For a bit of extra fun things to do in St. Louis, create your own funky, frilly, fedora or bonnet and join in the fun by taking part in the Hat Parade. Judges will be picking the best topper based on originality and creativity.

The garden tour starts at Soulard Station. Here folks buy tickets and get the tour information. If you are part of a group of 10 or more, you can request a guided tour.

Art in the Garden in Soulard is Saturday, June 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 the day of the tour. Soulard Station is at 1911 South Twelfth Street. For more information, visit the Soulard Station website.

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Marketwatch 

This is good news for the general housing market that has been depressed over the last few years. Marketwatch describes the St. Louis market as offering property selections for long-term investors who can expect the market  to begin maintaining solid, consistent rates of annual appreciation.

Although it remains arguable that the bottom has been reached, flashes of positive selling trends as pictured in the greater St. Louis real estate market and other locations add up to influencing the general trend. Home owners and commercial property buyers and sellers should contact St Louis brokers and compare prices over local markets.

Talk to our team at Linda Frierdich today about making a smart move in the St. Louis real estate market. Visit our real estate team online to learn how to get started.

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There are over 80 different independent and local artists with stalls at the festival this year, all of which are selling unique, handmade goods. This is a great way to support not only the local economy, but the arts in general, as many of these artists make a good portion of their living off of events such as this.

Of course, outside of these stalls, there are food and beer stalls for you to dine in, plus you can listen to the live music playing on the main stage and there even kids activities for your children to partake in. Plus, you don’t have to actually worry about spending a dime, as everyone gets into the event for free, which is perfect for any family on any budget.

Do you want to live in a community packed with great events like this? Then contact Linda Friedrich today to find out more about finding a home in the St. Louis metro area. 

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St. Louis real estate agents know and understand the impact that the Internet can have on a buyer’s search for a new home.  Many buyers pre-search potential areas for specific neighborhoods, school boundaries, crime levels, and home values.  Once they feel they have a fair idea of what is available and what they like, many times THEN they begin the search for an agent.  After they have selected an agent, buyers often expect to receive further education and information on the criteria they pre-screened for on the Internet.

Although a buyer may have a good feel for an area or neighborhood, the partnership with a real estate agent is crucial to ensuring the home search and purchasing process goes smoothly.  A real estate agent is an expert on the local area, current home values, market trends and outlooks, and can be an immeasurable asset to the seamless purchase of a home.

To find great deals on homes and mortgages in the greater St. Louis area, just contact the Linda Frierdich Real Estate Team!

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A school's performance impacts much more than you might think.

If you have ever needed to uproot your family and move to a completely new area, choosing to live near a strong school system was likely a high priority for you. As they should, parents are often concerned with the performance of the local schools before they become concerned about the home they are interested in. And as it turns out, a good school is not only beneficial for your children, but also for your home value as well.

In a recent study from Brookings Institute, researchers found that even though private schools may seem expensive, attending a public school in a high-end area can often cost even more. The result is that homes that are near these high-scoring schools tend to be worth more.

Here in the greater St. Louis areas of O’Fallon, Columbia, and Waterloo, we’re fortunate enough to live near some fantastic schools. To learn more about education and home value in the area, contact the Linda Frierdich Team by calling 866-598-1179.

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