoothly. Delays can be expensive!5. Plan for future upgrades if you can't afford them now - This goes back to working with a contractor to help plan for future upgrades. Things to consider would be higher capacity electrical service, in-wall wiring for electronics in every room, rough plumbing for a future bathroom, rough framing for future doors / windows, or French doors that open to a future deck. 6. Compare the cost of remodeling over buying new - In our current housing market, this is most likely an easy decision. With house prices as low as they are, it usually makes more sense to buy existing and create the living space of you dreams. 7. Shop for materials yourself - You won't save much looking for building materials (ie: sheetrock and lumber), but finish materials, as in carpet, appliances, faucets and lighting fixtures can pay off by getting exactly what you want and finding bargains. 8. Don't overdo windows and skylights - These are great additions to any room by adding beautiful views and a feeling of openess, but more is not always better. Aside from the higher cost of materials, even energy-efficient windows will increase your heating and cooling noticeably. Large skylights can turn a room feel like a furnace in the summer. These additions could lead to having to replace your air conditioner, heat pump or furnace, or possibly adding different units in the room to keep a comfortable living space. 9. Try to avoid moving any plumbing or changing the foundation - These can't always be avoided, but when needed could add thousands to a remodeling project. The older the home, the more costly this becomes. Plumbing especially as codes are always changing. 10. Don't forget the internet - You have access to a wide selection of products and discounts of up to 40- 50%. Anything from appliances to lighting fixtures, even flooring at great prices. Erik Laine LP Designhttp://www.lpdesignonline.com(888) 340-1769 ...read more
By LP Design February 01, 2010
Attempting to find the perfect piece of real estate to purchase can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are a couple of places to look at property listings that take a lot of the legwork out by providing lot size, square footage and other features. ...read more
Marketing is an important aspect of operating as a real estate broker. To become successful, you need to have the right marketing tools at your disposal, and also know how to effectively use those tools. There are many tools available that can help real estate brokers market their services and achieve... ...read more