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Banana Bread Day: Celebrating a Classic Comfort Food

Banana bread is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by many for generations. It's no wonder that it has its own holiday, Banana Bread Day, which is celebrated annually on February 23rd. This day is the perfect opportunity to indulge in this delicious treat, whether you prefer it plain or with added ingredients such as nuts or chocolate chips.

Yes, banana bread has a history…

Banana bread has be...

"Ah, the blizzard. It's a time when we all get to curl up indoors, watch the snow fall, and wonder why we ever thought it was a good idea to live in Iowa. But fear not, my fellow Iowans, because there are plenty of things you can do to make the most of a snowy day.

First things first, let's start with the basics. Build a fire in the fireplace, make a cup of hot cocoa, and wrap yourself in a cozy blanket. It's time to get comfortable and embrace the hygge lifestyle.

Now that you're settled in, l...

Searching for homes to buy in Spirit Lake, IA can be hard.  But these tips can make it a lot easier for house hunters in the Iowa Great Lakes.  Also by calling a REALTOR at EXIT Realty Midwest, we will help you avoid all the mistakes many homes buyers make.

Looking for your dream home is tricky. Especially if you’ve never been through the home buying process before, it can be easy to make missteps or to get caught up in small details that really don’t make much difference. With that in mind, we...

Luckily Foreclosures in and around Spirit Lake Iowa are lower than in most areas.  But the below information is always good information to know.  Please read further in Milford IA, Spirit Lake IA and all of the Iowa Great Lakes Area.

As unfortunate as it can be when homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments and must face the possibility of losing their homes, short sales and foreclosures provide them options for moving on financially. The terms are often used interchangeably, but they’re actu...

“Refinancing” is a scary word for many people, but that shouldn’t be the case for you. For many homeowners, refinancing can not only lower your monthly payments and help with your monthly budget, but it can save you thousands of dollars in the long run.

YOU’RE NOT TOO LATE.

For years now, we’ve been hearing that interest rates will be on the rise, and although there have been some small increases, you’re still in a great position to drastically lower your interest rate. The general rule is if...

An accent wall can totally transform a room, taking it from boring and drab to bold and exciting. Accent walls create a new focal point for your space, add liveliness and contrast, and are typically a very inexpensive DIY project.

The starter accent wall

You can easily add an accent wall to your room in one afternoon by applying a new paint color. Deep blues and bright oranges are common choices for accent walls, but choose a color that will complement your existing decor and overall design ae...

Earthquake information for everyone, especially in Spirit Lake IA, and Milford IA.  Earthquakes can do do happen everywhere.  People in 51360 are not the exception.

An evacuation plan is a necessity for every home, especially if you live in an area where fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, flooding, and other disasters are a possibility. Many homeowners create evacuation plans for their homes and practice them with their kids, but far fewer have considered one for their pets. Take these steps to ad...