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Jim Buchta

Reporter | Residential real estate

Phone: 612-673-7376

Jim Buchta is the Star Tribune's residential real estate reporter, covering the Twin Cities housing market and its trends. He also contributes to the Star Tribune's Travel section.

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Honeywell retiree markets talking thermostats from Golden Valley

A Golden Valley retiree turned up the heat on the market by developing a talking thermostat for the visually impaired.

Updated: May 15, 2013, - 12:23 AM

Trammell Crow to build luxury apartments in Golden Valley

Three new luxury apartment buildings are slated to be built in this inner-ring suburb.

Updated: May 14, 2013, - 09:22 AM

House listings in the Twin Cities up 7.7 percent; sales up 5.3 percent

Rising home prices and a rapidly warming market are giving homeowners a reason to sell.

Updated: May 10, 2013, - 11:39 PM

Obituary: Denise Harlos, program director at Shakopee School District

When Denise Harlos was a young girl, her family moved to Nigeria where her father helped train teachers. Political unrest sent...

Updated: May 07, 2013, - 09:26 PM

Twin Cities construction industry ramps up hiring efforts

After a historic contraction that sent tradespeople fleeing the industry, a resurgence in homebuilding and remodeling is creating demand for...

Updated: May 04, 2013, - 10:03 PM

Twin Cities rental demand still strong despite new apartments

Developers and real estate experts say the robust demand for apartments is happening as the economy improves and job prospects look more promising for area workers who like the convenience that apartment living brings.

Updated: May 02, 2013, - 05:23 AM