Interest rates dominated the headlines in 2023, putting the brakes on the rollercoaster ride of buying and selling that followed the record-low interest rates in 2021 and 2022. This month is a nosey neighbor highlight reel of 2023 of the seven-county metro area – Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties. Explore the most and least expensive homes sold, and offer a glimpse into what you can expect for the median single-family home price point in each county.

Fall is my absolute favorite season of the year. I love the cooler nights, windows open, the leaves turning color, and, of course, apple picking and Halloween. But as a homeowner, it's also an important time to tackle essential maintenance tasks to prepare your home for the upcoming winter.