Posts with tag 'Fridley MN'

Minnesota is home to more than 10,000 lakes, so we take fishing pretty seriously around the Twin Cities. There are so many fishing destinations and dozens of species, so it's easy to see why our area is one of the top freshwater fishing destinations in the country.

The key to a great fishing trip is planning and preparation. That's why having a good bait and tackle shop on the way to your favorite fishing destination is so important. Here is a quick list of some of the best bait and tackle shops around Minneapolis and St Paul where you can stock up on gear.

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Food trucks provide such a fun and convenient way to enjoy great food. The Twin Cities are home to many different food trucks, including a few that serve delicious and unique desserts. The next time you're craving something sweet, take a break from looking at Minneapolis homes for sale and St. Paul homes for sale. Stop by one of these food trucks for a yummy treat.

• North Mallow: Minneapolis, MN
  North Mallow is a food truck created by two camping aficionadoes who wanted to share the wonders of s'mores with the world. They serve their own marshmallow, made fresh in-house from real cane sugar. Choose from tasty flavors like chocolate chip, vanilla, and caramel swirl.

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The first thing any homebuyer needs to do before looking at Alexandria homes for sale is to start saving for a down payment. Depending on your circumstances and the loan programs you qualify for, the amount required can vary significantly. The median is around 13% for all homebuyers and around 7% for first-time homebuyers. The sooner you start researching your loan options, the sooner you'll know which magic number is the right number for you.

Down Payment Requirements

• VA Loan 
  If you're active duty, a veteran, or spouse, you may qualify for a VA-backed home loan. These loans require 0% down making it considerably easier to step into a new home. These loans are backed by the VA, but borrowers are still required to meet the lender's lending requirements to qualify for the loan.

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On Monday, July 25, National Wine and Cheese Day celebrates a classic pairing that comes in a wide range of varieties to satisfy any tastes. Indulge in this wonderful combo at one of these great restaurants near Minneapolis homes for sale and St. Paul homes for sale.  

• Urban Forage Winery & Cider House - 3016 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55406
  While other students at the University of Minnesota were out partying, Jeff was more interested in the science of making hard cider. His dorm room hobby grew into Urban Forage Winery & Cider House. Jeff uses fruits and flowers from local orchards and gardens in his carefully developed recipes for wine and hard cider. The taproom offers cheese pizza and cheese and crackers tray to go with your beverages. Hours are 4 - 9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 1 - 9 p.m. Saturday, 1 - 5 p.m. Sunday, and 4 - 9 p.m. Monday.

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No matter where you are in Minnesota, a great outdoor adventure is never far away. That includes some amazing weekend camping getaways in the Twin Cities area! So if you're looking for the perfect campsite near these Minneapolis homes for sale, you won't have to look very far. 

• Lake Auburn Campground - 7290 Victoria Dr., Victoria, MN 55386
  You'll find 57 rustic campsites at the Lake Auburn Campground, a shady camping area near the shore of its namesake lake. It's located within Carver Park Reserve, including multiple hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, an off-leash dog park, swimming beach, and the Grimm Farm Historic Site. It's also convenient to numerous Victoria homes for sale. Although the campground is open to RVs, no hookups are available, making it best suited to tent camping.

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