Fargo-Moorhead Real Estate Guides and Market News

Guides for buying and selling a home in Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead and Horace, written by local REALTOR® Joseph Haj. Start with how to buy a home in Fargo, what it costs to sell, or the Fargo-Moorhead real estate FAQ.

  • First-Time Home Buyer Programs in North Dakota and Minnesota (2026),Joseph Haj

    First-Time Home Buyer Programs in North Dakota and Minnesota (2026)

    Short answer: if you're buying in Fargo, West Fargo or Horace, look at the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) programs. If you're buying in Moorhead, look at Minnesota Housing. Both offer lower-cost mortgages plus help with down payment and closing costs for buyers who haven't owned a home

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  • Twin Homes, Townhomes, Condos and One-Level Homes in Fargo-Moorhead,Joseph Haj

    Twin Homes, Townhomes, Condos and One-Level Homes in Fargo-Moorhead

    Short answer: a twin home is two homes sharing one wall, each on its own lot. A townhome is one of several attached units, usually with the land under it. A condo is ownership of your unit's interior plus a shared interest in the building. All three often come with association dues that cover snow r

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  • New Construction Homes in Fargo-Moorhead (2026 Guide),Joseph Haj

    New Construction Homes in Fargo-Moorhead (2026 Guide)

    Short answer: most new homes in the Fargo-Moorhead area are going up in south and southwest Fargo, south West Fargo, Horace and south Moorhead. Before you pick a lot, look hard at special assessments, and know the tax breaks: Fargo exempts the first $150,000 of building value for two years, and Moor

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