Storage Space. No matter how big or small your home is, there never seems to be enough of it. This seems to become especially apparent when you're working to prepare your home to show to potential buyers. So how can you make sure that all of your belongings have a place to live before the first person walks through during an open house?

Our real estate agents take a quick look at tips to creating that extra space you need so that you can show your home in the best possible light.

1. Get Rid of the Clutter
   Before you start looking for storage solutions, take steps to get rid of the things in your home that no longer use or that aren't in good repair. This will automatically create some much-needed space and give you a jump start on getting things organized.

Did you know you can experience Germany's annual Oktoberfest without ever leaving the Twin Cities? Minneapolis and Saint Paul throw huge Oktoberfest celebrations each year, giving the North Star State residents a truly delicious taste of German tradition. This yearly celebration in Munich runs between September 21 and October 5, but Minnesotan pub owners like to start the party a little earlier. Our real estate agents love Oktoberfest — if you visit one of these five hot spots throughout September and October, we're sure you will too!

1. St. Paul Oktoberfest — 900 7th St. W., St. Paul, MN 55102 | Sept 13 — 14
   The St. Paul Oktoberfest at the Schmidt Brewery is one of the best Oktoberfest celebrations you can attend in the Twin Cities. Produced by the Germanic-American Institute, this authentic festival imports beer directly from Germany and serves up amazing German cuisine. Celebrate German heritage and culture with the ultimate tent experience — The Kaiser's Festzelt which is an all-inclusive ticket that gives you the royal treatment. Located on Schmidt Artist Lofts near Saint Paul homes for sale, this is one Oktoberfest experience you just can't miss!

First impressions can make or break your chances of selling your home this fall.  Fall is an excellent time to give the outside of your home a makeover.  Our Minnesota REALTORS® have years of experience helping homeowners just like you prepare their homes for the local real estate market.  Here are six secrets from our local real estate pros to prepare your property for the selling season ahead:

1. Plant Fall Flowers
   Fall flowers are the perfect way to bring beauty to your lawn while adding color to your yard.  Trade those hydrangeas, marigolds, and petunias for a more suitable cool weather option like mums, asters, or even red spider lily. For an additional splash of color, consider planting flowers in hanging baskets to display on your porch and bring in more of that fall-weather feel.

Who doesn't love a delicious farm-to-table meal? Our real estate agents sure do! The Twin Cities are definitely a foodie paradise. With so many amazing eateries on both sides of the Mississippi, you could dine out every night of the week and still spend years trying to taste them all! We love meals made from the freshest local ingredients and want to share a few of our favorite restaurants with you. Here are six favorite farm-to-table spots around Minneapolis and Saint Paul.