MN Waterfront Property Advice

10/14/2024

Looking for some truly informative CE credits? Increase your knowledge in waterfront property with this awesome workshop!

Attention Realtors!

Unlock new expertise with our on-demand digital workshop designed specifically for Realtors selling shoreline properties. Developed in collaboration with Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership, the East Metro Water Resources Education Program, and the St. Paul Area Association of Realtors, this course equips you with essential knowledge of shoreline regulations and management. Gain the tools you need to confidently guide your clients to the perfect lakeshore property while ensuring compliance with key environmental rules.

The workshop covers the following topics:
1. Rules and regulations for lakeshore development and redevelopment, including wetland considerations.
2. Permits needed for common construction projects like decks, docks, stairways, and home additions.
3. Eco-friendly landscaping practices for lake and river properties.
4. Resources available to homeowners for shoreline planting projects.

This educational offering is recognized by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce as satisfying 2.5 hours of credit toward continuing real estate education, provided by the Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS®. It's open to ALL MN real estate licensees (you don't have to be a member of SPAAR to take the course).

Register and learn more: https://spaar.com/shoreline-real-estate/

02/17/2024

Have a client looking to buy lakefront property? Provide a next level service by referring them to attend this workshop!

We have a great workshop for anyone looking to buy a cabin, lake property, or even new lake residents.

At this workshop, you will learn about the different types of lakes and how to confidently select a lake that suits your needs. We will also cover all the basics of lake living, including ways to prevent algae growth, steps to protect your property, and any other questions you may have. Then, there will be a Q&A panel of realtors who can give you tips and tricks for buying a lake property!

12/08/2023

We are looking for realtors to sit on a panel for participants to ask questions about buying lakeshore property!

The Rum River Watershed Partnership is hosting a workshop this spring about Buying Shoreline Property 101 targeted to people looking to buy a cabin or lake home. At the workshop, participants will learn all the basics of living on a lake and how they can select the right lake type to suit their needs. We will also have a Q & A session of a panel of realtors for participants to ask questions about buying lakeshore property. The workshop will take place in the Anoka or Cambridge area.

This is where you come in! We need realtors willing to be on the panel. Questions may range from "what is the market like for lake properties right now?" to "what development restrictions exist for lakeshore properties?"

If you are interested in joining the Q & A panel or have questions, please reach out to Lydia Godfrey at [email protected] or 612-804-9900.

11/18/2023

If you missed this you can still check out the recording!

Last week, we hosted the Living Large on a Small Lake: Exploring Natural Environment Lakes webinar in partnership with the Lower St Croix Watershed. During the webinar, we learned what to expect living on a small lake, how they are different from recreational lakes, and how to improve their water quality. We also talked about the data we have collected on the small lakes in Oxford Township and our ongoing conservation efforts. We had an in-person option as well and were happy to be joined by 13 Oxford Township residents at it! There were even more people online to participate. Thank you to everyone who came!
And if you missed it- don't worry it's recorded! The link is on our page.

10/31/2023

There is still time to register!

Oxford Township is located in Isanti County and the Lower St. Croix watershed. With several shallow and healthy natural environment lakes in the area, conser...

10/23/2023

Check out this in-person option to attend the Small Lakes Workshop!

There is an in-person option for the Living Large on a Small Lake Webinar on November 8th! Join us at the Oxford Township Hall to tune into the webinar (26090 Apollo Street N.E. Stacy MN 55079). If you plan to attend in-person please let us know by messaging us or calling our office.

02/14/2023

There is so much to know about selling and buying waterfront property. This educational opportunity provided so many great resources to the participants! Thank you to the Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership for coordinating this event!

02/14/2023

01/28/2023

True story. Wetlands are often looked at as ”poor land” when in fact they are critical to our ecosystem. If you don’t want to get flooded, don’t fill the wetlands on your your property!

01/20/2023

Calling all real estate agents!

The Lower St. Croix Watershed Partnership, in partnership with the St. Paul Area Association of Realtors, is offering an in-person realtor shoreline workshop that will provide information about shoreline rules and programs available to homeowners. Attendees will learn about lakeshore development and redevelopment rules, including wetland considerations and regulations; permits required for common building projects; lake and river-friendly landscaping; and programs available for homeowners.

The workshop is free for SPAAR members but is available to other realtors at a fee. The Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce recognizes the workshop as satisfying 3.5 hours of Continuing Real Estate Education requirements.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/shorelineworkshop