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Welcome to a clear, cold, invigorating 2013. I woke up this morning to news that the "fiscal cliff" had been averted.  Digging into the news, I quickly learned that the "news" was, a...

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Apple Valley 15934 Harmony Court  Price: $215,000 Date: Dec. 28, 2012 Beds: 5 Baths: 1 Full/2 Three-Qtr Year Built: 1980 Rosemount 14374 Daws...

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  It won't be official for a few more days, but it's almost certain now that 2012 will turn out to be the best year for Apple Valley-Rosemount homeowners and real estate investors in...

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Lights Don't trash those twinklers. Recycle! Dakota County residents can drop off unwanted strands lights through Jan. 31, 2013. There are several drop-off locations in the area...

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13047 Hamburg Court: A three-bed, three-bath beauty on a quiet cul-de-sac. Includes cherry hardwood floor, fireplace and three-season porch. Built in 1994. Priced at $294,750.

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13911 Dallas Court: This is a home that one can live large in, with five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a three-car garage, formal sitting and dining areas, and a master suite. Built in 1988. ...