TriDistrict Community Education

Discover the keys to real estate success with insights on purchase agreements, winning multiple offer scenarios, and financing options. Dive into Twin Cities housing trends, loan programs, appraisal considerations, and seller's tips to enhance property sales. Boost your real estate acumen for a competitive edge. Instructor John Mazzara

10 Secrets & Tips for Successfully Buying or selling a Home or Investment Property Learn how to be more successful when acquiring or selling real estate by understanding the purchase agreement, strategies for getting your offer accepted in multiple offers, and different ways to cover closing costs and mortgage insurance. We explore Twin Cities housing market data, an overview of loan programs- including a loan for escrowing improvements, appraisal issues affecting a home sale, and small things to improve your chances of selling your property. Making updates such as paint, carpet, light fixtures, and decluttering. An opportunity for a no obligation price evaluation of your home by the instructor is included with class tuition. Instructor: John Mazzara

Buying New Construction Thinking about moving and considering new construction a housing option because you want an open floor plan and larger closets? Explore what is available, where to find it, and what to expect in new construction include timelines, hidden costs, risks, and the coordination selling your existing home or giving appropriate notice on your lease. You will find that there are differences when selecting a smaller builder verses a national builder. Instructor: John Mazzara

Downsizing in the Current Housing Market Have you been thinking that now might be the time to downsize but aren’t sure where to start, how to do it, or what your options are? Bonus-all attendees receive the Downsizing Made Easy guide PDF-A $24.95 value. Access to preferred service providers and discount coupons provided to all attendees as well as a no cost home evaluation for those who want to know the value of their home and recommended suggestions to make it more salable. Instructor: John Mazzara

Join our expert presenters with over 50 years of experience helping Minnesotans plan for a secure retirement. Discover critical milestones and often overlooked areas that can make or break your retirement, whether you're in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. Gain insights, real-life examples, and answers to your questions in a relaxed and informative learning session Instructor Steve Ledin

How to Win with Investment Properties Ever considered becoming a landlord or investing in real estate but needed more information? Learn about opportunities in today’s Twin Cities marketplace, how to analyze a property, tax considerations, and things to put in a lease. We review all aspects of becoming a landlord from buying, selling, and renting. Instructor: John Mazzara

Introduction to Senior Housing Explore alternatives to single family living-from condo & townhomes, cooperatives, subsidized apartments, market rate independent rentals, and housing complexes that offer a continuum of care ranging from independent living to assisted living. Come with your questions to decide what will work best for you and what are your next steps? Instructor: John Mazzara

Do you live in a townhome, condominium, or other homeowner association (HOA)? Thinking of buying a home in an HOA? This class covers vital aspects of homeowner associations with topics that include HOA governance, homeowner rights, responsibilities, insurance, and crucial questions for prospective buyers. Attendees receive a free HOA Homeowner guide for informed decision-making. Instructor: Lynn Boergerhoff

Walk-through an actual Minnesota Probate Estate from the filing of the Application for Probate to the Final Accounts and all the steps in between. Learn the entire process with current forms, court and filing requirements, accounting and procedural steps, as well as the procedures for the sale and distribution of estate assets. Gain the knowledge about the responsibilities and liabilities of the person appointed as the Executor/Personal Representative. There will be time for Q&A. Instructor: Steve Ledin, Ledin Law PLLC

Walk-through an actual Minnesota Probate Estate from the filing of the Application for Probate to the Final Accounts and all the steps in between. Learn the entire process with current forms, court and filing requirements, accounting and procedural steps, as well as the procedures for the sale and distribution of estate assets. Gain the knowledge about the responsibilities and liabilities of the person appointed as the Executor/Personal Representative. There will be time for Q&A. Instructor: Steve Ledin, Ledin Law PLLC

Moving Mom & Dad 5 Common Mistakes Children of Aging Parents Make and How to Avoid Them! Many baby boomers today are facing the tough decision of finding appropriate housing options for their parents. Moving mom and dad is often a challenge, especially when mom and dad are reluctant to address the issue. In this class we will discuss and give an overview of the housing market in general for those considering buying or selling a home. We also provide a guide called Moving Mom & Dad, a $24.95 value. The guide covers the five common mistakes Children of aging parents make and how to avoid them. The guide also includes the following topics: • Conversation’s starters for discussing late-life housing choices with aging parents, • Solutions for remodeling homes designed for aging-in-place, • Descriptions of common senior living options and 55+ communities, • Key questions to ask when researching assisted living and long-term care communities, • Tips and criteria for hiring key service providers, Frequently Asked Questions and much more. Access to preferred service providers and discount coupons provided to all attendees as well as a no cost home evaluation for those who want to know the value of their home and recommended suggestions to make it more salable. Instructor: John Mazzara

This 5-hour retirement planning course consists of two sessions and covers eight key lessons: 1. Retirement planning process, 2. Retirement needs & expenses, 3. Roadblocks & mistakes, 4. Income sources, including social security, 5. Tax-efficient retirement distributions, 6. Investments, 7. Insurance & annuities, and 8. Estate planning. Gain valuable tools for informed financial decisions, with a complimentary book included for your reference. Instructor: Mark Josephs