May 2007

New Target and Home Depot Just South of Nokomis!

Posted on May 29, 2007 by Ben Trudeau - Edina Realty

I for one can’t wait for the convenience of having these two big-box stores so close to my home. I frequent them anyway, but my drive will be shortened and I won’t have to deal with any busy roads. But I worry about the local businesses. I love my local hardware store, but I only buy things there when I don’t feel like driving to Bloomington. Even though the service at Hudson’s Ace Hardware is top notch, they just aren’t able to complete with Home Depot’s prices. I’m afraid that I’ll be tempted to Home Depot more, and patronize Hudson’s even less.

And what about Nokomis Food Pride? What a convenience to have them in the neighborhood! But will I make the trip to Super Target now instead?

I guess we will all have to think before we drive. If we want local businesses to succeed, we are the ones that must shop there!

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Ben Trudeau

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Ben Trudeau - Edina Realty

• I am proud of the reputation I have earned as a knowledgeable, hardworking and honest REALTOR®. When clients work with me, they will always be represented fairly and to the best of my ability. I have earned my success through a combination of real estate knowledge, high ethical standards, and a record of caring and concerned service to my clients. There is nothing more important to me professionally than seeing that the best interests of my clients are served. This is why the majority of my business comes to me through referrals from satisfied clients.
• HOMETOWN – I have lived in Minnesota since 1991. I graduated from Lakeville High School in 1994. Since then I have lived in Winona and St. Paul before settling in Minneapolis in 2000. I work the entire metro area from my office in St. Paul. My wife of 7 years, Sarah, teaches 7th grade in Apple Valley.
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